Vito Restaurant is celebrating 42 years of serving the greater Santa Monica community. Our dedication to focusing on the subtleties of Italian cuisine is a tradition that we brought from Italy decades ago. We continue to practice these traditions today and focus on every detail when preparing your lunch or dinner. Explore our menu and experience the subtleties that make a dining experience at Vito’s truly memorable.
Upscale, traditional, classic Italian dishes served in old-fashioned digs with tuxedoed waiters. Based on 497 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
2807 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Phone: (310) 450-4999
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Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 4:30–10 PM |
| Sunday | 4:30–10 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11:30 AM–10 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
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Reservations: opentable.com
Reviews
Richard Leuchter
Vito strikes again!! I’ve been to both Mother Wolf and Felix in the past month, and can confidently say that Vito has BETTER pasta than both these places! I didn’t even know it was possible to make gnocchi with as light and pillowy a texture as Vito does, and the pesto sauce is the creamiest and most delectable that’s ever graced these tastebuds. The wait staff is incredibly friendly and fits right in with the cozy Italian atmosphere (though it can get a little loud in the main dining room). Vito himself also assured me that the entire menu is keto and gluten friendly– I don’t know how they do it! Anyone looking for a 5 star classic Italian meal must come here.
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Michael Lopez
This is a nice Italian restaurant in Santa Monica by the business park. The atmosphere is old school and cozy and they have a nice outdoor area too. The food is really good and there are a good variety of dishes. I had the zuppa di pesce which was delicious – a must try! The service was great quick and prompt. And don’t forget to have the bread! So definitely a great place to visit!
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Thomas Stelmach
A reliably good restaurant. It’s a little like going back in time. Waiters in black suits, dining booths, desert carts, Caesar salads made at your table, and more. The food is very good but not cutting edge. The service is spectacular. We go there often.
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Selin Kargı
Truly a joke of a restaurant. All smoke and mirrors with a classic Italian American look and feel upon entrance, which quickly shatters with the first food/drink item that comes to your table.
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Kaz M
Highly recommended. No hipster vibe but a classy local establishment. I had no idea about this hidden gem. Great service , full bar, perfectly spaced seating
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Mike Blake
We recently visited this place for my Daughters birthday, we immediately noticed quality of service provided is based on your color of skin. Even for birthday celebration they only put one candle on the Dessert cake we ordered, and other tables who were celebrating Birthdays three team members will join singing happy birthday. btw Online menu prices are not updated, real prices are 20-25% higher, food quality is OK, portions are small. We will never visit this place again.
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Kevin Bowler
Went to Vitos over the weekend for the first time. It’s a nice old school family restaurant in a comfortable setting. The entire group had a very enjoyable time.
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Carlotta Bazzano
Well, i have nothing to say about the food. Good food, maybe good quality but for sure poor portion! I never expected to pay 12$ plus tax for eat 7 mussels when I ordered Zuppa do Cozze! Look ridiculous to me!
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Megan Mets
This was the first restaurant we came to when restaurants were able to reopen in LA and have guests indoors (before the rules changed). We sat inside and felt very safe. The waiter went over all of the safety precautions they were taking and how they installed special UV lights to kill bacteria etc. Everyone was spaced out and all workers wore a mask as well as a face shield. Our service was amazing. The waiter we had was very attentive and gave us some great wine recommendations.
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Sean Howell
I often like really authentic Italian over tradition. With that said this is such a cute neighborhood place that it is worth a little drive for me to come to this relaxed but classic atmosphere. Tried several of the pastas. All winners including the much raved about meatballs.
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