Da Carla Ristorante Italiano & Caffe'

I meant to write this over a month ago.. but it’s never too late. I came here with my family for my little sister’s 18th birthday. All I can say is wow. This is the first restaurant I’ve ever been to in California, we came here the day we arrived in LA. Carla’s restaurant is beautiful, and such a warm environment. She was so welcoming and kind.. and time literally stood still here. The food was incredible. I’ve never had an experience like this before, one that felt so specifically curated. She sung happy birthday to my little sister in Italian and gave her a delicious dessert. Everything was perfect, it felt like being with family! Carla’s place will be a destination for me next time I visit California, and it left such a good taste in myself and my family’s mouth. Truly a memorable exper

The best bolognese of my life (and I go to Italy every year !) Carla is an authentic Italian mama, ingredients are fresh ! Highly recommend it !

Okay I’ve ordered just about everything possible here so it’s finally appropriate to review. it’s all so delicious and tastes fresh, authentic. You can taste the freshness, everything made from scratch. Love Carla’s red pasta sauce. If you’re looking for real food, not your typical restaurant with filler ingredients and over salted food, you’ll love it here.

Carla was so friendly and her big smile was infectious. The food was fantastic . I'm originally from Boston Ma. I moved to Central Arizona 12 years ago. Restaurants in Arizona don't know how to cook authentic Italian food imo Boston does. I came to California just for a 3 day visit. I'm so glad I stopped for a bite to eat at Da Carla . Even when the Mayor stopped by her restaurant , Carla still attended to my table. So great food and hospitality Eggplant Parmigiana and Lasagna was the best.

We shared 3 plates and they were all FABULOUS! MY wife is very picky about Italian food and she said it was the best food she's enjoyed out since COVID started. Perhaps more notable was another customer who left as we arrived who said to the owner (Carla), "that was literally the best food I've ever had in my life!" The especial, salmon-filled ravioli in creme sauce, was our favorite. We were pleasantly surprised by the squid ink infused ravioli pasta...Wow!The lasagne and pesto pasta were close seconds. What makes this food truly special is that EVERYTHING is perfectly prepared. Nothing overwhelming - nothing missing. Just fresh and quality ingredients assembled by a person who KNOWS how to cook. I don't know the culinary pedigree of chef Carla, but the quality is worthy of positive a Mi