Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Alhambra

Came here at opening (5:30 PM) on President's Day for a date with my husband. Initially, we were amused by the location, which is in a small unassuming strip mall in the outskirks of Koreatown. When entering the restaurant, the ambiance felt cozy, tasteful, and unpretentious. My husband and I shared the following dishes in this order: foccacia with the whipped ricotta + pistachio pesto; plin dell' al langa, rosticciana (dry rub pork ribs) paired with the broccoli chicory caesar. The meal was finished with the pistachio crunch ice cream. I would recommend everything aside from the pork ribs. Not that the ribs were bad by any means; it was just a little underwhelming, especially for the price. But everything else we had was delicious - the foccacia is a must-have. The service was great - the staff were attentive, not pushy, and overall professional. Parking is valet for $10 or street parking. I'm planning on returning again to try the other pasta dishes.

The farm eggs were cooked to perfection. The honey coffee was also delicious. Nice ambiance!! I enjoyed myself

Michael treated us to the best Valentine’s Day experience ever! The food and service was outstanding, the best that the 6 of us have ever experienced. He ensured we received the VIP treatment, gave us a full restaurant history and a tour to see the kitchen, pasta making section, wine storage and back of 🏠 house operations! From people who have spent time eating our way through Italy, we loved the authentic dishes in this former warehouse which was the center of the LA Farmers Market! ❤️

Beautiful space. Valentine’s Day and some restaurants fall short on special days, but great evening at Drago. Featured regular menu with no over priced “special” menu! Salad and homemade pasta were excellent. Extensive wine list. Very nice experience.

We had an unforgettable evening at Settecento, made even more special by the incredible service of JC and Francesco. Their attentiveness, warmth, and professionalism elevated our experience, turning our engagement celebration into a truly magical moment. Every detail, from the impeccable timing to the thoughtful gestures, made us feel genuinely cared for. Grazie di cuore per tutto! This night will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we are grateful to have shared it with such a wonderful team. Ci rivedremo presto!