Cantalini's Salerno Beach
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dkinz24
on Citysearch Dec 04, 2008My husband and I are from Northern NJ and were bummed about moving from Hoboken, NJ to L.A. knowing that it was going to be hard to find a great neighborhood Italian restaurant. So far, this restaurant is the closest to... (more)
LAreviewsforDATass
on Citysearch Apr 21, 2008I have lived in Playa del Rey my entire life and if I got a nickel for every time I passed by this place without going in, I would have enough money to put a down payment on a house in Chula Vista. The problem is that the... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jan 18, 2008Perfect place to grab a good italian meal and have some wine with friends or loved ones. The service is friendly and the food is good. Being an italian from new york i am very picky and always enjoy myself when I eat at... (more)
lotsofjoules
on Citysearch Oct 21, 2007Cantalini's is a great local spot. The penne with marinara that is served with the veal parmigiana was so-so. But the veal was excellent. The homemade tortellini is excellent! To top it off the tiramisu is the best... (more)
efxpert
on Citysearch Jul 03, 2007At the end of Culver Blvd. in Playa Del Rey, is one of the most charming, fine Italian dining experiences at affordable prices in Los Angeles. Cantalini?s Salerno Beach has a style and presence all its own. Lisa makes... (more)
rayyinger
on Citysearch Dec 17, 2006The food is terrific and the wine list has all the Italian favorites...but the best part is the family owned and operated feel. Small neighborhood resaurant near the beach in Playa Del Rey. Valet parking available... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Dec 10, 2006In addition to pasta and seafood, this Playa Del Ray spot also provides catering and private event services. (more)
russkar
on Citysearch Nov 29, 2006We really like the basic ambience mixed with Homemade above average Italian food. Very good Tiramisu. (more)
poppies77
on Citysearch Nov 23, 2006My wife and I love this spot for a night away. The food really is fantastic, and the ambiance is wonderfully romantic without being stuffy. (more)
aewlsn
on Citysearch Nov 19, 2006Good food. Mediocre service. Hearty portions. Very casual. Cozy area. Have a drink next door afterwards. (more)
fill_up
on Citysearch May 01, 2006This is a great place for Italian food just like Grandma's, with a few modern twists (and great pizza although most people don't know it!). The service is really great and you can tell it's a real place run by real... (more)
italianroots
on Citysearch Feb 10, 2006Who would think a little beach town could have a treasure like this one! Playa del Rey is the lucky one. It's a half block from the beach and it has free valet. (5 min from Marina del rey). I found CANTALINI'S 5 years ago and... (more)
adamjkarp
on Citysearch May 17, 2005I love this food. Top recommendations go to the Gnocchi Salerno or the Rigatoni w/ Smoked Salmon and Asparagus (both have an unbelievable cream sauce). If cream sauces don't do it for you, I love the duck ravioli... (more)
filmchick66
on Citysearch Feb 23, 2005This candelit bistro is a great secret funky find. We stumbled in here looking for quick meal - and found heaven. Casual, comfy - with food to die for - this place is it. Owner Lisa, and superb staff (Bryan and Clive are... (more)
zouri
on Citysearch Jul 05, 2004Fantastic Italian-American food at very reasonable prices. Our favorite was the seafood ravioli with lobster cream sauce, but all the pasta dishes we've tried were fantastic. Pizza is also highly recommended, so... (more)
tflucht
on Citysearch Jun 17, 2004Happened on this place on the way back to the airport. Stopped in and had some of the best Italian I've eaten: great meatballs, great spaghetti with Bolognese, etc. Friendly staff, and good service. Reasonalby... (more)
birdgirl
on Citysearch Jul 10, 2002Great Italian-American food. Portions are huge. The only thing I didn't like was the cannelloni - no matter, I'm usually too full for desert! Check out the funky decor! (more)