Cavallino Italian Restaurant

The food is just not very good, but the service was good. It looks like a nice place but the chef needs to start cooking agin! I would rather eat a chain next time more

We have been coming here regularly and have never been let down by the food or service. Warning to those expecting the Olive Garden or other chain restaurant menu. Yes, they do have a nice plate of fettucine alfredo, but the majority of the menu is fine Italian dining. During the season, they will offer white truffle (freshly shaved) over a bed of rissotto, excellent fresh fish, and sauces other than your generic marinara, meat, etc. The appetizers are different and unusual. Kevin (our regular waiter) is always able to suggest what is good that night. Let's not forget the wine list - this place has connections to get those high end Italian reds. While some may flinch at $100-$125 bottle, the mark-up is low, and the selection outstanding. If there is a ""down"" side it is the price - don't take small or picky young eaters here. Be prepared to be surprised and satisfied. Definitely a restaurant to take out-of-town clients to. Pros: Not your typical Italian fare. Cons: Not for people who think Italian is just spaghetti and meatballs. more

The decor is trendy, more like the ?in? places on Melrose or Sunset in LA, but there is a quiet, restrained sense of intimacy. We were greeted by Kevin who seated us and explained the day's specials in detail. They sounded intriguing, but we opted to order from the menu. Cavallino?s wine list is very extensive (and expensive) ranging from small California wineries to the best Italian wines. However, we ordered the very reasonably priced house cabernet ($26) and were pleased that it was complex and nicely finished. Pros: Wonderful, surprising Italian cuisine Cons: Could use a few more moderately priced selections on the wine list more

We celebrated by daughter's birthday here on February 10. We were very excited about it since it is within walking distance of her home and we are Italian food fans. Pros: None that I could think of Cons: Everything I just wrote about more