Marco's Trattoria

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8200 Santa Monica Blvd (at Havenhurst Dr)
Los Angeles, CA 90046

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(323) 650-1060
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Marco's Trattoria - Los Angeles, CA
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Marco's Trattoria - Los Angeles, CA
Marco's Trattoria - Los Angeles, CA
Marco's Trattoria - Los Angeles, CA
Marco's Trattoria - Los Angeles, CA
Marco's Trattoria - Los Angeles, CA
Marco's Trattoria - Los Angeles, CA
Marco's Trattoria - Los Angeles, CA
Marco's Trattoria - Los Angeles, CA
Marco's Trattoria - Los Angeles, CA
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really? went here with a friend who wanted to surprise me. hmmmm ive been before a year ago. it was bad then. now its just plain terrible seriously good reviews from cityse...

Lots of Garlic!!!!!!!!! 10/3/2004

Had to try this place out because of the praise it received here on CitySearch. Good Italian food is tough to come by in this town, and Marco's lived up to its rating. Everything was loaded with garlic and absolutely delicious. I was especially impressed with their sauteed mushrooms in butter, white wine and garlic! My carryout was ready upon arrival, and everybody was so nice! I think I finally found a new favorite Italian spot! Pros: Inexpensive, Food, Service more
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BEST ITALIAN IN L.A.! 8/20/2003

Marco's is by far the best Italian restaurant in L.A. Marco, Gyorgy and the rest of the staff all go out of their way to create a memorable dining experience. Italian favorites served with flair, everything a good value. Very friendly and unpretentious. Great outdoor patio, perfect for warm summer evenings. Bring all your friends! Pros: Value, Fresh, Homemade Food, Friendly Service more
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Thanks Marco 8/18/2003

After a long day of driving with no air conditioning and getting heat stroke, I couldnt have picked a more welcoming and accomodating place than Marco's. I was sicker than a dog - and Marco along with the rest of his staff did everything in their power to make me feel better - from getting me water and hot tea, to filling rags with ice to put on my head, to driving my boyfriend around LA to find a place to fix my air conditioning. 2 hours later I was feeling better - boxed up my ceasar salad, and ate it in the car later! It was delicious. THanks Marco for all of your help. Without you I probably would have landed in the hospital. I rate Marco's a 10!! Pros: QUaint, Great food, Friendly staff more
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excellent 8/17/2003

There are a few Italian restaurants that I can think of where the food and the service were both top notch. Yet this place has both without having an expensive price tag to go along with it. What a wonderful place to just go dine at or the take a date to. If you haven't been to Marco's yet, make sure you check it out. You will not be disappointed! Pros: Excellent service, Delicious food, Modest price more
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Impeccable Service 7/9/2003

I went to Marco's for the first time a few weeks ago and fell in love with it. Located in a small strip mall, one would not expect the high level of friendly service and delicious food. The waiter was so sweet, he gave me a glass of wine from his personal collection. BTW, you can bring your own wine and they won't charge you! The food was wonderful; fresh, flavorful and served piping hot. This is one of my new favorite restaurants. Pros: Hospitality/service, Delicious food, Amazing prices more
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wow - yum! 6/23/2003

marco's is a neighborhood joint that looks non descript in a small strip mall. from the moment we sat down, to the moment we finished our meal, we were impressed. the food was delicious, prices were very affordable, but most importantly, the service from everyone was impeccable. they were friendly, curteous, knowledgable, and didn't make a bunch of noise when clearing the table (my pet peeve). we will definitely be back on a regular basis. Pros: great service, tasty food, good value more
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if I'm in the neighborhood... 4/1/2003

Marco's doesn't serve the best Italian food I've ever had, but it's a solid neighborhood place to eat. The prices are reasonable, the service is good, and the food is decent. The complimentary focaccia + bruchetta topping is a definite plus. I also thought my penne arrabiata was pretty good. Nothing fancy, but a decent, satisfying bowl of pasta. My friends weren't impressed with the spinach lasagna and the pizza they got, but they weren't bad--just not exceptional. Pros: reasonable prices, focaccia Cons: bland pizza more
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Great lunch specials! 12/14/2002

I have a very short lunch break. I have lunch at Marco's about 4 times a week. Their $5.25 lunch specials include a large slice of pepperoni pizza, a Caesar salad a fountain drink (refillable). With the $7.95 specials you get a soup or a salad, a main course of 7 choices (including Spaghetti with meatballs or a lasagana) and the focaccia bread and their fantastic bruschetta tomatoes. A full meal for $7.95. Where else can you find that? They have a great roast beef sandwich either with fries or salad for only $7.50. They have fried calamari, fried chicken tenders and you have to try the fried cheese ravioli (all for $6.95). You can be done in 30 minutes the most. Pros: fast, cheap, free parking more
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A definite winner 12/13/2002

I visited Marcos on my trip to West Hollywood last month. The place is nothing fancy, they dont use expensive table and silver ware and its only paper napkins, but its great food at very affordable prices. Its fast, the service is friendly and excellent. I had breakfast and dinner there. With Marcos breakfast, for $9.75 you get so much food, you cant even finish everything. The eggs, bacon sausage were all cooked right. The pancake was delicious, too. You cant beat this. Their thin crust pizza is absolutely fantastic, even for a New Yorker, like myself. I will go back when Im in LA again Pros: food, service Cons: can be crowded more
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I love the breakfast at Marco's. 12/6/2002

The couple who gave them 4 must have had them on a bad day. I love the frittatas there. The chicken and asparagus and the salmon and spinach frittatas are killer. I yet have to find a place with better frittatas. My pancakes were great, too. Fluffy, tasty, looked good. Chcocolate chip pancakes with strawberry topping is fantastic. It's very reasonably priced and you don't have to wait in lines. I can't ask for more. Pros: affordable, free parking, no waiting in lines more
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Your Home Away From Home 11/29/2002

When you cannot get to Rome by 8:00 pm, and there's no Italian relative at home to cook for you -- the next best thing is to drop in at Marco's. I say ""drop in"" because this cozy, friendly, food-festive restaurant will soon become a favorite hang-out -- and the ""back-up"" of choice when you don't want to risk a bad experience in a more expensive zip code. Where else can you walk out after 90 minutes and only 30 bucks for 2 -- without gambling in the desert? Pros: Top quality food, Inexpensive, Friendly Cons: The secret's out more
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Marco's breakfast is NOT good 11/25/2002

My wife and I recently stayed in Hollywood and used citysearch to find a good breakfast place. We had a mediocre fritatta and cappucino. We ordered blueberry pancakes that came out rubbery and tasted wrong! We sent it back. As we finished, we heard people at another table commented to the waiter ""this coffee is not good"". Maybe their lunch and dinner are better as other reviewers attest, but we weren't going to take that chance. To their credit, the restaurant and staff are indeed friendly and helpful. more
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Excellent and affordable!! 10/16/2002

What a charming little place! I went there with friends. We had a thin crust Mama's Special pizza for appetizer. These guys really know how to make pizza. I've heard that this is one of the best pizzas in the area. One of us had a New York steak. It's not a steak house, but the steak was just perfection. The Chicken Involtina was mouthwatering. The 4-mushroom lasagna is out of this world. You gotta try it. Even their simplest dish, the spaghetti marinara was fantastic. They make their own marinara and bolognese sauce and they're the best! For dessert you must try the Zuccotto. You enter heaven once you had one. Their house wine selection is limited, but you can bring your own bottle. The service was impeccable. The waiters are all efficient and charming. I've gone back a few more times and the experience is always the best. Pros: free parking, very affordable more
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All Arround Best Italian 10/14/2002

Marco's has the best Italian along with the best prices that I have found in LA. I felt like I was eating at my family's house, the only thing missing was Uncle Paulie and Aunt Josephine. more
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Deelish Food; Staff! 10/13/2002

Deelish Food; Staff! Never a wait! Patio offers a nice view of coffee-goers at Buzz!! Their breakfast menu will surprise you; chocolate pancakes topped with a whipped cream smile face are my fave! For dinner, I highly recommend the Chicken and Peppers (Special Menu Selection). Many dine there alone; it's a fun place to meet people. Pros: Good Food, Cute, friendly staff, GREAT Parking more
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must go back! 10/12/2002

This summer, when I visited LA, I went to Marco's Trattoria 2 times. After having had the greatest frittata for breakfast there, I just HAD to go back again for dinner, next day! Being a big (and experienced) fan of Italian cuisine, I can say that, both, the pastas and pizzas are excellent at Marco's, not even speaking of the great desserts... And, in addition, all this is accompanied with the kindest possible, and most efficient service. I had a great time there, and I will definitely be back at Marco's every time I go to LA!!! more
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Just a great place 10/8/2002

I've been going here for years and I love the place! Great food and a fun atmosphere. Good prices too and it's rare to have to wait to be seated. Keep an eye out for Marco -- it's family owned and he's a great guy. Ask for the specials you you go, they are delish. Pros: Great service, Patio Dining more
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Enjoy real Italian food 10/6/2002

Friendly restaurant where you can enjoy real and perfect Italian food. Incredibly large menu. Good service and welcoming staff. For a romantic dinner or a lazy breakfast. Pros: Typical, Friendly, Welcoming more
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Owner Message

  • Marco and his beloved "mamma" opened a small trattoria in West Hollywood in 1993. With a lifelong passion of hospitality and a deep love of the food from her Italian birthplace, they created a neighborhood trattoria and pizzeria that spun over a decade of fabulous "home cooked" foods, wonderful friends and the culinary memories of an era long gone.

    Now, 16 years later, a new "Marco's" is born but the philosophy is identical. Marco's Trattoria creates a neighborhood restaurant where: The energy is upbeat and without pretense. The food is wonderful and memorable and prices are fair. Upscale in the quality of ingredients and presentations, yet centering on that original Italian restaurant started so many years ago.

    Stop by Marco's Trattoria to see us today! Join us for our weekly mimosa, wine, and/or lunch and dinner specials.

Editorial

  • In Short
    Started by Franca ""Mama"" Capanni and her son Marco in 1993, this charming, homestyle Italian joint serves time-tested dishes with authentic recipes straight from the...

  • 3/17/2008 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Mon-Sun 9am-10pm
  • Payments: American Express, Discover, Visa, Master Card, Cash
  • Neighborhoods: West Hollywood, Central LA
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