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Orso

310-274-7144
8706 W. Third St., Los Angeles, CA  90048
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The West Coast edition of a New York eatery, this fashionable trattoria is a premiere gathering spot for table-hopping actors, writers, agents and managers discussing business over generous portions of fettuccine and risotto. The main dining room is a casual, lively space while an adjoining patio provides a more charming, romantic environment.

The menu changes daily, but you can always count on pasta creations, crispy pizzas, grilled chicken, swordfish, veal or even sweetbreads. Surprisingly, wines seem priced more for starving actors than for studio execs.

-- Roger J. Grody

Pizza heaven
There are four pizza choices on the menu, plus a revolving daily-special pizza. Pizzetta Margherita (fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and Parmesan) is a simple classic.

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    Posted by katiabazerk on 08/15/2008
     

    First of all, any diner actually interested in partaking in some Orso are in fact, out of luck. This restaurant is named after the owner's dog. Touching, yet a bit misconceiving. The delightful outside patio is best enjoyed after sunset, when the glittering lights harmonize perfectly with twinkling sounds of...

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    Posted by Joanna S. on Yelp_small
     

    My favorite part about this restaurant is the patio. It is so beautiful and romantic. The crowd is on the older side, but i think that it adds class to the...

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    Posted by Bo L. on Yelp_small
     

    What is wrong with you guys, how can you not like this restaurant... trees will be trees, and stuff will be falling from them. :-) Seriously, the ambiance...

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    Posted by David M. on Yelp_small
     

    The outdoor seating section of this establishment is beautiful. I felt as though I was dining in Europe. Though the food is not the most delectable, the...

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