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L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele
Authentic Neapolitan pizza since 1870, bringing Naples to Los Angeles with elegance and tradition.
4.8(5 reviews)
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Authentic Neapolitan pizza since 1870, bringing Naples to Los Angeles with elegance and tradition.
L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele in Hollywood offers a true taste of Naples with its VPN-certified Neapolitan pizzas, crafted in a wood-fired oven with imported ingredients like San Marzano tomatoes and fior di latte. This upscale-casual restaurant features a stylish interior with white subway tiles, a lively bar serving craft cocktails and Italian wines, and a charming patio perfect for dining under the lights. Ideal for dates, groups, or special occasions, we provide an authentic Italian experience with attentive service, pasta dishes, and a romantic atmosphere. Located in Los Angeles, we blend historic tradition with modern Hollywood flair.
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Authentic VPN-certified pizzas with thin, leopard-spotted crusts cooked in a wood-fired oven, featuring classics like Margherita and Diavola.
Handcrafted pasta including favorites like Maccherroni Bolognese and Cacio e Pepe, made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.
A curated selection of Italian wines, Aglianico, and craft cocktails served in a lively bar setting.
Outdoor seating with string lights and a fireplace, offering a romantic ambiance for Hollywood people-watching.
Professional catering for events and groups, featuring our signature pizzas and Italian dishes.
Upscale dining experiences perfect for brunch, dates, or special occasions in an elegant atmosphere.
Very cool! Came across this place when looking for pizza to eat. We ordered the Diavola pizza and Maccherroni bolognese. I thought I came here to eat pizza, which was good! But the bolognese is what surprised me! I had never had a bolognese this tasty! Server was very friendly and the atmosphere was awesome! A bit off-topic but there was a girl with a service dog next to our table and while I was getting in I accidentally kicked her dog's water bowl and felt so bad :( if you see this I'm so sorry!!! Reservation highly recommended. We got really lucky that we were able to walk in, but I think you're mainly supposed to reserve a table. They're very booked and busy! Also I think (at least as of this post) if you plan on going, they have a promotion for $30 off your $100+ order total so definitely take advantage of that as well if you plan on visiting!
**4.4/5 🌟🌟🌟🌟✨ L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele Hollywood: Naples Comes to LA with Style** Stepped into **L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele** on Highland Ave and immediately felt transported to Italy—elegant yet relaxed, with white subway tiles, warm wood accents, and that iconic neon “da Michele” sign glowing like the original Naples location since 1870 🍕🇮🇹. The place is a stunner: a lively **eatery and bar** up front with craft cocktails and a solid Italian wine list, plus a **great patio** out back strung with lights—perfect for Hollywood people-watching on a warm evening. The **host was nice** and welcoming, seating us quickly even on a busy Friday. Service stayed attentive without hovering, and the vibe is upscale-casual—great for dates or groups. Ordered the classic **Margherita pizza**, and it arrived quickly on the signature thin, leopard-spotted crust that’s soft in the center with just the right chew. The dough is fermented perfectly—light, airy, with subtle char from the wood oven. Fresh basil and creamy fior di latte were spot-on. Only deductions because the **sauce and cheese** felt a little **light** for my taste. Traditional Neapolitan style keeps toppings minimal (respect to the VPN certification), but I personally wanted a touch more vibrant San Marzano tang and a bit more melt from the mozzarella. It’s restrained elegance rather than loaded indulgence—if you love subtle, this is heaven; if you prefer bolder flavors, you might crave extra. Still, da Michele Hollywood nails the authentic experience with polish and charm. One of the better true Neapolitan pies in LA, and the atmosphere alone is worth the visit. I’ll be back—next time on the patio with a glass of Aglianico.
The food was excellent.. and I would return absolutely and refer to my friends as well. They had cute patio seating with a large fireplace and windows to see the chefs. Atmosphere was romantic and staff was great.
Everything about our experience at L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele was 5 stars and, in terms of food, VERY reminiscent of the pies we had in Naples where the stuff was invented! My wife, son, and I shared a Margherita and a pesto pie...the crust was phenomenal on both. The Margherita had the perfect amount of sauce and was cooked just like it should be. We loved these pizzas and found them to be truly authentic relative to what we were served all over Naples, including at their namesake Da Michele restaurant there. We had a reservation and saw people having to wait a little bit for a table without one, but there is plenty of seating in a restaurant which is much more modern, upscale and spacious than its Naples counterpart. (And the price goes up to match that experience, but is typical for L.A.) Service was good. The wine was good. We'd definitely go back and eat more. If you want a truly authentic Naples style pizza experience, this place is worth a visit.
My family and I came in, without a reservation, while visiting from out if town and were promptly and kindly seated. The atmosphere was lovely and the service team was very friendly and helpful. We ordered a Margarita Pizza, Casio e Pepe Pasta, Meatballs, and Seasoned Fries to share and we ate every bite. Everything was delicious! This was by far my favorite restaurant we visitors on our trip. Thank you to the team and keep up the great work:)
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