Now this is an amazing place. Everything from the food and drinks to the host and waiter were fantastic.The wine list had a great variety of Italian wines and the bartender who has worked there for 30 years will regaile you with tails of the old hollywood greats who onced dined there. If you are looking for a different way to eat Italian..look no further. This place has an amazing variety on the menu. It still has the old classics that you can get everywhere, BUT it has an innovative and delicious modern italian cuisine that you can't find anywhere esle. Try the stuffed duck or aparagus milanese. FINALLY!! No more same old! The one thing Matteo has that most restaurants in LA lack, is tradition they haven't let go of, just belnded it with a new twist. Still the same mohagany design with red booths and leopard print seats. Charming and elegant. I don't know who else ahs dined there but the prices can't be beat. Try to go for a nice dinner in Hollywood sometime where they treat you like sh** and max out your credit card. Matteo's doesn't look to gouge and push you out...they look to entertain. Move over Sunset and Hollywood Strip....you're tired..Matteo is back and taking the lead...it's competitors haven't got a clue.
Pros: food, ambiance, friendly, experience
Cons: Service could be punched up a little, had to wait for drinks, etc. No big deal
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