Reviews for Osteria Bigoli in Santa Monica, CA
Only lacking a few veggies and parking spaces. Being our first experience, it felt like we were regular, favorite customers.... Service, food, atmosphere and restrooms everything--- terrific! Oh, and free corkage on Tue, Wed & Sun!!!! Read more
This place is tiny, quiet and absolutely charming. My girlfriend described what she was in the mood for to the waiter and they... whipped up an off-menu garlic and olive oil pasta that was absolutely fantastic. I had a spaghetti that was really excellent;perfectly al dente with a nice meat sauce. The restaurant is small and welcome change compared larger more commercial places.The bread and appetizer weren’t 100%, but this place gets 5-stars for the overall dinner experience. Read more
I didn't want to share my experience for fear of a bunch of people finding out about this Perfecto little Spoto!! But.....The... service was top notch and the food,.. in it's (by design) simplicity, was Super!! Just moved here from Portland and I found myGO TO !!! Bravo Osteria Bigoli !! Bravo... Read more
Very friendly and accommodating staff. We arrived 10 minutes later past 9pm and did not feel rushed at all. The atmosphere is... very cozy and quiet, no loud music and people. Definitely recommend for a date. I advise to speak very slowly to avoid anymisunderstanding when ordering. The food is fantastic! Portions are on the smaller side, don’t go there if you are starving.Wine delicious as well. I would come back there, being from Europe i could really tell it’s fresh and handmade. Read more
I love eating at this cozy, old school, traditional Italian restaurant. the artichokes are perfection, as is saltimbocca... and... everything else I have tasted here. fresh ingredients, gluten free options, and specials that change seasonally - braised beefcheeks melt in your mouth... Read more