Insider Pages Reviews for Louise's Trattoria

5 Stars: Ask for Peter (by Rebecr)

Rebecr — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 02:00:00 GMT

This Louise's has an amazing waiter by the name of Peter. We come here for the excellent food and atmosphere but the service really makes our dining experience complete. Peter's recommendations are always spot on! He is one of the reasons why we have been such loyal customers throughout the years. I highly recommend Louise's to anyone looking for a good California Italian place in Santa Monica.

5 Stars: Perfect for Lunch (by NichiB)

NichiB — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 02:00:00 GMT

I eat here about once a week - I work just down the street. The Cobb Salad is perfect for lunch - huge portions and a very reasonable price tag. Of course, the service makes it just that much better.

5 Stars: Best Bread! (by MaryWho)

MaryWho — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Very delicious bread! One of the waiters here, Peter, is always extra friendly and on the ball with drink refills. He is very attentive, but not overwhelming as some waiters can be. The pasta dishes here really stand out, the portions are very sizable (enough for leftovers or splitting) and are also very well priced for today's economy.

5 Stars: excellent service (by parvinl)

parvinl — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:00:00 GMT

As usual your restaurant on Montana gives us locals a first rate menu with excellent friendly service from Peter. Keep up the good standards.

5 Stars: neighborhood restaurant (by leedon)

leedon — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 02:00:00 GMT

if I need a good laugh or want to feel at home I come here to see Peter, the Aussie. Funny, charming but always appropriate - just like our neighborhood restaurant should be.

5 Stars: top notch (by brennabee)

brennabee — Thu, 28 May 2009 02:00:00 GMT

The dinner was amazing with top notch service. Very kind and attentive. The food was out of this world!!!

5 Stars: nice location (by leilanisq)

leilanisq — Wed, 20 May 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Joey is terrific. I like this location most of all the Louise's. It's nice and quiet. The food is excellent.

5 Stars: coming for years (by cherylmac)

cherylmac — Mon, 18 May 2009 02:00:00 GMT

This particular Louise's has been a neighborhood staple for many years for me and its always a pleasure coming back and seeing the familiar faces. The service here is wonderful and the food is consistently good.

5 Stars: regular favorite (by jaynes)

jaynes — Fri, 15 May 2009 02:00:00 GMT

My friend introduced me to this restaurant last year and since then, it has become a regular favorite of mine. The food is excellent, but the waitstaff is even better - very attentive. I especially appreciate my regular waiter, Peter.

5 Stars: perfect (by nayda)

nayda — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Our service was excellent and the food was awesome. Other than the fact that we could not finish our meals because we were so full, everything was perfect!

5 Stars: great experience (by reynaldor)

reynaldor — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 02:00:00 GMT

What a great experience I had at Louise's. The food was great, the people were nice and the music was hip. I think I'll come back.

5 Stars: always great (by allegrab)

allegrab — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Always terrific - great food, great service. This is one of our favorites and we dine here frequently. Thank you!

5 Stars: great food and service (by mikesod)

mikesod — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 02:00:00 GMT

The service was outstanding. The food was great. The lighting was romantic. The hospitality was spot on. The waiter (Peter) was his usual efficient and pleasant self. We will be back :)

5 Stars: Peter! (by louhow)

louhow — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Our waiter, Peter greeted us with a welcoming, friendly smile. He always makes our dining experience a pleasure. Peter is the real reason we continue to come back to Louise's week after week.

5 Stars: Hospitable and Wonderful! (by SarahT)

SarahT — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Peter is the most hospitable and accommodating server we have ever had the pleasure of being served by. He always remembers our faces and our favorites and never disappoints - always impressed! He along with management and busboy, not to mention the delicious food, has the Louise's on Montana our favorite spot to dine! It's always a wonderful experience.

4 Stars: My experience... (by BDDavis)

BDDavis — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Overall i thought this place was really pretty decent. i can be a harsh critic but the food was good, the prices reasonable, and the atmosphere was nice. Good job!

5 Stars: Nice Place (by Chrysta W.)

Chrysta W. — Sat, 17 May 2008 21:34:00 GMT

This is a nice little place to sit and relax and have a nice Italian meal. It is a chain, but it does not feel that way at all. It has a real family restaurant feeling.

4 Stars: Decent but not great (by smooph)

smooph — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 01:00:00 GMT

Decent "Italian" food that you can get just about anywhere. Overpriced but a nice atmosphere, cozy and friendly. The food is good, but it's nothing to rave about. Although, I did love the bread. I think for the money I would prefer to go elsewhere. But... it's better than Olive Garden!

2 Stars: Bland (by rudette)

rudette — Sat, 04 Nov 2006 01:00:00 GMT

I'm new to LA and didn't realize this place was a chain. Well, it's the kind of restaurant that gives chains a bad name: bland food and bland setting. I felt gross afterwards. Not sure why this place is so popular.

4 Stars: Great casual place (by chains007)

chains007 — Sun, 20 Mar 2005 01:00:00 GMT

If you're looking for reasonably priced Italian - then this is the place to go. It's a so-cal chain - but surprisingly good. All the pasta dishes are excellent - and of course the foccacia bread they give you is very tasty. Nice wine list as well.

5 Stars: Best of show in matching theme w/ Locale (by henry_de_tejas)

henry_de_tejas — Fri, 21 Jan 2005 01:00:00 GMT

Regardless, of your locale, if this isn' t your favorite place, you don t eat out enough. As for ordering in, it s hard to imagine a better pizza being made in any city. I also recommend the hand layered, subltey tuscan, and unnaturally light lasagna. And the salads are to die for, not to mention the desserts. Every setting 's a new experience!

5 Stars: (by Brandy H.)

Brandy H. — Sun, 05 Dec 2004 17:30:00 GMT

When I was pregnant with my son, I made my husband take me here at least once a week, if I was lucky twice a week. I couldnt get enough of their cheese ravioli's smoothered in butter and spinach. And I absolutely LOVE the warm bread and the vinegar to dip it in. My husband likes to try chicken marsala wherever he goes and he admits this is one of the best chicken marsalas he has had just about anywhere.

5 Stars: Two Thumbs Way Up! (by erinejo)

erinejo — Thu, 23 Sep 2004 02:00:00 GMT

Perfect cozy date spot that is affordable and an absolutely wonderful dining experience. Food is mouth watering, especially the bread served before the meal. Service was great and the lighting made it a very special night!

4 Stars: (by Mike Z.)

Mike Z. — Fri, 23 Jul 2004 14:54:00 GMT

Quite tasty food here. The portions aren't that great, but good service.

5 Stars: BE sure to come hungry! (by kmmoss99)

kmmoss99 — Tue, 30 Jul 2002 02:00:00 GMT

The bread they serve at the tables (complimentary) is worth the trip alone! It's good enough to be an appetizer, and the pizza's are DELISH! If you're not a garlic fan, beware of the Ceaser Salad - it is VERY garlicy. LOve this cozy littlel place!

5 Stars: A Simply Good Experience (by teague777)

teague777 — Sun, 09 Jun 2002 02:00:00 GMT

We randomly chose this restaurant at 8:15 pm on a Saturday night and were pleasantly surprised. The fettucine is excellent, the atmosphere is cozy, quaint, and laid back, and the service is excellent. The cost is inexpensive for the value you receive. Although my boyfriend didn't love the California-style lasagna, this restaurant will remain a favorite!