- Italian
Il Cielo
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Ratings and Reviews for Il Cielo
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May 14 2012
Ray S. via Yelp
I finally had dinner here. I've heard about it and driven past it for the last 5 years. It is a very beautiful restaurant on the inside in with nice...read more
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May 11 2012
Izabella J. via Yelp
Such romantic and unique place. You feel like you're sitting out in the garden under a starry sky in Italy. The service was magnificent. The food very very...read more
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May 11 2012
stephanie a. via Yelp
I always love coming here for a romantic date night with my hunny! The service is always so attentive, without being annoying. You know the mid-bite...read more
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May 11 2009
Michelle17230 via Citysearch
My fiance and I were looking to have dinner in the area since we were in LA getting our wedding bands. I looked online for a nice ...read more
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Feb 18 2009
FernandoR3 via Citysearch
After 8 years I decided to propose to my girlfriend. I was confused on what restaurant to choose from. I read good reviews for il ...read more
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Feb 09 2009
lottedixon via Citysearch
Wow. Il Cielo would not confirm my reservations for Valentine's dinner until I filled out a credit card authorization for the cos...read more
The Scene
A twinkling canopy of lights, twining vines and flowers create a romantic courtyard setting among candles, Chianti and Italian ditties. The dim lighting is just right for the well-groomed California blonds and their starry eyed beaux.
The Food
Northern Italian favorites deliver both authenticity and extravagance, with dishes such as roasted Sonoma Valley squab and succulent, poached Australian lobster medallions. There's also stuffed zucchini blossoms and tender fried calamari. Branzino tradizionale--a whole striped sea bass grilled and baked with fresh herbs--exudes a subtle flavor and freshness that's offset by a gorgeous green-basil sauce. Pasta fans shouldn't miss the homemade chestnut pasta with fresh sage, butternut squash and walnuts in a delicate Parmesan sauce, a most harmonious combination. Perhaps L.A.'s most romantic dessert is the exquisite rose creme brulee, with shimmering candied rose petals.