Suggestions
Explore the featured selections!
NEW ZEALAND RACK OF LAMB
DUCK CONFIT
GRILLED ORATA
SQUID INK MAFALDINE
About
Cento
Welcome to Cento, a hidden gem in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles offering delectable Italian tapas and small plates. With a diverse range of dishes and a trendy, hipster ambiance, Cento is a must-visit spot for food enthusiasts.
From the friendly and attentive service to the unique and flavorful menu items, Cento has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Customers rave about the Hamachi crudo, Beef meatballs, and the standout Spicy pomodoro pasta. Each dish is carefully crafted with a perfect balance of flavors and textures, leaving diners craving for more.
- Must-try dishes include the Spicy pomodoro pasta and the Duck Confit
- Customers appreciate the attentive service and cozy ambiance
- Portion sizes are generous, making it ideal for sharing with friends and family
Whether you're looking for a romantic date night spot or a casual dinner with friends, Cento offers a versatile dining experience that caters to all preferences. With dishes like the Banana pudding tiramisu and Beet pasta, Cento combines traditional Italian flavors with a modern twist, creating a memorable culinary journey for all guests.
If you're in the mood for an unforgettable dining experience filled with tantalizing flavors and top-notch service, look no further than Cento in Los Angeles. Your taste buds will thank you for the exquisite flavors and welcoming ambiance that this restaurant has to offer.
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Parking: valet or street parking. Service: friendly and very attentive. The table was never left with empty dishes for long Wait: gets very busy. Highly recommend reservations Order: Hamachi crudo: 10/5 so unique. Was refreshing, tangy and sweet, soo delicious! Beef meatballs: 4/5 good flavor on a yummy puree. The meatballs went well with our pasta too Spicy pomodoro: 10/5 very creamy, good amount of spicy and very well made. Would highly recommend ”
“ Will definitely be coming back. Situated in West Adam's, the neighborhood is quieter than other parts of LA which was nice. There was valet and easy to find street parking. Our waitress was very attentive and made excellent recommendations. Started off with steamed mussels (4.5/5) bread and the sauce were delicious. Spicy pomodoro (5/5) each bite of the pasta was so satisfying. the chew, the creamy but light ricotta, the little kick from the basil oil, and the sauce. Divine. Duck Confit (5/5) what sorcery the chefs did in the back to the skin so crispy yet the inside fall apart moist and flavorful I don't know, but it was delicious. paired with the greens on top and creamy corn polenta with cherries...yummmm. Not always on the menu so try it while you can!! Banana pudding tiramisu (4/5) tasty tiramisu but I wish it had a stronger espresso taste, but that's just personal preference. No pictures, was too busy eating haha ”
“ Such a hidden gem in an unassuming neighborhood. Great food great ambiance & great service! We got the Spicy Pomodora & Beet pasta. Pomadora was definitely spicy but the Beet pasta is on the sweeter side to help balance it out. Looking forward to coming back! ”
“ Really lovely ambiance in their outdoor patio (loved that it felt indoors). It is a bit loud but I liked that tables were well spaced out and loved the beautiful tree in the middle of the space. The inside part had a nice open kitchen concept but did seem a bit tighter. For food, we ordered the beef tartare, steamed mussels and clam, corn pasta, and banana pudding tiramisu to share. Beef tartare was really tart and had interesting textures and flavors. It was good but not the best we ever had. We loved the sauce and the bread that came with the steamed mussels and clam and felt like the portion size was well worth the price. Corn pasta came out really slowly and we were a little disappointed by the small portion (it felt smaller than the appetizers) but we loved the flavors. We also loved the banana pudding tiramisu!! ”
“ Yummmmm is all I have to say - if you're looking for a date night spot with amazing food and cocktails, look no further! This place came highly recommended by fellow Yelpers as well as friends as the "best Italian restaurant" in LA. At first, I thought that everyone was over exaggerating but after going last night, it definjtely lives up to the hype. We ordered a few cocktails including The Wave and a Gin and Saffron and they were very tasty with good amount of alcohol. We also ordered the infamous Spicy Pomodoro which not only looked beautiful, but also definitely was the best pasta dish I have had in LA. Servers were very attentive and helpful with recommendations on what to order. Overall, it was a wonderful time with great eats and drinks - will definitely be coming back and bringing friends! ”
“ Everything was tasty! We had a reservation and though it's not a big deal, we still waited a little bit before we got seated in the patio area. This place is a chic casual place located in LA, where parking was a bit tough but good thing we were able to find street parking a few blocks away. The portions were small but keep in mind it's a tapas place, so it's perfect for sharing to try multiple dishes. The hamachi crudo was fresh and flavorful with its lemongrass and coconut pairing. Meatballs were a good protein source without being too heavy, and the spicy pomodoro pasta was flavorful with a hint of truffle and basil. The cocktails were also mixed very well without it being too sweet or strong. Everyone was very attentive and made sure our table was clean. We were there to catch up but we felt a bit rushed as they kept asking if we were finished with our dishes, when we clearly weren't. Eventually they said another party was waiting so we left to another place to finish our conversations. Overall cool vibes and place to check out! ”
