
Piccola Osteria
28524 La Madrid Dr, Santa Clarita, CA 91350
About Piccola Osteria - steak house in Santa Clarita, California
Customer Review Summary
Piccola Osteria receives mixed to positive reviews overall. Many guests rave about the truffle pasta special, describing it as an unforgettable meal. The atmosphere is consistently praised for being modern, clean, and inviting. Service is generally reported as friendly, though some experiences mention waitstaff rushing diners. While several dishes, such as the spinach ravioli and ossobuco, receive high marks for quality and flavor, others, like the steak and Margherita pizza, are criticized for being subpar. The restaurant's drinks and appetizers also earn commendations, with notable mentions of the old-fashioned cocktail and maize corn soup. Despite some areas needing improvement, many reviewers express a desire to return and recommend reservations. Overall, the restaurant is recognized for its potential and enjoyable environment but also called to refine several menu items for a stronger culinary experience.
Key Features
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Food
- Hard liquor
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Customer Reviews
Rating Distribution
Shelby
The truffle pasta special from 12/22 was the most insane meal I’ve ever tasted. It was truly unlike anything else, the taste was so strong and fulfilling!!! My fiance and I still talk about it. I’ll be trying to recreate for the rest of my life!! The decor was modern and clean. Great service as well. We had 3 courses and we constantly had clean plates and cutlery
Tony Solano
By far, this is my Favorite Italian restaurant. I have been here many times and I think only once, I didn't like the Lasagna but every other time, the food is delicious and tasty. Their Old Fashion drink is one of my Favorites. The price is reasonable. Restaurant is always clean. Staff is always super nice. Top Sirloin was exquisite and tender
Steve M.
Tough call between 3 and 4 stars. Piccolo Osteria in Valencia has a nice ambiance that immediately catches your attention. The place is fresh, clean, and new, featuring a large bar and around 50 tables inside. As soon as I walked in, I was impressed by the modern and inviting atmosphere. The hosting staff were welcoming and friendly, making a good first impression. However, our experience with the waitress was less than ideal. She seemed to rush us through our meal, pushing for food orders too quickly, which made the dining experience feel a bit hurried. As for the food, it was good but not outstanding. I had the salmon, which was prepared well, but it felt like something I could easily make at home. My wife's angel hair pasta was in the same category—decent but nothing extraordinary. Overall, Piccolo Osteria offers a pleasant dining environment and decent food, but it didn't leave me particularly impressed. It was a nice experience, but not one that I'd rave about.
Tomo K
Love the food, made with ❤️. Service is solid. Had an amazing date night. Looking forward coming back to try other dishes. Would recommend reservations.
Javier Villa
This restaurant is amazing. Besides my mother and grandmother's meals, I have never had such an amazing meal in my life. The service was excellent thanks to their well-mannered staff. Friendly attitude all around. The meals were hot and always fresh. The meat from the ossobuco was tender and juicy. My fiancé's lemon chicken was amazing as well. The sauces were creamy and had excellent flavor. We will be coming again soon.
Anna A
I recently had the pleasure of dining at your establishment and wanted to share some feedback on my experience. While there were certain aspects of the meal that were enjoyable, there are several areas that I believe require improvement. Starting with the steak, I found it to be quite disappointing. The meat quality was subpar, resembling a semi-boiled piece with no discernible aroma. It seemed as though the chef may not have had experience with a well-prepared steak. I would recommend exploring the methods used by the chefs at Bourbon Steak or those trained under Gordon Ramsay to truly understand what makes a great steak. The fish was another letdown. It was overcooked and lacked any aroma. The spices were merely sprinkled on the surface, leaving the inside a bland, mushy mass. This imbalance in flavor and texture suggests a need for better seasoning techniques and an understanding of proper cooking times. On a more positive note, the grilled vegetables were acceptable, though not outstanding. The Caesar salad, however, had an overbearing amount of onion powder which detracted from the overall taste. The Caprese salad was merely passable; the mozzarella was of low quality and the tomatoes had an unnatural, plastic-like taste. The Margherita pizza was particularly disappointing. It did not resemble a traditional Margherita pizza, tasting more like tomato paste on bread with poor-quality cheese. This dish needs significant improvement to meet the expectations of those familiar with authentic Italian cuisine. However, I would like to commend the quality of the fresh bread. It was fantastic and provided a delightful start to the meal. Overall, my dining experience at Piccola Osteria was mixed. While there were some enjoyable elements, many dishes fell short of expectations. I encourage your team to invest time in learning and perfecting authentic recipes to avoid presenting what might be perceived as counterfeit plates. Thank you for your attention to this feedback. I hope to return in the future to see improvements and enjoy the potential that Piccola Osteria has to offer.
Rick Lupert
Italian food is kind of our go-to when we want to feel indulgent. Piccola Osteria fit this bill for date night and we were super happy with our experience and the food. We've also been to their other location and appreciated the more modern feel to this spot (and we actually liked the food better too. We started with the soup of the day which was a Maize Corn Soup...this was truly fantastic in flavor and texture. A corn based soup done exactly right. I had the Spinach Ravioli which came with a generous portion on the plate, topped with tomato sauce and I was absolutely not hungry after finishing it. My wife and I also shared the Allegra salad...it was beautifully presented (actually everything was really well plated which allowed the feast to start with our eyes before we even picked up our forks.) I think there was a newer staff member helping so our bread came kind of later than we wanted but it was worth the wait...house made and delicious with the oil and balsamic it was served with (just like back in the motherland.) We'd definitely come back here. The atmosphere was to our taste (again over the more traditional feel of their other location), the food was beautiful and delicious, and, as vegetarians, we had plenty to choose from.
Tony Sayegh
Birthday dinner could not have been better. We love both locations. We enjoy the service, food and overall atmosphere. The drink options are nice too.
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