Scarantino's
Glendale
Restaurant in Glendale, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Scarantino's works for an easy Glendale dinner when the goal is comfort, conversation, a low-stress celebration rather than a chef-driven destination meal. It is better for date nights, family dinners, small occasions than for diners chasing awards, named signature dishes, or detailed sourcing credentials.
About Scarantino's
Scarantino's is a Glendale venue with evening hours and a casual dress code. The schedule is Tuesday through Thursday from 4:30–9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 4:30–10 PM, Sunday from 4–9 PM, closed Monday.
Details such as specific cuisine, signature dish, chef, price point, reservation policy, takeout service, delivery service, or award history are not available. The best way to plan around Scarantino's is to consider its location in Glendale, its casual atmosphere, its late afternoon and evening hours.
A better fit for evening plans than lunch planning
The clearest planning detail is the schedule. Scarantino's is not a lunch option; its listed hours begin at 4:30 PM Tuesday through Saturday and 4 PM on Sunday. For guests comparing dinner possibilities in Glendale, that makes it easier to consider for an evening meal than for a daytime stop.
Other details that often shape a restaurant decision are not available. There is no menu format, seating count, dietary guidance, beverage program, or specialty dish listed. If those details matter for your group, confirm them directly before making plans.
Who should choose it over other options
Choose Scarantino's when the basics fit the night: Glendale, casual dress, evening hours. If the group needs a specific cuisine, a particular dish, lunch service, or a known service format, it is best to check directly before making a decision.
For broader planning, compare Scarantino's with options such as California Wok Glendale, Lemongrass, Mario's Italian Market, Spitz, The Oinkster, depending on what kind of meal your group wants. Use the hours before committing the evening to one plan.
Planning details
- Location
- 1524 E Colorado St, Glendale, CA 91205
- Website
- scarantinos.com
- Phone
- +18182479777
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Scarantino’s reads like a neighborhood institution: familiar, unpretentious and steady. The writing emphasizes repetition and reliability over novelty, framing the room as part of East Colorado Street’s textured dining fabric. Service and pacing favor an older Italian‑American logic — courses arrive with a polite lack of hurry and shared starters set a communal tone. The overall impression is warm rather than theatrical, a place where regulars return for comforting portions and the ritual of a full, well‑paced meal rather than for experimental cuisine or trend-driven design.
Best For
This is a spot built for relaxed evening meals with family and friends. The description centers on dinner as a sequence — communal starters, pasta, then a sizable protein — which makes Scarantino’s well suited to group dining and family-style nights when plates are shared and conversation unfolds slowly. It’s not pitched as a destination for tasting‑menu theatre; instead it rewards repeat visits and lingering dinners. If you want a reliable, classic Italian‑American experience in Glendale, this is the kind of room that fits that bill.
Ordering Tips
Start the table with shared antipasti and communal starters to settle into the meal’s rhythm; the description makes clear that the meal is intended to be taken in sequence. Expect generous main courses — order a classic like the Chicken Parmigiana if you want a reliably hearty entrée, and leave room for Minestrone followed by a simple dessert such as Spumoni. Pace your courses deliberately: the house habit is unhurried service, so plan for an evening rather than a quick bite.
Venue details
Ambiance
Old-school Italian with faded wood paneling, gingham curtains, corny statuettes, comfortable and friendly atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Chicken Parmigiana
- Minestrone Soup
- Spumoni Ice Cream
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If Scarantino's is not the right fit
Choose California Wok Glendale for a simpler Glendale meal with less occasion pressure. Choose Mario's Italian Market if the group wants a more specific Italian-market direction rather than a conventional dinner booking.
Restaurant context
How Scarantino's compares in Glendale
Scarantino's is the more conventional sit-down choice for a relaxed Glendale dinner, especially if the night calls for conversation and a slower pace. California Wok Glendale is the better pick for a quicker, more casual meal, while Mario's Italian Market makes more sense when the group specifically wants Italian-market energy instead of a full seated-restaurant feel.
Compared with Spitz, The Oinkster, and Lemongrass, the draw is not speed or novelty; it is lower-friction dining for a group that wants to settle in. Pick the faster peers for casual value and shorter meals. Pick Scarantino's when ambiance and a more traditional dinner rhythm matter more than turnover.
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Compare Scarantino's
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Scarantino's | Glendale | No published awards |
| Spitz | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| California Wok Glendale | Glendale | No published awards |
| Mario's Italian Market | Glendale | No published awards |
| The Oinkster | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Lemongrass | Los Angeles | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Scarantino's?
A cuisine type, menu format, or signature dish for Scarantino's are not available. Choose it only if the basics fit your plans: Glendale, casual dress, evening hours. If a specific menu item matters, check directly before going.
Is Scarantino's good for solo dining?
The dining setup is not specified, so solo-dining suitability is not mentioned. The hours are Tue–Thu 4:30–9 PM, Fri–Sat 4:30–10 PM, Sun 4–9 PM, closed Monday.
Is lunch or dinner better at Scarantino's?
Dinner is the safer planning assumption because the hours start in the late afternoon or early evening. Scarantino's is listed from 4:30 PM Tuesday through Saturday and from 4 PM on Sunday, with Monday closed.
Can Scarantino's accommodate groups?
Group suitability is not specified. Its Glendale location, casual dress code, evening hours are available. If your group needs specific seating, timing, or accessibility details, confirm directly before planning around it.
Is Scarantino's good for a special occasion?
It may fit a low-key evening plan if Glendale, casual dress, the posted hours work for your group. Service style, private dining, menu format, or other special-occasion features are not specified.
What are alternatives to Scarantino's?
Other comparison options include California Wok Glendale, Lemongrass, Mario's Italian Market, Spitz, The Oinkster. Scarantino's details are limited, so compare based on the specific needs of your meal and confirm current details directly.
How far ahead should I book Scarantino's?
A reservation policy and booking lead time are not specified. Use the hours for planning: closed Monday; Tue–Thu 4:30–9 PM; Fri–Sat 4:30–10 PM; Sun 4–9 PM.
