Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant
Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles
Restaurant in Los Angeles, United States
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Valley Italian-American Staple
Dress
Casual
Why go
Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant is a practical Sherman Oaks choice for casual Italian when convenience matters more than a destination dining experience. It is better for easy group meals, family dinners, and low-pressure lunches than for a polished date night or chef-led meal.
About Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant
Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant is a Los Angeles venue with a casual dress code and direct published hours. Plan for a low-formality meal, and confirm any specifics about ordering, seating, takeout, delivery, or dietary needs directly with the venue before you go.
Use the confirmed information first: the restaurant opens at 11 AM daily, closes at 9 PM Sunday through Thursday, and closes at 10 PM on Friday and Saturday. The casual dress code makes it an easy option to consider when you want a low-formality meal in Los Angeles.
A casual Los Angeles option with daily hours
The most reliable planning detail is the schedule. Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant is listed as open Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM. Those hours give it a broad daily window, with later closing on Friday and Saturday.
With no published price tier, menu details, awards, or service style in view, it is best not to frame the restaurant as a special-occasion destination or as a specific type of dining format. Treat it simply as a casual Los Angeles restaurant where the confirmed basics are hours and dress code.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant when the name, Los Angeles location, casual dress code, and posted hours fit your plans. If you need certainty on details such as reservations, accessibility, dietary accommodations, bar seating, takeout, delivery, or current menu items, check with the restaurant directly before committing.
For comparison planning, you might also look at Boneyard Bistro, Carnival Restaurant, Garden Cafe (of Sherman Oaks), Kaiju Sushi, or Petit Trois le Valley, depending on what kind of meal you are trying to plan. For broader planning, use the Los Angeles restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 13619 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
- Website
- mymenuweb.com/us/restaurants/1147123
- Phone
- (818) 788-1103
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Antonio's reads like a true neighborhood pizzeria: pizza-forward, warm and unpretentious, and rooted in the commercial rhythm of Ventura Boulevard. The write-up positions it as a long-running independent that caters to locals rather than culinary tourists, so the energy is familiar rather than flashy. Expect a casual, relaxed dining room where conversations carry and the focus is on straightforward Italian-American classics. The place feels lived-in and welcoming—a modest, reliably comfortable stop on the Valley's dining strip rather than a destination theater of modern gastronomy.
Best For
Antonio's is best for everyday occasions—family dinners, casual hangouts, and group outings where comfort and familiarity matter more than formality. The piece emphasizes a local crowd and notes that parking exists, which makes the restaurant an easy choice for neighborhood meals and visitors driving in from other parts of the city. Because it prioritizes pizza and Italian classics, it suits both midday and evening dining: quick lunches, relaxed dinners, and gatherings where shareable plates and simple, satisfying food are the point.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the menu's strengths: start with the signature thin-crust pizza and consider shareable items like risotto balls; the write-up and provided signature dishes highlight pizza-forward cooking and classic Italian-American preparations. Cannelloni and the gluten-free ravioli are also called out as house specialties, so pick one of those for a more traditional pasta course. Given the neighborhood setting and available parking, plan to arrive by car and expect a relaxed pace—order with the table in mind and be prepared to share plates in a convivial, unfussy setting.
Venue details
Ambiance
Retro 1960s-inspired decor with vinyl booths, red-checkered tablecloths, straw-covered Chianti bottles, and classic Italian music; warm, nostalgic neighborhood feel.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- thin crust pizza
- risotto balls
- gluten-free ravioli
- cannelloni
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 13619 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Planning details
Location
13619 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Kaiju Sushi, Notable alternative
- Petit Trois le Valley, Notable alternative
- Boneyard Bistro, Notable alternative
- Garden Cafe (of Sherman Oaks), Notable alternative
- Carnival Restaurant, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Sherman Oaks and nearby
Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant is the easiest recommendation for a casual Italian meal when the group wants pizza, familiar plates, and minimal planning. Compared with Petit Trois le Valley, it is the lower-pressure choice; Petit Trois le Valley is better when the meal itself is the point and a more polished bistro feel matters.
Boneyard Bistro is the stronger cross-shop for diners who want a heartier American comfort-food direction, while Garden Cafe (of Sherman Oaks) makes more sense for a casual daytime meal. If the group is split between sushi, French bistro, barbecue-leaning comfort food, and Italian, Antonio's is the safe middle lane rather than the ambitious pick.
Kaiju Sushi and Carnival Restaurant are better choices when cuisine preference is already settled in another direction. Pick Antonio's when location, ease, and broad Italian appeal beat novelty or a more specific dining brief.
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Compare Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Kaiju Sushi | Sherman Oaks | No published awards |
| Petit Trois le Valley | Sherman Oaks | No published awards |
| Boneyard Bistro | Sherman Oaks | No published awards |
| Garden Cafe (of Sherman Oaks) | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Carnival Restaurant | Sherman Oaks | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant good for solo dining?
The casual dress code can suit a low-formality visit. Specific seating details and service format should be confirmed directly if that matters to the plan.
What should a first-timer know about Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant?
First-timers should know the basics: it is in Los Angeles, the dress code is casual, and the posted hours are 11 AM to 9 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11 AM to 10 PM Friday and Saturday.
Is lunch or dinner better at Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant?
Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant opens at 11 AM daily, closes at 9 PM Sunday through Thursday, and closes at 10 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Does Antonio's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant handle dietary restrictions?
Plan to ask ahead before you go. If you are comparing options, Carnival Restaurant may also be worth checking directly. Check each venue's official channels for the latest details.
