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Piccolino Ristorante

4.9 (2367)
$31 to $50
Italian
28719 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

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Piccolino Ristorante

4.9
$31 to $50
Italian
Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Romantic
A Sicilian by way of Chicago, from a family of Sicilian chefs and restaurateurs. He made a name for himself, serving Orange County for 30 years. Piccolino serves some of the best Italian inspirations in Orange County. Piccolino retains its Sicilian philosophy and passion for food by combining traditional old-world flavors and contemporary infusions. When Salvatore Faso opened Piccolino Ristorante in 2007, his goal was simple: to combine his lifelong experiences in the finest Italian restaurants with the finest ingredients, authenticity, preparation, and his passion for the Canyon and its surrounding communities. Piccolino Ristorante serves regional Italian cuisine, including artisan-made pasta, fresh wild-caught fish, and the finest meats and poultry on the market daily. Vintage décor, white tablecloths, and candlelit tables provide a romantic dining experience.

"Chi mangia bene, Vive bene!"

"La buona cucina rende allegria!"

Buon Appetito & Mille Grazie, ci si vede presto!



Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Dining Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 16:00–21:00 Wed, Thu 11:45–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:45–21:30 Sun 11:45–20:30
  • Contact
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Sotelo
  • Catering
    Italian Catering &amp; Special Event Menu<br /> •48-hour notice appreciated.<br /> •We offer full service Italian catering for corporate meetings, birthday parties, bridal showers, weddings, and much more.<br /> •We feature traditional Italian cuisine at a reasonable price, using the best ingredients available. Integrity is our reputation.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Our three private dining areas offer an elegant upscale atmosphere for family, friends or co-workers to shower everyone with happiness. We understand your expecting a special day, leave it to us, sit back and let our 3 generations of experience make your thoughts and dreams come true.
  • Private party contact
    Caterina Faso: (949) 380-7261
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
  • Cross street
    241 Toll Road
  • Parking Details
    Plenty, private lot parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine Dinner

    USD 115.00 per person

    1 - 12 people

    13 Feb 2027 - 14 Feb 2027
    3 course Valentine Menu Choice of Starter: Crema d’ Aragosta Innamorata or Insalata di Cavolo & Bietole al Cuore or Arancini con Tartufo Valentino. Entrees: Salmone Amore or Le Capesante Rose or Il Vitello di Romeo or Il Pollo Farcito ai Mille Sapori di Giulietta or Il Filetto Sotto la Luna or a Spigola Cilena alla Sofia or L’Aragosta di Cupido or Lasagna dell'Orto Arco e Frecce Dessert: Choose one from our fresh daily dessert selection $ 115 per person plus tax and gratuity reservations required
    Valentine Dinner photo
  • Easter Champagne Brunch

    USD 75.00 per person

    1 - 12 people

    28 Mar 2027 only
    Easter Prix Fix Champagne Brunch Menu! Served from 11:00 am till 2:00 pm. Regular menu service to follow $75.00 Per Person tax & gratuity not included Children $35 ( ages 5 to 13 )
    Easter Champagne Brunch photo
  • Sicilian Shores to the Rolling Hills of Tuscany

    USD 135.00 per person

    1 - 12 people

    18 Nov 2026 only
    Dear Guests, Piccolino Ristorante is proud to present our Tuscany & Sicilian Wine Dinner with Alberto Moretti, Proprietor wines: From the Feudo Maccari Estates in Noto Sicily to Bolgheri Tuscany with Tenuta Sette Ponti enjoy this culinary adventure along Alberto and his fine wines. featuring a 6-course dinner paired with exceptional wines. Thursday, September 24th at 6:30 PM Six Courses: An intentional progression of flavors featuring artisanal ingredients and traditional Veneto techniques. All courses paired with unique wines, showcasing the diversity of Veneto's regional character. $105.00 per person plus tax & gratuity
    Sicilian Shores to the Rolling Hills of Tuscany photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Sunday New York Italian Night

    1 - 12 people

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Join us Sundays for a Special 4 course Journey through New Yorks-Italian Cusine. From classic baked red sauce favorites to little Italy inspired creations made with the Piccolino touch A Little History New York's Italian food origins are rooted in the late 19th and early 20th century Italian immigration, which introduced traditional southern Italian dishes to the city. Adapting these recipes to local American ingredients and economic conditions created a new Italian-American cuisine, featuring staples like larger portions, more garlic, and dishes such as chicken parmesan and spaghetti with meatballs, which were originally unheard of in Italy.

    Sunday  New York Italian Night photo

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Piccolino Ristorante.

4.9

4.9
(2367)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Italian

  • South Orange County

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Piccolino Ristorante is celebrated for its "amazing food and service." Diners rave about its authentic Italian dishes, especially the "delicious pasta" and seafood options. The ambiance is perfect for special occasions, enhanced by "attentive and friendly staff." Regulars highlight the charm of its covered patio and extensive wine selection.
2,367 Reviews
  1. Lori

    Orange County13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and wonderfull service. I would choose the veranda the next time for Happy Hour instead of the bar because of the noise level.

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  2. Cynthia

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love coming here it’s perfect for a date night. I came to celebrate my anniversary with my husband and they put a little confetti on the table and served us complimentary champagne. We were both taken back by this thoughtful gesture. The food and service are always outstanding!

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  3. Kathleen Gold

    Orange County47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've eaten at Piccolino's several times in the past but this was the absolute best meal I've had so far. I ordered the house salad that was just a perfect blend of lettuce/tomato/cucumber in the most delightful dressing. I followed up with the salmon special that came with mixed vegetables and potatoes. The salmon was pure perfection! the seasoning was heaven to my palate and it was cooked just perfectly as was the veggies and potatoes. I loved every bite and since I took home half I get to enjoy it a second time. I highly recommend coming here if you haven't tried it already.

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  4. Kathy

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was delicious! We had the caprese appetizer and the butternut squash soup to start. We loved both of them. Our entrees were the pistachio crusted halibut and the dover sole. The sauce on top of the halibut has great flavor. The dover sole is pricey and de-boned table side. It was good but I don’t think we would order it again. We also had several rounds of drinks and dessert which were great. The service here is always spot on. They check in with you just enough. I would definitely recommend Piccolino’s to anyone.

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  5. Al

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experiences here have been excellent. Every time we go we get the same high level of service,food,ambience. This is a gem. Wow keep up the magic!

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  6. Heidi

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant always has amazing food, very authentic and delicious. And the service is always wonderful! 

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  7. linda Gold

    Orange County14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food . Would highly recommend

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  8. Vahid Gold

    Orange County37 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    This is my second time at this restaurant and I must say the food is very good. Both times I enjoyed it. The service needs improvement. Although they were very busy the night we were there but it took a lot of work to get our waiter's attention to get water, drink or additional napkins. Like 4 times before he showed up with them. Good restaurants need to be able to accommodate guests regardless of being busy or not

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  9. Renee Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    we sat outside- party of 6. no alcohol. table next to us was enjoying a wine filled evening- totally fine, but loud. owner or someone affiliated with the restaurant continued to stand between our table and theirs to talk about wine. the discussion around “green” caymus was so loud. if the gentleman had stood on the other sode, their voices would have carried out to the parking lot. service- at best ok. asked for another bottle of water- never got it- had to chase down a server for it. asked for more bread- never got it- didnt try. ordered veal special- got the veal menu item. i REALLY wanted polenta, not potatoes. food-was late, and obviously sat since there was a film over the sauces. the saltimbocca veal itself, tender. sauce tasted like a packaged brown gravy. ALL pasta dishes had water (from improperly drained pasta) in the bowls, making the sauces soupy and diluted. VERY DISAPPOINTING.- there was a time we considered this the best place in the area… certainly not anymore and wont recommend again.

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  10. Torild Gold

    Orange County26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best waiter! My mom cannot have gluten and he was so kind and explained to her what her options were. She had the veal shank and said it was one of the best gluten free meals she has had in a long time.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Dining Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 16:00–21:00 Wed, Thu 11:45–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:45–21:30 Sun 11:45–20:30
  • Contact
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Sotelo
  • Catering
    Italian Catering &amp; Special Event Menu<br /> •48-hour notice appreciated.<br /> •We offer full service Italian catering for corporate meetings, birthday parties, bridal showers, weddings, and much more.<br /> •We feature traditional Italian cuisine at a reasonable price, using the best ingredients available. Integrity is our reputation.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Our three private dining areas offer an elegant upscale atmosphere for family, friends or co-workers to shower everyone with happiness. We understand your expecting a special day, leave it to us, sit back and let our 3 generations of experience make your thoughts and dreams come true.
  • Private party contact
    Caterina Faso: (949) 380-7261
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
  • Cross street
    241 Toll Road
  • Parking Details
    Plenty, private lot parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Piccolino tends to be at its busiest on Saturday nights and during holiday or special-event nights (reviewers called a Saturday night “jammed” and noted busy Veterans’ Day and Valentine’s Day services), while weekday visits and Sunday midday are described as calmer and more relaxed.

Yes, Piccolino has outdoor seating: reviewers mention a covered patio and several guests have celebrated (and been seated) on the patio.

Yes, reviewers report that Piccolino is welcoming of service dogs; one guest specifically says they’re "always welcoming of us with our little service dog Ebony."

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished but relaxed attire; many guests treat Piccolino as an anniversary or date-night spot and often dress up a bit.

For a calmer visit, go on a weekday evening, many guests say they come during the week when it’s calm, while weekend (Saturday) nights often fill up.

Piccolino offers an indoor dining room with booths, a welcoming bar area, and a covered outdoor patio, they also accommodate private parties.

Yes, families are welcome: guests report three-generation parties (ages 2–79) enjoyed their meals, and staff will make pizzas or pasta to suit young palates.

Sunday midday is especially lovely at Piccolino Ristorante, guests praise community lunches and a pleasant Sunday atmosphere; for a quieter visit, others note it’s calmer during the week.

Guests often describe the pasta portions as hearty and satisfying, reviewers mention meat-rich, filling pastas that feel ample.

Yes, Piccolino Ristorante is well suited to date night, with vintage décor, white tablecloths and candlelit tables and many guests celebrating anniversaries there.

How FAQ content is generated

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  2. United States
  3. Orange County
  4. South Orange County
  5. Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

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A photo of Piccolino Ristorante restaurant

Piccolino Ristorante

4.9
$31 to $50
Italian
Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
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