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Antonello Ristorante, Santa Ana, CA

Antonello Ristorante

4.8
4.8
1699 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
At Antonello Ristorante, we transport you to not just another place, but to another time. As you walk into Antonello's Main Dining Room, a typical scene from the streets of Bistango, Italy comes alive.

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Private dining

Private dining

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 17:30–20:30 Sat 17:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (714) 751-7153
  • Website
    http://www.antonellosrg.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Sal Ferrara
  • Private party facilities
    Antonello offers many options to meet your event needs. Our kitchen staff can accommodate cocktail events, intimate dining parties, business dinner and luncheons. We have several private rooms that can accommodate parties from 2 to 95 guests. Each event is personalized to meet your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Banquet Coordinator: (714) 751-7153
  • Location
    3800 South Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92704
  • Area
    Santa Ana
  • Cross Street
    Sunflower Avenue & South Plaza Drive
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet & Self parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Fritto Misto

    Caribbean Shrimp, Calamari, Baby Zucchini, Fried Leeks

    • Peppered Mussels Or Clams

      Mediterranean Mussels or Manila Clams, White Wine, Parsley, Cracked Black Pepper

      • Shrimp Lemon Butter

        Large Shrimp, Lemon, European Butter

        • Prosciutto & Melon

          Imported Prosciutto San Daniele, Marinated Olives, Cilingine Mozzarella

          • Imported Italian Cured Meats

            Prosciutto San Daniele, Bresaola, Artisan Salami, Parmigiano Reggianp, Served on Wooden Cutting Board

            • Bruschetta

              Homemade Ciabatta Bread, Fresh Chopped Roma Tomatoes, Parmigiano Reggiano, Sweet Basil

              Carpaccio - Crudo - Sashimi

              • Swordfish

                Thinly Sliced Swordfish, Fresh Lemon, Baby Mache, Red Peppercorn, Sicilian Olive Oil

                • Smoked Salmon

                  Thinly Sliced Smoked Salmon, Fresh Lemon, Organic Olive Oil, Baby Mixed Lettuce, Capers

                  • Octopus

                    Thinly Sliced Octopus Slowly Cooked 1.5 Hrs, Lemon, Olive Oil, Baby Arugula

                    • Beef

                      Thinly Sliced Beef, Fresh Lemon, Baby Arugula, Capers, Parmigiano Reggiano, Ligurian Olive Oil

                      • Smoked Wild Boar

                        Thinly Sliced Smoked Wild Boar, Chunks Of Parmigiano Reggiano, Truffle Oil, Sweet Basil

                        • Tuna

                          Thinly Sliced Sashimi Grade Ahi Tuna, Fresh Lemon, Baby Kale, Ligurian Olive Oil

                          • Mushroom

                            Thinly Sliced Champignon Mushrooms, Parmigiano, Sicilian Olive Oil, Baby Arugula, Fresh Lemon

                            Soup & Salad

                            • Minestrone

                              Assorted Garden Vegetables, Cannellini Beans, Tubetti Pasta, Organic Olive Oil

                              • Assorted Bean Soup

                                Assorted Beans Soup, Tubetti Pasta, Organic Olive Oil

                                • Mixed Salad

                                  Baby Kale, Bibb Lettuce, Shaved Fennel, Champignon Mushrooms, Parmigiano Reggiano, Imported Red Apple Cider Vinegar, Sicilian Olive Oil

                                  • Cesare

                                    Romaine Hearts, Anchovy Dressing, Focaccia Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                    • Caprese

                                      Fiori Di Gioia Mozzarella, Cluster Tomatoes, Basil Arugula, Aged Balsamic Vinegar, Organic Olive Oil

                                      • Antonello Salad

                                        Bibb Lettuce, Truffelbert Farms Hazelnuts, Gorgonzola, Hardboiled Egg, Apple, Pancetta, Ligurian Olive Oil, Imported Red Wine Vinegar

                                        • Arugula & Artichoke

                                          Arugula, Baby Artichokes, Sicilian Olive Oil, White Balsamic Vinegar, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                          • Beets & Burrata

                                            Roasted Beets, Tomatoes, Aged Balsamic Vinegar, Buratta Cheese

                                            • Hot Spinach

                                              Baby Spinach, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Imported Red Wine Vinegar, Sweet Onions, Mustard, Flambéed Tableside

                                              Pasta

                                              • Spinach Ricotta Ravioli

                                                Homemade Ravioli Filled With Ricotta, Spinach, San Marzano tomatoes

                                                • Lobster Ravioli

                                                  Homemade Lobster Filled Ravioli, Maine Lobster Claws, Saffron Cream, Arugula

                                                  • Pappardelle Braised Short Ribs

                                                    Homemade Long Wide Pasta, Slowly Cooked Shredded Beef Short Ribs, Red Wine, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                                    • Tagliolini With Roasted Veal & Porcini

                                                      Homemade Long Thin Pasta, Roasted Veal, Porcini Mushrooms, White Wine, Fresh Rosemary

                                                      • Spaghetti Chittarra Carbonara

                                                        Homemade Square Cut Spaghetti Pasta, Pancetta, Sweet Onions, Egg Yolk, Parmigiano Reggiano, Panna

                                                        • Orecchiette Sausage & Swiss Chard

                                                          Pugliese Sausage, Swiss Chard, Pecorino Romano

                                                          • Spaghetti Pescatora

                                                            Argentina Shrimps, Scallops, Seppia, Black Mussels, Manila Clam, Light Tomato Sauce

                                                            • Linguine Clams

                                                              Organic Olive Oil, Garlic, White Wine, Manilla Clams

                                                              • Capellini With Shrimp & Scallops

                                                                Large Shrimp, Scallops, Mushroom, Calabrian Peperoncino Oil, San Marzano Tomato

                                                                • Risotto

                                                                  Chef's daily risotto. Market Price

                                                                  "Signature Pasta of Piemonte, Italy (Antonio's Hometown)"

                                                                  • Mamma Pina

                                                                    Homemade Miniature Beef Ravioli, Bolognese, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                                                    • Gnocchi

                                                                      Homemade Ricotta dumpling, Fontina Val d' Aosta, San Marzano Tomatoes

                                                                      • Rotelle

                                                                        Baked Thin Sheets Of Pasta Rolled, Parma Cotta, Mozzarella, Vodka Cream, Sauce, Béchamel

                                                                        Main Course

                                                                        • Fisherman's stew

                                                                          Lobster, Argentina Shrimp, Scallops, Assorted Fish, Seppia Mussels, Clams, Tomato broth, Crostino

                                                                          • Baked Sea Bass

                                                                            Baked Filet Of Mediterranean Sea Bass, Brushed With Fresh Aromatic Herbs, Served With Fresh Lemon

                                                                            • Salmon & Lentils

                                                                              Scottish Salmon, Roasted Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Green Lentils, Organic Olive Oil

                                                                              • Veal & Prosciutto

                                                                                Veal Scaloppini, Prosciutto San Danielle, Sage, European Butter

                                                                                • Free Range Chicken

                                                                                  Half boneless Free Range Chicken, Fresh Herbs, Aged Balsamic Vinegar

                                                                                  • Filet Barolo & Truffles

                                                                                    8oz Prime Filet, Barolo Wine Reduction, Sliced Black Truffle

                                                                                    • Cowboy Steak

                                                                                      20oz Prime Bone in Rib Eye, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs

                                                                                      • Osso Buco

                                                                                        Braised Veal Shank, Minced Vegetables, White Wine, Saffron Rice

                                                                                        • Lamb Chops

                                                                                          Australian Lamb Chops, Ligurian Olive Oil, Shallots, Grappa, Green Peppercorn

                                                                                          Side Dishes

                                                                                          • Spinach

                                                                                            Spinach, Garlic

                                                                                            • Asparagus

                                                                                              Asparagus, Parmigiano, European Butter

                                                                                              • Sausage & Peppers

                                                                                                Pugliese Sausage, Peperonata

                                                                                                • Eggplant Parmigiana

                                                                                                  Layers Of Eggplant, San Marzano Tomatoes, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                                                                                  Last updated: 3 February 2022

                                                                                                  What 1,699 people are saying

                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                  4.8
                                                                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                                                  • 4.8Service
                                                                                                  • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                  • 4.5Value

                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                                  • Orange County

                                                                                                    Great for fine wines

                                                                                                  • North Orange County

                                                                                                    Great for fine wines

                                                                                                  • North Orange County

                                                                                                    Italian

                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                  Antonello Ristorante is a refined Italian dining experience, praised for its "terrific food" and "fantastic service." Ideal for special occasions or business meetings, the restaurant offers a warm greeting and pampering service. Despite some noise and wait time concerns, the "amazing cuisine" and "beautiful ambiance" make it a cherished favorite.

                                                                                                  1,699 Reviews

                                                                                                  1. Keiko

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Orange County

                                                                                                    30 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    30 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined today

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    My husband and I have been coming to Antonello for over 30 years. We just celebrated our 35th wedding anniversary at Antonello and it was remarkable as always. Service is seamless, food and drinks are always great. There is a reason why this restaurant has been doing well for over 30 years! Highly recommend!

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                                                                                                  2. Elizabeth

                                                                                                    Orange County

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined today

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Antonelli’s never disappoints, even on a busy pre-Christmas night. The food was great and the service impeccable. If you want a quieter experience opt for the area just outside the main dining room (but still indoors). Your server will be just as attentive.

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                                                                                                  3. Kevin

                                                                                                    Denver

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    We have been here many times and it rarely disappoints. This time our table was near the kitchen and right under a very intrusive light. Also, they have started adding a 3% charge for credit cards which I find to be offensive. Other than that it lived up to expectations.

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                                                                                                  4. Mark

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Palm Springs

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Best Authentic Norther Italian cuisine in Southern CA.

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                                                                                                  5. Mark

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Orange County

                                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 30 November 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    Antonello's is classy, charming, and old-school Italian restaurant. High quality food and service. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that the quality of the food does not quite meet the standard of a 5 stars.

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                                                                                                  6. Michele

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Orange County

                                                                                                    47 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    47 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 21 November 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Never disappoints. Staff is wonderful. Eloy’s soufflé was so good. Mary and Carmen are so pleasant and welcoming. Fernando provided great service. Such a wonderful place to celebrate an anniversary or just a night out.

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                                                                                                  7. Edward

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                    12 reviews

                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                    12 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                    Too noisy and crowded. Soufflé was not good at all. Charging credit card processing fee should be clearly illustrated.

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                                                                                                  8. ellen

                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Service and food were wonderful. All 6 of us had something different from their extensive menu. My Veal Piccata was to die for.

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                                                                                                  9. Gil

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    They accommodated us really well, understood we had a concert to go to, and made sure we were out of there in enough time without feeling rushed…& the food was amazing!

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                                                                                                  10. Robert

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Orange County

                                                                                                    93 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    93 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 8 November 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    I returned to Antonello’s with friends. They offer a consistently excellent experience. The food is wonderful. The staff are a pleasure to deal with. And the nightly specials provide an opportunity to enjoy new flavors. Just great.

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                                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                                  Antonello Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 751-7153.

                                                                                                  Antonello Ristorante is rated 4.8 stars by 1699 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                                  Make a booking

                                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                                  19:00
                                                                                                  Booked 6 times today

                                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                  Google Map for Antonello Ristorante

                                                                                                  3800 South Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92704

                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                                    Sunflower Avenue & South Plaza Drive
                                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                                    Santa Ana
                                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                    Dinner Tue–Fri 17:30–20:30 Sat 17:00–20:30
                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                    $50 and over
                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                    Italian
                                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                                    Fine Dining
                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                    Business Casual
                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                    Complimentary Valet & Self parking
                                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                                    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                                    Sal Ferrara
                                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                                    http://www.antonellosrg.com/
                                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                                    (714) 751-7153
                                                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                                                    Antonello offers many options to meet your event needs. Our kitchen staff can accommodate cocktail events, intimate dining parties, business dinner and luncheons. We have several private rooms that can accommodate parties from 2 to 95 guests. Each event is personalized to meet your needs.
                                                                                                  • Private party contact
                                                                                                    Banquet Coordinator: (714) 751-7153

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