Piccolo Santa Monica,

2127 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, United States

"The service was excellent - quickly seated, seen to immediately, with great recommendations from the staff. The food was exceptional - The shrimp black ink linguini was the best pasta dish I've had at an Italian restaurant. The atmosphere was lovely - cozy and dark, perfect for a romantic date night."

"The backyard is dimly lit and there are candles on the table, creating a memorable atmosphere. Heat lamps were more than adequate. Not loud, and not packed cheek to jowl, so it's easy to have conversations here. Very few kids here. The food was great quality, well prepared, good portion sizes, served warm. The fare is upper tier, traditional Italian, with little to no innovation. There are a few vegetarian choices but that's not a strength here. For dessert we tried tiramisu, which was mostly cream and lacked flavor. We didn't see our server all that much and had to ask another for a refill of water. The location is right on busy Lincoln, which unfortunately does not have much for public transit. Great place for a romantic dinner or other special occasion. I would probably come back."

"I can’t believe I haven’t reviewed Piccolo before; this is one of our favorite spots!!! Great service, great ambiance, and the food is amazing. Everything I’ve had there has been top notch. Great wine selection and cocktails too, love their espresso martini. This place is a gem!!"

"This place is fantastic! What a little gem on Lincoln. The service is great with friendly service. The Pasta is homemade and AMAZING! High end meals at reasonable prices and great cocktails. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant."

"Piccolo is one of the best restaurants on Lincoln for its delicious food, exquisite wines, and above-and-beyond friendly staff. The grilled octopus, grilled calamari, and linguini mare with the black in linguine are must-order dishes, and you really can’t go wrong with any of the wines. Kelsey is the best manager and always makes sure things go smoothly. The bartender is also brilliant and all of his cocktails are amazing. They have both romantic indoor and outdoor seating, and I always leave with a smile on my face."