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Piccolino Ristorante, Mission Viejo, CA

Piccolino Ristorante

4.8
4.8
2128 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
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!



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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Dining Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:45 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:45 am–9:30 pm Sun 11:45 am–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 380-7261
  • Website
    http://www.piccolinomv.com/
  • 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.
  • Location
    28719 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
  • Neighbourhood
    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, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Vino & Veranda

    US$35.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Vino & Veranda Join Us 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month From 5:30 pm to 6:45 pm S Vino & Veranda offers a unique opportunity to taste eight different wines from various regions of the world combined with a sample plate prepared by Executive Chef Paul Sotelo. From 5:30 pm to 6:45 pm Reservations required $35 per person plus tax & grautity The wines will be available for purchase.
    Vino & Veranda photo

  • Easter Champagne Brunch

    US$85.00 per person

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Easter Day Prix Fix Champagne Brunch Menu Served from 11:00 am till 2:00 pm. Regular menu service to follow $85.00 Per Person tax & gratuity not included. Children $35 ( ages 5 to 13 )
    Easter Champagne Brunch photo

  • Father's Day Champagne Brunch

    US$85.00 per person

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    Father's Day Prix Fix Champagne Brunch Menu Served from 11:00 am till 2:00 pm. Regular menu service to follow $85.00 Per Person tax & gratuity not included Children $35 ( ages 5 to 13 )
    Father's Day Champagne Brunch photo

Offers

  • 33% off Wine Monday & Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Tue - 4:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.,Wed - Thu - 11:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    Enjoy 33% off all wines by the glass- Monday & Wednesday all Day ! Excludes Holidays and Special Occasions!

    33% off Wine Monday & Wednesday photo

  • Tito's Tuesday

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Tue - 4:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
    Enjoy Tito's Vodka @ $11 or a Tito's Martini at $13 all Day Tuesday!Excludes Holidays and Special Occasions!

    Tito's Tuesday photo

  • Musica in Veranda

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - Thu - 3:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    We offer complimentary live background music on Thursdays from 6:15 pm to 8:15 pm. Local artists are subject to change weekly.

Menu

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What 2,128 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Italian

  • South Orange County

    Best Food

  • South Orange County

    Great for fine wines

  • South Orange County

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Piccolino Ristorante offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and ambiance." Guests rave about the "fantastic food and service," highlighting its "wonderful" staff and attentive hosts like Sal and Jorge. The restaurant boasts an "outstanding wine list" and dishes reminiscent of authentic Italian flavors. It's a "go-to spot" for special occasions and memorable evenings.

2,128 Reviews

  1. Anthony

    Orange County

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was excellent The food was very good, but rather pricey.

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  2. Sherif

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Valentine's night experience was great. The food was delicious. The whole staff are highly professional

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  3. Jeff

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Check in at 7:20 for my 7:45 reservation , understanding I’m early the young women blonde says your table will be ready closer to 745 So we had an old fashion at the bar and was more or a straight whiskey not very good . No big deal , don’t 745 we go back to the front and they say table is not ready . So why accept reservations if they won’t honor the time slot you requested! So we proceed to go back to bar area and wait until 8:10 when we finally got our table . Food was a preset valentine menu which was fine had choices 3 course meal which was ok nothing to brag about overall ok but a bit overpriced maybe because of the location they get away with it but there are better Italian restaurants in Corona for far less and more authentic in Corona

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  4. Justin

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Made reservations for inside. I got inside, but shoved into a wing where they play pool. All the atmosphere was lost. Tables looked cheap. Cheap chairs. Squeezed in tight. On Valentine’s Day? This is why people think Valentines Day is a way for restaurants to rip people off. There was a huge line when we left. People made reservations, but couldn’t get seated. When this happens, the taste of the food doesn’t matter. You failed. And you will continue to until you decide to aim for quality over profit. Not worth it. Will not come back. Will advice you all to try something else. If they can’t make a solid experience on V Day, they are gonna low class any other day.

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  5. Steve

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a good experience at Piccilino. It's our "go to" restaurant for special occasions, and enjoy happy hour and dining there regularly.

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  6. Justin

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Piccolinos was overwhelmed on Valentine’s Day. They had a pre-set menu which was good, but the service was extremely slow. The portions were not very big for a price of $105/person. We also had to send a drink back to the bar twice for being made incorrectly (my wife asked for tequila and was given vodka, twice…). The gentleman who I assume was the manager was seen several times yelling at his server staff on the floor with guests in full view and earshot. We love Piccolinos on a normal night but it was clear they oversold their Valentine’s Day special.

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  7. Mark

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff were great and the set meal for Valentines was amazing.

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  8. Case

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten here several times for holidays and just an evening out. The food and service has always been very good. The prices are a little high and the noise level is a little high when the restaurant is crowded.

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  9. Joe

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good. Will go back when in the area. Xxxxxxx

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  10. Pinky

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is good an dthe place but our server is bad hie has no patience to us costumer he wont even recommend anytining , he sounds rude and rough 😂

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FAQs

Piccolino Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 380-7261.

Piccolino Ristorante is rated 4.8 stars by 2128 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Piccolino Ristorante

28719 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    241 Toll Road
  • Neighbourhood
    Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:45 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:45 am–9:30 pm Sun 11:45 am–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty, private lot parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Sotelo
  • 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, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.piccolinomv.com/
  • Phone number
    (949) 380-7261
  • 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.

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