Allegra California Cafe

4.3

38 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Mario & Allegra Perez met when they began working together in an Italian restaurant in Santa Monica in 2000. In 2008, they started their first restaurant, Tortuga Bay, which features authentic dishes from Mario's hometown of Guadalajara, Mexico.

In 2019, Mario & Allegra decided to recreate a similar type of restaurant in which they met: California-Italian cuisine for the neighborhood and families to gather and enjoy locally-sourced meals. Allegra California Café offers healthy alternatives, hearty comfort foods, and vegetarian and vegan options. We proudly serve Lavazza coffee as well as beer, wine, & wine-based cocktails.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 8, 2022

9:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(424) 500-2700

Other options

Order online

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Californian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 7:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(424) 500-2700
Website
http://www.allegracaliforniacafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic, Women
Executive chef
Mario Perez
Private party facilities
Our heated back patio with a beautiful umbrella sky is available for private parties. Please email us at allegracaliforniacafe@gmail.com to discuss your next event.

Location
4437 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230
Neighborhood
Culver City
Cross street
Braddock
Parking details
Temporary 2 hours free parking at the meters on Sepulveda north and south of Braddock
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Calamari$14.00
fritti with lemon garlic aioli & spicy garlic marinara sauce
Bruschetta$11.00
crostini with arugula, marinated tomatoes, shaved parmesan & balsamic olive oil
Stuffed Mushrooms$12.00
breadcrumbs, garlic, parmesan & mozzarella
Caprese Salad$12.00
buffalo mozzarella, marinated tomatoes, basil & olive oil
Burrata$15.00
(fresh mozzarella stuffed with stracciatella & cream) on mixed greens with marinated tomatoes balsamic glaze & crostini
Mac N' Cheese$14.00
topped with toasted herb breadcrumbs
House-Made Herb Focaccia Bread$9.00
with marinara
Soup of the Day$5.00
Sweet Potato Fries$8.00
with chipotle mayo
Garlic Parmesan French Fries$8.00

Salads

Add chicken $5 / shrimp $6 / salmon $6 / steak $7

House Salad$11.00
organic mixed greens with marinated tomatoes, roasted bell peppers & basil vinaigrette
Caesar$12.00
romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, croutons & parmesan cheese
Italian Chopped$15.00
turkey, salami, provolone, tomatoes & romaine lettuce with balsamic vinaigrette
Culver West$15.00
chilled chicken, mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta cheese & honey balsamic dressing
Chinese Chicken Salad$15.00
organic mixed greens, carrots, water chestnuts, mandarin oranges, sliced almonds, & crispy noodles with Asian dressing
Santa Fe$16.00
chilled chicken, bell peppers, black beans, corn, crispy tortilla chips, avocado & jalapeno ranch dressing
Grilled Salmon Salad$18.00
organic kale, mixed greens, quinoa, marinated tomatoes, feta cheese & lemon vinaigrette
Grilled Steak Salad$18.00
arugula, marinated tomatoes, shaved parmesan & balsamic vinaigrette

Panini

Grilled panini on Ciabatta - served with French fries, mixed greens or soup. All panini come with tomato, onion & mayonnaise

Genoa$14.00
honey roasted ham & provolone
Firenze$14.00
Turkey, provolone & pesto dressing
Roma$14.00
Salami & provolone
Venezia$14.00
buffalo mozzarella & pesto
Uffizzi$14.00
grilled chicken, provolone, pesto dressing & mixed greens
La Mexicana$14.00
Pierna (pulled pork) & panela (fresh Mexican cheese)

Burgers

Half pound house ground chuck roll patty on a Brioche Bun with romaine lettuce, tomato, onion & mayonnaise and your choice of French fries, mixed greens, or soup. Sub - sweet potato fries / garlic parmesan $2. Protein Substitutions - Turkey Burger $2 or Impossible Burger $3. Add Cheddar cheese / bacon / avocado / mushrooms $2

Americana$14.00
Italian Burger$16.00
gorgonzola & caramelized onions
Shrimp Burger$16.00
whole shrimp grilled with jack cheese, topped with avocado & cucumber
Garden Burger$13.00

Pizza

12" House-made NY-style pizza dough (vegan & organic)

Cheese$15.00
mozzarella & marinara
Pepperoni$16.00
marinara & mozzarella
Margherita$15.00
marinara, mozzarella, fresh marinated tomatoes & basil
Vegan$16.00
marinara, mushrooms, eggplant, marinated tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion & basil
Greek$16.00
marinara, spinach, tomatoes, kalamata olives & feta
Polio Verde$17.00
basil-walnut pesto, chicken, house smoked mozzarella, roasted bell peppers & sweet red onion
Pear & Gorgonzola$17.00
alfredo sauce, pear & gorgonzola topped with fresh arugula and drizzled with a balsamic glaze

Pasta

Add chicken $5 / shrimp $6 / salmon $6. Vegan Soba noodles available upon request

Capellini Pomodoro$14.00
angel hair pasta with marinara sauce & fresh basil
Penne al Diavolo$14.00
penne pasta with spicy garlic marinara sauce
Primavera Spaghetti$15.00
zucchini, broccoli, eggplant & mushrooms in a tomato garlic wine sauce
Spaghetti Tacchino$16.00
ground turkey Bolognese with marinara sauce
Linguine al Salmone$18.00
with shallots, capers, & tomato cream sauce
Spaghetti Scampi$18.00
sautéed shrimp, garlic, shallots, capers, & lemon wine butter sauce
Sapori (Doug's Favorite)$17.00
penne pasta, sautéed chicken, eggplant, tomatoes, kalamata olives, & house smoked mozzarella
Fettucine Alfredo$14.00
garlic wine cream sauce topped with marinated tomatoes & parsley
Penne alla Genovese$14.00
basil-walnut pesto with a garlic wine cream sauce topped with marinated tomatoes
Fettucine del Mare$18.00
sautéed shrimp, scallops, calamari, black mussels, & clams in a marinara sauce, topped with marinated tomatoes
Linguine Vongolette$18.00
steamed clams with a garlic wine butter sauce
Rigatoni Allegra$17.00
chicken, mushrooms & a teriyaki cream sauce
Gnocchi$16.00
house-made potato dumplings (vegan) served with marinara, alfredo or pesto cream sauce
House-Made Ravioli$18.00
sautéed mushrooms & Italian cheeses in a marsala cream sauce

From the Grill / Entrees

Salmon Aquapazza$21.00
tomatoes, kalamata olives, capers in a garlic, wine butter sauce served with mashed potatoes & mixed vegetables
Grilled Mahi-Mahi$21.00
with a pineapple rum butter sauce served with risotto & mixed vegetables
Cioppino$22.00
clams, mussels, shrimp, salmon, white fish, scallops, & calamari in a tomato white wine garlic broth served with grilled crostini
Seafood Risotto$22.00
clams, mussels, shrimp, salmon, white fish, scallops & calamari with marinated tomatoes & parsley
Sole Piccata$20.00
white fish sauteed in a caper-lemon butter wine sauce served with mashed potatoes & mixed vegetables
Chicken Marsala$18.00
sautéed mushrooms in a marsala cream sauce served with mashed potatoes & mixed vegetables
Chicken Madeira$18.00
sautéed mushrooms in a madeira wine sauce served with roasted potatoes & mixed vegetables
Chicken Piccata$18.00
caper-lemon butter wine sauce with mashed potatoes & mixed vegetables
Mario's Signature Grilled Ribeye (12 Oz)$28.00
with a chocolate chipotle port sauce with mashed potatoes & creamed spinach

What 38 people are saying

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.1Ambience
4.4Value

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LizC
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mario's ribeye was outstanding, and the pasta was delicious. Our waitress was friendly and efficient. Highly recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a wonderful experience for our out of state friends. They loved the foods, the staff, the ambience, the decor, and the vibe! They couldn’t stop talking about it. We took our friends here to reunite after 6 years. This is the it spot. Everyone should try it. You will not be disappointed and will come back time and again as we do! Thank you to chef Mario, Allegra, and his exceptional staff! 👍👍👍
JY
JennyYM
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
The fried calamari appetizer was perfect. I didn't love my steak salad - meat a little tough - but the pizza and fish dishes had by my companions were delish.
S
Steve69
Los Angeles
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
A very nice spot to get tasty food. The portions are more than ample allowing one to have take home for another meal. The back patio is the place to be day or night. The service was really friendly and helpful.. Will definitely come back and refer others.
H
Harold
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, great food. The back patio is really cute and comfortable. Will be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a hidden gem!! Had I not seen it on Yelp, I would not have guessed they had the cutest patio out back. Pasta made fresh in house. Even the simplest dish was fantastic.
T
Tasty
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Really good food, small and friendly. Loved the patio.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall1food1service2ambience1
Very disappointing food. Pasta was not housemade. Sauces were poorly flavored (tasted microwaved). Felt like large portions used to compensate. Honestly we make a decent bowl of pasta that is ten times better than this any night of the week. Nothing about atmosphere or decor made you feel you were eating in anything but someone’s make shift back yard turned into a temporary restaurant. Can only think the quality of OpenTable consumers has diluted to a mass point that the reviews are meaningkess. How this got 4.5 stars no idea. We were close by and needed somewhere to eat. Thought we’d try something new but $100 later, wish we’d just grabbed fast food even.
C
Cait
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food was tasty, outdoor patio was relatively quiet, even with a lot of people, and it's well shaded. Parking was easy to come by on the next street.
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lulu
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Beautiful patio with umbrellas hanging in the courtyard Highly recommend the pasta. Very attentive servers who were friendly.
SS
ShariS
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My new favorite gem in Culver City. Upon entering the restaurant, it seems modest, unassuming. As I enter to the back patio, I feel like I am in a friend's backyard. But the longer I sit, the more comfortable and homey it feels, like I could just let go of time and remain. Then there's the service. Everyone is chill, nice, accommodating, friendly. They go out of their way. They bring us our food, and it's outstanding. I love the sole piccata and my husband loves the cioppino. Seriously delicious! Always cooked to perfection, and we are picky. The prices are great, and so is dessert!
BR
BortR
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, with a large and varied menu.
RM
RickiM
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first visit. We were very happy to find this new favorite.
NC
NyCa
New York Area
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
We had an excellent meal. There was great care given in the food presentation and preparation. The food was satisfying and inventive. This cafe looks more like a coffee and cake place to drop in to. We'd urge you to try it for a more serious meal.
RP
RPLLuv
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Great experience! Went with friends and enjoyed a three course meal.
TB
TechBro
New York Area
37 reviews
vip
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Had dinner with a friend. Since it was Dine LA week, we had price fixe meals. Solid fare and excellent service by the proprietor.
NP
NicoleP
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff were friendly and inviting. It’s a very family friendly space. The back patio was a nice area to dine in. The food was amazing and exceeded expectations. We enjoyed everything on their DineLA menu! I will definitely return and try more on their menu!
CS
ChristyS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely experience dining in the outdoor patio. Great food. And lovely service. Will go back again soon.
B
Barb
Los Angeles
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
a perfect spot for breakfast...food was delicious and the back patio is utterly charming with the umbrellas!! can't wait to try it out for lunch!!
j
julio93
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Small venue with indoor and outdoor dining areas. Food is great and service was excellent!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went here for a birthday dinner! I didn’t realize they were keeping the place open for us until we left!! They were super nice and accommodating!! The food was also amazing!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ordered the Capaccio and the Doug’s special - both incredible! Highly recommend!
ML
MarianL
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was prepared fresh and the portion size is big for the price. The sweet potato fries were perfectly cooked. The risotto chiopino was flavorful with abundant seafood. The kale salmon salad was excellent. Great service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Mexico City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Deliciosa pasta y comida! Increíble sabor
RM
RachelM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
Staff was really great and patient with our rowdy group. They pulled a heater over for us that was fantastic, the food came out quickly, and I was able to pay on my iphone.
BF
BeachFoodie
Los Angeles
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
great food. nice patio in the back with an interesting roof full of reverse umberella
CT
CaryT
Orange County
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience3
The lunch and the service was very good. I had the pasta with eggplant, chicken and smoked mozzarella. The bread was warm and the butter was soft...it's a minor thing, but many restaurants can't figure that out.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This new restaurant is in walking distance from our for lunch and dined at the back patio area since the weather was perfect. The food was outstanding. The margherita pizza was made fresh (took 20 minutes but worth it) and was probably one of the best we have had in LA. The strawberry lemonade was delicious as was the calamari and caprese salad. The service was top-notch. Would highly recommend Allegra California Cafe. Hopefully they will get their beer/wine license soon.
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Darstcoach
Los Angeles
141 reviews
vip
4.0
141 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience3
This is a delightful yet casual new restaurant. We were greeted by the owner, Allegra, who was welcoming and helpful. The food was very good. I really enjoyed my Chicken Piccata. The service was great and the prices are very reasonable. This is the perfect neighborhood place to come when you don’t want to dress up but you want good Italian food. It is simply decorated and casual, no tablecloths. And, I don’t believe that they have a liquor license yet.
JH
JanineH
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved this charming place! Went for dinner and can’t wAto go fro breakfast!
RA
RobinA
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience3
The food was excellent. Great cioppino, seafood pasta. The staff was very attentive. There was not much ambiance, but good for family meal.
PK
PiroskaK
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was looking for affordable Valentine's Dinner. (I don't live this area-TO). Came across "Allegra". It was a great choice! Food was excellent, service is great. I am going back. Thank you!!! (For some reasons I can't upload photos.)
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience3
The food was beautifully displayed and tasted good. It was quiet which was nice but the atmosphere wasn’t the best.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great everything was season to perfection customers service was awesome i will definitely be going again .
DW
DonW
Los Angeles
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
An extensive menu, tasty food and very good service. We will return.
JP
JanetP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience3
We both had the pasta (Sapori and the Ravioli di casa) and if we thought we could get away with it we would have literally licked our plates clean. WOW! Both were spectacular!
LN
LaurettaN
Los Angeles
29 reviews
3.0
29 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience3
Great service and good value. Menu has a large selection.
L
Lilnus
Los Angeles
66 reviews
vip
5.0
66 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience4
Definitely a local restaurant we would order out or dine in. We had the Cioppino and Risotto. Very delicious with just the right amount of food. We celebrated our 20th anniversary and they honored us with a very delicious Pumpkin Cheesecake that was Creme Brulee'd on top. They didn't have their liquor license, but we ordered the Lavazzo Coffee...very good too! The party next to us ordered a pizza and it looked very good too..very large! Everyone was very friendly including the chef's and other workers! Definitely will go back again!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Allegra California Cafe using the Order Online button. Allegra California Cafe also offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Allegra California Cafe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (424) 500-2700.

Allegra California Cafe is rated 4.3 stars by 38 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 8, 2022

9:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(424) 500-2700

Other options

Order online

4437 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Braddock
Neighborhood
Culver City
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 7:00 am–8:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Californian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Temporary 2 hours free parking at the meters on Sepulveda north and south of Braddock
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic, Women
Executive chef
Mario Perez
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.allegracaliforniacafe.com/
Phone number
(424) 500-2700
Private party facilities
Our heated back patio with a beautiful umbrella sky is available for private parties. Please email us at allegracaliforniacafe@gmail.com to discuss your next event.

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Allegra California Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Dining areas

Additional information

Women-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in Los Angeles

Appetizers

Calamari$14.00

Bruschetta$11.00

Stuffed Mushrooms$12.00

Caprese Salad$12.00

Burrata$15.00

Mac N' Cheese$14.00

House-Made Herb Focaccia Bread$9.00

Soup of the Day$5.00

Sweet Potato Fries$8.00

Garlic Parmesan French Fries$8.00

Salads

House Salad$11.00

Caesar$12.00

Italian Chopped$15.00

Culver West$15.00

Chinese Chicken Salad$15.00

Santa Fe$16.00

Grilled Salmon Salad$18.00

Grilled Steak Salad$18.00

Panini

Genoa$14.00

Firenze$14.00

Roma$14.00

Venezia$14.00

Uffizzi$14.00

La Mexicana$14.00

Burgers

Americana$14.00

Italian Burger$16.00

Shrimp Burger$16.00

Garden Burger$13.00

Pizza

Cheese$15.00

Pepperoni$16.00

Margherita$15.00

Vegan$16.00

Greek$16.00

Polio Verde$17.00

Pear & Gorgonzola$17.00

Pasta

Capellini Pomodoro$14.00

Penne al Diavolo$14.00

Primavera Spaghetti$15.00

Spaghetti Tacchino$16.00

Linguine al Salmone$18.00

Spaghetti Scampi$18.00

Sapori (Doug's Favorite)$17.00

Fettucine Alfredo$14.00

Penne alla Genovese$14.00

Fettucine del Mare$18.00

Linguine Vongolette$18.00

Rigatoni Allegra$17.00

Gnocchi$16.00

House-Made Ravioli$18.00

From the Grill / Entrees

Salmon Aquapazza$21.00

Grilled Mahi-Mahi$21.00

Cioppino$22.00

Seafood Risotto$22.00

Sole Piccata$20.00

Chicken Marsala$18.00

Chicken Madeira$18.00

Chicken Piccata$18.00

Mario's Signature Grilled Ribeye (12 Oz)$28.00

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