Maccheroni Republic

I didn’t want to be generic and order what everybody else did. However, I did. Hahaha. I ordered Bianchi and Neri, and it was delicious! No wonder it is a popular dish. Pasta is cooked just right. Not too thin or thick. Sauce is creamy. Delicious. I added cheese on top, but I probably didn’t need it. I also had mascarpone flan. Delicious! There was a hint of floral scent. I don’t know where it was from, but it was really nice overall. Both pretty good size portion.

The pasta was well made with great texture. I enjoyed the meatballs but wish they had been a tad bit larger with a bit more spice. Overall, a very good meal.

Met Niko, he was the nicest most caring guy. The food is absolutely amazing, the prices are great, the service is perfect. My second time here and I’ll definitely be making the drive from Oceanside up to LA for this place again. -Kevin and Rose

A lively Italian spot in DTLA. Validated parking at the back is available. The staff are very friendly and they tried to be as helpful as possible, which was very nice. I enjoy the bone marrow, the salad and the risotto the most. The pastas were delicious too but a tiny too salty for me. The have indoor and outdoor seatings with strip lights, which make the vibe so appealing. Would be great for a date night :)

I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch at the Maccheroni Republic. I appreciate all of the trees and greenery within the concrete jungle of downtown LA. I ate the delicious salmon spaghetti with lemon and capers. The service was quick and I witnessed many tasty dishes being served to tables of locals and tourists. There are salad options and a bevy of pasta dishes, but not much protein on the menu. I look forward to returning to this very authentic restaurant.

Pastas on point! No reservations unfortunately so recommend going on an “off time” such as a weekday evening. We went on a Monday and didn’t have to wait. They have wines and cocktails available but you can bring your own wine for a $30 corkage fee. The pastas are the highlight here so definitely recommend if you’re looking for a good plate of pasta. For appetizers, we really enjoyed the Grilled Calamari. We went with the Spaghetti and Meatballs and the Bianchi and Nero pasta, which is their signature dish. Very decadent and cooked expertly! For dessert we got the Ricotta Cheesecake and was smooth and not too sweet! Service was attentive and the ambiance was intimate and great for a date or a small group.

The italian food here is absolutely phenomenal! I had the Gnocchi with bolognes sauce and it was completely out of this world! They offered to add parmesean to the dish and I wish I could have added more to compliment the dish. Once the meal was done we had dessert, a slice of chocolate cake that had a texture very similar to a light angel cake. Additionally we also had the flan, incredibly custardy with that caramel top. The only thing that would make this place better is the ability to take reservations so avoid the wait outside.

I picked this restaurant for our group before the Pink Marrini concert tonight. Didn't know them before hands, just googled and couldn't wait to experience... Cocktails: very creative with different mixes and very good. We had Passione and Watermelon Ciao. Very refreshing for a warm summer night. Food: 1. Calamari In Zimino: so delicious, smoky and so tender, melting in your mouth. Love the way they cook the Swiss chard. The whole dish has so much flavors but not overwhelming and tastes umami. 2. Cesare salad: very different than a conventional Caesar salad, well balanced of acidity and fat, great flavors and refreshing. Liked the very crunchy ciabatta crumbs, very nice touch and texture. 3. Bigoli Della Nonna: delicious, rich in flavors but not overwhelming. Liked the texture of little meat chunks in stead of traditional ground beef. Can't beat the homemade Venetian Spaghetti. 4. Bianchi & Neri: I asked for Bianchi pasta only. The dish was very good but not a WOW factor as reviews said. I could add some fermented black garlic bits or thin garlic slices. Pancetta bits could be abit bigger to be noticeable in appearance and bites. 5. Frutti di Mare: I got a taste from my friend, thought it was my favorite. Well balanced of flavors and taste, seafood seemed very fresh, Pomodoro was bright but not acidic and had a natural tomato sweetness. 6. Lasagna: got a tiny bite from another friend, it was very delicious and got so much flavors. The service was very good. Staff picked up soiled plates tentatively, and food came out promptly. There is a parking structure right next to the restaurant, $22 for 1-10hrs but you get $6 off after validated by the restaurant. Or you can park a block away on Broadway for $10. Overall, we really enjoyed our dinner. Food is delicious overall. Pricing is very reasonable compared to everything is high everywhere now and also for homemade pastas, and in LA too... much appreciated for the experience .