Maria's Italian Kitchen

As my mom said, Maria’s is an extension of our kitchen, and in our kitchen, food and love are always the same thing. Come and experience first-hand the love that my mom set on the table each and every day, complete with wonderful flavors, textures and aromas. No matter what the occasion, we have real Italian food for every feeling.– Maddy Alfano. Maria’s Italian Kitchen is one of those grand American success stories. It all began in the Italian quarter of Hoboken, New Jersey, where Maria Aflano grew up learning recipes for the real Italian food of Naples from her mother, Luisa. This home-grown education in the fundamentals of Napolitano sauces, soups, dressings, lasagna and other regional fare was put to delicious use in 1968 when the Alfano’s and their five young children moved to Los Angeles and bought a tiny grocery store called “Village Mart” in prestigious Brentwood Village and converted the one car garage into the first Maria’s Italian Kitchen. Today this legacy lives on, as Madelyn, daughter of Maria, leads her staff’s shared vision of producing the best Italian food this side of Hoboken. The result of her dedication to real Italian cooking; an intimate, neighborhood dining environment and warm friendly service is an 8-location culinary gem in Los Angeles called Maria’s Italian Kitchen. What makes a kitchen a kitchen? Good recipes, great ingredients, and an outpouring feeling of love. At Maria’s, we have recipes that go way beyond food. Family recipes, recipes for success, and recipes for life. Table Talk is where you’ll find tried and true authentic recipes for some of the best Italian dishes straight from Maria’s and Maddy’s kitchen. It’s also where you can expect to find information on our quality, and often locally sourced ingredients. Our Table Talk section will also highlight our “recipes for success” such as ways we are giving back to our local communities and championing for growth and change to better ourselves and our neighborhoods.

Jasmine P
5 Star
I visited before the dinner rush and it was lovely. Comfortable atmosphere, the staff were kind, and the food was fantastic! I got the seasonal Braciole and Rosemary bread.
Wednesday 10th December 2025

Nancy K
5 Star
Ordered a variety of dishes for a group for takeout. I have done this a few times and food is always ready in time. Meat ravioli, eggplant parm, & grilled brussels sprouts are the best. I ordered a side of pesto sauce which was a big hit. They even offered to help take it out to my car. The way they packed it up, it was easy to carry it out to my car. This has become one of my regular places.
Wednesday 4th March 2026

Laura Rodriguez
5 Star
We love Italian Cuisine nd this place is close to where we live so it's a must on our birthdays!! Everything is always great!! 2day we celebrated my baby on his special day!!
Wednesday 19th November 2025

Eileen Shannon
4 Star
We really like Maria's Italian Kitchen and I think sitting outside was the reason for the slower service. And that's bc our regular waiter Alfredo wasn't there and he spoils us! A couple small issues with the sauces not being made the same as it was the last time we were there. And I was disappointed with the lasagna. We will return!! I highly recommend.
Monday 20th October 2025

M L
5 Star
Good food and atmosphere. Staff were very nice and attentive.
Wednesday 3rd September 2025