Osteria Orto - Agoura Hills

Awful service. We had to wait 45 minutes to be seated, despite having a reservation made two weeks in advance. It took nearly an hour for our food to arrive. They clearly overbooked their reservations, and their excuses were weak at best. "I’m sorry, but no one is leaving their table." I definitely recommend avoiding this place.

We had a wonderful experience dining here on a lovely October evening, and we couldn't resist sitting outside! I ordered the lamb ragu, while my partner had the penne arrabbiata. The bruschetta was also delicious!

We truly enjoy the food and the staff here. We've never had a bad meal, and we are usually very satisfied with the service. In the summer, we love the music and the outdoor atmosphere of the courtyard. So, why only 3 stars? During our most recent visit, a customer brought in a small non-service dog that was initially concealed in his jacket. This is a clear violation of health code regulations. You should know better than to allow this. The presence of that dog inside the restaurant spoiled what would have been a lovely evening.

Perhaps it was just a tough holiday evening? The service was incredibly slow and quite unfriendly. It's a shame because the restaurant itself is lovely, and the food was visually appealing, delicious, and each dish had its own unique flavor. I would be willing to give it another chance, hoping for a better experience and to avoid the surly server who made me feel unwelcome.

I celebrated my birthday here last September with a few girlfriends for lunch, and it was a fantastic experience! We brought our own bottle of wine, and there was no corkage fee, which was a nice touch. Our waitress suggested the burrata as an appetizer, and it was absolutely delicious—we weren't disappointed at all. For our main courses, we ordered fish, and it exceeded our expectations. To finish off the meal, we indulged in a cannoli for dessert, which was a must. The service was excellent while we sat outside; the weather was too beautiful to stay indoors! I had a wonderful birthday!