Southern California gives Italian food lovers plenty of opportunities to develop very strong opinions about where dinner should happen. With 12 standout restaurants ahead, your biggest problem will not be finding incredible Italian food. The menu leans into Italian and Mediterranean cooking, with a clear emphasis on locally sourced seafood and seasonal ingredients. The combination of an intimate atmosphere, serious pasta-making, and a lively yet comfortable energy makes Felix one of the more compelling Italian dining experiences in Southern California. The pasta menu is a reliable highlight, featuring dishes like tagliatelle alla bolognese, pappardelle montanara, gnocchi positano, and rigatoni piccanti.