We visited for a friends birthday and had a lovely time. The atmosphere was fantastic on the inside and outside on the patio (which had heaters turned on for the cold.) There were so many items that could be veganized so it was hard to choose what to order. In the end, I decided on beet hummus for a starter and pesto rigatoni for my main. There is valet for parking or residential street parking nearby. I highly recommend coming for a special occasion dinner.

Wow! For her birthday, our daughter selected this restaurant for a family meal. The hospitality, service, and ambiance of this venue and its staff exceeded our expectations. First, let’s discuss parking. Parking is a major concern before going to classy restaurants in Los Angeles County, a fact known to many long-term residents. Casalena is no exception. We suggest valet parking at 8; the valet staff was quick, fantastic and professional. Avoid street parking after 5PM Friday and Saturday; it’s unlikely you’ll find a space. This LA area is mostly residential. Arriving 15 minutes early for your reservation ensures indoor or outdoor seating options before 6PM. Two fully stocked bars, indoors and out, are available. If your table isn’t ready in 30 minutes, we suggest enjoying a pre-dinner cocktail at the outside bar. Our hostess, Lauren, seated us outside to begin our meal. Tim, our table server, and Tyler, our restaurant manager, greeted us at our outdoor patio table before dinner was served. By 6PM, the restaurant had a lively, elegant atmosphere. Our waiter, noting that we were a party of four, suggested we order numerous dishes to share family-style, mirroring Italian custom. Here’s what we ordered for appetizers (Spicy Bluefin Tuna Crispy Rice (avocado, chives, ponzu, truffle aioli), Grilled Caesar (grilled chicken, charred little gems, parmesan, lemon breadcrumbs). Our main courses were (Vodka Lumaconi (spicy vodka sauce, ricotta), pesto spice, Sweet Corn Agnolotti (roasted corn, brown butter, pepitas, cilantro), Chilean Seabass (miso glazed sea bass, chanterelle mushroom truffle risotto, chives), Chicken Piccata (white wine, capers, lemon, parsley, whipped potatoes), Lasagna De La Casa (tomato sauce, wild mushrooms, bechamel, shaved parmesan, crispy parsely). We paid a 30 corkage fee to enjoy our own bottle of 2021 Barton Moondance red wine. Then, during the main course, we decided to purchase another bottle of red wine (2019 La Poderina Brunello Di Montalcino, Italy) from their extensive wine bottle menu. Our dessert spread featured a slice of birthday cake for our daughter, Tiramisu (rum espresso, marscarpone, savoiardi cookies), Limoncello Slice (lemon soaked sponge cake, mascarpone mousse, meyer lemon curd, oat strussel), cappuccino, and espresso martini made with tequila rather than vodka. The food, drinks, and venue were so amazing that night, we were completely satisfied. Thank you for a wonderful birthday experience team!

Just had an unforgettable dinner at Casalena in Woodland Hills, and I’m still dreaming about it! From the moment we arrived, the ambiance transported us to a chic Mediterranean escape. The food? Absolutely divine. The cocktails were equally impressive. Service was top-notch. If you're looking for a spot that combines exquisite cuisine with a stunning atmosphere, Casalena is a must-visit. Can't wait to return for brunch and explore more of their menu! #Casalena #WoodlandHillsDining #MediterraneanCuisine #LAeats #FoodieFavorites

Sat outside for dinner and we all had the most amazing experience and selection of food. Have to come back to try everything else. Tasty appetisers and clever salads. Quality Mains and delicious desserts.

Not sure how this place is rated 4.2 My wife and I went on a rare date night and right away she was blown away by the beauty of the place, definitely west Hollywood style, surprised to find such a stylish place in the valley. The service was great, drinks were great, food was great, especially the Chilean sea bass with risotto. Highly recommended, just make sure to make reservations. Btw valet only 8...half what we usually pay in Hollywood.

I had a wonderful experience at Casalena this Valentine's Day with a few couples. The atmosphere was romantic and intimate, perfect for the occasion. The staff was attentive and friendly, ensuring we had everything we needed throughout the evening. The food was exceptional — every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. From appetizers to desserts, each bite was a delight. It was the perfect setting for a memorable evening with great friends. Highly recommend for a special night out!

My friends and I came here last night to celebrate one of their birthdays. I made reservations ahead of time on OpenTable. I been to this location before when it was the Villa but now it's a whole new restrauant and I heard good things about it. You can do their valet parking or looking for street parking on Ventura or around the area. We parked on Costanso street for our dinner reservation so just be aware that the street is very dark and the sidewalks has a lot of bumps. It's not that safe for ladies walking alone or just in general. When we arrived to the restrauant, we got seated immediately in their garden area. There heaters on the top and also some tarp to provide shade or cover. It is kind of tight inside so be aware that the other table is right next to you. We started off with the spicy soppressata pizza and it was delicious. For our entree, we did the dinner special which was the 10oz filet mignon and be aware that you can't change the side. So we had to get a side of truffle fries and regular fries. The birthday boy got the 16oz prime rib eye and got whipped potatoes for his side. Our food didn't take that much time to come out. The presentation was spot on and our food looked delicious. My friend really liked his prime rib eye. I got my filet mignon medium rare and asked for the sauce to be on the side which cause my steak to be a little dry in certain area. It was still good though and I thought the mashed potatoes that came with it was okay. I like my regular fries better and my friends enjoyed the truffle fries along with their steak. They do not give complimentary birthday dessert here or they didn't give us one. If you get their seafood options, you get less portions so just look at the pictures beforehand. Overall this is a nice place especially if you sit in the garden area because it's set up to look romantic. The service we received was great and all of the staff were wonderful. The bathroom here for men is also just a single room that is shared for men, family, all gender and handicap.

Out here for lunch and had some of the best salads. We ordered a Falafel Bowl, Grilled Ceaser with Chicken, Poke Bowl with Tuna and a Stracciatella to share. The taste and the presentation was super. Sydney was serving us and was super friendly. High on the recommendation list.