Business Details
Authentic Italian Restaurant Serving Fresh Pizzas & Pastas in Cabazon, CA
LA Italian Kitchen is a family-owned restaurant rooted in generations of Italian culinary tradition. Our founders, the De Santis family, began their journey in the 1950s with an Italian grocery market in Los Angeles, evolving into a beloved pizza stand and eventually a full-service restaurant. Every dish we serve draws from time-honored recipes passed down through our family, blending fresh, locally sourced ingredients with techniques perfected over decades. From handcrafted pizzas to house-made pasta and signature breadsticks, our menu reflects our commitment to quality and authenticity.With multiple locations across California, we bring the warmth of Italian hospitality to every community we serve. Our dedication to using garden-fresh produce and traditional preparation methods ensures every meal honors our heritage. Whether you're enjoying a classic spaghetti marinara or a custom-built gourmet pizza, our goal remains unchanged: to serve food that makes Nonna proud. This philosophy has guided us from our humble beginnings to becoming a trusted name in Italian cuisine.
Services
Pizza
Pasta
Salads
Strombolis
Catering
Highlights and features
- We use generations-old family recipes perfected over decades.
- Our ingredients are sourced locally from garden-fresh produce.
- We offer handcrafted pizzas with customizable gourmet toppings.
- Our menu features house-made pasta and signature breadsticks daily.
- We operate multiple convenient locations across California.
Services
Pizza
Our pizzas feature hand-tossed dough, house-made sauce, and premium toppings. Choose from classic combinations like pepperoni and sausage or create your own gourmet pie. Every pizza uses fresh ingredients and traditional preparation methods perfected over generations.
Pasta
House-made pasta dishes include spaghetti marinara, baked ziti, and lasagna. Each entre combines imported cheeses, house-made sauces, and fresh ingredients. Add side dishes like garden salad or roasted garlic potatoes for a complete meal.
Salads
Freshly prepared salads feature crisp greens, locally sourced vegetables, and house-made dressings. Options include Caesar salad, pasta salad, and custom combinations. Served as sides or standalone light meals.
Strombolis
Handheld strombolis and calzones contain generous fillings like pepperoni, sausage, and melted cheeses. Baked to perfection and served with marinara sauce. Available in meatball, chicken & broccoli, and spinach & cheese varieties.
Catering
Catering services provide Italian favorites for parties and events. Menu options include pizza, pasta, and antipasto platters. Customizable portions and delivery available for gatherings of all sizes.
Questions
What makes L.A. Italian Kitchen's pizza unique?
Our pizza uses hand-tossed dough and house-made sauce daily, with premium toppings and traditional Italian recipes passed down through generations.
Do you offer gluten-free options?
We currently do not list gluten-free options on our menu but recommend speaking with staff about dietary accommodations at select locations.
Are catering services available for events?
Yes, we offer catering with customizable menus featuring pizza, pasta, and antipasto platters for events of all sizes.
What locations serve spinach & cheese calzone?
Spinach & cheese calzone is unavailable at the Morongo location but available at other L.A. Italian Kitchen restaurants.
How are ingredients sourced for your dishes?
We use locally grown, garden-fresh produce and traditional Italian ingredients to ensure quality and authenticity in every meal.
What side dishes pair well with pasta entrees?
Recommended sides include garden salad, Caesar salad, pasta salad, or roasted garlic potatoes to complement our pasta dishes.
