LAist: Osteria Mozza: Still a Big Deal

albs

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:07:53 -0800

About three weeks ago, I called on a Friday and got a table for 2 the next day at 7:00 PM with no trouble. Risky, but yay for cancellations! We also got the Grilled Beef Tagliata and Beef Brasato, absolutely excellent choices! The starter and pasta we had -- Afetati Misti and Tagliatelle with Oxtail Ragu -- were delicious too.

samkim

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 22:37:42 -0800

what i usually do is say that I see on open table that they have open reservations at this time but i wanted to call in person (if they have it). i've always gotten 7:30-8:30. if you're only going solo or with one other person, show up unannounced. It never takes too long (even at mozza, unless its prime time friday/saturday night). if its a special occasion and you want reservations, let them know right away. they are usually more open to giving better times. usually 30mins/1hr later than what they would normally suggest. and also being polite really helps. lots of thank yous, and proper language (yes instead of yeah..etc)

benh57

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 23:13:32 -0800

The 5:30 / 9:45 thing is a scam and a lie. Restaurants give you these times when you call for a reservation because those are the dead times. The best way is to just show up at 7:30. Even if they told you on the phone they were full then, they really aren't. I know I read an article talking about this recently.. but i can't find it now.

Elise Thompson

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 17:02:21 -0800

I LOVE the fish with a finger in its mouth. That may be my favorite foodie photo ever.

Carrie Meathrell

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 16:42:06 -0800

OK LAist readers, who wants to take me here for my birthday (it's in two months, you have time to save). Yes I will finally be eighteen!!!!LOL!!!!!!!!!! p.s. Zach why haven't you told me about dropping by the pizzeria bar, hello!!!

Zach Behrens

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 16:35:24 -0800

I haven't tried Osteria yet, but I have always been able to swing by the pizzeria and sit at the bar on the right wall (like I did last night for a to go pizza). Sean (the guy with glasses) is a great bartender and I recommend the long broccoli pizza.