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Antonello Ristorante

Restaurants, Italian near Newport Beach, CA | Last updated: Mar 14, 2024

Avg 4.3* in total 788 reviews.

Claimed  -  $$$ -  Italian, Desserts, Wine Bars

Phone: (714) 751-7153

About the Business

Specialties

In Bistagno, a little town deep in Italy's wine region, owner and chef Antonio Cagnolo was born and raised on a small town farm and mill. "Everything was fresh. The vegetables were from our garden, the eggs from our chickens, and my father hunted and fished. We had fresh truffles and porcini mushrooms. I even stomped the grapes to make the wine!" Since his humble beginnings in Italy, Antonio Cagnolo has emerged as a dynamic force in the field of dining.  He has earned national acclaim for the award-winning Italian cuisine served at his venerable Antonello Ristorante and has been the recipient of the prestigious Circle of Fame Awards, Golden Scepter Award and was named "Restaurateur of the Year" by the Southern California Restaurant Writers.

History

Established in 1979.

Started in 1979 by Antonio Cagnolo always a dream of his to have his own ristorante.

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

Antonio C.

Business Owner

In Bistagno, a little town deep in Italy's wine region, owner and chef Antonio Cagnolo was born and raised on a small town farm and mill. "Everything was fresh. The vegetables were from our garden, the eggs from our chickens, and my father hunted and fished. We had fresh truffles and porcini mushrooms. I even stomped the grapes to make the wine!" Since his humble beginnings in Italy, Antonio Cagnolo has emerged as a dynamic force in the field of dining.  He has earned national acclaim for the award-winning Italian cuisine served at his venerable Antonello Ristorante and has been the recipient of the prestigious Circle of Fame Awards, Golden Scepter Award and was named "Restaurateur of the Year" by the Southern California Restaurant Writers.

Get Directions:

3800 S Plaza Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92704

Hours:
Mon Closed  
Tue 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM Closed now
Wed 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM  
Thu 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM  
Fri 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM  
Sat 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM  
Sun Closed  


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