C&O Restaurants

A quick and casual Italian spot in Marina del Rey that’s specializes in garlic knots, good service, and large portions. I will say that there are other Italian places on the west side with better flavors so the C&O edge is that they offer large portions that are great to share and also their service is really great. Inside is very large, it has multiple floors and many different seating options. There was also a large private event going on there so they offer private dining rooms for large groups as well. They have a parking lot but it is $10 which is basically valet. We were able to find a free street spot directly across the street, so there should be plenty of parking options. The menu is quite large and has a lot of great options on it and almost each dish has the option to make it a

This C&O used to be a 5 for us whenever we came. The one in Venice right near the beach went out of business. This one is still very good, but it is no longer fine dinning. We went and all the booths are gone and replaced with cheap tables and the most uncomfortable plastic chairs you will ever sit in. They have out door seating now taking up most of the parking lot and the heat lamps are ever so hot. Inside it is ever so cold. The food has gone downhill just a bit, but it is still very good. We went as a family so we ordered a lot of food. Their starter calamari is still great. Their linguini alfredo with shrimp is no longer great. They give the smallest amount of shrimp, we had 3 in ours and they were small. The steak (NY) was great and we were so happy with that. That is a great thin

C&O Cucina in Marina del Rey is a local staple that’s constantly buzzing. Most of the seating is outdoors, creating a lively, high-energy atmosphere that stays packed with people. The menu is massive, and they offer unlimited garlic knots for the table, which are a core part of the experience. However, despite the large portions, the food was a letdown. The chicken marsala pasta had little to no flavor, and the spaghetti and meatballs were dry and lacked enough sauce. The food seemed much more Americanized than Italian. It was a big disappointment since the online reviews are so overwhelmingly positive. While the portions are definitely generous, the actual quality and seasoning just weren't there. It’s frustrating when a place with such a great reputation didn't deliver on the plate, mak

This is hands down one of my favorite Italian restaurants! I’ve been a regular here for years, and no matter what you order, it’s always exceptional. From the fresh, crispy garlic knots to the perfectly cooked calamari — everything is delicious. My go-to dish (and one I always recommend) is the Penne Genovese — trust me, you’ll be satisfied! The service is always great and the staff stays on top of everything. The vibe depends on where you sit: indoors feels cozy and homey, while the outdoor area has a more modern and casual feel. Definitely a must-try spot!

Excellent experience. First time at C&O. The killer garlic rolls were killer! They were brought to the table every 5 minutes, fresh out of the oven. The fried calamari was okay (a little overcooked), but still good. The rigatoni sausage was slightly overcooked, but there was lots of sausage in the mix. The antipasto salad was excellent. Meal totaled to about $85 (before tip) — dinner for 4. We took home lots of leftovers! Delightful patio atmosphere with warm heaters all throughout. Service was excellent! Staff continually came to table throughout our meal. Would visit again!