Alza Osteria

The food is outstanding! Their lasagna is exactly what the doctor ordered when I'm craving cheese and sauce. The chicken piccata is also delicious. Service couldn't be better!!! Everyone I've encountered is friendly and helpful. Even when I'm ordering takeout -- everyone is so helpful. The ambiance is comfortable. It can get loud on busy nights, particularly if there is a large group.

This was our first visit. We walked in without a reservation and were told there would be a 30-45 minute wait. Our server, Bianca, was very polite and recommended some pizza and pasta options. Since my parents love seafood, we ordered calamari as an appetizer, along with a Caesar salad, shrimp fra diavolo pasta, creamy arrabbiata pasta, and the seafood pizza.The calamari came with a red sauce and was very crispy--we really enjoyed it. The Caesar salad was good but nothing extraordinary. I recommend not ordering a separate salad if you get pasta, as the pasta dishes already come with a free side of salad or soup. Since we had already ordered the salad, we opted for the soup, which came with an additional $3 charge. We didn't mind the extra cost, and the soup was great, but next time, I'd choose the free salad on the side instead of ordering another one separately.The shrimp fra diavolo was my favorite dish, as I love spicy food. It wasn't too spicy but had a nice kick. I love pasta, but sometimes the cream or cheese can be overwhelming. However, this dish had a perfect balance of cheesiness with a hint of spice.The creamy arrabbiata was also great. We ordered it with chicken, and while I sometimes find chicken in pasta dishes to be tough, the chicken here was tender and flavorful. However, the pasta itself wasn't particularly special, so I'd like to try a different one next time.The seafood pizza was very cheesy and had a variety of seafood toppings. I've never seen seafood pizza on a menu before, and since I'm not a huge seafood fan, I wasn't sure if I would like it. However, I ordered it because my parents love seafood, and to my surprise, it was actually pretty good.The only downside was that once we placed our orders, the main dishes took a while to come out. We waited about 30-45 minutes, but I believe that's because they cook everything from scratch. Despite the wait, I'll definitely be returning!

Fantastic!Easy parking, Straight forward menu, good prices. Good wine selectionSuper delicious lasagna. Couldn't finish itVery capable and pleasant server. A++ I'll be back soon

Please be careful with the food they are serving.I just picked up the food and breads that is coming with the pasta has mold and it's really hard when you touch it like a rock. This is definitely from the past days and when I called in the lady is busy making excuses instead of admit and apologizing. I didn't call to ask for a refund over 3 pieces of complimentary bread but they should not be handling this way. I am working in the food industry so I take this really seriously and they should do the same!!! Will never be back

This is a charming mom-and-pop-style restaurant, perfect for a romantic dinner in the Brea area. They offer both lunch and dinner menus. I ordered the fresh clam linguine with white wine from the dinner menu. While I expected it to be saltier, the dish leaned more toward a sour flavor. Next time, I might try pairing it with red wine instead, as the white wine didn't quite complement the linguine for me. This dish was priced at around $28. My partner ordered the shrimp and scallop pasta, which he found to be overly salty and heavy with the cream sauce. The service, however, was outstanding--the server checked on us frequently to ensure everything was okay. Personally, I loved the calamari and the minestrone soup that came with my pasta. The soup was incredibly flavorful, with a noticeable herbal mint taste that I really enjoyed. Their complimentary bread and garlic-infused spread were also delightful--a perfect start to the meal!

Alza Osteria is decent food and good ambiance. Its portions are generous as gentle music echoes.I arrived on a weekday (11:30AM). Alza Osteria had a couple groups dining. My family and I were immediately seated.We ordered a couple dishes, but I will focus on the Shrimp and Scallops Pasta with Parma Rosa Sauce ($25.50) and Calamari ($16.00). I was also asked to choose between soup or salad for my dish, and I was charged ($3.00 extra).The meal includes bread and herb butter. The bread was hot and crunchy. The soup of the day (potato leek soup) is warm, mushy, and peppery. I waited 23 minutes for the main entrees. The calamari was exemplary. The thick calamari were lightly breaded and generously portioned. The dish is salty, but it's satisfying. The Shrimp and Scallops Pasta with Parma Rosa sauce tasted bright and zesty. It's a memorable sour, cheesy flavor. It's an acquired taste. The pasta is filled with fresh shrimps and mini scallops. Service is friendly and helpful. Alza Osteria is clean and welcoming.Overall, it's an adequate experience.

Always love it when I am able to enjoy a gem. We were short on time before an appointment and hadn't eaten yet. What a pleasant surprise to walk in and find great tasting Italian cuisine. Both of our dishes were flavorful, served quickly, and reasonably priced. We hope to visit again soon and spend a little more time as we were treated really well.

Alza Osteria was an amazing find... they have a wonderful new youthful take on Italian food in a way that takes me back to a trip I had last year.The vibe of the place is very relaxed with a very date night vibe. The seating is very open and you have a big window so it feels more open. Lighting is simple and overall I'll definitely be bringing my girlfriend for date night.The service was fantastic Eric was our host and he was great. He was also managing a larger party and always made sure to check on us. He recommended great appetizers so if you have him as your host, ask him. Where do I start with the food... both soups were friggin delicious even the corn chowder which I was iffy about. The Stromboli... took my heart... I've been looking for a good Stromboli and this is my go to spot from here on out. I got the pescatore... with garlic cream sauce and it was really delicious. On of the seafood was overcooked and the flavors were on point. A friend of mine got the wedge and absolutely loved it. We tried the calamari and the meatballs and I liked the calamari more, the meatball sauce was great but the meatballs were missing some of that hearty savory flavors. The garlic bread and house salad with the house dressing was also the way to go. Some of my friends had some of the other dishes I got pictures of and all I can say is not one of us was disappointed. Like I said I'll definitely be taking my partner there for dinner one night and since it's on my way home from school I'm pretty sure I'll be stopping by on my way home.

Ordered chicken fettuccine alfredo to-go. It cost $24. I was given such a tiny portion. It didn't even fill up half the container. I can't even imagine what the lunch portion looks like! 100% not worth the cost. Picture for reference.

The restaurant was clean and inviting, but I think they have an issue finding servers as the service was slow even though they only had 4 or 5 tables. They did get busier with people waiting 5-10 minutes just to get seated. The food was just okay. I have a sea food pasta dish had way too mush lemon; it overpowered the dish. My wife had a different pasta dish and said it was too salty. I don't think we will be back.