Mangia Mangia Restaurant

Prepare to wait around 20 to 25 minutes of wait if you are dining in on a Friday night. This restaurant is a local favorite in Huntington Beach. We didn't have any reservation so when we walked in around 6: 30 we just have to wait 25 minutes. The host and server were courteous and prompt. Food tasted okay. My husband liked the complimentary garlic bread. Spaghetti bolognese was good but the calamari fritti was a bit chewy. Overall it's a homey restaurant and our stomach were full of good food.

Went in today with my family to get a late lunch. The food is so good! I am vegan and I was able to eat with my mom vegan family. I asked for the bread without the garlic and butter and ordered the eggplant appetizer. For my main meal I got the gnocchi napoletana without cheese and add asparagus. The server was very tentative to our orders and super friendly. The food tasted fresh and made with love. Highly recommend coming here if you want authentic Italian food. We met the new owner as well as he came up and asked how we where doing. What a friendly and helpful man! I love it when an owner is involved in the business, it shows that they truly care about customer service and the customer experience.

Very good pasta with a friendly staff. The atmosphere was very warm and welcoming. If you want real garlic bread, this place makes it with real garlic so your breath will be kicking by the end of the night. Great local restaurant and would recommend this place.