Nikki C's Restaurant & Bar

This place gave me the feel of Del Rae in Pico Rivera. Love the atmosphere, service was excellent. No hovering over my table. Food was delicious. Fell in love with the cheesecake dessert! I will definitely return when I am back in the area. It has an old time feel that you have to experience.

Pretty good food. Pretty good service. Can’t say I had the best Italian meal or service here, but there were definitely some highlights that will have me coming back.

For one, wine Wednesday! Half off up to $40 bottles and $20 off anything more than $40. They had a wine from prisoner under $40 which was really nice for under $20. Jordan would be a great deal for under $80 next time. The other drinks were pretty good, meaning strong and not outrageously priced. I suggest the Dirty Nina and my GF the Petite Poire.

Food wise, I tried the Ciopinno Pasadena which has a lighter broth than I’m used to, but very good. Price was reasonable, but didn’t have crab so there is the trade off. Other seafood was fresh and nicely prepared I asked for spicy, which they accommodated as well. GF enjoyed the lasagna and rest of the group seemed to enjoy the other dishes, like calamari, shrimp martini, burrata and pasta.

Service was pleasant. Had a small issue when I asked for bread, but not major. This place is old school and clearly has a process :)

We had a wonderful experience here. It was our first time here and we found the food and service excellent. We're already planning our next visit.

Excellent pizza! So sorry I waited so long to try this restaurant. Great value, and a diverse menu. The antipasto salad was perfect, with a very nice dressing. The pizza crust was tasty, the toppings were terrific. Awesome!

Everything was great except the pasta was a little bland and and there wasn't much flavor. It was like watered down Alfredo sauce. I have been coming here for years and will continue to do that but the new chef needs to kick it up a notch. Please don't let this review detour you from going to this place because they are very good and the atmosphere and service is always excellent. Just needed to make that point. Would have gave it. 4.5 stars!