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J. Trani's Ristorante

4.9 (945)
$31 to $50
Italian
584 W 9th St., San Pedro, CA 90731

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J. Trani's Ristorante

4.9
$31 to $50
Italian
San Pedro

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
On a typical Friday night at J. Trani's Ristorante, a visit to the dining room reveals a host of family and friends and the bar is bustling with a crowd that can only be described as enthusiastic.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Dustin Trani
  • Catering
    We have full catering and banquet facilities. We can accommodate up to 100 people in our banquet room or cater an off premise event at your favorite venue. We are also a preferred vendor for the USS Iowa docked here in San Pedro and can cater your event on this historic ship.<br /><br />Also see our catering menu online for large togo orders
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate private parties up to 20 people in a semi-private section in our main dining room.
  • Neighborhood
    San Pedro
  • Cross street
    Grand
  • Parking details
    There is free parking on the street 7 days a week. Additionally you may park in the Citi Bank Parking lot after 5:30pm on Monday through Friday, after 2:00pm Saturdays and anytime on Sundays.
  • Entertainment
    Ronnie Iacono & Chuck Alvarez (Classic Rock)Thursdays From 4:00pm - 6:00pmRandy Coleman (Acoustic Guitar & Vocals)Sunday and Tuesday From 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at J. Trani's Ristorante.

4.9

4.9
(945)
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Best Overall

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Best Food

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Best Service

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Best Ambiance

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Best Value

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Great for fine wines

  • Long Beach / Catalina

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
J. Trani's Ristorante delights with "fantastic and consistent" food and "exceptional" service, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Known for "the best calamari in town," the menu features fresh, authentic Italian dishes. The restaurant excels in celebrating special occasions, offering delightful touches like birthday cards. Ideal for both casual and special dinners.
945 Reviews
  1. Lisa Gold

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I continue to dine here frequently and every meal has always been fantastic.

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  2. Bob

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience at Trani's is always exceptional. Our waiter, Oscar, was attentive, but not intrusive. We ordered several appetizers instead of entries and split a salad. He delivered them in a particular order as requested and did it flawlessly. A great time was had by all as is usual at Trani's. That's why we have our special occasions there.

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  3. Joanne Gold

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived early and chose to have dinner instead of in the dining room.

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  4. Frank

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 22, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always fantastic and and the good thing is consistent. People are friendly. The food is good. The atmosphere is great. What else can you ask for?

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  5. Juliet Gold

    Columbus4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food. Building is truly amazing. Would visit here again.

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  6. Beverlee

    Utah3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 12, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Returned to my hometown for a cruise.San Pedro Class S1952! Walked into all my favorite delicious kitchen aromas from my youth. Service outstanding, Food and ambience 10++++

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  7. Deborah

    London15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely friendly staff, great food had the lasagna Good value for money and nice restaurant

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  8. Kathy

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Note to hostess: When a quiet table is requested, don’t seat the guests next to 5 women who are drinking.

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  9. Marty Gold

    Los Angeles67 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been going to J. Tranis’s since moving to SoCal in 1997. There has never been an occasion when they’ve not done an outstanding job on every aspect of their service and food. From the greetings at the hostess station to the bartender to the entire waitstaff. Everything was top notch. And since they curate their menu to suit the needs of their freshest ingredients you can always expect the best food.

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  10. nick

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always fantastic and authentic! The service is fast and friendly but will slow down if you request . Old school feeling with a wonderful atmosphere!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Dustin Trani
  • Catering
    We have full catering and banquet facilities. We can accommodate up to 100 people in our banquet room or cater an off premise event at your favorite venue. We are also a preferred vendor for the USS Iowa docked here in San Pedro and can cater your event on this historic ship.<br /><br />Also see our catering menu online for large togo orders
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate private parties up to 20 people in a semi-private section in our main dining room.
  • Neighborhood
    San Pedro
  • Cross street
    Grand
  • Parking details
    There is free parking on the street 7 days a week. Additionally you may park in the Citi Bank Parking lot after 5:30pm on Monday through Friday, after 2:00pm Saturdays and anytime on Sundays.
  • Entertainment
    Ronnie Iacono & Chuck Alvarez (Classic Rock)Thursdays From 4:00pm - 6:00pmRandy Coleman (Acoustic Guitar & Vocals)Sunday and Tuesday From 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

J. Trani’s fills up on busy nights, guests note lively, full dining rooms for Thursday (Thursday Night Football), Saturday evenings, and even busy Sunday nights, while arriving early or right at opening often finds the room much calmer before it quickly fills.

J. Trani’s feels like an old‑school, family‑run Italian spot, brick and wood, vintage photos and dim lighting give it a cozy, homey vibe, though it can be quite lively and noisy on busy nights.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, everyday attire is appropriate for dining at J. Trani’s.

For a lively night, aim for Friday evenings when the bar is often bustling; if you prefer a wine-focused, slightly calmer visit, Wednesday nights are noted for discounted bottles and a great wine night.

J. Trani’s has a classic dining room with both booths and table seating, plus a lively bar with stools and a waiting/lounge area, reviewers also note a pleasant inside-and-outside feel.

Yes, J. Trani’s is welcoming to families: reviewers describe dining with toddlers and children and praise attentive, accommodating service during family celebrations.

Wednesday is a great night to go, reviewers note Wednesdays are a standout night for wine, with discounted bottle options.

Portions at J. Trani's are generous, guests frequently describe large servings (often enough for leftovers) and dishes like the Caesar can easily satisfy two people.

Yes, J. Trani's is well suited to a date night, with dim, intimate lighting and multiple guests praising anniversary and special‑occasion visits.

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A photo of J. Trani's Ristorante restaurant

J. Trani's Ristorante

4.9
$31 to $50
Italian
San Pedro

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
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