IF YOU LIKE WOOD OVEN PIZZA.... THEN WALK IN WITH CONFIDENCE. This Review is based solely on my experience and personal opinion. I went to the DESANO pizzeria with my friends on a Thursday night, 11/18/21 and it was my first time. FOOD: We ordered one large DIAVOLA and one large VERDURA and in the end 6 CANNOLI. PIZZA DIAVOLA= very good pizza indeed! the right amount of topping, NOT greasy, NOT fatty, NOT oily, NOT soggy and the right amount of cheese. The wood Oven is what does the magic.... the crust is crunchy and toasty, the bottom is thin and well done. The fresh, simple, but very good ingredients are the secret of its amazingly balanced taste, that surprises even the most picky New York style pizza lover. The Sausage and the Peppers were tasty and tender, and the Bufala cheese would just melt in your mouth .......Wow! PIZZA VERDURA= few ingredients, as you can see in my photos, but an harmonious combination. cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, spinach and mushrooms..... couldn't be more simple. very good pizza indeed! the right amount of topping, NOT greasy, NOT fatty, NOT oily, NOT soggy and the right amount of cheese. The wood Oven is what does the magic.... the crust is crunchy and toasty, the bottom is thin and well done. The fresh, simple, but very good ingredients are the secret of its amazingly balanced taste, that surprises even the most picky New York style pizza lover. CANNOLI= they were good and flavorful but could have been better. They did not have the chocolate coating inside that prevents the Cannoli from becoming soggy and mushy. very good cannoli regardless. The Ricotta filling was good but too sweet and the Chocolate chips ones had WAY TOO MUCH chocolate chips...Nice Cannoli shell I have to say. . I enjoyed the overall look and flavor. DRINKS= they have a small vertical refrigerator with a selection of Italian style beverages, alcoholic and not. I did really enjoy picking my drink among all the flavors and types available. Sparkling water, Italian sodas and much more. They have beer, Italian wine and Italian Spumante. Amazing! Each of us picked a different drink and we enjoyed it! STUFF: Friendly, helpful, they greeted us at the entrance and when we left, and they said THANK YOU quite a few times. The young girl and the boy at the entrance guide you thru the Menu to help you make the right choice and the rest of the staff are nice and smiling. Soooo, very good customer experience. CLEANLINESS: Tables, floor, benches.... all clean. the buss boy kept cleaning in between servings and the other one was brushing the floor in the meantime. Pleasantly surprised to see such attention to details. the cleanliness of a restaurant is a key when it comes to a great customer experience. RESTROOMS: restrooms were nice and clean. Hand soap. paper towel, toilet paper and running water was available. PLACE: the restaurant has one massive room, industrial style and one small room. in the Large room you have many tables and benches to host a large number of customers (at least before COVID) and here you have the four wood ovens and the lab where they make the pizza dough. The place is minimally furnished but the look is still nice and neat. The small room, whit a pub-like look, is very minimalistic and sort of "naked" but I liked it too. This is a great place to have parties, reunions and gatherings with family and/or friends while enjoying a very good pizza. Both rooms have a TV set. PRICE: Within the average for a wood oven pizza. CONCLUSIONS: if you like thin crust pizza wood oven baked then you have to visit this place. recommended.

They make one of the best Margherita pizza! Have tried their pizza in Austin too. Same taste and crust. We ordered the Margherita classic VPN. They have ample seating space and parking.

The dough was fresh and amazing! Usually I concentrate on toppings and cheese but I focused on the dough at this pizza restaurant. My friend recommanded this place and no regrets trying this pizzaria. The staff was a bit distracted and unattentive when I was ordering but I had no problem getting the food. My husband had great experience with them so I guess they were busy at the time was ordering. Easy to park, great crowds, fast serving.

It’s the first time to visit cause we had a team outing. The space is awesome. They have a lot of long tables and you can choose higher tables or lower tables. The menu is wonderful. They have meat pizzas and vegetarian pizzas. I’m still a meat eater and I should tell you it doesn’t disappoint you if you look forward to having some good meat pizza. And I highly recommend the Napoli style. After ordering, it only took 5-10mins to get your pizzas no matter how big your orders are. Super fresh and delicious. If something is not perfect, I think the drink menu could get better. The beer choices are a little boring. 😢

COVID REVIEW: Visited this place in August 2021 when masks are required again and I felt safe in this place since it was spacious overall. Layout was basically: Cashier area then dining area at the back and the bakery at the end of the room. Bathroom was on the right side of the (when dancing the) cashier area. They provide cups for cold water but water bottles are always an option if you don’t like tap water. Now to the pizza. Ever since I got to New York, I have always been on the lookout in LA for something that could match or beat the pizza of New York. I think I’ve found the place. It’s DeSano. Literally the food was freshly served and served at the perfect temperature (not too hot, but hot enough to be able to bite it without burning your tongue). Every bite was delightful and it made me miss New York pizza. I couldn’t stop smiling because I know I will be back to this place. I ordered Lasagna, Caprese, Meatball side, and the Star Pizza. I forgot what it’s called because I asked for their best seller and the attendant suggested that star pizza. Food was a little bit above aver pricing but it was a good kind of splurge compared to flying to New York just to quench that hunger.

I have been wanting to try this restaurant for a while. I ordered the Lasagna pizza, which has meatballs and ricotta cheese. They have four wood-burning ovens from Italy, and you can tell that their ingredients are from there as well. The pizzas come out in less than five minutes. I could taste that the cheese was fresh, and it was delicious. I am not a fan of how they put the meatballs on the pizza. It was more like shredded meatballs instead of slices. I love thin slices of meatballs better. Also, the meatballs need more flavor. Overall, the pizza was great! I would recommend going here when you are in Los Angeles and are looking for a quality Neapolitan pizza.

Loved and frequented this location for years and it’s always been spectacular. However the pizza given to me today was another level. All of their pizzas have looked good but I wanted to especially shout out whoever made this one today. Thank you!

Desano pizza is the epitome of authenticity! It quickly became my favorite place to eat during our 10-day road trip. The flavors and textures of their pizzas transported me straight to Italy. The thin, crispy crust and the perfectly balanced toppings created a culinary masterpiece. Every bite was a celebration of true Italian flavors. If you're a pizza enthusiast seeking an authentic and unforgettable dining experience, Desano is an absolute must-visit.

Man, talk about fresh, authentic and done right… DeSano’s did not let me down. Everything was delicious. As soon as you walk through the doors after ordering and sit down, you can see why this place is so good. They use real, authentic fresh ingredients. They are cranking out pizzas nonstop…. The ambiance is a little plain but the food totally makes up for any of that, trust me

What might look like a warehouse is actually a huge and spacious restaurant where you can not only the ovens but the people making your pizza. Great pizza and salads. Might be a little expensive and worth it. Highly recommend the stuffed crust which isn't just a string cheese in bread. Its little pockets of ricotta that are to die for. Vegetarian options also available with menu customatibility. Also tons of parking wowie.

DeSano’s is in my top 3 of all pizza in Los Angeles. I like it that much. I really like the lasgana pizza here, such a unique flavor combination. They don’t skimp with the herbs and spices. They also have really good olive oil to dip your crust into if you dine inside

Pizza is tasty and authentic. This is one of the first (if not the actual first) place I got pizza after moving to LA, introduced by my boyfriend, and never had I had a truly more authentic pizza. I've referred friends and family here time and time again. We ordered the Desano (classic and meaty) Diavola (spicy deliciousness) and the Original Carnevale (not pictured) - this one is light but so fluffy and tasty. Big dining area with family style benches, and a gated parking lot for safety. Definitely an LA favorite.

Had to try this pizza when I was in the area. Location is easy to find. Plenty of parking. Pizza was poor quality in ingredients and flavor. Staff had no personality and pizza was cold when I picked it up. In all fairness, this place looked like it could be a great little spot. And I told them what time I would arrive. But, I feel it was made after my order and just sat there. Disappointing.

CARNEVALE - get it. One of my favorite pizza joints - must try! Large venue - great for large groups or parties. PLENTY of parking, which is rare in LA. Mainly beer and wine served.

This place has a fun vibe for seating and shows the brick ovens in the kitchen to everyone. We got a pizza with cherry tomatoes and basil on top at the grande size. It was really tasty and the oven makes it even better with the char on the crust and underside. There are water stands here that serve basil and lemon infused drinking water. Do try them out as they are very refreshing.

Neapolitan style pizza in warehouse style setting. Open, communal table seating, with private spaces available for parties. A little on the pricey side but worth the splurge. These guys know what they’re doing.

When I say this was the BEST pizza I've EVERRRRR had, I really mean it! The pizza was crunchy and so flavorful! The staff was very friendly and they were quick! I would definitely be returning and def recommend!!

DeSano is the best pizza I've had in LA! It's super fresh and all the ingredients are delicious. We loved the San Gennari but you can't go wrong with any of the pizzas. The long tables in the back are great for large groups. Name sure you order enough to share!

Hidden Gem, with welcome aroma of the pizza gods, upon entering doors 🙌 Pizza crust of noble quality and not only wood oven kissed crust, but dough properly cooked! Would seem trivial, but many places rush the cooking of the crust, only to have uncooked and a doughy mess! Spicy and regular olive oil, with good Parmesan cheese was a welcome treat to use to finish off the ends of the crust🥰 As if this wasn't enough, the gelato selection was a welcome dessert selection... Lastly, thank you for honoring your military veterans with a discount🙏

I've passed this pizzeria many times and have been wanting to try it for a while. Well, DeSano did not disappoint! The girls at the counter were so sweet and helpful. They gave me excellent recommendations and were just the friendliest. I ordered the hot honey pepperoni pizza and I loved it! I highly recommend DeSano and will definitely be back to try other dishes!

Pretty good. I tried the chili oil on the table. Pretty hot. And then I asked for some of their hot honey. That was a better choice for me. Hot and sweet too.

After years of loving pizza , the old fashion way, the thick crust kind, I didn't realize what I've missed on thin crust pizza cooked the old fashion way, in a rock oven with open flame, with fresh incredible ingredients, if quality over quantity has been true, it's here... I've tried several, and you can go wrong on any of them...highly recommend the food

Great authentic fire cooked Italian New York style pizza many specialty pizzas to choose from it smells wonderful inside and is clean pleasant eating experience with 11 close friends. No wait and plenty of seating with Laker game on one of the flat screen tvs. Overall just an awesome place to go try when in LA.

This place is incredible. Great parking, a lot of seating, and friendly staff! The quality of the ingredients is very high, pizza is perfectly cooked and we didn’t need to wait too long! You have to try their gelatos as well.

Got Margherita D.O.P for my first visit. Its good. You can taste the quality and freshness of ingredients. The price is decent compared to other pizzerias in the area.

Always amazing pizza! Maurizio and Maurizio Jr(Sal) know how to do it right! I prefer my pizza not too done, so I let them know ahead of time. Everything is fresh and you can taste it! A+ 10/10! And if you don't know what you want Juan or Sal will help you pick a great pie, as they have many great choices! Always great friendly service! Thank you guys for always killing it 🙏🙏

Amazing pizza, 100% recommended. I'm Italian so you can trust me. 🤣 But for real, it's amazing!

When you arrive at DeSano for the first time, it is hard to know what to expect. The building apparently has no windows, doesn’t have much signage and isn’t surrounded by lively eateries. Even when you walk in, you may be fooled by the small lobby area, where you’ll see an overhead menu and place your order at a counter. But after you order, the DeSano experience really starts. You’ll walk through a doorway on your right into a large, lively, and welcoming seating area perfect for dining and drinking with large groups of friends and family. The room is full of long beerhall-style tables, and the cooking crew is right there in the room tossing pizzas into the ovens. You should also brace yourself for some seriously great pizza. We got one that had ricotta-stuffed crust; the sausage on it was so good. We also got the Diablo, which brought the perfect level of spice. The meats and their crust are DeSano’s strengths (especially that crust though…wow.) I ordered a pizza big enough to yield some leftovers for lunch tomorrow and I can’t wait for my second meal of this pizza!