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Echo Park - Maddalena restaurant
6.6

Maddalena

  • Echo Park
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Delicious but bland extremes

The flavor-packed Grilled Shrimp Salad bowls you over at Maddalena while the Pasta with Filet Mignon stands up to scrutiny. However, the ping pong between bland and savory dips the scale to 'adequate dining' with certain dishes calling for more salt and acidity, despite generous portions. A delightful surprise - the humble Spaghetti and Meatballs with its tasty and perfectly cooked pasta.

  • Great Value

    Great food at reasonable prices mentioned positively.

  • Bad Variety

    Overwhelming daily variety can make choosing a dish difficult.

Top 2 dishes at Maddalena

  1. 1

    Spaghetti and Meatballs 🏆

    Generous plating with tasty and perfectly cooked pasta and meatballs.

    Spaghetti and Meatballs dish
  2. 2

    Tiramisu

    Tiramisu described as very good and licking good in reviews.

    Tiramisu dish

Vibe: Ambiance with music, no romance

Elegant decorations and a touch of jazz or country music make the setting far from monotonous at Maddalena. However, if looking for a cozy and semi-formal date night, the noise levels and DIY service may fall short.

  • Great Drinks

    Great selection of wines, enhancing the meal pairing experience.

  • Bad For Dates

    Too casual and noisy with DIY service, not suitable for dates.

Perks: Ample space, lackadaisical service

Rows and rows of cars parked easily indicate the popularity of Maddalena. Comfortable for families and groups, the space belies an imperfect service - invisible at times and not always attentive to guests’ needs.

  • Great For Kids

    Staff attentiveness and considerate service enhance family dining experience.

  • Bad Service

    Complaints about neglect, invisibility, and not checking on guest needs.