40 anni di sapori

Celebrating 40 years of Madeo

In pursuit of their dream to bring their beachside Italian dining experience to California, Alfio and his wife, Elvira, moved from Forte dei Marmi to Los Angeles with their sons, Gianni and Nicola. In 1985, Alfio and his family opened the doors to Madeo Ristorante in West Hollywood. The restaurant invited Angelenos to embrace their traditional Tuscan family recipes from Alfio’s mamma, best known as Nonna Tina, which have remained unchanged for 40 years.

The vibrance from when we first opened our doors remains true today. We dedicate our celebration to you, our family, our friends and our loyal guests who embrace Madeo as a place where every meal is special, whether its an anniversary party, a weekly family dinner, a business meeting, or a late bite at the bar.

Join us in celebrating the moments that make Madeo feel like home. 

con amore,

The Vietina Family
An elderly man wearing a Brescia cycling team jersey and cap, riding a bicycle outdoors on a paved surface.
A woman and a man standing outdoors, smiling, with the woman holding a coat. They are framed by greenery and a brick column, and appear to be on a patio or terrace. 
Alfio, the heart of our restaurant, loves to be with guests, ensuring everyone has a wonderful time. Elvira, who we call the real boss around here, is the beholder of our treasured family recipes.
A person running on a rainy sidewalk holding an umbrella outside a restaurant called Madeso Ristorante, with trees and potted plants along the street.
Four children sitting outdoors in front of a brick building; one girl in a wheelchair, two boys standing, and one boy sitting. The girl in the wheelchair is wearing glasses and a beige coat. The boy standing behind her has short dark hair, and the boy beside him has wet hair. The boy sitting has his hand over his mouth. The scene appears to be from a past decade, possibly the 1980s. 
Growing up in their parents’ restaurant, Gianni and Nicola  both do a little of everything, sharing a passion for welcoming new guests and maintaining relationships with longtime regulars.
A chef is holding another man in a chokehold during a playful fight at a restaurant, with the chef grimacing and the other man appearing to struggle. 
Around every table, there are the unseen hands that make Madeo feel like home. Erica and Catherine, the wives of Gianni and Nicola, carry the same grace and warmth that have always defined this family.
Erica Elivra and Catherine Vietina pose together for a photo
Three boys on stone steps outside a brick and stone wall, two standing and one crouching. 
The granddaughters,  Camilla, Chiara, Rocio, and Alessandra, grew up playing in the restaurant, and making their own pizzas. Today, they bring their own experiences to Madeo.
Here’s to many more years!