Gio Cucina Napoletana

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Gio Cucina Napoletana is a family owned and operated Italian restaurant located on Ventura Boulevard. The culinary team, led by Top Chef & Owner Roberto Castellanos, offers homemade pastas, raviolis, bread and desserts. With a casual attire and a variety of services such as delivery, catering, takeout, waiter service and outdoor seating available alongside restaurant specialties for dinner or lunch including coffee - this is the perfect spot for any occasion.

Recent social media posts

10/13/2026

We’re excited for this event! Save the date and stay tuned for more details.

09/28/2026

Learn to make these 4 dishes this fall.
Call us, Dm us or Email us to sign up. Space is limited.
We can’t wait to cook with you!

09/25/2026

Our September cooking class made it look easy!

09/24/2026

Three ways to know a cooking class with Gio’s is for you.

1. You enjoy our food.
2. You like to have fun while you learn.
3. You like hands-on activities.

Our kitchen is yours. October Cooking Class Announcement is coming soon.

09/23/2026

💜 **WE NEED YOUR VOTE! 💜**

We are so excited and honored to share that **Gio Cucina Napoletana has been nominated as Nextdoor’s Favorite Restaurant!** 🥹🍝

For a little family-owned restaurant like ours, support from our Encino community means **everything** to us. After 30 years of serving our neighbors, watching generations of families walk through our doors, and sharing our love of homemade Italian food, this nomination is truly special. ❤️

Now, **we need your help to WIN!** 🏆

If you’re a Nextdoor member, please take a moment to vote for **Gio Cucina Napoletana**! You can vote directly through the link below or by logging into your Nextdoor account:

👉 https://nextdoor.com/page/gio-cucina-napoletana?utm_campaign=1790134707142&share_action_id=d61411e6-3536-45e5-868b-86f8455fc610

Every vote, share, recommendation, and kind word helps our little family business more than you know. 🥰

**Thank you for 30 years of love, support, and letting us be part of your family traditions.** We truly couldn’t do it without you! 🇮🇹❤️

**Please vote for Gio Cucina Napoletana!** 🍝🏆

09/15/2026

Here’s what a successful cooking class looks like!
Attendees got their hands dirty and plated meatloaf, ricotta cheese ravioli and insalata d’sapori. Creme Brûlée was prepped too but we ate it all.

Reserve today by DM.Call: 818-905-7446Email: giosencino@gmail.comCan’t wait to see you there!

09/14/2026

Reserve today by DM.
Call: 818-905-7446
Email: [email protected]

Can’t wait to see you there!

September Cooking Classes are open—14th and 21stSwipe ➡️ to check out what you’ll be makingSign up via email: giosencino...

09/01/2026

September Cooking Classes are open—14th and 21st
Swipe ➡️ to check out what you’ll be making

Sign up via email: [email protected]

08/13/2026

❤️ A Little Appreciation Post ❤️

We’ve seen so many of you talking about Gio Cucina Napoletana on Nextdoor, recommending us to your neighbors, sharing your experiences, and simply letting others know how much you love Gio and we just want to say THANK YOU! 🥹❤️

As a family-owned, mom-and-pop restaurant, word of mouth is truly the greatest compliment you can give us. Every recommendation, kind comment, and new guest who walks through our doors because someone told them about us means more than you know.

This year is especially meaningful because we’re celebrating 30 years of serving the Encino community! 🇮🇹🍝 Thirty years of homemade food, family, friendships, memories, and generations of customers who have supported us along the way.

We’re sharing this simply out of gratitude. ❤️ This is not meant to compare ourselves to any other business. We just wanted to take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible people who continue to spread the word about Gio.

From our family to yours Grazie Mille! 🇮🇹❤️
We wouldn’t be here celebrating 30 years without you.

30YearsInEncino SupportLocal WordOfMouth ThankYou

08/03/2026

Cooking class from July was refreshing—Thanks to all the attendees!
Did you get an email for August Cooking class 👀?

07/02/2026

We are closed the 3rd - 6th. Fresh pasta will be ready for you on the 7th. Enjoy the weekend🎆

Address

15826 Ventura Boulevard # 226
Encino, CA
91436

To reach Ventura Boulevard in Encino by public transport, take a bus or train to the Encino transportation center, then walk along Ventura Boulevard until you find the restaurant.

If driving, take Ventura Boulevard to reach the restaurant. There are several parking options nearby, including street parking and paid public parking lots.

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Wednesday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Thursday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Friday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Saturday	5pm - 9pm
Sunday	4pm - 8pm

Website

http://www.gioencino.com/

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What people say

Italian restaurants are known for their delicious homemade pastas, pizzas, and desserts. Gio Cucina Napoletana on Ventura Boulevard in Encino is no exception to this rule. This family-owned and operated Italian restaurant has been serving up some of the best Italian cuisine since 1996.

The culinary team at Gio Cucina Napoletana is led by Top Chef and owner Roberto Castellanos, who ensures that every dish is made with the freshest ingredients. The homemade pastas are made daily, and the raviolis are a must-try. The homemade bread is also a standout item that perfectly complements any meal.

In addition to their amazing food, Gio Cucina Napoletana offers a variety of services such as delivery, catering, outdoor seating, and takeout. They also have options for groups and kids, making it a perfect spot for family dinners or group outings.

Whether you're looking for a casual lunch or an intimate dinner date spot, Gio Cucina Napoletana has got you covered. Their attentive waitstaff will make sure your dining experience is nothing short of exceptional. So head over to Ventura Boulevard and indulge in some authentic Italian cuisine at Gio Cucina Napoletana!