Valentina Ristorante

Domenico Grillo is your Master Chef and Host Extraordinaire. He has been in the restaurant business for most of his life. He is definitely a "hands on" Restaurateur with a passion for fine food and fine dining. Domenico himself designed Valentina's interior. He even has a wonderful talent for oil painting. Some of his work is proudly displayed in the Bellagio Room at his restaurant. No detail was overlooked during the planning of the restaurants famous interior. You really must see it to appreciate it. There are beautiful Crystal Chandeliers and gleaming mahogany bars. There is leaded glass doors, luxurious velvet draperies, imported granite and slate and even Roman columns and hand-painted ceilings. And the restroom can not be missed! Truly opulent. It is an exquisite palazzo. Don't be surprised if you come in and see him on stage singing one of his favorite Sinatra tunes either. He often joins his band on stage to serenade his customers. He is always there with a warm welcome to his guests and is a delightful conversationalist. Aside from being one of Orange County's most popular Italian Restaurants, Valentina's is the perfect setting for corporate events, holiday parties, wedding receptions, and private celebrations. Valentina provides a full service catering and banquet offering that tastefully showcases the distinctive foods and artful presentation as found in the regions of Italy. From a simple picnic to an elegant beach wedding, Valentina's production team is prepared to accommodate every detail, including those that reach beyond tempting the pallet. Valentina specializes in turning concepts to reality, and events into special occasions that exceed the imagination. There's fun, music, fine wine, and great food on the fourth Monday evening of every month when Valentina presents their unique and exciting Italian cooking school!