Italian Restaurants

We all know that Brentwood is heaven for Italian restaurant enthusiasts. There have to be at least 50 in a 2-mile radius. But which ones are the best? Here are my top 5 favorite:
Toscana is a perfect place to go for a more upscale evening. Their pastas are to die for (especially their ravioli and tortellini dishes). However, it's sometimes hard to get a table, so make sure to make a reservation before you go.
Pecorino is a bit of a hidden treasure in Brentwood. Nestled right next to a dance studio in an ivy-covered building, its small space is cozy but comfortable. Mirrors adorn the walls making for very elegant decor, and their staff is almost too attentive.
Frankie and Johnnie's Pizza is the most casual restaurant of the bunch. Walk-in, paper-plates only, with names signed all over the walls, it is the closest thing in Brentwood to a true New York pizza joint. While the pizza is a tad greasy, it makes for a quick and tasty lunch.
Maria's Italian Kitchen is by far my favorite. It's not as fancy as Toscana, and not as casual as Frankie and Johnnie's, but its deep dish pizzas and chicken parmesan are incredible. Nestled in a cute little strip mall off of Barrington, it is in the perfect location as well.
Divino's is one of the only restaurants in Los Angeles that knows how to make fantastic gnocchi. Sit upstairs for a bit of a romantic feel, or downstairs to people watch and be in the middle of the comotion. Either way, you'll have a great meal.