I wish I could keep this place a secret. From the moment you're greeted at the door to when it's time to leave, you'll realized you've just just had an exceptional dining experience. First off...the stimulating sounds, low lit room and decore of the place really lend to the overall experience. There's plenty to choose from off the menu and by all means do order the Caesar salad. it's prepared right at your table and can have items added or removed from the dressing as you like it. We splurged on some pasta dishes that were incredible (Bucatini al Limoni) and of course...there was room for dessert. Try the cheese cake. Trust me. If you're not familiar with the area please map this place! It's kind of easy to drive past! Misc. info...Frank Sinatra was a founding investor of this place. Overall: Absolutely a place to make a reservation to and have an anniversary, birthday or just a great time. Thank you to La Dolce Vita for a perfect evening! See you again soon. read more

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I'm pretty disappointed in this place. I love Italian but this place just misses the mark in all but one area. The interior is genuinely very intimate and it makes for a great date spot. It's low lit, moody, and romantic. This is where the positives end. Service is prompt--once you're at a table. However, despite having a reservation it took 15-20 minutes to be seated. Not great. Food varies from below average to average. Bread was decent. The clams oreganata were terrible. They were so bad that I couldn't finish them. The breading on them did not taste good and was overpowering to boot. Not an ideal combo. Bucatini al limone was average but the flavor was too overpowering. I couldn't finish this dish either. The one redeeming thing I had, was the vodka sauce rigatoni. It was a special, so not something they regularly have on the menu. This was very good. Overall the food was below average and expensive. The prices here are not reflective of the poor quality of the food. The intimate ambiance is nice but that alone cannot justify the price premium. There are many other restaurants with similar interiors, better food, and lower prices. I would not come back and I do not recommend going to this establishment. read more

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La Dolce Vita is one of those timeless Los Angeles restaurants that reminds you why classic Italian cuisine never goes out of style. From the dimly lit dining room to the attentive, polished service, the entire experience feels elegant, intimate, and unhurried. We started with the ricotta pasta, and it was outstanding. The pasta was perfectly al dente, coated in a rich tomato sauce with creamy ricotta that melted into every bite. It was comforting without feeling heavy and packed with authentic Italian flavor. The veal Parmesan was another standout. The veal was tender with a crisp, golden crust, layered with melted mozzarella and a vibrant house-made marinara that tasted fresh rather than overly sweet. It's the kind of dish that's simple but executed exceptionally well. The surprise favorite of the evening, however, was the pork chop. Thick, juicy, and cooked perfectly, it was incredibly flavorful and paired beautifully with sautéed greens and toasted pine nuts, adding texture and balance to the dish. It was a memorable entrée that I'd order again in a heartbeat. The cocktails were expertly made, the pacing of the meal was relaxed, and the staff made us feel welcome from start to finish. Nothing felt rushed, allowing us to truly enjoy the evening. La Dolce Vita has earned its reputation over the years by staying true to what matters--quality ingredients, classic recipes, and warm hospitality. It's the kind of restaurant that feels just as appropriate for a special celebration as it does for a quiet date night. Pro tip: Order family-style if you're dining with a group. The ricotta pasta, veal Parmesan, and pork chop are all worth trying, and sharing lets you experience the best of the menu. This is classic Italian dining done right. read more

La Dolce Vita - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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Such a nice upscale hidden gem found in a brick wall. Service is top notch. Food is excellent. The vibe is so low key Hollywood. My favs were so many.... the fish, pork chop, Ceaser salad, and muscles. Small place, but screams Hollywood in every aspect. Great date night place or to spend a nice evening with friends. There is valet parking, but also a free lot just one block down after hours too. read more

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The outside is so unassuming but once you walk in the vibe is sexy, funky, and cool. Perfect for date night or a place with close friends. You can sit at the table or bar. We sat at the bar which was perfect. The drinks were phenomenal and the glassware I'm obsessed. We started eith the tuna tartare which was the best I have ever had. I still think about it! The Caesar salad was a little greasy/oily but the flavor was good and the lettuce itself was good. The steak was amazong and so soft. Love how its precut to be able to share easily. The short rib pasta was really good as well. I like that style of noodle and the flavor was good. I will definitely be back! This place is incredible but make sure to have a reservation as this place books up fast!! Its worth it! read more

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The hostess was gorgeous, but very stuck up. The bartenders were cool and my cocktail was top notch. The place is too dark imho. Where ARE the lights? Hello? It's a beautiful and cute bar but you have to plan in advance as last minute reservations just aren't a thing here. Honestly, I'd rather go to a hotel bar that I can drop in on whenever I want and has the same quality of cocktails and food with much better lighting (hello Culver Hotel). And that's that on that. read more

This is a great spot for a dark, cozy, romantic, classic Beverly Hills, Italian -feeling experience. The staff all wear classic attire and they're generally pretty attentive although I've had a couple times where I was left hanging towards the end of the meal... Fair to say the place was always crowded when I went. The food is extremely high priced however, I suppose that's to be expected considering the location and the experience they're trying to provide. Everything I've eaten has been fantastic, except the potato croquettes which were underwhelming. The bread service is incredible, the paccheri pasta with prosciutto Cotto is absolutely phenomenal And the martinis are fun and pretty too. Caesar is tableside which some people get a kick out of but for me it's still just Caesar salad. Do ask for the giant black peppercorn because that is pretty fun to experience. I love that it feels like 9 PM even if it's 5 o'clock because there are no windows and it's always just a dark, classic, perfectly lit ambience. Oh, and can we talk about the decor. The entrance with the door handle gets me every time and the art in the bathrooms is stunning as well. I do recommend this place and if you're willing to spend $100, definitely get the veal Parmesan. read more

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After viewing some of the recent 1 & 2 star reviews I was about to cancel but since it was past the allowed 48 hr window I was grateful that I didn't! Got there at our scheduled time and was seated immediately at our small table for 2 right near the center of the restaurant. It looked like it was a last minute table as it was definitely in the way of the wait staff as the place was hoppin with many tables packed to capacity. We were greeted with glasses of apertif and our order was taken rather quickly and our waitress provided some tastings of the white wines to help make our decision. After we placed our order the manager came over and was generous to move us to a booth as he saw that we were in a tight spot so that was very much appreciated without us asking. For the dining itself: Caesar salad- prepared table side and the salad itself had fresh crunchy leaves and croutons scattered about with an anchovy flavored dressing that was evenly dressed the salad and topped with a generous snow covered parmigiano. Tagliatelle- prepared al dente with plenty of clams in every bite which were nicely covered in a buttery white wine sauce that had a slight citrus profile. Branzino Picatta- Great to see a fish prepared in this style as the crispy skin made for a good texture combo with the lemon forward sauce and balanced well with the scattered capers. During the time between the salad and pasta, unfortunately a ceiling tile fell in the bar area onto a table and luckily no one was hurt but the wait staff resolved the issue before we even received our entree. The food is deserving of 4 stars but the service and staff is 5+ so overall the experience was well worth the price point that other yelpers have made as a discussion topic. All I can say is that I did not have high expectations based on other reviewers but thankful that it was a great experience. read more

La Dolce Vita - Branzino Picatta - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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I made reservations for the bar, the moment you walk in it feels like a warm welcome. Atmosphere is cozy and swanky. Love that! The whole vibe was great, from the music to the service at the bar. Drinks and food are delectable. Parking was also close by that was not far from the restaurant. It was a charming night out and I'm happy I went to La Dolce Vita. read more

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It's a random date night and my boyfriend and I pick this restaurant randomly. Everything was over the top beautiful. At first we wanted to come sooner so we called in. Unfortunately, the host couldn't make any accommodations. I can see why! Every table was occupied. We sat down, instantly given complimentary testing of wine and bread before our jackets were off. The staff constantly asked us if there was anything they could get us. We ordered the recommended bottle of white wine. Pretty light and sweet. ONLY CON, I seen him sample wine in the corner. I just hope it wasn't from our bottle. I don't mind I just give my honest overview. Families, dates, night out with the guys, I seen all styles of reservations. Time for appetizer, the shrimp beautifully made with that red sauce! I couldn't get enough. NOW, I will say I felt like the only person in there taking pictures. Very discreet experience, no phones really out. I didn't mind! We ordered the Branzino and Steak for mains with a side of potato croquettes. Yum!! My fish was light, flavorful, but at the end I was full. Mostly everything was from recommendations and I couldn't complain. My boyfriend ordered the steak. The first time it came out it was Medium and he asked for Medium Well. I tried the Medium steak and boy I'd go back and order it!! Yumm!!!!! After the second time it came out, it was perfect for him. We never had potatoes like what we ordered and it was filling for 3 pieces. We were considering dessert and then he gave us a free piece of cheesecake. WOW, WOW, WOW!! I would come back! I'm shocked the clientele wasn't as diverse but, that doesn't bother me. I love a good meal and I'd definitely recommend this establishment. read more

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Any restaurant that has the arrogance and such low regard for their customers that they refuse to publish their menu can't possibly earn 4 or 5 stars. Nice ambience. Decent food. No need to go back. read more

We were really disappointed with our experience. The caesar salad was soggy, and the eggplant appetizer was downright unappetizing. The spaghetti and meatballs were fair. The meatballs were falling apart, and the sauce tasted like it came straight from a jar. The rigatoni was watery. The only positive was that the service was great. Thankfully, this meal was covered by Chase's $150 dining credit, because we would have been even more disappointed if we had paid out of pocket. Unfortunately, we won't be back. read more

Food was delicious we loved the veal and the cheesecake! The service was so fast and attentive as well the ambiance and music in the background was perfect for a date night. Very intimate setting. Definetly would go back ! read more

I used to really love this place, but last time i visited i felt their pastas are not as it used to be. I had the lemon pasta and it was extremely oily, in fact the oil taste was the dominant taste over everything else. My friend had spaghetti with meatball and the meat tasted so terrible and again oily. I hope they go back to what they used to be... read more

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One of the best Italian restaurants I've been to in a long time. Absolutely loved the restaurant vibes and decor. Yummy dirty martinis, the lemon pasta, spicy rigatoni (special), white beans, New York steak and cheesecake all phenomenal. Went for a girls night but will be returning for date night! read more

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Cute place. But wayyyyyyy too small specially with people waiting inside. If you are claustrophobic, avoid at all cost. Food was okay- expected better. The only highlight was the Cesar salad. I'd not go back again. We had reservations for 8:30pm on Friday night, we had to wait 40min to be seated. read more

It's old and the so called cuisine is level zero. We sat at a table with a woman leaving her cell phone in the center of our table and everytime she picked it up her cell light blinded us. Staff did nothing to assist the situation. Terrible experience Low class people dining next to us who had zero class and manners. No thank you- never again. read more

I'd been curious about trying La Dolce Vita for a long time, and finally took the opportunity to come here as a celebratory dinner for my husband's birthday in August 2025. I'd made a reservation a few weeks before coming and it was easy to make online with a lot of reservation times available. We ended up parking in a nearby carpark and had a short walk to the restaurant from there. Once we arrived, we were taken to our table immediately. One of the reasons I was interested in coming to La Dolce Vita is the restaurant's old-world charm. The restaurant is known for its patronage by Frank Sinatra, who even funded the restaurant. The ambiance here is beautiful and classic. It truly feels like an old Hollywood place inside. We were greeted by a hostess when we walked in and seated immediately at a booth. We got several dishes to share between us, including the Caesar salad, stuffed artichoke, vodka pasta, and branzino. Nothing was bad, but nothing was amazing either. Service was efficient and friendly. We also got the spumoni for dessert, which was pretty, but again, nothing to write home about. This was a fun experience to have once, but I don't think it's a restaurant we'll come to again. read more

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Genuinely felt like I was transported to New York. The vibes were immaculate and so girly and chic. The service was top notch, not the rude snobby beverly hills people, everyone from the hostess to food runners to greeter to server were SO amazing and sweet. I would come back just for the service. Had a great time and food is amazing. Thank you guys for the great time! read more

Starting off with an Amaro, we knew this would be a good experience. We ordered Clams Oreganata, a Caesar salad, spicy vodka rigatoni and Veal Parm. The only thing I thought was "average" was the rigatoni, it wasn't really spicy and the sauce just felt watered down, but everything else was Molto Bené read more

La Dolce Vita is a room without daylight, where the shadows are part of the performance. Celebrities drift in and out, but the real star is the food. The Caesar is made table side, crisp romaine dressed with ceremony. The spaghetti and meatballs deliver richness in every bite, the sauce deep and savory, the meatballs tender and crumbling with flavor. The bucatini arrives bright with lemon and butter, a simple dish turned unforgettable. End with the chocolate tart, a dark indulgence wrapped in espresso and caramel. The cocktails are as sharp as the suits at the bar. Spritzes for the afternoon, Negronis for the night. This is not just dinner. It is theater. read more

I was going to give 2 stars but then remembered that we had amazing service so I bumped it up to a 3. This was a mixed experience. We tried the garden salad: it was fresh but way too salty, and the added olives only made it saltier. The mozzarella appetizer was a highlight really enjoyable. Among the pastas, the vodka pasta stood out; it was more like a spicy arrabbiata and honestly, they should just rename it. The lemon pasta, on the other hand, was not great. There was a chalky aftertaste and not worth ordering. The branzino was cooked to absolute perfection, though. Sides were hit or miss: the beans were great, but the potatoes were bland and actually needed salt of some type of sauce like a good marinara. Also, they threw in some rosemary as a garnish without warning, which was a nuisance to pick out if you don't like it. On the service side, our server BRYAN was AMAZING!! one of the best I've encountered anywhere. He's the reason the experience still felt worthwhile. Personally, I don't think I would come back unless it's for drinks. I would really like to see a change in the menu a little bit because this place genuinely has potential. It's just a lot of misses. read more

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We loved this spot! The pasta was so good that we came back two nights in a row during our trip. The food, service, and ambiance were all great. I believe the manager's name was Michael, and he made the experience even better. Can't wait to go back! read more

A beautiful, intimate restaurant with lovely service. The food was delicious, and the overall atmosphere made it feel like such a charming, cozy spot. read more

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Phenomenal service! fantastic food! Tuna tartare Caesar salad Veal chop parmagiane Cheesecake for dessert Seriously, my new favorite LA hangout. You feel like you are eating with friends and waiting for the Rat Pack to join you at any moment. read more

My favorite place in LA for a romantic dinner. The food, the drinks, and the ambiance are truly what make this spot so special. The lemon pasta is an impeccable dish that keeps me coming back! it's a nonnegotiable. While I've dined here often and love the overall experience, the service could use some improvement, particularly at the host stand. A bit more attention to manners and professionalism at the entry would make a big difference. However, once you're seated, the wait staff is usually fantastic. It's just a matter of getting through 'level one,' so to speak! Despite that minor drawback, this restaurant remains a favorite for its incredible food and atmosphere. read more

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We went back to La Dolce Vita almost two years after our first visit, for a double date with our friends Esther A. and Brad H. It was a wonderful Saturday night, planned months in advance. We got babysitting, took Ubers, drank copiously, and ran up a hefty bill over the course of four-plus hours. Food, drink, and ambiance were all great, more or less as I remembered. Service, though, left a bit to be desired. It became clear, way too late in our meal, that the restaurant wanted to turn our table. We had a 7:15 reservation and gave every indication that we were sitting down for a long dinner. We started with a round of drinks (I did notice the pickled vegetable garnish for the LDV Gibson got smaller), then ordered two bottles of wine when we put in our food--one to go with our appetizers and pastas, the other with our veal parmesan. We were surprised, then, when the pastas and veal parmesan arrived in one huge course; even more so when our server told us they had a reservation coming in for our table, minutes after we opened a third bottle of wine. I understand that restaurants need to manage their flow of diners, but that rushed veal parmesan was the first indication that we were on the clock. Restaurants often indicate time restrictions on the various reservation apps, but La Dolce Vita does not do this, and we might have chosen a different restaurant had they said they expected to turn our 7:15 table. I imagine this is exactly why they don't list a time limit on Resy. The service team might also have guessed that we wanted to stick around by the aggressiveness of our drink orders, but instead of mentioning anything on the front end, they waited until we had a third bottle paid for and partially poured before telling us to hurry things along. We pushed back and pointed out that it was almost 10:00 and we'd just gotten another bottle of wine, and our server talked to the management and came back to say they found another table for the incoming party. I don't understand why they didn't figure this out without bothering us and making us feel unwelcome. At least we were allowed to finish dinner at our leisure. We even ended the night with another mini-round (my husband and I split a negroni) which we all paid for the next morning. The food was good. I remembered the shrimp fra diavolo and the bucatini al limoni from our first visit, and they were just as nice the second time around. We also got an excellent Caesar salad with parmesan, Sicilian anchovy, and torn croutons, prepared tableside, and a rigatoni special with vodka sauce. The veal parmesan was delicious and enormous and should 100% have been served on its own, after the pastas, with the wine we explicitly ordered to drink with it. We finished our dinner with a shared dessert. I think it was the almond budino, but to be honest, things got a little cloudy after that third bottle. Were we greedy for wanting to keep our 7:15 table until well after 11:00? Maybe. But it felt like a reasonable expectation, and our bill was expensive enough. I don't like that La Dolce Vita was so willing to take our money before turning around and trying to get us to leave. We had a lot of fun, but I don't know that we'll go again. read more

While visiting Los Angeles this weekend, my girlfriend and I were looking for a great Italian restaurant and came across La Dolce Vita on a list of the best Italian restaurants in LA. We decided to give it a try -- and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. From the moment we walked in, the hospitality stood out. Chris, the GM, personally greeted every guest who walked through the door, including us. He was incredibly warm and welcoming and had such a great spirit that it immediately set the tone for the evening. We ordered the house pasta special with vodka sauce (I wish I could remember the exact name because it deserves the recognition), and it was outstanding. The pasta was perfectly cooked and the vodka sauce was rich and flavorful, with a really nice kick of spice from the chili peppers that brought the whole dish to life. We also started with the Caesar salad, which was excellent -- simple, classic and executed perfectly. The service throughout the evening was attentive without being overbearing, and the overall vibe of the restaurant was chic and lively while still feeling comfortable. The pricing was also very reasonable for the quality of the food and experience. We enjoyed it so much that we made reservations and came back the very next night -- and we ordered the exact same pasta again. read more

La Dolce Vita - House special - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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Really enjoyed this place! The food tasted very homemade which I loved. I want to come back for the pasta. The meatballs were so tender they melted in my mouth. Unfortunately we didn't get to try some appetizers as they were out of the stuff we wanted but it's okay we will be back! The dessert was really good. The drinks were just okay will probably just get a glass of wine next time. Service was great and ambience reminded me of New York. Overall loved! read more

La Dolce Vita - Spaghetti and meatballs - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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My husband and I went for a special occasion and accidentally chose bar seating when booking. While the service was excellent regardless, the crowd of people standing over you to order a cocktail and bumping your chair while you're trying to eat is less than ideal. **When booking your reservation that you are not booking the bar seating. The food was mostly delicious! We enjoyed the tartare, mussels, marsala and potato. The bucatini was a little too rich for me and the broccolini was unfortunately bland. The Spumoni and Cheesecake were outstanding. The service was fast, attentive and well coursed. Sadly, the container they packed up the chicken marsala in, leaked all over my car. read more

The bread was amazing thats the first thing i tried they give to you first.im here right now first time here amazing.chefs kiss.Italian on top read more

We loved everything about our experience here. Definitely has old world charm and they do a great job in a very small and intimidate space. The Caesar is perfect and for those that don't like anchovies the dish still works perfectly. We shared the pork chop which was huge and cooked rare enough to be the best temperature for pork. The Som Gabriel made excellent suggestions throughout our meal which ended magically with an Amaro and chocolate tart. We can't wait to go back and taste the veal parm which looked incredible and already drawing me back. read more

Came here for my bday dinner and was thoroughly impressed. The food is delicious. The Caesar for two was perfect. The tuna tartare was tasty and the shrimp fra diavola was a highlight. The lemon bucatini was my favorite though. It's rich and creamy but still bright because of the lemon. The Branzino was standard and good enough but would probably skip next time. Cocktails were great too and definitely pack a punch. The service left a little to be desired. Even though we had reservations we had to wait 20 minutes before being seated. The hostess was a little condescending about it but I'm sure she deals with a lot lol. All in all though I highly recommend it for a special occasion or just a romantic moody date night. read more

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Upon entering we gasped. Surprised at got spacious this almost speakeasy like restaurant is. Very low lighting, quiet and intimate. Besides the loud drunk group of people seated next to us. Brian was a great server. Forgot the welcoming cocktail. It's interesting. I liked it. The bread and pickled vegetables were absolutely delicious. Milano gimlet I enjoyed this cocktail Boulevardier was nice also Spaghetti and meatballs. Meatballs were more like baby meatloafs. Lol delicious though. Side of beans were good like, very good. Branzino. Super good too chocolate cake was rich, but good. Parking is tricky in the area. Best to just do the paid lot. read more

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Old-time Hollywood feel with luxurious red leather booths, low lighting, and excellent service. We started off with some top-notch cocktails, and some help from the server when we couldn't make up our mind. We ordered the New York sour, Spaghetti, Park and Sneaky Pete. The New York sour was just OK but the Spaghetti Park and Sneaky Pete were phenomenal. Really wanted to order another one, but knew I would not be able to walk out of there lol We started with a very good basket of bread, the Caesar salad because it was prepared table side and since it's family style, we also ordered Shrimp Fra Diavola. The Caesar was good, but the shrimp was awesome. Lots of flavor packed into such a small protein. For entrées, we shared the Veal Parmigiana, the Bucatini Al Limoni and the Rigatoni special. Couldn't tell you what we liked the best because they were all delicious. Pleasantly surprised because it's expensive in the heart of Beverly Hills, but it delivered on taste. Somehow we had room for dessert and got the spumoni and a chocolate tart with espresso-caramel ganache in a canal of hazelnut cream. I'm a sucker for anything with chocolate espresso and hazelnut but the spumoni was the star. A nice cap for a superb meal. Love the family style and the vibe. Would definitely come back if we lived here. read more

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The service and accommodation is top notch. Chris went above and beyond to accommodate our request on seating. Christina, server proved excellent guidance on our culinary choices. 5 star!!! read more

Really nice ambiance, make sure to make a reservation because it gets packed. I don't remember was it was called but I got a cocktail with aperol, tequila, and grapefruit, and it was delicious. We ordered the Ceasar salad which tasted a bit too fishy for my liking, and the artichoke which was pretty good, but you can only have so much of it. For our entree we got the pasta with prosciutto and it was good. I would say for the price you're paying, it was not worth it. However the service was great. read more

La Dolce Vita - Artichoke - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

I have a Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card that gives me a $150 credit toward dining at this restaurant. I drove an hour and a half to purchase a gift card, and they told me I could not purchase one in store; I had to email them. I asked for a supervisor; the manager told me the same thing, unwilling to sell me a gift card. What happened to customer service? Why do I have to purchase something through email rather than in-store? read more

What a delightful experience. We would have never ended up here, except our reservations fell through somewhere else. I had read about this place, and I was excited to try it. This place is quintessential Beverly Hills. The decoration is beautiful and so tasteful. It was a Sunday night before a 3 day weekend. People were out! It was great people watching. We called and got a spot at the bar. Our bartender, Ashley, was super helpful and very sweet. We got the Caesar, Branzino, and Spaghetti with meatballs. They were all phenomenal. The skin on the Branzino wasn't as crispy as I would have liked, but that's because it's in a piccata sauce. But the sauce was worth it! The bread they bring out, was some of the best bread I have had. The one with sesame seeds?! Fugetaboutit. So good! They serve it with gardinere, oil, and vinegar. We had the sommelier recommend a wine, and she was great. She got us something perfect and in our budget. Note: Valet doesn't start until 7. There is a free lot, but it's a little hard to access if you don't know you're way around. We circles 4 times before we found it. Definitely try this place. read more

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Ambiance, food, and service were fabulous! Loved the vibe and highly recommend this place!