LA | The Best Italian Food in LA π | That Bone Marrow Is So Fragrant!
This place is already an LA classic π β often called the ceiling of Italian cuisine in Los Angeles. The decor is industrial-chic with a cozy Italian family trattoria / wine bar vibe π· β perfect for group hangs. For dates, maybe less ideal since it can get pretty loud (hard to hear each other!). βοΈ Peruvian Scallop Crudo A great starter β scallops are small but fresh π. The sauce almost overpowers the scallop, but itβs delicious β tangy, slightly spicy, with a hint of sweet coconut milk π₯₯. βοΈ Homemade Buttermilk Ricotta A total bread killer π₯· Our tableβs favorite appetizer on the first visit β I ate way too much while my friend was taking pics π. The ricotta spread is fragrant, rich but not heavy β obsessed! βοΈ Beef Tartare Crostino A must for beef tartare lovers. The sauce stood out even more than the beef β creamy mayo with rosemary and fresh veggies, all on warm toasted bread. So flavorful yet balanced. βοΈ Roasted Bone Marrow Their signature dish 𦴠β small but mighty. Bone marrow is rich and a bit oily. The server mixes it with gnochetti right at the table β feels like a main course! The spinach gnocchi underneath is chewy and addictive π΅βπ«. βοΈ Squid Ink Chitarra Surprisingly light for squid ink pasta π¦ β bright citrus notes π and topped with generous crab meat π¦. βοΈ Cavatelli alla Norcina My go-to every visit β love the chewiness of the pasta. Black truffle is subtle here, sausage is a tad salty, and cheese flavor is strong π§. If you prefer lighter flavors, go for the squid ink pasta instead π. Reservations seem easier now than before β OpenTable often has slots a few days out. Give it a try! π #LosAngeles #LAFood #LAWeekend #LALife #LAExploration #LARestaurants #LAHotSpot
