๐ LA Michelin One-Star | Gucci Osteria
๐ก Ambience: Very Gucci โ stylish, design-forward. Waitstaff in leather aprons give off a unique, fashion-forward vibe. Tables are a bit close together โ can feel tight when busy. ๐ซ House Starter: Four small bites representing the Gucci Osterias of Tokyo, Seoul, Florence, and LA. Favorite was the LA lobster mini taco โ Seoul rice cracker was subtle but blended well. ๐ฅฏ Breakfast at Gucci: A creative oversized bagel โ beautifully plated, full of ceremony. Essentially an elevated lox bagel with black sesame and caviar โ classic but not groundbreaking. ๐ฅ Aromatica: A massive salad that arrived with a โwait, this is mine?โ moment โ but it was delicious. Balsamic reduction balanced sweet and tangy perfectly โ one of the best dressings Iโve had. Kale, spinach, arugula, nuts, and a floral hint made it fresh and layered. ๐ฆ Letโs Shellabrate: Butter-baked crab โ tender, sweet, not fishy at all. Claws were especially excellent. Rare to find crab this fresh in the U.S. Portion was small, but flavor was top-tier. ๐ฅ Truffle Risotto: Tiny portion โ literally two bites for most. Sauce was rich but unremarkable. You can add white truffle, but unless youโre a truffle fanatic, skip it. ๐ Halibut in Guazzetto: Fish was tender, broth was light yet aromatic. Veggies had a slight bitterness that didnโt fully harmonize, though the intent was freshness. Bread came later โ random but tasty with olive oil. ๐ฅฉ Angus Beef Filet: Ordered medium-rare, got closer to medium โ still tender and enjoyable. Sauce was okay (black garlic note) โ check the menu if thatโs not your thing. ๐ง Sapore di Sale: A wintery, refreshing dessert โ almond sorbet smooth and bright, lemon sorbet balanced the sweetness. A nice palate transition. ๐ฎ Groovy in the Grove: Festive and light โ chamomile cream puffs that melt in your mouth. Toasted pine nuts at the bottom added a holiday touch (yes, even on a NYE menu). Jam was tart, balancing the sweetness. ๐ซ House Dessert: Three mini treats to finish โ Gucci-style cone, dark chocolate truffle, passionfruit jelly. ๐ฐ Price: ~$300 per person โ๏ธ Worth a try / Might return (especially since they offer ร la carte). #Gucci #LAMichelin #FineDining #Vibes #Foodie #LosAngeles #AtmosphereDining