Bottega Taboo — Restaurant in Los Angeles

Food Vs. Atmosphere. It’s difficult for a restaurant to get all the nuances right. There’s so many things that can make or break your dining experience.

Overall Bottega Taboo does a nice job of creating a unique experience. It’s very artistic and bohemian, the arched wooden gate welcomes you in to an eclectic art fusion space. A DJ and Saxophone player were playing live music at the front of the restaurant (A great Afro house music with a live Sax accompaniment). Seating was ample and available. We requested to sit a little further back from the music because it can be too loud to enjoy your food.

Some of the tables inside offered a love seat couch to sit on which is great if you’re your on a date and want to sit back and relax and enjoy each others company.

We did not have any of the mixed drinks so I can’t speak to that, but the wait staff was very friendly and welcoming all around.

We ordered a delicious romaine salad with a lemon garlic tahini dressing. It was phenomenal and the lettuce was high quality. Not a stock romaine you would get generically, it seemed like something from the farmers market. High quality and fresh.

We also ordered the lamb chops and two of the sushi rolls. To be fair, we’ve tasted the best sushi in LA and out of curiosity we wanted to try and find some other delicious sushi options at other restaurants. The sushi here at Botegga Taboo was ok. Our standard for sushi is that you should be able to enjoy the flavors of the roll without dipping it in soy sauce. Size wise the rolls were good, but there was almost too much avocado on the tops of the sushi. It was too creamy and not really popping with any nuanced flavors. A second roll we had had asparagus in it, that was an interesting choice but I don’t think it worked. Asparagus was too thick and crunchy and offered no real flavor add, whereas perhaps cucumber would have done the trick of crunchy and a slight flavored layer. It was not the best sushi in LA, but it was still enjoyable. Overall it landed as okay.

Lastly, we ordered lamb chops. The lamb chops came out nicely plated, there were two pieces with two bones per piece, so a hearty sized lamb chop. There was some herbs and other accessories on the plate, but overall not anything to explode your tastebuds with pleasure.

I would recommend this place as a spot to hang out and bring a friend from out of town, but perhaps it might be better served for stopping by to grab a mixed drink and then heading somewhere for dinner.

Pleasurable experience as a whole and worthy of checking out. I’m sure that Bottega Taboo will continue to improve as it has all the potential ahead and already off to a great start. This is a great opportunity to support something...

My visit to Bottega Taboo was an absolute delight from start to finish! The moment I stepped inside, I was captivated by the restaurant's charming and cozy ambiance. The rustic decor, soft lighting, and soothing background music created a perfect atmosphere for a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience.

The staff at Bottega Taboo were incredibly welcoming and attentive. They greeted me with warm smiles and provided excellent recommendations from their diverse menu.

Speaking of the menu, it was a culinary journey filled with delightful surprises. The chef's creativity and passion for flavors were evident in each dish. From the appetizers to the main course, every bite was a burst of taste and texture that left me craving for more.

I had the pleasure of trying their signature pasta dish (uni pasta)

The dessert selection was equally impressive. I couldn't resist indulging in their decadent caviar cheese cake, which was a heavenly way to end the meal.

Bottega Taboo also boasts an excellent selection of wines and cocktails, enhancing the overall dining experience.

The attention to detail and commitment to providing a memorable experience is commendable. It's evident that the team at Bottega Taboo takes great pride in their craft, and it truly reflects in every aspect of the restaurant.

Whether you're looking for a romantic date night or a gathering with friends, Bottega Taboo is the perfect destination. The combination of delectable food, charming ambiance, and impeccable service makes it a must-visit restaurant that I can't wait...

The heavy wooden door was welcoming in front of you, once you stepped in, beautiful interior and table set up , also very welcoming staffs would let you find your seat. We ordered very special cocktails for us those were tangy smoky vivid, and exuberant layers and notes to enjoy you dinner. And we did Taboo Fried Portobello Fries , their signature ceviche, grilled egg plants,- those are shown in the picture. - as an appetizers then we went Grilled Australian Lamb Chops, Grilled Spanish Octopus as entrees... Each set up was perfect, just perfect for late night dine in. 22 years old young chef has bright future. Portobello fries were perfectly battered and super juicy inside and the ceviche was super savory and fresh, grilled egg plants with crunch nuts and sauce would put you in the mood for appetites craving entrees. The Spanish octopus had beautiful layer of creamy hummus with lil kick of something, the lamb chops with blackberry sauce was just perfectly tender and juicy. And the patio !!! Phenomenal cozy and snug. Just seat back and relax to whisper to your love and free smoking!!! Finally with dessert of dark chocolate cake with hint of blue berry sauce I guess, not sure - lil drunk at the moment by my love's love- just right amount of sugary and creamy. Perfect dine in .... Awesome job for the staffs as well as special thanks to GM Ana and the owner Alex. Definitely we...