Culina Ristorante + Caffè does a terrific job of honoring its Italian roots and capturing the cosmopolitan ethos of the city that never sleeps. The hotel restaurant, located in Los Angeles, presents an upscale spot where a carefully composed wine list, vibrant, authentic cuisines, and exquisite service join forces to offer guests the complete epicurean experience.
Indoor dining is an opportunity to relish traditional dishes prepared with modern techniques in a sprawling Italian wonderland outfitted with a cascading Czechoslovakian chandelier, Crudo bar, and soft music to create a cozy escape, and perhaps, a romantic ambiance.
For comfortable chats, there’s a secluded lounge tucked behind the bar, under the open Beverly Hills sky. But since Culina Ristorante + Caffè is anything but casual, expect a floating fireplace and fine dining in a gorgeous alfresco garden, offset by living walls.
The menu features house-made Italian dishes perfected by generations of Tuscan craftsmanship. From Chef Mette Williams’ pasta, brick-oven pizza, burrata, and salami to LA's only Crudo bar comprising the freshest hand-selected raw seafood.
For dinner, start with Salumi E Formaggi, the chef's assorted meats and cheeses to awaken your palate. You can’t go wrong with Pappardelle All'agnello Brasato, braised lamb from the primi menu, or Vitello Alla Milanese, breaded veal chop from the secondi menu.
Dessert impresses with tiramisu, a wonderful coffee-flavored concoction. Ice cream lovers can build a creamy dreamland with gelati e sorbetti or nitrogen ice cream. The wine list, not to be left out, offers over 400 drink options from Italy and countries beyond.
The café leg of Culina Ristorante + Caffè is just as remarkable. It’s a full Italian-inspired wine and espresso concept boasting delectable food and beverages including coffee, pastries, sweet and sour Italian bites, and wine. The café is open for indoor and outdoor dining.
The restaurant opens every day at 7 a.m. and closes at 10 p.m. on Sundays through Thursday, but at 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. It offers private dining and a specialized menu for all – pets, brunch, dinner, cocktail, pizza, wine, lunch, and all-day. Visit Culina Ristorante + Caffè’s website for more information and to make reservations.
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