La Dolce Vita
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Phone: (424) 354-3400
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- Wilshire Boulevard
- Best of Citysearch:
- Comfort Food 2007, Italian Food 2007, Romantic Dining 2007
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 5pm-close
Message from La Dolce Vita
Old School Cool Italian Restaurant in Beverly Hills
- Unparalled Service
- Landmark Restaurant
- Private Parties
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Editorial Review for La Dolce Vita – by Lilla Zuckerman
The Scene
Not much has changed at this refined dining destination since the Rat Pack made this their red-sauce restaurant of choice. The walls are rustic brick, deep booths boast cushy crimson leather, and old-fashioned lanterns cast a warm glow. Well-dressed clientele swoon on romantic dates or chat-up old friends, while red-coated waiters prepare dishes in copper pans tableside.
The Food
The menu consists of dozens of hearty Italian classics with traditional ingredients. The finely house chopped salad with radicchio, romaine, salami and veggies is a light starter. Gianni's gorgonzola bread consists of an entire sliced loaf with a decadent cheese sauce liberally ladled over it. Pastas, like the tangy tomato and basil nestled in thin cappelini, or fettucini in whipped-cream-light alfredo sauce, can be entree-sized, or served as a side. Lightly battered sand dabs spiked with capers is a lemony sharp entree; veal saltimbocca capped with briny prosciutto and milky mozzarella is a savory treat.
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Insider Tips
ParkingUtilize the $5 valet to bypass the near-impossible search for street parking.
What to DrinkThe wine list is adequate but those with special bottles may consider bringing their own bottle and paying the $20 corkage fee.
Know Before You GoPicky diners, or those with a hankering for something off-menu are in luck. The kitchen is well-versed at heeding substitution requests and preparation suggestions.
User Reviews for La Dolce Vita
06/25/2008 Posted by sjwtexas
I will start out by saying I do not write reviews however I felt the need to with La Dolce Vita. As soon as you walk in the atmosphere speaks for itself. It's definitely warm, welcoming, elegant and classy. As for the service I will say the same with the addition of personable. If you know the saying "You get what you pay for" well... Ruben surpasses this. He is not only talented but also gifted and this shines as soon as you walk in the door. I studied hospitality-culinary-hotel management here in the states as well as Europe. I have even catered the President. I am very familiar with fine dinning and had yet to have a true "fine dining' experience here in the states until now. Ruben and I discussed Tiramisu. Every place always states it is the real thing however I have had yet to have the "real thing" here in the states. Well.. this changed after eating at La Dolce Vita.. Ruben nailed it! I have the original receipt from Italy and make this myself. I highly recommend La Dolce Vita to anyone regardless of the occasion. Ruben is truly one of a kind!
06/18/2008 Posted by avalilyrocks
I was visiting friends, and they suggested to dine here. Let me tell you that the setting reminded me of Old Hollywood. It is a very elegant and classy place. It is packed on weekends, you really have to make reservations beforehand. The wait staff is superfriendly, great customer service. The food is excellent. For my next trip to California, I will definitely stop by!
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