La Dolce Vita
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Phone: (310) 278-1845
- 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
02/06/2008 Posted by schmenge
I just left a review for another restaurant and then I got to thinking, "Did I leave a review on that great place I was at last year? I and others tend to give a shout-out to the bad places and neglect to give one to the good ones. I didn't leave a review when I had a fantastic meal there at La Dolce Vita, ast year. I went back the next evening again and had just as good dining experience. There are previous posts stating bad service and quality at LDV. You can have a bad meal anywhere from time to time. I was in LA last month. The person I was visiting insisted on going to Mr. Chow's and it was horrible on so many levels, I'm never going back there again. I’m sticking with what I know. I’m going back to LDV the next time in L.A. Anyway, from the bulk of the eviews of La Dolce Vita it seems like this place is still fantastic. It's not a see and be seen kind of place and that's an added thing I like about it. When I was there the food, service and value was extraordinary & I made a point of making a note of it in my PDA. The Maitre D' Ruben who has been there for 35 years treated me like a super somebody when I’m just a schnook from Chicago. I also noted the bartender Trisha was fabulous as I waited to be seated. Some posters have referred to the place as a retirement home. How shallow and petty. One thing I remember that still brings a smile to my face was the couple sitting in the booth across from me when I was there last year. They had to be in their late seventies. They were dressed to the nines, hair perfectly coiffed. What I noted at the time and what was so endearing was that this was obviously their regular place; sitting in their regular booth, and they were chatting with each other with an energy and fondness for one another that I thought at the time you don't even see in young people these days. It was a great thing to experience. Give this place a try.
Pros: Great Food; Great Service; Great Value; Great Atmosphere
Cons: I don't live close enough to go there more.
12/24/2007 Posted by tknechtges
We visited LA for the first time and booked reservations at some of the top restaurants - Cut, Saddle Peak Lodge, and La Dolce Vita, among others. We were very disappointed with La Dolce Vita. We received a cool welcome, were seated next to the kitchen in a cramped booth and tried to talk above a table of 6, with two bratty kids. (Granted - that's not the restaurant's fault - but they did seat us there - and it only added to the disappointment of the entire meal). Appetizers were quickly served, the Caprese salad had more basil than anyone could possibly eat - and the meals were served immediately after we finished. We were only offered coffee at the end - no dessert - and given our check right away. We felt really rushed and finished and were out of there in less than 1 hour - After dining at the incredible Cut, and the outstanding Saddle Peak Lodge - maybe it was just too much to ask to have another outstanding meal. But - we both left disappointed that we had chosen that restaurant - instead of the many other outstanding restaurants we could have picked.
Pros: Quick Service (if that is what you are looking for...)
Cons: Quick service, value, loud wait staff; tight seating
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