Cube Marketplace & Cafe

(323) 939-1148

615 N La Brea Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036 34.0821 -118.3442

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Neighborhoods: Melrose, Central LA

DIVINEPASTA.COM

Hours:

Monday To Saturday From 11:00 AM To 10:30 PM

Last updated 6.23.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Ethnic Market Products:

Italian Food Products

Restaurant Special Features:

Lunch Spot, Romantic Dining, B.Y.O.B.

Cuisine:

Italian

What People Are Saying About Cube Marketplace & Cafe

Featured Review

Martha Burr

Contributor

Now that Cube stocks a fair amount of wine to accompany Chef Erin Eastland's ever-changing menu, the sidewalk patio is an even more popular spot for Angelenos serious about eating good food without sacrificing atmosphere or enduring a "Hollywood" scene. The interior's deep-red tones and gleaming cheese bar--surrounded by shelves lined with fresh pastas and gourmet items--lend the small space a surprisingly lively feel. The menu straddles Old-World Italian comfort food and Molto-Mario style haute cuisine, and the friendly staff is equally low-key when discussing it. While the offerings are…

Editor's Tips

Where to Sit:
Under the patio umbrellas it's fun to people-watch on weekends.
Know Before You Go:
Hop online to download this week's menu at www.cubemarketplace.com.
Fun Fact:
Did somebody say cheese? There are over 85 fromages to drool over, and they all come to the table helpfully labeled.
Parking:
There are generally spots available at night along this stretch of La Brea just south of Melrose, but valet is also available.
Parking:
There are generally spots open at night along this stretch of La Brea just south of Melrose, but valet is also available.
Save Money:
In addition to a very special Valentine's Day menu ($50/ person), the marketplace at Cube is hosting a major in-store and online sale from February 12th-February 14th (40% off!) on syrups, sea salts, chocolates and the other difficult-to-locate fancy food items.
Save Money:
In addition to a very special Valentine's Day menu ($50/ person), the marketplace at Cube is hosting a major in-store and online sale from February 12th-February 14th (40% off!) on amazing syrups, sea salts, chocolates and the other difficult-to-locate fancy food items sold inside this lovely gourmet haven.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. So if you like cheese, no atmosphere and byob than this is your place.
  2. Really nice place, small, comfortable, nice staff.
  3. The service is great, the atmosphere is great, the food is excellent, especially the sweet corn stuffed pasta with brown butter sauce.
  4. cozy place
  5. would highly recommend this place whether as a great casual date spot or a fun place to sit with friends over a bottle of wine.
  6. Its fun to bring your own and it definitely makes the bill more reasonable at the end of the night.
  7. This is a must go and a must bring friends-- really fun experience and great food!
  8. The atmosphere is great, dim lighting and low music create an atmosphere that focuses on the flavor experience.
  9. The ambience was pleasant and casual, while the menu seemed basic but promising--offering an array of pastas, pizzas, and daily specials, along with a large volume of cheeses (the list is a little overwhelming there are so many).
  10. Cube is a good place to go for a fun night with friends (ask about the dining room in back), a romantic dinner, or a laid-back meal (or just cheese and appetizers!)
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. recommend the pestos, the vodka sauce and the lobster ravioli in a safron cream sauce.
  2. Our group started with a small selection of cheeses (the triple cream was divine, I've had better machengo); then we ordered a variety of pastas (paperdelle with mushroom & sausage, lasagne) and grilled fish with vegetables - everything was quite deliciou
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. This is a great cheese bar and they also serve some wonderful pastas.
  2. The establishment does not have an alcohol license, but they allow you to bring your favorite bottle of wine (or two!)
  3. The reason they get two stars instead of the obliterated one, is because my friend loves their cheese and they don't have a liquor license so you can bring your own bottle of wine.
  4. The cheese bar is awesome definatly give it a whirl (i usually just ask the server to pick as I am cheese-illiterate).
  5. would highly recommend this place whether as a great casual date spot or a fun place to sit with friends over a bottle of wine.
  6. you can bring a bottle of wine and they will open it for you without any corkage fees, which is real nice.
  7. went to Cube fully equipped with a beautiful bottle of wine and an open mind to try the unusual, imported cheeses I had been hearing about.
food quality
91.11000061035156% positive
  1. The food was delicious.
  2. This is a must go and a must bring friends-- really fun experience and great food!
  3. We had salads to start the heirloom tomatoes were super yummy and the wild arugula very spicy and crunchy.
  4. They have a ton of great cheeses and meats from around the world, and they have a catalogue with info about each one.
  5. This is such a lovely little find - fresh pastas and a great selection of cheeses for purchase plus a cafe serving fresh, simple food!
  6. modern, lots of fresh flowers, great friendly cafe feel.
  7. The waitstaff is very knowledgible on the cured meats and cheeses which is impressive.
  8. enjoyed the atomosphere, the service was excellent, the prices were exceptional for the food value, and the quality was excellent.
  9. think so - it is not fancy, but has good prices and great food.
  10. The best part is it's BYOB with no corkage and the food is really reasonable for what you get.
  11. The peach caprese salad is fresh and tasty, as well as the fig appetizer.
  12. But wait, you have to also try the flank steak with chimchurri and a marinated half chicken-- even though I heart pasta and will only order pasta at an Italian Restaurant, the chicken and steak can't be missed.
  13. am not sure what people are referring to when they describe a complimentary plate of cheese/fig that is served when you first sit down--I was never given this, and instead was served bland, luke warm bread with no butter or accompaniment.
  14. To a carb freak like me, how could pasta ever be bad, so I had thought.
  15. If you like cheese, you'll love this place - the most amazing, delicious selection I've ever seen anywhere!
  16. The slate tile for meat and cheese plates is so cool; they label the meats and cheeses for you!
  17. have never had a bad experience here -- the servers are always friendly and very helpful with menu recommendations and the food is delicious.
  18. love the awesome variety of fresh pasta and homemade sauces.
  19. recommend the pestos, the vodka sauce and the lobster ravioli in a safron cream sauce.
  20. the greens tasted quite fresh, and had a nice flavor and texture without being over done.
  21. My two favorite side dishes-- the cannollini beans and the mac and cheese.
  22. The ambience was pleasant and casual, while the menu seemed basic but promising--offering an array of pastas, pizzas, and daily specials, along with a large volume of cheeses (the list is a little overwhelming there are so many).
  23. My dining experience has been great-- you don't feel rushed, they want you to enjoy the food.
  24. The pizzas are creative and delicious and in my opinion make a great appetizer to share with the table.
  25. the flat bread was also served warm and was very good.
  26. Next, the wonderful pancetta wrapped pork and spaghetti squash with another shredded squash.
  27. .... the cheese was very tasty.
  28. Yum, it is triangle shaped pasta stuffed with sweet corn sprinkled with perfectly crisped bacon pieces and topped with a delicious brown butter sauce, it melts in your mouth.
  29. This deli tries to be an upscale establishment, but is nothing more than some simple cheap food that goes well with its terrible service.
  30. the food is quite good.
  31. had the zucchini blossoms that were crispy and light and served with the tomato basil sauce.
  32. They have an extensive cheese menu (if it seems intimidating just ask the waiter, they will get a feel for how adventuresome you are and make suggestions) and the meats are amazing too.
  33. The food is tops, the waiters are friendly and attentive (last time I ordered my waiter said "i think you had that last time--wanna try something new?
  34. told my waitress, an opera singer, that working with such exquisite food must be inspiring.
  35. The service is great, the atmosphere is great, the food is excellent, especially the sweet corn stuffed pasta with brown butter sauce.
  36. Our group started with a small selection of cheeses (the triple cream was divine, I've had better machengo); then we ordered a variety of pastas (paperdelle with mushroom & sausage, lasagne) and grilled fish with vegetables - everything was quite deliciou
  37. Cube is a good place to go for a fun night with friends (ask about the dining room in back), a romantic dinner, or a laid-back meal (or just cheese and appetizers!)
  38. Secret tip: they are aways willing to mix and match the pasta and sauces, so if you don't like the combinations presented ask for a different pairing.
  39. The pasta was decent but there wasn't a huge selection.
  40. All the food is great -- carpaccio, pizza, salad, it's all good!
  41. The fresh pastas and sauces are amazing.
  42. Everything I had was great, my husband had the chimichuri flank steak and loved it.
  43. Not many places in LA care if you enjoy their food, but Cube does.
  44. my wife's mixed green salad was nice
  45. With red walls and tons of stainless steel, it has a warm and modern feeling that is complimented by tons of fresh flowers.
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. Great variety, wonderful cheese, excellent specials
  2. The pasta was decent but there wasn't a huge selection.
  3. The ambience was pleasant and casual, while the menu seemed basic but promising--offering an array of pastas, pizzas, and daily specials, along with a large volume of cheeses (the list is a little overwhelming there are so many).
  4. have never had a bad experience here -- the servers are always friendly and very helpful with menu recommendations and the food is delicious.
  5. Our group started with a small selection of cheeses (the triple cream was divine, I've had better machengo); then we ordered a variety of pastas (paperdelle with mushroom & sausage, lasagne) and grilled fish with vegetables - everything was quite deliciou
  6. In addition to their great selection of cheeses and their unique way of featuring them (on a black chalkboard-type plate with the names of the cheeses written on), they have a number of wonderful pastas and raviolis.
  7. This is such a lovely little find - fresh pastas and a great selection of cheeses for purchase plus a cafe serving fresh, simple food!
  8. If you like cheese, you'll love this place - the most amazing, delicious selection I've ever seen anywhere!
  9. love the awesome variety of fresh pasta and homemade sauces.
  10. great variety of cheeses
  11. They have an extensive cheese menu (if it seems intimidating just ask the waiter, they will get a feel for how adventuresome you are and make suggestions) and the meats are amazing too.
  12. The menu does change weekly so be on the lookout for new pastas and great farmers' market driven fare.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. It's a great place for getting together with the girls.
  2. favorite casual restaurant
  3. Really nice place, small, comfortable, nice staff.
  4. would highly recommend this place whether as a great casual date spot or a fun place to sit with friends over a bottle of wine.
  5. Cube is a good place to go for a fun night with friends (ask about the dining room in back), a romantic dinner, or a laid-back meal (or just cheese and appetizers!)
service
90.4800033569336% positive
  1. Really nice place, small, comfortable, nice staff.
  2. It was awesome and we had great service.
  3. am not sure what people are referring to when they describe a complimentary plate of cheese/fig that is served when you first sit down--I was never given this, and instead was served bland, luke warm bread with no butter or accompaniment.
  4. They have an extensive cheese menu (if it seems intimidating just ask the waiter, they will get a feel for how adventuresome you are and make suggestions) and the meats are amazing too.
  5. have never had a bad experience here -- the servers are always friendly and very helpful with menu recommendations and the food is delicious.
  6. The service is great, the atmosphere is great, the food is excellent, especially the sweet corn stuffed pasta with brown butter sauce.
  7. thought the staff were all friendly and knowledgable.
  8. enjoyed the atomosphere, the service was excellent, the prices were exceptional for the food value, and the quality was excellent.
  9. cannot imagine anyone having a less than stellar experience here--the staff is friendly and eager to recommend cheeses (they really prevent the long list of AMAZING cheese from becoming overwhelming) and there is something for everyone.
  10. The food is tops, the waiters are friendly and attentive (last time I ordered my waiter said "i think you had that last time--wanna try something new?
  11. The cheese bar is awesome definatly give it a whirl (i usually just ask the server to pick as I am cheese-illiterate).
  12. the server was quite pleasant, but as I read in one review about cube, and agree with, the service was also inattentive.
  13. Wanting to taste their very best, I asked the waitress to bring us a few of their best cheeses.
  14. told my waitress, an opera singer, that working with such exquisite food must be inspiring.
  15. modern, lots of fresh flowers, great friendly cafe feel.
  16. This deli tries to be an upscale establishment, but is nothing more than some simple cheap food that goes well with its terrible service.
  17. Service was very friendly and helpful.
  18. the service is real friendly (although not so attentive).
  19. Bad service.
  20. The service was nice.
  21. The servers were nice and easy going.
value
80.0% positive
  1. The pasta was decent but there wasn't a huge selection.
  2. enjoyed the atomosphere, the service was excellent, the prices were exceptional for the food value, and the quality was excellent.
  3. This deli tries to be an upscale establishment, but is nothing more than some simple cheap food that goes well with its terrible service.
  4. The prices are reasonable enough to allow for it, and the leftovers are even better the next day.
  5. think so - it is not fancy, but has good prices and great food.
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. cannot imagine anyone having a less than stellar experience here--the staff is friendly and eager to recommend cheeses (they really prevent the long list of AMAZING cheese from becoming overwhelming) and there is something for everyone.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/29/11

Fantastic pastas and prepared Italian food!

by The LA Gourmet at Citysearch

The Divine Pasta Company has a new look and a new name, Cube Café, Cheesebar, and Marketplace. While small in size, and relegated mostly to the corners and sides of the restaurant, the specialty food shop offers a nice selection of pestos, olive oils, salts, dried pastas, grains, and other pantry staples. Glass door refrigerators and freezers on both sides also display imported cheeses, salumis, and Cube’s signature prepared foods like Velvet Tomato Soup, Fresh Herb Marinated Wild Mahi Mahi, and Four Cheese Mac & Cheese. And, of course, it still stocks fresh Divine Pasta Company pastas, including flat noodles like Egg Pappardelle and Spinach Fettuccine and ravioli stuffed with roasted eggplant, wild mushrooms, and other classic ingredients.

@thelagourmet

4 Star Rating: Recommended

04/17/10

Two words: cheese plate!

by weho333 at Citysearch

I love the cheese selection here.

That is all!

Oh, and good date place.

  • Pros: Great food and vibe
4 Star Rating: Recommended

02/26/10

Venison Meatloaf!

by theminty at Citysearch

What does it feel like to eat in a private dining room? Well, I found out a few weeks ago when I called in a reservation for 5. We were seated in the wine room at a table meant for 6. It was awesome and we had great service.

The things to get are the maple braised bacon and the venison meatloaf. I also enjoyed the scallops.

The menu does change weekly so be on the lookout for new pastas and great farmers' market driven fare.

  • Pros: cozy
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/07/09

Delicious Food & Great Atmosphere

by akp80 at Citysearch

The service is great, the atmosphere is great, the food is excellent, especially the sweet corn stuffed pasta with brown butter sauce. Yum, it is triangle shaped pasta stuffed with sweet corn sprinkled with perfectly crisped bacon pieces and topped with a delicious brown butter sauce, it melts in your mouth. I will be going back for sure.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

06/09/09

Very delicious Italian in a small package

by jay2002 at Citysearch

Discovered this place today when looking for a lunch spot in Hollywood for a business lunch. Very cute little Italian cafe with a small number of tables inside and nice terrace outside (on La Brea). Inside has a wine section, a giant cheese selection, and lots of italian charm. The food was delicious. We had salads to start the heirloom tomatoes were super yummy and the wild arugula very spicy and crunchy. Veal Milanese for lunch with a side of (gasp) 4 cheese mac and cheese with black truffle oil. And actually felt good afterwords. The service was nice. I also had the sparkling home-made lemonade to drink which was good not too sweet. Of the pasta dishes about half were not available for lunch which was a shame since one of them (sweet corn stuffed pasta with brown butter) looked like it could have made the day... will have to wait to next time.

  • Pros: Great lunch spot
  • Cons: Some pasta dishes not available at lunch

The Details on Cube Marketplace & Cafe

Place Categories:

  • like wonderful cheese
  • great food
  • great service
  • fresh pastas
  • really nice place
  • always friendly servers
  • friendly staff
  • great awesome variety
  • great everything
  • impressive cured meats
  • never bad dining experience
  • fresh homemade sauces
  • nice mixed green salad
  • like casual restaurant
  • flat bread
  • nice corkage fees
  • good prices
  • great friendly cafe
  • great atomosphere
  • great atmosphere
  • light zucchini blossoms
  • very spicy heirloom tomatoes
  • favorite brie
  • fresh peach caprese salad
  • creative pizzas

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