Beautiful modern hip space- 2 levels of indoor seating and then a rooftop outdoors. There is an elevator for any mobility issues. Service was very good. Just like his original restaurant, Felix, the steak Florentino was delicious, seasoned, and cooked perfectly. The Dama salad was good. I liked the meatballs, which seemed like they were crusted on the exterior. My fiance didn't like that. The Cacio pepe,pesto pasta, and ragu linguine were all great. Gelati and baba au rhum were both scrummy. Funke is definitely worth trying, and I would come back. read more

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I came here for my birthday. Omgeeee! The best Italian food I've ever had in Los Angeles. From the salsa verde shrimp to the steak to the rigatoni and the bread!! Was all immaculate. Far exceeded my expectations. Great recommendations. Great drinks. Amazing atmosphere. Nice service. So many cute and unique areas to take pictures. Cannot wait to go back. I've been thinking about this place since and have not stopped talking about it! read more

Funke - Yummy - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

I was there for a dinner with clients. Overall I have mixed feelings about Funke even if I really wanted to love it. The evening started of the wrong foot, first the hostess at the front but also our waiter both made the statement that our reservation was for two hours, 'please be ready to be done by 8pm'. Seriously it's rude, it sets the wrong tone and frankly what are you going to do about it if we are still seated at 8.05pm. It was tacky even if I understand you need to turn tables, there are a million better ways for you to achieve the same result. Food was excellent, portion were good size, overall I must say no complaint. We didn't get deserts so I cannot comment on that but again we would have exceeded our allocated time if we had ordered desert, I guess the lack of coffee and desert to the bill failed to be accounted for by management in their strict guidelines, really stupid. Will I go back? Probably not but I am glad I tried the place. read more

First of all, I want to say that the food was SPECTACULAR! We ordered the Sfincione Palermitano for appy. It was a puffed focaccia bursting with flavors. For entree we went with the Cacio e Pepe and the Tagliatelle. Both were wonderful! Of course the pasta was fresh, but the flavors were out of this world! Definitely worth the hype. And for dessert, you must order the Meringata. A lemon blueberry granita with creme fraiche and panna cotta. Why I gave this place 4 stars? I was confused with the ambiance. We were seated upstairs instead of the main dining area where I had originally requested in my reservation. I honestly felt like we were sent to the kids' table, or "the back". The music was very loud and I felt like I was about to go clubbing afterwards. (Yes I said "clubbing"! I'm that old!) I didn't expect classical music, but I also didn't expect hip hop as I ate my $50 entree. We've done upscale and we've done hole in the walls, but I was a little bit turned off with the snootiness of the service. I'm not gonna say "what do you expect from Beverly Hills?" because it is not the case for other places we've been to. Other than that, I would still recommend Funke. Would I come back? Absolutely! But maybe not for a while. read more

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Yes, I am another victim/slave of hype from hearing about Funke after watching his feature on Noodles (Netflix). Getting reservations was easier than I thought, be ready exactly a week before to make them and you should be golden! The layout was pretty cool and modern inside, and we didn't even get to check out the 2nd or 3rd floor. Enough with the nonsense, let's get to what we're all here for: -Squash blossoms: incredible. Light and crispy with a delicious cheesy, creamy filling. -Filet mignon tartare: the absolute star of the night. The focaccia served with this was like eating a cloud of deliciousness. We were scraping the bowl with it by the end. -Panzanella salad: delicious heirloom tomato salad with burrata on top -Fennel and honey crisp salad: one of the specials of the night, but it was just meh. The most forgettable dish of the night -Pappardelle in duck ragu: WOW the pasta was so delicious, texture was also on point -Tagliatelle in ragu bolognese: again, amazing pasta! Sauce was delicious and on the lighter side (in a good way). The service was also absolutely on point here! Cocktails were amazing. Our water glasses never went more than 10 seconds of being empty. We will definitely be coming back!! read more

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Start with the rooftop bar. The ambiance and allure is worthy of any special occasion or a cozy evening with friends. There were two dishes that I must try again, the Bolognese Pasta and the Squash Blossoms. Go with an appetite and enjoy. read more

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I'll start off with the good stuff. Food was good across the board. Some great (duck ragu was star of the night, followed by focaccia), some good (bolognese was good, needed cheese, pesto was good), some meh (ravioli in butter sauce blah, no flavor, citrus fennel salad good, but not worth it). Wine pairings suggested by waiter were excellent. The real issue for us was that one of the servers spilled a glass of red wine on my husband that splashed on the rest of us. Of course, my husband had on a brand new, expensive, light colored shirt, and the wine was all over the sleeve, his jeans, my sweater and my sister in law's shirt. Thankfully she & I both had black on. A few servers rushed over to clean up the wine off the floor which they did quickly. No one offered my husband, or any of us anything to clean off our clothes. And no one thought to offer something for my husband to get his shirt cleaned. Zero, nada. He asked if they had wine away, and someone said yes, and they brought him a couple Shout stain wipes. Unfortunately those did not do the trick. His jeans and shirt still stained. What really shocked me was that instead of offering to comp something - anything we ordered, they brought us another pasta as an apology. Here's the thing - we were all stuffed by then, it was the end of the dinner, no one asked us if were wanted anything, and they just brought something random to the table. We all tried it, but they could have done much, much better giving us credit for something we wanted instead of shoving more food at us on an already crowded table. No acknowledgement from anyone except the waiter when he brought the pasta dish. Is a restaurant this expensive, I would call this really poor service. This was an opportunity to shine, and they missed it. My friend who had joined us for dinner just finished reading Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara, and that kind of put an exclamation point on this whole experience. Both my sister in law & my friend had previously been to Funke around 9 months ago and both commented that the service has really fallen down over the last 9 months - not close to what it was last time they dined there. I happen to be in HR, so always want to cut employees and organizations some slack for figuring out how to even operate in California - I know it's hard to hire and manage here and next to impossible to just keep up with the changing landscape in CA. It was hard to find our waiter when we needed him, so I know they were very busy that night. That said, we've been out to a lot of restaurants in southern CA, and this was a bummer ending to our meal and our experience. read more

We were SOOO excited to try Funke after loving Motherwolf and Felix but it was unfortunately just a hype. To start, We waited 20 min to be seated past our original reservation time.. Once seated upstairs, the restaurant was way too loud to hear your guest across from you. We'd literally catch ourselves leaning in to yell to one another..We ordered everything we saw that we liked on the menu but it wasn't anything spectacular.. My favorites were the fennel salad and Meringata dessert, sadly not even the pasta.. We did also enjoy the bottle of red that the sommelier recommended!. It was nice to try this new restaurant but not interested in going back. read more

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If you saw the Netflix show and want to taste the handmade pasta, RSVP FOR THE EARLIEST RESERVATION POSSIBLE!!!! We had a late-night reservation and were informed that the restaurant was out of handmade pasta due to the large demand from the show. It was extra frustrating because we could see actual handmade pasta right behind the host stand but was told that was for the next day's service. :( The very nice managers were able to accomodate us by finding one fresh pasta option still left for the day (the Angolotti). Food review: Arancino Catanese: Hard pass. They taste like pizza bites and were anti climatic. Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe: Absolutely disgusting. I took 1.5 bites and gave up. I have no problem with al dente pasta, but this had a very gummy, rubbery mouth feel. Covered in a bland cream sauce and drowned in pepper. The handmade Angolotti: Amazing. 5 stars. This is an example of why you come here. Wow. So delicate yet delicious. Ambiance: Note that we were seated upstairs. Right behind us was an elevator, which was fairly distracting because every time it opened, it flooded the room with bright light. It is also very noisy upstairs - I think sound is either bouncing off the ceiling or carrying up and over. Not a romantic setting, which is fine, but no decor or anything to really give it a vibe. Service: While the on-shift manager(s?) were SUPER nice, the actual wait staff wasn't really on top of it. To be super fair to the staff, we were a later in the evening reservation on a Friday so I'm sure they were super tired. Examples of what I was hoping for from our service: Someone to come by and check in on how we liked the food, someone to come by and check on refilling our soda. It was like, once our order was submitted, that was it. The managers did ask us to come back another time and try the food again, but it takes us over an hour to get to the bowels of Beverly Hills (the Bermuda triangle of Los Angeles hahahah). So yeah - final takeaway is - if you are really set on trying this place out, get the earlier reservation for the day and call ahead if you have your heart set on a specific dish to ensure it is available. read more

Insanely delicious with a great vibe. We drove up from Newport for our anniversary and left HUGE fans of Funke. The big glass box of hand pasta making greets you upon entrance. We had a reservation and after a short wait, we were seated on the 2nd floor. The wait staff (waiters, runners, busers) were all excellent, though Hostesses were average for such a good place. Saw Chef Funke having a casual convo with a customer, enjoying the amazing restaurant he created. Most everything on the menu looked good, so we got a little guidance from the waiter for our final selections. I'm not a foodie. This place was rad....Bread, apps, salad, pastas, desert ALL great read more

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You must try this glamorous new restaurant in Beverly Hills by the same chef of Mother Wolf and Felix in Santa Barbara. Funke - SFINCIONE IN BLANCO FIORI DI ZUCCH - Absolutely perfect in every way! DiAVOLA PIZZA - Delicious texture, flavor and crunch! AGNOLOTTI PEL PLIN. - slightly bland but good. RIGATONI AllAMATRECANA - delicious al dente pasta. CANNOLI - a bit bland, not sweet enough. TORTA Di CHOCOLATO - HAZELNUT - not bad but I wouldn't order this again. BOMBOLONI - My favorite dessert we had. Filled with delicious custard. The staff! Chuck - incredibly kind person. Leslie (manager) - she was beyond the best manager at a restaurant I've ever experienced. The attentiveness is on another level. Matthew (waiter) - he was superb! Justin (bartender) - so kind, offered to buy me a drink for my birthday. Such a kind soul. He also makes delicious drinks! read more

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Had dinner at Funke last night and I'm still dreaming about it. My friend and I started with drinks on the rooftop, which was so cute. I really appreciate that Funke offers non alcoholic drinks on their menu. I ordered the Zagato which was a passion fruit based drink and was so tasty. For dinner we ate at the restaurant and it did not disappoint. The La Mortazza was deliciously nutty, peppery, and meaty but I also found a bit heavy as an appetizer. The Dama Bianca was a nice palate refresher after having the La Mortazza but was definitely on the more acidic end for me. The pastas at Funke are cooked to al dente perfection and are so so so so so good. We ordered the cacio e pepe that was deliciously cheesy and creamy, but was slightly salty (most likely from the pecorino). The orecchiette was by far my favorite and had a nice spicy kick to it. Minus the, portions were definitely on the smaller end. But it's expected when you eat at $$$$ restaurants. I was on the 2nd floor and it was so incredibly loud between the music and the volume in which everyone was talking. My friend and I had to keep asking each other to repeat ourselves. Also it's really dark and difficult to read the menu. While pricey, the pasta alone makes Funke worth visiting. read more

Funke - La Mortazza - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

If you ever find yourself in Beverly Hills, Funke is a solid pick for a classy meal and drink. The restaurant is divided into three floors, with a bar on the roof. For our meal, we sat on the second level. Warm, low-light atmosphere with a comfortable booth and table setup. Great service through and through. Compliments to the staff for making the experience smooth and seamless. Now, when it comes to the food itself, we noticed a theme. The cocktails were wonderful. The tomato-focaccia appetizer, fennel salad, and the Diavola pizza were excellent. Here's the thing. Evan Funke is known for his pasta, and we ordered with that in mind. We ordered the Bolognese and Rigatoni All'Amatriciana. To be frank, we were disappointed. To our taste, the bolognese was mushy, too milky and not enough tomato. The rigatoni tasted and had the texture of oak bark. Perhaps we had an off night on the pasta front. If you're feeling pricy, you'll find great cocktails and a damn good slice of pizza at Funke. Picture courtesy of FunkeLA online gallery. read more

Funke - First floor of Funke Restaurant. - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

I was honestly extremely underwhelmed.. While the service and ambiance are great, the food left something to be desired. Since this is a sister restaurant to Mother Wolf (same chef, and whose food I really enjoyed), I expected everything to be on par.. but to be frank, the only thing I personally actually enjoyed would be the stuffed banana blossoms. I would recommend the stuffed banana blossoms and skip the focaccia bread. While the focaccia was fluffy, it was too salty for my own personal tastes. We then ordered 4 pastas, with one being off-menu and the price shocked us at the end when it wasn't properly disclosed that the pappardelle didn't already come with truffle. -Pappardelle w/ porcini mushrooms and black truffle: pasta seemed overcooked as it was really soft and had no bite. Extremely mild flavor, and was not worth the whopping $105+ it came out to be. -Tagliatelle bolognese: same soft overcooked pasta as the pappardelle, just sliced thinner. Sauce was more flavorful and one of the better pastas of the night. -Rigatoni pomodoro: nice al dente texture and another best of the night. -Cacio e pepe: great pasta texture, most al dente of the night, but just not a fan of the flavor profile. Very one dimensional. We ordered the recommended panna cotta and peach & almond tarte for dessert.. While they weren't bad, I personally wouldn't order them again. Both were on the tart end and didn't seem to have enough base/filling. At almost $500 for food I didn't absolutely love, I wouldn't come back again. read more

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Came on a Friday to Bar Funke. You can make reservations 1 week in advance but we walked in and put our name down for a seat, luckily they had a high top open. The service and ambiance was great. The food was mostly good, but there were some dishes like the Arancini that was a little dry for me: would've been good with sauce. Outside of that, rest of experience was great! read more

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I was so excited to try this new spot given all the hype around it and the fact that I'm a big fan of Felix and Mother Wolf. Funke's menu consists of some of the best-selling items from the other two restaurants and some of its own. We had a pre-selected menu since we were a big party, and there were definitely some winners and some not-good options. Some of the appetizers we had were the fiori di zucca for appetizers, which are my absolute favorite from Felix. They were just as good here, so I'm glad they weren't a miss. We also had their focaccia options, both of which were delicious. I can't remember the names, but the one that tasted like pizza was my favorite. Their pasta was on point. Cooked perfectly al dente. We had their Cacio e Pepe and rigatoni all'amatriciana. Both of them were great, but I would definitely make sure to order the rigatoni for every visit. Their diavola pizza was good, a bit of a kick. Again, a favorite from Felix/MF. Their florentine steak was good for a florentine steak. I'm not a fan ever since I tried it in Florence. It's too rare for me. We did have leftovers, and I was told that when reheated, it was even better since it cooked more. Their desserts were good but not amazing. Specifically talking about their cannoli and their chocolate cake. Vibes were nice. Apparently the outdoor area is really nice, but I didn't get to check it out. The overall experience was great, but I wasn't blown away. Given the difficulty to book a reservation, I would recommend going to Felix or Mother Wolf and you'll get the same quality of food. read more

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Perfect for a classy date night or upscale birthday / celebration dinner - definitely on the pricier side, but with a great ambiance! Also offers a gorgeous rooftop bar / patio area with yummy drinks. read more

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Outstanding food. The whole vibe was exciting, The pasta dishes were incredible. The service was immaculate. Really a great experience read more

The food here is so good, but you should only come here with that person in your life who talks and talks and talks and talks, while you sit there and pretend to listen. Because you can't hear him here. So enjoy your delicious meal in the buzz of all the noise around you, and smile and nod, like you always do. read more

Funke is now one of my favorite restaurants in LA. The food is exceptional and the restaurant itself is beautiful. We also had a great server who was very attentive and helpful with recommendations. This is a perfect date night restaurant or a great place to take out-of-town visitors. They'll be very impressed. 10/10 would recommend! read more

Funke - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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I had an amazing experience at Funke! The food was absolutely delicious--every bite was full of flavor and clearly made with care. From the presentation to the taste, everything was top-notch. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff were friendly and attentive. I'll definitely be coming back again soon. Highly recommend! read more

Funke - Cocktail menu as of 4-18-25 - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

the short version: excellent pasta, polished service, well designed dining room. So, most people already know about evan funke and his skills with pasta. the menu is broken down into sections one section has the pastas made by machine, then another section with all the handrolled/cut pasta, etc. the prices are about normal for what you would pay for a restaurant of this caliber. we had the mushroom pasta special among other normal menu items and the pasta was perfection. reservations are available 1 week before and they go fast. i recommend checking all the time if you are wanting a very specific time. you can always take your chances and walk in without one, but we saw people being turned away for not having a reservation. we made ours for 915pm on a tuesday night and were seated within 10 minutes of our reservation time. you can also see if there is space on the roof top deck, but i think for now its only drinks and desserts for the time being. Our server was cara and even though she was very busy, the restaurant was completely full on a tuesday night at 930pm, she took great care of us. the service is polished and you can tell they hired the right staff. she told us about the specials and what was sold out already. After dinner we wanted an an after dinner drink, she sent jenna the sommelier over to recommend something for us. We had a nice chat with jenna about some choices and decided on an interesting barolo chinato. Their list of aperitifs is extensive. The restaurant is three floors and has different areas to sit. i dont like how some popular restaurants are very small and the tables are very close together and loud (bestia). if you can get seated in their private dining room area, that might be the most quiet and intimate place to dine for the time being. the interior is well executed and the chandeliers are perfect. in closing, remember this restaurant just opened and as such they are still adjusting to the flow of service. plus being the hottest new restaurant in town means they are busy. there will be hiccups until they get into full stride. for now i think they are on the right path foward and 5 stars is attainable. as for people whining about the 4 percent employee benefit fee, just ask them toremove it, if you are so against it. recommened for sure! read more

Funke - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

One of my absolute favorite restaurants in LA. Funke delivers an unforgettable Italian dining experience- with fresh, hand-rolled pasta that's genuinely on another level. You can taste the craftsmanship in every bite. Their wine list is thoughtful and beautifully curated to complement the menu, and the rooftop bar adds that perfect touch of ambiance. Chef Evan Funke is truly a master of his craft. You can feel his passion and precision in every dish-from the classics to the seasonal specials. The service is warm, attentive, and unpretentious, which makes the whole experience even more memorable. Whether you're celebrating something special or just want to treat yourself to a proper Italian meal, Funke is a must. read more

As soon as I heard there was a 'new pasta place', I couldn't have been there any sooner. Still within its first week+ of opening, Funke is in an interesting spot located near the 'artsy 76 fuel station' at Crescent on South/Little Santa Monica Blvd., take your pick. There appear to be quite a few different entrances, but the open one will be obvious. This place is three floors. Right when you walk in, there is the host stand to your left, and a small bar to your right. There were at least two friendly hostesses directing you where to go (I wanted Bar Funke on the rooftop) and was guided to the stairs. I was in heels so this was going to be some serious exercise. Being there early, you're still able to catch a lot of sun (which I try to avoid) so I was able to find a nice shaded seat at this outdoor bar, which had about 7-8 chairs. I ended up knowing the bartender (Justin) from another venue I would go to, so this was an unexpected pleasant surprise! His drink recommendations were helpful, considering he's speaking to someone who doesn't drink, and I was able to enjoy just one tonight along with their stracciatella gelato. This was a really enjoyable evening, from the nice couple on my left side, to the hostesses/servers/bartenders that were on tonight. Since they're still so new, there was no food available on the roof (just drinks and desserts) but they anticipate a 'Bar Funke' menu soon. I really enjoyed what I had so far, so I'm looking forward to this on my next trip. Collette (I hope I spelled that correctly) was the manager I met on my visit, and she was wonderful as well. Soon, I will update this after I have enjoyed additional offerings here; the hard part will be narrowing it down to one...but for now, I'm happy to leave 5-stars simply due to a great first visit. Note: there is a 4% 'wellness' fee tacked on; it is mentioned on the lower half of the menu in addition to your bill, and can be removed upon request... read more

Funke - Stracciatella - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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Top notch service. The pasta is phenomenal. Seats and tables are tight downstairs. Request seating upstairs. read more

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Palazzo Barberini met The Broad on Bumble and stumbled into love. Your blue funk will lift as you enter Funke. Opulent, grand, slick, modern, it's Mother Wolf on steroids and proof that nouveau is nouveau again. It's a Gucci outlet with real food instead of the foamed philosophy of Massimo Bottura. The decor is all chrome, glass, bleached wood with a bee hive of activity in the kitchens and dining rooms. It's like dining at South Coast Plaza on Black Friday. A two story Nonna Pasta glassed in Lab Atrium rivals Din Tai Fung where the flour flies and noodles kneaded. There are dining rooms on floors one and two with a Bar and limited menu taking up the third floor. A pleasant doorman lights up the entry with his smile. Then the charming hostees meet, great and seat you. A 70's loop thumps in case Chef Funke wants to bust a move at the Pass Through. The Staff: There is an army of staffers to help you make a nest in an ample booth or a B-lister tiny two top. I am a loyal Funke punk and have been to Felix and Mother Wolf more times than the silent partners. So, I was truly looking forward to my first dinner here. The Bar: Its as large as Funke's concept. Big. Twelve Signature Cocktails requiring mad googling the ingredients along with a huge curated wine list. I asked for a Whisky Sour with no Egg Whites on one big rock. I got double egg whites up neat. Oh well. It was just dandy liquid candy all the same. Who gets a table when no one gets a table? Whales, sharks, snakes, rakes and Beverly Hillians who think driving to Venice to hit Felix required a passport and exchanging currency. Bring your head shot portfolios, just in case. The Food: While the Servers, Runners and Bussers were all as eager as Lab Puppies, the Kitchen seemed a little overwhelmed. (Opening night jitters?) The entire order must go in at the same time so that the Kitchen can parse out the dining experience. Good idea in the pep rally before opening for dinner service, but there has to be some sense to what and when what comes out of the kitchen. This Kitchen team here reminded me of the talking dog who was asked how he liked his sex? "Ruff" he replied. First, a Salad showed up, sometime later a second Salad appeared. The two Sfincione (Focaccia) came out as the pasta was served. Later I asked for one scoop of Chocolate Chip Gelati for my Crostada. "The kitchen says 'no' said Hannah, the sweet server. Gelati keeps, so perhaps why not make a little extra? There are no surprises on the menu. It's Funke's greatest hits, all the regular repitoire players mostly from either Felix or Mother Wolf, (sadly, no hearth baked Batard with Cultured Butter from Bucato). One would think (hope) that with Chef Funke's encyclopedic knowledge of Italian cuisine he would have stepped out of the box and come up with something reserved for special occasions, The Medici, close friends, Nonnas, or Sunday Supper. The Sfincione in Bianco is from Felix except this one was way salty. The Sfincione Palermitano has crushed Tomatoes on top which turned it into a soggy spongy mess and guaranteed to end up in your lap. The Fried Artichoke was once crisp. The Fennel Salad from Mother Wolf was nice. The Insalata Del Nonna was a Cherry Tomato, Red Onion pile in a simple Vinaigrette with Ricotta Salata and was very Farmer's Market. Where's my Sfincione? Oh, I ate it 10 minutes earlier. Agnolotti Dal Plin was a pinch of three meats, in a small Tortellini bathed in a wondrous sauce of meat drippings, butter and wine. This was an amazing dish at an amazing price point. Pasta for $50? Hey, it's 90120. The Orrechiette had Broccoli Rabe, Salsiccia and Peperocini by way of Puglia. The Broccoli Rabe was Cow cud chewy. The micro Sausage dots and Peperocini slivers were there, if sparingly. The Bread Crumbs made a lovely difference nestled in the little Pasta ears. Maybe this dish should come with Q-tips? Dessert: Leave the gun, take the Cannoli. Was it Ferrara's in NYC? Nope, but then what is? No matter, this Cannoli is delightful even if you're full. Chef's Funke's food is terrific and yet some of it here was funky. I suppose the Kitchen has taken on a Herculean task to feed so many efficiently and has to find it's footing. In the meantime you can find me at Mother Wolf over-ordering. read more

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It was my first time here and I was delighted. It was a wonderful dinner with delicious food and a cozy atmosphere.

Beautiful setting and incredible food at Funke! Our night started off rocky with an unfriendly front staff and a rude bartender, but our amazing servers Isabell and Cynthia completely turned it around with their warmth and food knowledge. Heads up: no outside cake or singing allowed for birthdays, but they did bring a complimentary dessert. Overall, a great spot, just wish the welcome matched the rest of the experience! read more

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In town for one night and asked my famous LA friends where to try. Since I was solo I came early and asked to sit at the bar. There were 3 others when I was sat and by the time I left the whole bar (and restaurant tbh) was full. The bartender was very nice, helpful, and attentive without getting too involved with my meal and my podcast. I definitely over ordered, but I wanted to try a variety. I loved it all - but the panna cotta was *chef's kiss* read more

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Very good food but...uneven and unpleasant service. Dustin was the saving grace - he was warm and welcoming and recommended an outstanding bottle of wine. But it was interesting that the hostess "forgot" to give us the wine menu to begin with and the waiter "forgot" to ask if we were there for a special occasion - though these appeared to be standard procedures for other tables. Actually, we were there for my birthday, and we watched as both tables to the left and to the right were asked about their special occasions and delivered a nice dessert (by the same waiter). Not us, though. Makes you wonder if it has to do with being non-white? Not the "right" demographic? Not a good thing to have to contemplate for a birthday dinner. Service, other than Dustin, was off-puttingly pretentious rather than genuine class, and this was sadly not the fine dining experience we expected. read more

Love the Lemon Pizza here. Me and my girl shared one, along with some greens and salads. Place has authentic Italian Cuisines. They all taste good with lots of flavors. Very bright and high end place to kick it. Waiters and waitresses are friendly here, Id love to visit again. read more

What a treat!! While on recovery last year, I was watching a lot of TV. Much like I found Yamt'Cha in Paris on Chef's Table, I saw an episode of Evan Funke's journey on the latest series. We were in awe of this artisan - the way he makes pasta-making look almost magical. I was surprised to find that his restaurants were all over and his flagship in BH!! Our favorite Italian restaurants are ones in Italy - fresh, al-dente pasta with freshest of ingredients and not swimming in sauce. This restaurant is the closest thing to dining in Italy you'll find here in the US. Since it was my DS' milestone birthday, I put in a special request for a table of the open kitchen which they were able to accommodate. It was so fun to see everyone at work making the food, including Chef Funke. The portions are all for sharing - I felt like they were really good sized portions. It's a fun way to taste everything. We ordered: -Pizza Rossa All Romana - it's focaccia bread as a base of a deep-dish type pizza -Squash blossoms -Fried artichoke - never had artichoke like this before - very tasty and light -Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe - DS' favorite dish -Tagliatelle Bolognese - a true bolognese w/soft noodles -A special - almost like a tiny pillow ravioli in a butter sage sauce - our absolute favorite -Branzino - this was cooked PERFECTLY. I am very picky about fish but this was just so freaking good. I didn't enjoy the dessert as much as the meal but it could have been that we ate so much. Order the panna cotta w/the meringues and the donuts. Service was impeccable - our server was so passionate about the food and guided us through our meal. The hostesses were both very nice. Just overall the best service - Chef Funke picked nice people to work in his restaurant and it showed in the service they provided. It's funny but I forgot that we're in LA - it was a good night for people watching. A truly wonderful restaurant to have here - Chef Funke was so gracious when we came up after dinner to thank him. We've had a fair number of dinners where we got to watch the chefs create from Yamt'Cha and Ze Kitchen, Nougatine at JG in the early days, Pavyllon recently in Paris, etc. It's always a special treat to see them create the food we get to eat. read more

I mean we did basically go to LA from Sacramento specifically to eat here so.... I'll say it did not disappoint, except I wish I'd been able to get res for earlier time and downstairs to watch the pasta making magic. Everything we ate was amazing. Services excellent. We even loved the silverware here. read more

Food, Service and Ambiance was amazing! Went for a party of 10. Grazie was able to get everything set up for us! We sat on the balcony and it was beautiful! Great setting! The service was top tier and the waiters made great recommendations! The food was delicious! Everything from the pizza and the pasta left us wanting more! Can't wait to come here again! read more

Outstanding! Service, the ambiance, the handcrafted pasta.. where to start? First off, the focaccia and panzanella is incredible. A must is the handcrafted pasta. I had the best Italian meal of the year here. Chef is the main event, he's actively involved and it shows in the dishes. We will be back, it's worth flying from anywhere. So lucky to live within miles of this masterful spot. read more

Funke - Panzanella and focaccia - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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Matt B. and I got dinner at Funke (apparently pronounced "funky," and not like "Tobias Fünke") for my birthday a couple months ago. We went on the Monday of a long weekend, and were able to get a 9:00 table without much grief. We enjoyed ourselves, and the food was great, but I kind of feel like we won't go again. The space was huge and pretty, with levels we never even saw and walls full of expensive art from one of the investors' personal collections (I figured this out when I googled "funke ruscha" after seeing what looked like several small Ruschas on a secondary wall). We got a table on the ground floor dining room, and it definitely felt like a scene. It was fun and pleasant, but Matt summed it up well when he said he liked the place, but wasn't rooting for it. Service was polite but impersonal and a little bit off. We took and poured our own wine, paying the $75 corkage for the nice bottle my dad gifted us for my birthday. We also ordered a round of cocktails to start, and it took a full half hour for them to arrive. Meanwhile, our food came super fast, like they were trying to get us out as quickly as possible. Our bad for booking the 9:00 reservation they made available. We received all of our starters before our cocktails, which we'd meant to drink before our wine. Thankfully, our waiter noted the delay and took the cocktails off our bill without us asking. His shift ended at some point and the waiter who replaced him seemed to forget about us. We waited longer for the dessert menu than we did for most of our food. I did like those cocktails, which were a solid comp at $25 a pop. The Napoli was a nice savory martini, made with Moletto gin, dry vermouth, and a hint of sun-dried tomato. The Piemonte was a stellar mezcal sour with grappa, rhubarb three ways (don't ask me the ways), and lemon. No egg white, but it had a creamy head of foam. The food was delicious, on par with the fare at Felix and Mother Wolf. The sfincione in bianco was a fantastic Sicilian focaccia with sea salt, extra virgin olive oil, and origano selvatico. The burrata e cachi was excellent, with rich burrata pugliese and beautiful hachiya persimmon from JJ's Lone Daughter Ranch, finished with basil, sea salt, and extra virgin olive oil. The gamberi in salsa verde seem to be a staple at Funke's restaurants, and they're always superb, saucy South Pacific blue prawns with salsa verde and lemon, succulent and substantial with juicy, slurpable heads. We enjoyed handmade pastas for our main course, which were listed on the menu with the names of the chefs who taught Funke their shapes (Benedetta and Nunzia--if they're not Italian grandmothers, Funke doesn't mind if we think they are). They sold out of the tortelli di zucca, our first choice, but we liked the ones we got. The busiate (Benedetta) was a homey dish with dense little twists of pasta in a pesto trapanese with Mountain Magic tomatoes, basil, and pecorino dolce. The orecchiette (Nunzia) was outstanding, the pasta perfectly supple and tender, served with a flavorful, slightly spicy mix of salsiccia, broccoletti, sugo di pomodoro, 'nduja, and pecorino pugliese. For dessert, we had the meringata and the apple and quince sbriciolata, which arrived with a birthday candle. The meringata was light and refreshing, a crème fraîche panna cotta topped with tangerine granita, candied fennel, and meringue. The sbriciolata was a lovely cake with an almond crumble, served with rum raisins, crema inglese, sliced apple, and a small scoop of ice cream. We also got chocolate truffles with our check. All in all, this was a swell birthday dinner, and I'm glad we were able to check out Funke. I wouldn't pick it over, say, Antico Nuovo or Osteria Mozza, but it's a good restaurant, one I'd definitely recommend. It must be one of the hottest openings of the last couple years, and the food is worthy of the buzz. read more

Great food, services and seamless operations. Every dish is a composition of fresh, quality, flavorful ingredients. Pasta is bouncy and chewy. Had drinks on the roof top bar afterward. Reservation remains challenging; slots taken up fast so set alarms to book. The pricing is high, which is expected for Beverly Hills, making it feel more suited for business accounts or special occasions. The service was attentive, though the staff seemed a bit stressed. The 2 floor (mezzanine) dining room was not a 5 star experience. You almost felt like overflow from the main dining room. Valet $17 around back.. read more

Funke - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Service was outstanding! The food and drinks were amazing and delicious. Desserts were also exceptional. I applaud our servers Nick, Hannah, Tommy and Renee. We were celebrating Mother's Day and they made our visit to this lovely restaurant memorable. read more

Watch your money after you leave this place. A waitress decided to write in her own tip after I had left! The manager gave me the money back after I went back to the restaurant! I would've been without the money that was stolen from me if I hadn't checked my balance after leaving! read more

Disappointed with the service ! staff came off rude and unwelcoming not the experience I was expecting Wouldn't recommend read more