Tell me why this meal was more memorable than the three Michelin-starred meal I had in Bologna... My fav dishes were the Local Bluefin Tuna Crudo, Tortelloni (not the tortellini--they have both!), and the Branzino. The tuna crudo was hands down the best I've ever had. I never expected my favorite crudo to come from an Italian restaurant. The tuna was incredibly fresh, and the caper, shallot, and pistachio vinaigrette absolutely made the dish. My second favorite was the tortelloni. I learned it's essentially the larger cousin of tortellini, and these were stuffed with Swiss chard and ricotta in a bright, flavorful tomato sauce. I also tried the tortellini in the mortadella cream sauce, which was delicious, but if I had to choose, the tortelloni wins every time. The branzino was another standout. It was perfectly cooked, meaty, and complemented beautifully by the tomatoes and potatoes. The only dishes I'd probably skip next time are the meatballs and bean dip. They were good, but compared to everything else, they just weren't as memorable. The restaurant is tucked away in an unexpected part of LA. It shares the lot with another restaurant and brewery, but otherwise the area is surprisingly quiet. Inside, the space is simple yet chic, and I loved the open kitchen where you can watch the chefs at work. The service was attentive throughout the meal. Will definitely be coming back! read more

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My siblings gathered at Rossoblu for my sister's 70th birthday celebration. She invited three of her close friends so we were a party of 10. The birthday girl had dined there previously for a holiday event and had the restaurant replicate that menu for us. We dined on a four course meal that, to my palate, was Rossoblu's "greatest hits" from their wonderful menu. Everything was delicious....fava bean puree, Caesar salad, the mascarpone and kale crepe, risotto with corn and the chicken al mattone were my favorites. The service was excellent. We were served promptly and professionally by two members of their dining room staff. Our waiter, Collin, was attentive for any of our needs and was extremely pleasant and helpful. Thank you very much Collin, everyone was impressed with your kindness to us. My wife and I arrived early and sat in the bar and I ordered a whiskey sour from a man who I assume was the manager. I never got his name but he too was very attentive to us and our group throughout our time there. I must say that the whiskey sours there are expertly concocted and excellent. Best I ever have had.... Darn, I didn't get the bartender's name! Parking was a breeze for our group either with valet or street parking right out front. Kudos to the management and staff at this fine establishment for making our sister's birthday celebration so memorable..... and delicious!!! My wife and I will definitely be returning......and I already know what I want to order! read more

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Rossoblu is located in what I like to think of as the hipster industrial part of DTLA. More than a block away and it doesn't feel entirely safe to part on the street so you're stuck with valet. They have spacious indoor seating and plentiful patio seating as well, and the whole restaurant has a nice casual family vibe to it. We came on a Sunday so decided to try one of their enormous pizzas along with a pasta dish and some veg. The charred snap peas were actually my favorite of the night. The braised short rib ravioli was also excellent. Disappointingly, the pizza for me was just ok. The ingredients were tasty, but the crust had nothing exceptional going on, and with so many great pizza options in LA, I just couldn't get excited about this one. Also, I'm not a fan of the burnt cheese thing - I prefer my cheese nice and melty but not crusty or hard, so this was not my fave. The portions were extremely large, so if you need something to fill you up and you're not as picky as I am, this would be a great option. Glad they had mocktails, but I didn't love them - one was too sweet and the other too sour for my taste. Child enjoyed both. read more

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street parking & valet available! not the best area, so park carefully. service was 10/10. our server was so kind, attentive, and pleasant :-) ambiance was vibey, they use lowlight/ambiant light so it did get a little dark inside as the sun went down. good for date night. their kitchen is open and you can see when making the food food was honestly a mixed batch in our experience. i would give it a 3.5/5 overall. for the price, i was hoping for better, but it wasn't bad. just lacking in some areas CAESAR SALAD - love the texture & the amount of dressing and bread crumbs used, the anchovy in the dressing flavor is a bit stronger to the unsuspecting though. it made it a big more fishy than we had hoped. MEATBALLS - nothing crazy but definitely good. the insides are on the drier end, but the sauce they pair with it, balances it out. the bread has a great flavor and crunchy texture. TORTELLINI - for $36, id wish the pasta was not undercooked... nearly every piece we ate was undercooked and hard, crunchy even. i love an al dente pasta, but this was undercooked. the filling and sauce were fine. TAGLIATELLE AL MATTARELLO - same concern here, for $34, the pasta was expected to be cooked well! some noodles were al dente, which was so GOOD. but having over half of the pasta be hard, undercooked noodles, it really messed with our experience :( the sauce was solid but a little on the salty end. again, love an al dente pasta, but this was straight undercooked in our experience. TIRAMISU & GELATO -great, no notes! overall a 3.5/5 experience, but our server was great, dessert was great, and the vibes were nice. the crunchy undercooked pasta, especially this being the entree, really affected the experience. read more

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We got a gift card for our wedding. Their cocktails are phenomenal. Only outdone by their amazing customer service. Their fries ARE A MUST!! Great atmosphere as well. We had the pork chop tomahawk. Everything was good. . read more

Great for groups and date night! Loved the decor, the portions were perfect, and the staff was super friendly and attentive. read more

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Celebrated my sister-in-law's birthday at Rossoblu and honestly, it was perfect. Started with focaccia and Caesar salad, then went in on the hanger steak, braised short rib ravioli, tagliatelle al mattarello, and lasagna al forno-every single dish was fire. The drinks were next level. Their mixology is unmatched. They brought out a cute dessert for the birthday girl, which was such a nice touch. We also tried the tiramisu and got an affogato. Ambiance is dim, classy, and perfect for a celebration. Our server Cesar was the best- super attentive, funny, and just a great vibe overall. Plus, free street parking or valet if you want. read more

Rossoblu - More deliciousness - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Summary: Unfortunately, the cost/value ratio was skewed the wrong direction for us. Service was attentive, but dropped the ball on a replacement item that never came. Food was ok. Pasta was actually too al dente (crunchy), but at least it wasn't overcooked. Went here with my wife and two friends on a Saturday evening around 8pm for dinner (with reservations). The place was busy, but not completely full. We were seated immediately and perused the menu. We ended up ordering: - Caesar Salad - Came out tasting VERY heavy of sardines and fish. Our server offered it to be replaced by another salad that was never delivered. - Meatballs - Tasty, but a bit dense and dry. The sauce was excellent. - Rosemary Focaccia with fava bean dip - Good, but not amazing. Bread was thick and hard (good for dipping in the meatball sauce). - Tortellini in crema - Tasty with a strong cheese flavor. This one wasn't too crunchy. - Tortelloni - Also tasty, but too al dente/crunchy. The vibe is dark and lively, with the open kitchen contributing to the buzz. It's a fun atmosphere that blends contemporary modern with Mama's kitchen. Just a bit disappointed with the food and service that evening. read more

My husband and I dined at Rossoblu and loved the food, space, and hospitality so much that we ended up having our wedding reception here. We're so glad we did. They very accommodating from the start, even setting up an impromptu tasting so we could sample the menu. So many dishes were excellent especially the stracciatella and winter citrus, tuna crudo (the pistachio caper sauce is delicious), rosemary focaccia with mortadella mousse, hanger steak, and apennine fries (never had fries like this). Our favorite pastas were the tagliatelle and lasagna bianco (both perfectly cooked texture) and favorite cocktail was the vesuvio. We had a stacked wedding menu that our guests raved about, not just for a wedding but also as a restaurant. There was so much food that servers packed leftovers for guests to bring home. The bar was also very generous with the drinks and even remembered people's orders. Everyone from the servers, host, bartenders, coordinator, and manager were so hospitable and kind from our first visit. They added to the fun during our wedding and now treat us like family. The service was fast during the night, and the team was also easy to work with throughout planning. The outdoor and indoor space are beautiful with an industrial chic vibe. We were drawn to the high ceilings, hanging lights, open space, and large windows. We're glad we can always return to dine here (as we already have). We highly recommend Rossoblu whether for a meal or a full event. read more

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I loved this place! The food was great, the dark lighting gave a great date night vibe, and our server was attentive. I would go back if I am ever back in LA read more

Rossoblu - TORTELLONI TAGLIATELLE BOLOGNESE - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Went for the DineLA dinner menu, and it was a great experience. It was a Thursday evening, and it was pretty easy to make an online reservation. The space itself is really nice -- lots of outdoor patio seating with a high-ceiling industrial indoor space with open kitchen. The bar is in the front, and they have some nice cocktail and wine options. There were a good number of people there, but there were still plenty of open tables. It was nice to see a restaurant that had a good vibe and plenty of people watching, but not so crowded that there's a long wait or you feel cramped. The restaurant is in a bit of a random spot in downtown, near the flower district and south of skidrow. If you're coming from the main part of Downtown, you may want to consider not driving through skidrow if it's in the evening. Once you do get there, there's plenty of street parking right in front as well as a valet option. The DineLA menu was 3 courses (appetizer, main, and dessert) for $55. I ordered the beef tartare, petit filet, and meyer lemon cream olive oil cake. My buddy ordered the hamachi crudo, the petit filet, and the hazelnut chocolate ganache. All of the food was really good with decent portions. We also ordered a few cocktails. I had the "oro" off the cocktail menu, which was a bourbon based cocktail. Evan Williams is the well bourbon, so I upgraded to Buffalo Trace. It was only a $2 upcharge, which I think was totally worth it. I also ordered a whiskey sour, and they make a proper one with the egg white foam and bitters, served up. The cocktails were excellent, and i can see that the bartenders know what they're doing. This is a great date spot or a small dinner party. I'd say a group of 4 to 6 would be great so that you can order a bunch of things and share. I'll certainly be back again. read more

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5-Star Experience -- Excellent Food, Gracious Service, and Thoughtful Details Date & Time of Visit: 11/23/2025 @ 5:30 PM Came here with my family on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. This was my third visit over the span of six years--my previous two visits were in December. This time around, the restaurant was noticeably quiet, unlike my earlier visits when it was bustling. I sincerely hope they stay in business. This visit was to celebrate my sister's birthday, and everything we ordered was excellent. DRINKS My glass of Chardonnay was only $12, which is a great price for a fine-dining restaurant in Los Angeles. My sister ordered a non-alcoholic cocktail--the Prickly Pear Margarita (very L.A., haha!)--and she absolutely loved it. FOOD Everything we ordered was delicious--including the Broccolini. Honestly, if a restaurant can make broccolini taste that good, that already says a lot. STARTERS * Rosemary Focaccia (baked in-house, served with date-brown butter, fava e cicoria, and mortadella mousse) * Seafood Fritto Misto SIDE * Broccolini with Calabrian chili butter and herbs MAIN COURSES * Braised Beef Ravioli (my niece and I both ordered this--excellent) * Hanger Steak with cauliflower mash, kale, red wine veal jus, and anchovy butter DESSERTS Affogatos all around! They also surprised my sister with a complimentary birthday dessert--a delicious Gelato. Not many restaurants do that anymore, so it was a very thoughtful touch. RESTROOMS The ladies' room was clean, and I appreciated that the hand-washing sink is located outside the restroom--an extra hygienic setup if you just want to wash your hands without entering the restroom itself. SERVICE Excellent--courteous, professional, and attentive throughout the evening. PARKING Valet available. read more

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We came here for the Dine LA menu and overall really enjoyed it. The food was good and the ambience was great We both got the beef tartare (a little on the salty side but overall very tasty), I got the grilled bass as my main (very delicious and loved the grilled cauliflower) and for my dessert I got the hazelnut mousse. A little too sweet and heavy for me but delicious. My friend got the filet mignon for her main. Unfortunately she said it was too salty for her. For dessert she got the olive oil cake which she enjoyed. We also got the fries to share since it seemed so popular. Almost all the tables nearby had a platter of fries. This was so good. Perfectly fried and crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. read more

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Always a great spot for a great meal. The service is excellent, the menu is inviting and the overall experience great. We stuck to pasta on this visit with the bolognese and risotto being our two top favorites. We had to order the fries after the LA Times reported they were the best in the city. They were good but maybe not the hype. We enjoyed dessert but they were so good I forgot to take pictures. It's a definite return when I am back n DTLA. read more

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Yum! Great ambience. Restaurant was relaxing and had a great vibe. Drinks were properly crafted. I love a good, fresh Caesar with an anchovy flare and it did not disappoint. Eggplant was delightful. Pizzas were huge and we were not expecting the size when it said it was shareable. We ordered two and could have been satiated with just those! We will be back! read more

This is my second time reviewing Rossoblu and second time giving it 5 stars. I had colleagues in town who asked me to pick something in DTLA, and I haven't been to Rossoblu in years. I am so glad I chose it! I've often sat outside but we sat inside for this dinner and it does get a bit loud once the tables are all full. But it's a beautiful restaurant! They hand roll pasta daily and it's just so good. We ordered quite a bit... The foccacia was tasty and served with a few types of butter (be careful as one isn't vegetarian). They loved the meatballs. The Valbruna's eggplant is out of this world. And I don't love eggplant. But I remembered eating and loving this dish years ago and happy to say it's just as good today. The stracciatella and fall fruit was perfection...I am obsessed with persimmon! We had the tortelloni (my fave!), the gnocchi (great if you love gnocchi...the way it sticks to the roof of my mouth makes me not a gnocchi fan in general!), and the seasonal pasta special (butternut squash caramelle) was delicious and not too sweet. Someone had the lasagna which they deemed exquisite. We had a few orders of the Apennine fries...yum! We ended with three flavours of gelato and the persimmon flan (which oddly didn't taste of persimmon but rather tasted like normal flan?) I will definitely be back. Service was a little slow, and they forgot to put in two of our orders, and brought us two things we didn't order (which we were then given and fine with), so not sure if our server was simply overwhelmed as it was a busy night, or perhaps he's new? But even that couldn't downgrade my star rating from a 5! Can't wait to come again. read more

Rossoblu - Tortelloni - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Hadn't been here in many years and still excellent. Pork chop was one of the best I've had as well as the broccolini and French fries. Love the ambiance- open air kitchen and dining room. read more

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This was a fantastic meal. We were in the area for a concert at the Shrine and decided to book a reservation. The service was top notch--very attentive and always checking in on us. The restaurant itself was absolutely stunning--beautiful wall murals, intimate lighting--the perfect date night. It is located in the fashion district along an indistinct street, but once you enter the courtyard, it's lovely. It shares the courtyard with a couple other nice restaurants. You can street park, but we opted for valet for $15. They take credit card. The food was to die for. We started with two cocktails, the Oro and the B-Dolce--amazing!!! Super balanced. We shared the all the dishes family style. We started with the In Brodo (Parmesan dumplings in a chicken broth). So yummy and light. We then ordered their butternut squash raviolis with mushrooms (seasonal). Perfectly done and not too sweet. For our main bite, we shared the 8 oz filet and the side of Appenine Fries. Best fries ever!!!! The steak was superb. The only thing I would have loved was some flakey sea salt on top. For dessert, we got complementary vanilla gelato with balsamic drizzle. Amazing flavor!!! We also ordered the chocolate budino tart and the affogato. The star of the budino was the merengue on top. Overall, absolutely lovely dinner and we can't wait to go back and bring friends. read more

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A gem of an Italian (Bologna region) restaurant located in the Fashion District of DTLA (Art District adjacent?). The menu, which doesn't feel too large, consists of handmade pasta creations and high quality market-fresh ingredients. I'm not sure if it's newer, but I think they use some wood fired cooking for their meats. On this trip, my friends and I opted to primarily try a few of the pastas and some of the dishes that show case the high quality produce. With the high ceilings and clean, beautiful open layout along with the friendly, attentive service, I would say this place skews upscale, but casual enough that it doesn't feel stuffy. To kick things off, I got a Negroni. I feel like I kinda have to start with this cocktail at nice Italian restaurants. Refreshing and delicious. To start, we ordered braised beef meatballs, Valbruna's eggplant, and a wood grilled and stuffed surf clam dish that I don't think was on the menu at the time. Oh man, I liked the surf calm a lot more than I expected and I was expecting something delicious. The meatballs and eggplant were also very tasty and just prepared so well. For the pastas, we got the tagliatelle al mattarello and the rabbit cappellacci. The pastas were cooked to perfection (I didn't expect anything less) and the sauces and ingredients really shined in each of the dishes. So glad I finally got to go to this place as it was on a list of mine for a while. Definitely lived up to my high expectations and I'm a big fan. We were able to park on the street a block away. The further you venture away from this restaurant in the area, it could get a little sketch so just be mindful on where you park and for how long. read more

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Located in Los Angeles' vibrant Arts District near City Market South, Rossoblu is an acclaimed Italian restaurant celebrated for its authentic cuisine inspired by Bologna, Italy. The menu showcases exceptional handmade pastas, house-made salumi, and seasonal ingredients sourced from local markets. One of Rossoblu's greatest strengths is its ever-evolving menu, which changes with the seasons and makes each visit a fresh and memorable experience. read more

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My girlfriend and I had an incredible experience at Rossoblu. We started our night at the bar with Alan, and honestly he set the tone for the entire evening. His hospitality was next level. Not only was he incredibly knowledgeable about cocktails and mixology, but he also knew the menu inside and out and made some fantastic recommendations. Beyond that, he just had an amazing vibe -- super welcoming, engaging, and easy to connect with. You can tell he truly cares about creating a great experience for guests. After drinks we moved to a table where Collin took over and he did a great job taking care of us. What really stood out though was that Alan continued to check in on our table throughout the night, making sure everything was perfect. That kind of service is rare and shows how much pride he takes in his work. The food, drinks, and overall atmosphere were fantastic, but the service -- especially from Alan -- is what made the night memorable. Rossoblu is doing it right. We'll definitely be back. read more

Rossoblu - Mezcal Paloma & Hugo Spritz - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I really wanted to love this place but I was disappointed. Decided to have a girls night at this restaurant on a random Thursday. The service was OK, nothing spectacular. I really enjoyed the meatballs and the affogato, but the lasagna was extremely disappointing. I couldn't even finish eating it. The drink menu also lacked variety, so we stuck with water. I'd say this place is worth a try but there's a lot of good little gems DTLA. I wouldn't personally go back. read more

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Hit the 3 important criteria - well prepared food, good service and nice vibes. And I happen to like chicken liver, so very much enjoyed that dish! Will return. read more

Rossoblu - Ravioli - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Got to randomly try this spot after a work event on a random weeknight in November 2025. Was here with 3 other girls and we managed to eat most of what we had ordered (granted we were hungry!). Let me start off with the service. It was pretty good. Not too sure how busy this restaurant gets during peak days/hours, but it was pretty slow when we were there. There was probably 5 or 6 other parties in the actual restaurant when we got there, so we were able to be seated immediately. It was also already pretty late, so that's probably why there was a lack of patrons. Anyways, our server was pretty attentive and had great timing when checking in on us. It was a great experience on that front. The actual restaurant itself was pretty nice. It's setting is very romantic; it's dark and it's dimly lit with a little lamp in the middle of your table. I would assume this would be a great place to take a date. Now the food! We started off with the Bluefin Crudo Appetizer, which was spectacular! Hands down my favorite of the night. The fish was delicious and the pistachio vinaigrette made such a good play on the overall taste. Rated this a 9.5/10. Then came our meatballs App, which was also good but nothing too crazy there, so we gave this a 7.5/10. Our entrees consisted of the Risotto Stagionale, Hangar Steak, and their Tagliatelle. The Risotto was different, and in the best way possible! My friend and I absolutely loved this one as we looove eggplant and rate it a 9/10. The Hangar Steak was perfectly cooked and the flavor was definitely there. This was rated a 9/10. Lastly, the Tagliatelle was rated a 8/10. We did enjoy the flavor and the pasta was cooked perfectly, but it wasn't something we were raving about at the end of the dinner. I would also like to add a comment on the side of fries we ordered. One of the girls I was with was craving some, so we decided to ordered it and we were all so glad we did. We rated this a 9/10 because OMG - FLAVORRR!! This was a hit! The fries were cooked just right and it was so yummy! Please note that these are thicker fries, but please do get them just for the taste. :) Also - the drinks were "aiight". I think we just ordered them because we all wanted something to wind down with after a long work day. Overall, this place was GREAT! I plan on taking my husband here for a date night one day. I'll update my review when I do! CHEERS & HAPPY EATING! read more

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Just took my mom out here. The focaccia was warm and soft, the blue fin tuna was buttery and fresh. We spilt the Branzino and the mushroom lasagna and I loved both but as a mushroom lover? THE LASAGNA WAS AMAZINGG!! Plus they have great mocktails of popular cocktails so my mom and I could feel like we were enjoying the same drink together. Nice atmosphere and good service read more

Rossoblu - B BRANZINO - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The service was friendly and most of the food was enjoyable, but the crab pasta was disappointing and lacked flavor. On top of that, the noise from the boxing/game place next door was very loud and distracting. I don't know if it's fair to give 3 stars or not, because some parts were very good, but overall the experience fell short." Meatball's were 10/10. read more

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First I am biased. Why wouldn't I be considering the owners are co founders of the Nonprofit Regarding Her (a nonprofit accelerating the growth of women entrepreneurs and leaders in food and beverage. https://www.regardingherfoodla.org/)? So that's cool point number one! But cool points two, three, four, and five are the ambiance, service, food, and cocktails! Really open space with high ceilings with a welcoming vibe. And man I would love to throw a party in their outdoor covered patio. Service was fab. I mean we did eat at 530 pm so the attention was high, but as the restaurant got busier, he did continue to check in on us. He also answered our question about some loud noise that was happening and we found out they were tenderizingmeat - this is the real deal folks! Food was great, as expected (they are known for their pastas!). But the nicest surprise was the salad/starter, Stracciatella & Fall Fruits. WE LOVED IT. And the cocktails? Refreshing perfection! Well balanced and unique. Get there for happy hour for discounted pricing. Ladies dinner was a success. read more

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Industrial chic. Delicious food. The service is the best! They're so quick and friendly. We all had a great time read more

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Remember when I said that Redbird was my favorite DineLA? Well....I lied. That was before I tried Rossoblu. This review is coming late but certainly better late than never. My partner and I shared their DineLA menu, which was a steal at $55 per person. The standout dish was their tuna crudo which came with a pistachio vinaigrette that paired so well with the tuna I could've cried. Something about the fattiness of the pistachio with the tuna and the unusual flavor combination of the two was addictive. The shallots and capers complimented it beautifully and the cracker held up to the weight of it all which created a truly divine bite. The crab malfadine was phenomenal, one of my favorite restaurant pastas I've ever had, period. Their handmade pasta absolutely sang, the crab and tomato married beautifully and I would probably sell a kidney for this to be on the main menu where I can get it all the time. My partner adored his swordfish, and I agreed. The browned butter shone through in the sauce and complimented the crispy dish perfectly. We got a side of broccolini, which was a good choice because the plates didn't come with a green vegetable. Off their regular menu, we got their eggplant, which we would get again and again if we could. This is one of those dishes that really shows off how a restaurant stands out; the treatment and quality of the ingredients of such a simple dish showcased the talent and care of the kitchen. The service was great, very attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. The restaurant was pretty poppin' when we walked in but still intimate enough for a date night. Next DineLA, I'll be looking for Rossoblu's menu first, but I hope I'll make it in before that. read more

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My girlfriend and I went to dinner here yesterday. It was so wonderful and the service and food were impeccable. The drinks were super refreshing and delicious too. The ambience was great and I would definitely come back again plenty of free parking on the street. read more

Rossoblu - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We came upon Rossoblu while waiting for our reservation to open up across the way. I'm an early bird, so we arrived about 30 minutes prior to our reservation time. We needed a place to chill and relax. Thankfully, it all worked out, we found a new spot! They had just opened up and warmly greeted us. I informed the hostess that we were just in for drinks. She asked if we wanted to sit at the bar, to which we gladly accepted the suggestion. It was a long drive and we wanted something to quench our thirst. We started out with a Negroni and a Vodka Tonic. My date is a very friendly and outgoing woman that works in the restaurant business. She loves people, and striking up conversations with everyone. Initially I had asked if they had Liquor 43, to see if they could make a Carajillo. However, they did not. My date then began asking questions about the the liquor, the Bartender kindly chimed in and conversation began. She then asked about a couple of other spirits, so we had to try out a few different drinks. You know, the flavors, their base, where they originate from, etc. We had a great time talking cocktails and spirits with the gent and tried out a few different drinks. Our serendipitous encounter really set the mood for an amazing night. We had such a great experience, that we almost forgot about our dinner reservations. While we did not get the chance to try the food, the bar experience alone deserved 5 stars! You can tell the people working there enjoy their jobs. It was great conversation, good vibes, and great times! I'll definitely be returning for dinner in the future. read more

Rossoblu - Drinks at the bar. - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Got an opportunity to visit Rossoblu for the first time and it was a great experience (hence, the longer review). We had the tuna crudo, valbruna's eggplant, radicchio salad, swordfish, mushroom maltagliati, dungeness crab mafaldine, citrus tart, blueberry cheesecake gelato, and another gelato that was delocious (wish i remembered the name). We all really liked the crudo, Swordfish and magliatelle, and the tart the most! We all shared some drinks too - the Oro, Cassanova (switched the vodka for gin), B. Dolce, and vino santo - The Oro was our favorite. The food was great but the service is really what made this a fun experience. I had made a reservation earlier in the week and Michael, the manager, was able to make a last-minute change to accommodate an extra person (a surprise visit from my niece). Our server, Eric (Erick?) was also great - He and Michael were so genuine and very attentive! Amazing dinner and looking forward to our next dinner there for some of their special events. read more

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The food was great. The branzino was a tad too salty, but it was just perfect when I took the skin off. The salad was great, broccolini was tasty. Waitstaff was great. The wait for the food to come out was a bit long but the Bellinis made the wait easier. The vibe was very nice too. Great for intimate settings. read more

Rossoblu - BRANZINO, CEASAR SALAD, broccolini - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Firstly, the service and ambiance were fantastic. Rossoblu is tucked within an area that includes other modern eateries in a not-so-great Los Angeles area (i.e., the fashion district). I'm glad they had a few vegan options for my husband, but their only main vegan option, sweet corn risotto, was not a hit with my husband. For him, corn in small doses is fine, but in this capacity, it's just too much. We had hoped they would have offered a mushroom or veggie aglio e olio pasta since it's pretty simple to whip up, but they did not. He liked the lemony vegan Caesar salad, though. I had the bolognese pasta, which was good, but a little salty for my taste. The best part of the meal for me was definitely the tiramisu. It had a nice chocolatey touch to it, as if they drizzled Hershey's chocolate syrup as its base. read more

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Really great experience. Love the space and the food was very good. Highlight was the bluefin crudo. That dish has to get ordered. Pork chop excellent. But the highlight was the service. By everyone. The only thing I wish were different was the location. I can't pretend I wasn't nervous driving to the place once we exited the 10. read more

Wonderful experience. Delicious food, good service, and nice ambiance. Everyone was so friendly and professional, but never overbearing. The food was cooked perfectly. Only critiques- my husband said that the market salad clashed with his chicken and that he would have preferred it with rice to soak up all the sauce. Would go again! read more

Excellent again, wonderful ambiance inside, friendly service, and delicious food for our guests. I loved everything, except that in my possibly unpopular opinion, that the torteloini in crema were too al dente, hence not allowing for an optimal interplay of flavor and texture. And that even though I have all my teeth!! But loved the tuna crudo, the buffalo mozzarella, the stracciatella&pome, the funghi pizza, the valbruna's eggplant, and the olive oil cake ... PREVIOUS REVIEW Definitely a double thumbs up!! We went there for a society meeting, were seated in the "Covid-Patio" which appears to have prevailed past the official end of the pandemic. There is a bit more air outside, but admittedly, the inside atmosphere/ambiance is very stylish and appealing. In any case, the food and the service were outstanding. Why the fish I waited so long to come here remains unclear but I definitely regret. We had a preordered menu which covered it all. The house-made focaccia was dangerously good, risking to fill up before the actual items. Antipasti consisting of a beautiful and fresh Citrus Salad as well as Eggplant with tomato sugo, basil and parmigiano. I would have already been happy with just that. But it continued with the Primi: and the unusual beets color of the Seasonal Risotto was initially surprising and asked for caution but it was so good that all resistance melted away and probably became my fav of the evening. The Nonna Lasagne Bolognese was a bit more traditional (well, after all it was defined by the Nonna) and yet did not last very long. And the show must go on: Secondi!! Hangar steak with sunchoke puree, spigarello, red wine jus - a dream and grilled to medium-rare perfection; in addition, the Chicken al Mattone, a lemon chicken on collard greens was crips, tender and moist all at the same time. Goodness gracious. There was no space anymore. And yet, they kept it coming. The dolci were unusual but fascinating experiments away from the usual suspects: The Panna Cotta was very different and yet beautiful and delicious; the For di Latte Gelato with aged Balsamic provided an unexpected antithesis, very nice. So, okay, we squared this one finally away, but away is maybe incorrect, until the next time sounds better. read more

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Spectacular experience, food, and service! I'm so glad I chose this place out of all the myriad of LA dining options. The moment we walked in we were warmly greeted and our server was so kind and accommodating. We got the persimmon salad which was DELICIOUS!!! Their famous dumpling soup was sooo warm and hearty (keep in mind its not your traditional dumpling) and the hanger steak was perfection. Its so rare that I enjoy everything that I order but I truly did here. Im coming back to order these exact 3 dishes very soon. read more

Great Italian spot in downtown LA. Lots of options and nice ambiance. Really enjoyed the Pastas. The pizza was ok (a little on the doughy side) but still good! Overall really enjoyed the experience and would go back! Stay Cheerful read more

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Came for 5pm dinner with a friend. We came early, found street parking and saved ourselves $14 valet parking. The huge courtyard with lights strewn among the trees was impressive and the first thing we saw walking to the restaurant. We saw a class making tortelloni outside. Nice outside patio area with heat lamps. Beautiful overall decor and A+ ambience. The interior of lights, a huge mural created a wow accent wall in the middle of the main dining area. The open concept with a fiery oven and workers added excitement to the dining area. Cons if you're a couple bc we were seated at a small, narrow table where only one person had the comfy booth seat and the other person had the less comfy wooden chair. All our dishes barely fit the tiny table. We chose to share the Tagliatelle and Pasta Trio: potato gnocchi, lasagna and tortellini. Plenty to share between two people. All the pasta and cream from the dishes made us feel heavy. The tagliatelle had a nice flavor, but the noodles were too al dente for my friend's taste. I would've preferred an overall lightness to the food. My brother makes a light delicious lasagna. This lasagna was not light. I liked the generosity of the pasta trio dishes. We felt so heavy that we couldn't finish everything. We were so grateful and happy when our friendly server brought over a comped dessert of ice cream. We immediately felt less heavy from the heavy food thanks to the refreshing dessert. Great service, nice ambiance, but wished the pasta was overall lighter. We came to try the homemade pasta. We did, and agreed we won't be back bc there are so many other restaurants to try. read more

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