Bestia
Italian
2121 E 7th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90021
OUR SCORE
Accolades
- Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand recipient
- Named one of the "99 Essential Restaurants" by L.A. Weekly
- Featured in Jonathan Gold's 101 Best Restaurants list for multiple years
- Winner of the Art of Eating Prize
- Best New Restaurant nominee by James Beard Foundation (2014)
- Best Restaurant in Los Angeles by LAist (2015)
- Zagat rated with high marks in food, service, and ambiance categories
- Listed in Eater LA's Essential 38 Restaurants
- Received a glowing review from the Los Angeles Times with a high star rating
- Chef Ori Menashe named Best New Chef by Food & Wine magazine (2015)
Restaurant Summary
Situated in the vibrant Arts District of Los Angeles, Bestia stands as a beacon of Italian culinary delight, captivating its guests with an authentic, captivating dining experience. The brainchild of Chef Ori Menashe and Pastry Chef Genevieve Gergis, Bestia is a culinary gem that exudes a harmonious blend of industrial chic and rustic excellence.
Housed in a former warehouse, the restaurant flaunts an open kitchen design that allows diners to witness the artistic culinary process at Bestia. Exposed brick walls and high ceilings encompass the large, bustling space, while the stylish, subdued lighting creates an intimate dining atmosphere, despite the restaurant's size.
As for the gastronomic offerings, Bestia presents an array of dishes that reflect a multi-regional rustic Italian cuisine with a focus on a 'from scratch' approach. One of the standout dishes includes the Cavatelli Alla Norcina—a house-made ricotta dumpling, topped with black truffles and a house-made pork sausage. For meat lovers, the 30-day dry-aged Bistecca alla Fiorentina—a bone-in ribeye with smoked beet tartare—never fails to impress.
Being known for homemade charcuterie, Bestia's Salumi board is a must-try. This selection of house-cured meats emphasizes the chefs' commitment to honoring traditional Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist.
Seafood enthusiasts will be delighted by the Crudo of the Day, where fresh catch is served with beautiful accompaniments. And, no meal at Bestia would be complete without sampling at least one of the mouthwatering desserts, like the popular Valrhona fair trade bittersweet chocolate Budino Tart, topped with salted caramel and cacao crust.
Bestia's wine list is as varied as its food menu, boasting a broad spectrum of Italian wines that flawlessly compliment the rich, robust flavors of the dishes. A renowned location for a food and wine journey, Bestia has not only earned its stripes for its extraordinary culinary offerings but also serves as a testament to the dynamic and diverse Los Angeles food scene.
9.9 / 10