Mother Wolf
Mother Wolf serves Roman Italian cooking on Wilcox Avenue, with craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, and Esquire and OAD recognition.
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- Address
- 1545 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
- Phone
- (323) 515-1077
- Website
- motherwolfla.com
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Roman Italian on Wilcox Avenue
Roman Italian cooking anchors Mother Wolf at 1545 Wilcox Ave. Dinner runs upscale casual with leisurely pacing, so it fits an evening built around the table rather than a compressed stop.
Fiori di zucca, cacio e pepe, and amatriciana
Fiori di zucca, cacio e pepe, rigatoni all’amatriciana, and la mortazza give the menu a Roman center of gravity. Craft cocktails and an extensive wine list broaden the pairing options.
Esquire and Opinionated About Dining notice
Esquire placed Mother Wolf at No. 23 in 2022, and Opinionated About Dining followed with North America casual recognition from 2023 through 2026. That pattern supports a plan for a considered dinner.
The Essentials
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mother Wolf | Hollywood, Roman Italian | $$$$ | |
| Giorgio Baldi | Rustic Canyon, Traditional Italian | $$$$ | |
| The Restaurant at Mr. C | $$$$ | South Robertson, Classic Italian Cipriani | |
| Culina Ristorante and Caffè | Beverly Grove, Contemporary Italian | $$$$ | |
| Alba | Westside, Modern Italian | $$$$ | |
| Celestino | Downtown, Authentic Regional Italian | $$$ |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Highly Recommended
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Ranked #133
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Ranked #139
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Ranked #75
Opinionated About Dining
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At a Glance
- Elegant
- Lively
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
- Ornate
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Group Dining
- Business Dinner
- Open Kitchen
- Craft Cocktails
- Extensive Wine List
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5:30–9:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 5:30–9:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 5:30–9:30 PM
- Thursday
- 5:30–9:30 PM
- Friday
- 5:30–11 PM
- Saturday
- 5–11 PM
- Sunday
- 5–9:30 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Lively and elegant with luxurious decor featuring chandeliers, mirrors, blue wallpaper, open kitchen views, and a glamorous Hollywood crowd.