Da Vinci’s Renaissance

Da Vinci Ristorante, 9737 S. Santa Monica 310-273-0960

 

In a town where being seen is often easier than being heard, treat yourself and someone special to a restaurant that provides the setting for the rarest of art forms not found even in the trendiest of venues...the art of conversation. Reminiscent of the dining experiences of yesteryear, complete with intimate lighting, conversation-friendly music and a setting with a flair for the glamour of ‘Old Hollywood’, Da Vinci Ristorante has been one of Hollywood’s best kept secrets for over twenty five years.

 

Find yourself at the cozy bar for a pre-dinner cocktail and get a peek at the by-reservation-only ‘Dean Martin Booth’, where "Dino"  dined nightly for many years, a must for that romantic evening or special occasion. This is the heart of Da Vinci, embracing its entertainment history and living up to its motto to 'Dine in Romance and Nostalgia".

 

The undiscovered star is the warm spinach salad, whose flavor is as light as it is fresh and a complement to any entree. Like some items mentioned here, it is not on the menu but can be ordered anytime. Finding these hidden treasures can be half the fun. For presentation, the Caesar salad for two, prepared table-side is a diners favorite. Recommendations include the Smoked salmon appetizer served with capers and lemon and veal chop breaded with melted parmesan, served with vegetables and mashed potatoes.

 

The showstopper is the Crepes Butterscotch which is also prepared, better yet ‘orchestrated’, table-side with a flaming crescendo. Ask for it by name as this item is not on the menu, and you just may see onlookers discretely whisper “I’ll have what they’re having”. 

 

In a town where ever-changing facades and cuisines are the trend du jour, Da Vinci’s sense of Hollywood history is palpable enough for anyone to agree that what is "old", is new again.

 

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-W.A.