Vegan
Italian
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Vegan Italian restaurant and wine bar with menu offering traditional pasta dishes, Neapolitan pizzas, frittata, baked bruschetta, ricotta, and "meatball" parmigiana among others. Dessert includes tiramisu. Est. 2018. Open Tue-Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm. Closed Mon.
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8274 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, California, USA, 90048
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165 Reviews
First Review by Irisinparis
giancarloj7
Points +33
Amazing food - Edit
Best vegan Italian food ever and might be the best vegan food I've ever had. The lasagna was delicious and very filling.
Read moreCons: $16-20 each plate dont come if you want cheap food
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cnmtlauren
Points +43
Amazing - Edit
Fabulous experience, excellent food, the tofu appetizer was some of the best food I’ve ever had!
Read morePros: All vegan, Up-scale, Delicious
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RomaVdc
Points +22
Increíblemente delicioso!!! - Edit
Hasta las patatas era de lo más exquisito!! La pasta riquísima. Y el tiramisú estaba de muerte. Volvería sin duda.
Read morePros: Todo vegano!!!
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jasonxkeller
Points +437
New LA Favorite!! - Edit
I absolutely love this place. I went with friends and we tried a broad swath of the menu. 5 appetizers and 4 entrees.
Read moreThe Black Magic Lasagna is so delightful, but the real stars of the show are the Caprese Salad and the Carbonara! They are out of this world! Great spot for a date night. Just not too often. It’s a little pricy.
Reservations a must.
Pros: Flavor explosion, Chef obviously sold soul to cook so well
Cons: Too pricy to go as often as I’d like :)
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bw76
Points +119
So good. - Edit
So awesome to have a vegan only Italian restaurant. The spaghetti and meatballs were delicious
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DamianFanelli
Points +42
Perfetto! - Edit
Original, creative menu and a warm, knowledgeable staff. The Black Magic Lasagna is outstanding (a very clever idea and flawlessly done).
Read morePros: Everything was incredible!, Every server/staffer we met was super friendly. , Brilliant use of cashews!
Cons: Entree-wise, maybe too many pasta dishes?, Meaning, if you want an entree, your, choices are pasta, pasta, pasta or pasta.
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jenyafiles
Points +28
Flavor explosions - Edit
I took my mom out for an early lunch, and was blown away by how amazing every single bite of food was. The grilled citrus herb tofu was the best tofu I have ever had in my life.
Read moreThe lasagna was so good my mouth is still watering. Every bite exploded with flavor, and was better than any lasagna I've ever had, vegan and not.
The white magic pizette was incredible and should be ordered each time.
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LisaVeneri
Points +196
AMAZING, VERY ITALIAN, DO NOT MISS - Edit
Chef Tara Punzone is simply amazing at her craft and has taken true Italian cuisine to another level. Blew our vegan minds including my carnivore friends. The organic Italian wine selection and all the wines she offers were superb. I grew up in an Italian household and found all my favorites right here. The broccoli-rabe was perfect and delicious, tomatoe mozzarella w/balsamic drizzle, puttanesca, lasagna, seriously I could go on. She makes everything from scratch and her cheeses like ricotta with warm bread and the cashew mozzarella, will blow your mind. We went 3 times on our visit to LA and we were staying an hour away. There wasn't one thing on the menu that won't blow you away. And in 3 visits we tried as many dishes as possible. This place is a not miss when in LA! Make a reservation for sure.
Read morePros: All vegan!, Only all vegan Italian restaurant anywhere., Every dish is amazing!
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LauraMay
Points +135
Refined, rich and amazing - Edit
I'm from France and have spent a lot of time in Italy (and visited several vegan Italians in different countries like Fed by Water in London), I am a food purist. This is honestly one of the best all-around Italian restaurants and vegan restaurants I've been to; I was disappointed by Crossroads which was not as high quality as they want to appear, this place is the real deal. The food is refined, rich, just the right amount of creative that it isn't weird, and made with quality ingredients. They also know how to cook pasta correctly and perfectly. We had the black lasagna, carbonara, citrus gremolata, ricotta and tiramisu, all were fantastic. The service was perfect, our server didn't badger us but was more attentive than what we have in Europe. The atmosphere is also nice and the place is well presented. This is what I missed from back home. They have a good wine selection as well. I can't wait to come back.
Read morePros: Refined food, Quality ingredients, Good service
Cons: Tough to get a table!
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oliviamckown
Points +36
this place is amazing please go - Edit
seriously the best Italian food I’ve ever had
Read morePros: Lots of Gluten Free Options
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Veganvoyagers
Points +1798
Best Italian food we’ve ever had - Edit
The server recommended the baked ricotta which was served with grilled ciabatta bread. The ricotta had the most decadent, creamy, rich flavors of any vegan cheese on the market. It was hot and gooey which spread nicely on the crispy ciabatta bread. While this dish was absolutely delightful, it paled in comparison to what came next.
Read moreThe Black Magic Lasagna is one of the most popular dishes on the menu and is served with black truffle cream, cashew ricotta, mushroom, spinach, bechamel, and pesto. The thick layers of noodles were perfectly stacked together intertwined by the mushroom and spinach filling, smothered with creamy cashew ricotta, and topped with a light pesto sauce. If you are not a lover of mushrooms, this is not the dish for you, as they are the star of the show. The flavor packed into this dish is nearly indescribable. As you make your way through the layers of carefully crafted ingredients, you’ll find yourself wondering how each bite can be so much better than the previous.
The Pasta Pomodoro with Polpettine is a traditional spaghetti and meatballs with fresh tomato, basil, and cashew ricotta. The meatballs were made out of mushrooms and lentils and were the perfect density bursting with flavor. The tomato sauce had a light freshness to it and when mixed with the cashew ricotta became a creamy pink sauce that was divine. Hands down the best spaghetti and meatballs that will grace your palate.
For dessert, you can choose from an assortment of gelatos. The coffee gelato was aromatic, had deep coffee flavors, but was light enough to enjoy the entire scoop. The perfect way to end an incredible meal.
The brunch menu looks just as enticing as the dinner menu, boasting familiar brunch favorites such as a chickpea frittata, “nutella” crostini, or almond ricotta pancakes, so make a point to come back for more delicious vegan food.
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ChrisB542
Points +34
Delicious! Expensive, but delicious. - Edit
They only lost one star due to pricing, but as an occasional splurge, completely worth it. Awesome food!
Read morePros: Friendly staff, delicious food, kid friendly.
Cons: Expensive
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heathenvegan
Points +734
Amazing!! - Edit
The food here has such great flavors and textures. The resturant has lovely ambiance, the staff is nice and it’s located in one of my 2 favorite cities in LA County...West Hollywood.
Read morePros: Great location, Lovely staff, Delicious food
Cons: Little expensive, but worth every penny, Parking is hard to find and not free
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spacebyrdz
Points +52
Bomb AF! - Edit
Amazing Italian cuisine a must when in weho.
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VeganAdam
Points +84
Must try! Incredible food! - Edit
Been looking for a new great vegan date night dining experience for a few years and this was it. Warm friendly service and delicious Italian food. Shojin has been my go to date night for the last 10 years but this will be in the mix now. I’ll have to go back soon to try some other dishes. My wife loved her pesto too.
Read morePotato wedges must order-best I’ve ever had.
Brussels sprouts absolutely delicious and not what I expected when I ordered. I was expecting something caramelized and blackened but these were floating in an amazing sweet juice.
Carbonara bursted with such rich complex flavors.
Meatballs had a great home made flavor but next time I’ll probably try the bruschetta instead because it was a very small portion.
I’m a chocolate raspberry guy and that cake was out of control. So big I had to take some home.
Pros: All vegan, Incredible flavors, Warm service
Cons: None
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Arlovegan
Points +293
Better than Italy - Edit
We ordered several items and everyone was a hit.
Read morePros: Great food, Friendly service , Nice environment
Cons: On the pricy side but appropriate to location
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KaylenaBecker
Points +335
Amazing food and service - Edit
This place is amazing! A little on the pricy end but a great place for a nice dinner or date! I settled for the classic spaghetti because I was a little overwhelmed by all the choices but honestly it was SO good! we also split the garlic bread and cheese which was to die for! We definitely left with leftovers! Would recommend is you are in the area!
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thetravelingvegan
Points +1099
So Amazing, A Fine Dining Experience - Edit
Totally vegan, totally Italian, so you could have your spaghetti balls marscapone, totally vegan of course. . You can have savory lasagna, or pasta carbonara. Good wines , moderately priced. Fine dining atmosphere, small place, I made reservations on OpenTable. This is a keeper!
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veryveganjenna
Points +32
Vegan Italian done right - Edit
Had dinner with friends here a few nights ago. I was so excited to check this place out, and it did not disappoint! Great food. Great wine. I’ll be back for sure.
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StacyWind
Points +72
Amazing!!! - Edit
This is the most exciting find my husband and I have found in LA thus far. My husband is Italian from Staten Island and he said this food is spot on what he grew up with. You can taste the quality and unique flavors in every bite! This place was just amazing!
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JSFree
Points +15
Nom nom - Edit
Really tasty! Perfect date night spot.
Read morePros: Delicious vegan food
Cons: Small so if busy it’s hard to get a table
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Lilliesme
Points +162
Tastebud Heaven, A la Italia - Edit
We went here for my Boyfriends Birthday, he’s Italian, so you know how that goes. And he was like this place is really good. I had the Carbonara, he had the pesto, both dishes were so flavorful & delicious, the appetizers were great. Prices were excellent in comparison to other vegan restaurants I’ve been to. Atmosphere was also very nice, music selections were 👍🏼 I give it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Read morePros: Everything is Vegan, Food was amazing 💚, Wine selections 👍🏼
Cons: Street parking, Too far from me to go there more
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DannyFabriciusFogel
Points +74
Grrat place - Edit
Extremely good Italian place. We went for lunch and dinner which both rocked!
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Celestine
Points +16
Excellent Italian food - Edit
We chose Pura Vita for our anniversary and it couldn't have been better food. We had the Black Magic lasagne and "seafood" linguini. The linguini was done just right, with oyster mushrooms as 'scallops'. I cook lots of pasta at home but the pasta dish was outstanding and not something I could have done at home. Appetizer was Grilled Citrus Herb Tofu which was very flavorful and just the right amount. Nice glass of Sangiovese and Sicilian Pistacchio Ice and Tiramisu - both one of the best desserts we've had and would highly recommend.
Read moreNice warm atmosphere as well, I would go back any time and eat the same dishes again. It felt very much like an authentic place in Italy. Place was packed but not loud or annoying.
Pros: Authentic Italian food, Tiramisu!
Cons: can't think of any negative
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Hgirlrice
Points +557
Good - Edit
I was so happy to see an all vegan Italian restaurant open up in LA. But I wanted to love it more than I did. The food was all delicious but not exceptional. Since finding fresh vegan pasta in non vegan Italian restaurants is hard. The black mushroom lasagna was good but the actual noodles were a bit chewy. The ricotta and bread was amazing. But my dish (the mushroom garlic linguini) felt like a dish I could have gotten any where. I was hoping for more dishes I can’t get anywhere else because they are inherently non vegan (like fettuccine alfredo, Pizza, eggplant Parmesan and Risotto) and less dishes that normally are already vegan. Over all the food was good though!
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falkenacrylic
Points +168
Ristorante di categoria❤️ - Edit
It’s a great restaurant for summer night. Good wine, tasty italian food, nice music. It felt like we were back in Milano. I can recommend bruschetta and lasagne, will try another entrees too because we will for sure be back.
Read morePros: great atmosphere, good wine, tasty food
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karlotta
Points +21
Empfehlenswert - Edit
Empfehlenswert und sehr gut
Read morePros: Leckere Weine , Gutes und leckeres Essen
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