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ZipPicks Awards
Best Steakhouse in Los Angeles
Best Date Night Steakhouse in Los Angeles
Best Italian in Los Angeles
Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Los Angeles
Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Los Angeles
Best Chef's Table Restaurants in Los Angeles
Best Restaurants With Private Dining Rooms in Los Angeles
Best Business Lunch Restaurants in Los Angeles
Master Critic Review
Chi Spacca
8.5
Nancy Silverton's nose-to-tail Italian steakhouse built LA's first certified salumi program and continues to anchor around bone-in cuts: 42-ounce tomahawk pork chop, 36-ounce dry-aged bone-in NY strip, 50-ounce porterhouse. The focaccia di Recco and beef-bone-marrow pie open meals before the meat arrives. Counter seating facing the open kitchen runs lively on weekends; earlier seatings trend calmer.
Must-Try Dishes:
Focaccia di Recco, Bistecca Fiorentina, Costata alla Fiorentina
Scores:
Value: 7.5
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 8.3
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: Nancy Silverton's whole-animal Italian steakhouse with dry-aged beef program
Who should go: Carnivores celebrating with bone-in cuts for sharing
When to visit: Reservations essential; request counter for kitchen views
What to order: Focaccia di Recco mandatory, then split a bistecca or tomahawk pork chop for the table
Insider tip: The chef tested focaccia di Recco 400 times to match what she had in Italy
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered parking free after 6pm; valet $17 available
Dress code: Upscale casual—smart casual works fine
Noise level: Lively on weekends—aim for Monday-Thursday or early seating for calmer experience
Dietary Options
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes - intimate candlelit setting with warm glow from the wood-burning oven. Counter seating offers chef interaction. Monday/Tuesday Chef's Counter is especially romantic. Weekday early seatings are quieter.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Reservations recommended - book through OpenTable or MICHELIN Guide. Weekdays (Mon-Thu) are less crowded; weekends fill up quickly.
Is it kid-friendly? Limited - best for older children or teens. The small, intimate space can feel tight, and there's no kids menu. Consider an early seating or private room if bringing younger children.
Is it good for groups? Yes - can accommodate up to 20 at one long table or 36 seated in the room, with 50 for standing reception. Call ahead to arrange seating for celebrations and events.
Is there outdoor seating? Yes - outdoor seating is available and dogs are allowed.
Best For
Better for: Meat lovers—50oz bistecca Fiorentina and tomahawk pork chop; part of Nancy Silverton's Mozza empire
Hours
Monday6pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday6pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday6pm - 9:30pm
Thursday6pm - 9:30pm
Friday5:30pm - 10pm
Saturday5:30pm - 10pm
Sunday5:30pm - 9:30pm