Incredible. Food brought us back to our honeymoon in puglia so authentically. The panzerotti tastes just like the ones we had, and the beet salad was incredibly fresh. Service from Luca was fantastic, he made it an unforgettable experience! When people ask what my favorite restaurant is in LA I now know the answer is La Puglia without a question!
Simi Singh
One of my favorite restaurants in Santa Monica. Everything tastes so fresh and authentic. I especially love their live music nights!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
D. B.
Authentic southern Italian cuisine: from pizza and pasta to more elaborate dishes, there is something for everyone. Great quality of food and amazing selection of wine. Very nice ambiance and service is always very friendly.
Jay Slater
This is a very authentic southern Italian restaurant. Everything is fresh and. Well prepared and delicious
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrata
Catherine Sorensen
Super authentic and delicious- finally a good espresso in LA
Nicolò Verrelli
SURREAL!!! The Puglia where I lived is not like that. Puglia and Lecce are welcoming!!! Not assault for a few bucks. I was waited at the door and verbally attacked because the waiter didn't like the tip left. Dinner with my girlfriend tonight. We wait to order because no one arrives. Maybe you could bring water. We eat a good first course with mussels and clams; a good ice cream; a good sea bass. Honestly, they bring me an appetizer of dairy products and cheeses which the waiter doesn't explain to me; I didn't understand what was inside. Also because the quality of the mozzarella and burrata was really low. Furthermore, from a restaurant called Puglia I expected to find a high level of burrata. I ask for a glass of wine, Tramari. The Italian waiter who served us didn't understand what I was asking, maybe he didn't know the wine list. He brings me the glass by pouring it in the kitchen, it would still be nice to bring the bottle and pour it at the table. Also, at the very least, ask me if the wine is fine because the bottle may have some defects. We arrive at the end of dinner, they are kind by giving us a pasticciotto, probably to make up for it. Considering the wait, the appetizers and the problem with the wine, on a bill of 120 dollars I leave a 10 dollar tip. The waiter is waiting for me at the door. I just wanted to leave because I was in a hurry and my girlfriend wasn't feeling well. When asked if there had been any problems, I decided to politely reply that there had been no particular problems because we just wanted to leave as we were in a hurry to go to another place. The Italian waiter almost orders me to tip more. I politely replied that I would come back and fix it next time. The waiter decides to continue verbally attacking me and my pregnant girlfriend, treating us like beggars, provoking us with phrases like "you're making a good impression, my friend". I am used to polite and professional waiters who address each other as Lei; evidently this is not the right place to have acceptable service. If we had intended to return before, after the final treatment given to us by the waiter, we will never return. I had never been treated like this in a restaurant.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Debbie S.
without a doubt, the worst Italian restaurant and the worst service in Los Angeles. Hard to imagine this place surviving. Awful.
Sarah P.
omg where do i even start?? food and drinks were amazing, vibes are immaculate, and staff is awesome!! i wish i could eat here all the time. hope to come again soon!
Karen R.
Everything was delicious and the service was great and friendly. The lamb chops are must and whatever you do get their Italian take on a napoleon for dessert. Their gelato is so fresh as well- I wouldn't be surprised if they told me they made them right before bringing them out. Highly recommend!
SURREALE!!! La Puglia in cui ho vissuto non è così. La Puglia e Lecce è accoglienza!!! Non aggressione per qualche dollaro. Sono stato atteso alla porta e aggredito verbalmente perché al cameriere non andava bene la mancia lasciata. Cena con la mia ragazza stasera. Aspettiamo per ordinare perché non arriva nessuno. Forse l'acqua potreste portarla. Mangiamo un buon primo con cozze e vongole; un buon gelato; un buon branzino. Sinceramente mi portano un antipasto di latticini e formaggi che non mi viene spiegato dal cameriere; non capivo cosa ci fosse dentro. Anche perché la qualità della mozzarella e della burrata era veramente bassa. Inoltre da un ristorante che si chiama Puglia mi aspettavo di trovare un livello alto sulla burrata. Chiedo un calice di vino, il Tramari. Il cameriere italiano che ci ha servito non capiva cosa stessi chiedendo, forse non conosceva la lista dei vini. Mi porta il calice versandolo in cucina, sarebbe bello comunque portare la bottiglia e versarlo a tavola. Inoltre, quantomeno, chiedimi se va bene il vino perché la bottiglia potrebbe avere qualche difetto. Arriviamo al termine della cena, si mostrano gentili regalandoci un pasticciotto, probabilmente per rimediare. Considerando l'attesa, gli antipasti e il problema con il vino, su un conto di 120 dollari lascio 10 dollari di mancia. Il cameriere mi attende alla porta. Io volevo solo andare via perché avevo fretta e la mia ragazza non si sentiva bene. Alla domanda se ci fosse stato qualche problema, decido di rispondere educatamente che non ci fossero stati problemi particolari perché volevamo solo andare via avendo fretta di recarci in un altro luogo. Il cameriere italiano arriva quasi a ordinarmi di lasciare di più di mancia. Io rispondo cortesemente che sarei tornato e avrei rimediato la volta successiva. Il cameriere decide di continuare ad aggredire verbalmente me e la mia ragazza incinta, trattandoci come dei pezzenti, provocandoci con frasi del tipo “bella figura, amico mio”
A must try! Literally the best Italian in LA, from all the fantastic dishes to the amazing service, everything was excellent. Thank you for the fabulous experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Francesco Terracciano
Simply the best Italian restaurant in the entire County. The dishes are totally Italian dishes cooked with competence and passion. No compromises at all. Thank you for your hospitality!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Debbie Schellenberg
Truly the worst Italian restaurant I have had in my life only to be topped by horrific service.There are so many excellent Italian restaurants on the West side this is one everyone should skip. Worse, I got as sick as a dog from bad clams which were cooked with pasta. HORRIBLE!!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
David Silverman
Worst restaurant in Los Angeles. Don't waste your time or your money. After I ordered a very under cooked $40 pasta dish and was served, I was told by the hostess if I don't spend at least $50 minimum I will have to leave. Unbelievable!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
MC C.
We just had dinner with our friends to give them a taste of Apulian cuisine. We were very happy with the authenticity of the food and the selection of the wine from the region. The team was very attentive and friendly. Valentina was friendly and gracious. We will definitely go back again
Incredible. Food brought us back to our honeymoon in puglia so authentically. The panzerotti tastes just like the ones we had, and the beet salad was incredibly fresh. Service from Luca was fantastic, he made it an unforgettable experience! When people ask what my favorite restaurant is in LA I now know the answer is La Puglia without a question!
One of my favorite restaurants in Santa Monica. Everything tastes so fresh and authentic. I especially love their live music nights!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Authentic southern Italian cuisine: from pizza and pasta to more elaborate dishes, there is something for everyone. Great quality of food and amazing selection of wine. Very nice ambiance and service is always very friendly.
This is a very authentic southern Italian restaurant. Everything is fresh and. Well prepared and delicious
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrata
Super authentic and delicious- finally a good espresso in LA
SURREAL!!! The Puglia where I lived is not like that. Puglia and Lecce are welcoming!!! Not assault for a few bucks. I was waited at the door and verbally attacked because the waiter didn't like the tip left. Dinner with my girlfriend tonight. We wait to order because no one arrives. Maybe you could bring water. We eat a good first course with mussels and clams; a good ice cream; a good sea bass. Honestly, they bring me an appetizer of dairy products and cheeses which the waiter doesn't explain to me; I didn't understand what was inside. Also because the quality of the mozzarella and burrata was really low. Furthermore, from a restaurant called Puglia I expected to find a high level of burrata. I ask for a glass of wine, Tramari. The Italian waiter who served us didn't understand what I was asking, maybe he didn't know the wine list. He brings me the glass by pouring it in the kitchen, it would still be nice to bring the bottle and pour it at the table. Also, at the very least, ask me if the wine is fine because the bottle may have some defects. We arrive at the end of dinner, they are kind by giving us a pasticciotto, probably to make up for it. Considering the wait, the appetizers and the problem with the wine, on a bill of 120 dollars I leave a 10 dollar tip. The waiter is waiting for me at the door. I just wanted to leave because I was in a hurry and my girlfriend wasn't feeling well. When asked if there had been any problems, I decided to politely reply that there had been no particular problems because we just wanted to leave as we were in a hurry to go to another place. The Italian waiter almost orders me to tip more. I politely replied that I would come back and fix it next time. The waiter decides to continue verbally attacking me and my pregnant girlfriend, treating us like beggars, provoking us with phrases like "you're making a good impression, my friend". I am used to polite and professional waiters who address each other as Lei; evidently this is not the right place to have acceptable service. If we had intended to return before, after the final treatment given to us by the waiter, we will never return. I had never been treated like this in a restaurant.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
without a doubt, the worst Italian restaurant and the worst service in Los Angeles. Hard to imagine this place surviving. Awful.
omg where do i even start?? food and drinks were amazing, vibes are immaculate, and staff is awesome!! i wish i could eat here all the time. hope to come again soon!
Everything was delicious and the service was great and friendly. The lamb chops are must and whatever you do get their Italian take on a napoleon for dessert. Their gelato is so fresh as well- I wouldn't be surprised if they told me they made them right before bringing them out. Highly recommend!
SURREALE!!! La Puglia in cui ho vissuto non è così. La Puglia e Lecce è accoglienza!!! Non aggressione per qualche dollaro. Sono stato atteso alla porta e aggredito verbalmente perché al cameriere non andava bene la mancia lasciata. Cena con la mia ragazza stasera. Aspettiamo per ordinare perché non arriva nessuno. Forse l'acqua potreste portarla. Mangiamo un buon primo con cozze e vongole; un buon gelato; un buon branzino. Sinceramente mi portano un antipasto di latticini e formaggi che non mi viene spiegato dal cameriere; non capivo cosa ci fosse dentro. Anche perché la qualità della mozzarella e della burrata era veramente bassa. Inoltre da un ristorante che si chiama Puglia mi aspettavo di trovare un livello alto sulla burrata. Chiedo un calice di vino, il Tramari. Il cameriere italiano che ci ha servito non capiva cosa stessi chiedendo, forse non conosceva la lista dei vini. Mi porta il calice versandolo in cucina, sarebbe bello comunque portare la bottiglia e versarlo a tavola. Inoltre, quantomeno, chiedimi se va bene il vino perché la bottiglia potrebbe avere qualche difetto. Arriviamo al termine della cena, si mostrano gentili regalandoci un pasticciotto, probabilmente per rimediare. Considerando l'attesa, gli antipasti e il problema con il vino, su un conto di 120 dollari lascio 10 dollari di mancia. Il cameriere mi attende alla porta. Io volevo solo andare via perché avevo fretta e la mia ragazza non si sentiva bene. Alla domanda se ci fosse stato qualche problema, decido di rispondere educatamente che non ci fossero stati problemi particolari perché volevamo solo andare via avendo fretta di recarci in un altro luogo. Il cameriere italiano arriva quasi a ordinarmi di lasciare di più di mancia. Io rispondo cortesemente che sarei tornato e avrei rimediato la volta successiva. Il cameriere decide di continuare ad aggredire verbalmente me e la mia ragazza incinta, trattandoci come dei pezzenti, provocandoci con frasi del tipo “bella figura, amico mio”
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A must try! Literally the best Italian in LA, from all the fantastic dishes to the amazing service, everything was excellent. Thank you for the fabulous experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simply the best Italian restaurant in the entire County. The dishes are totally Italian dishes cooked with competence and passion. No compromises at all. Thank you for your hospitality!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Truly the worst Italian restaurant I have had in my life only to be topped by horrific service.There are so many excellent Italian restaurants on the West side this is one everyone should skip. Worse, I got as sick as a dog from bad clams which were cooked with pasta. HORRIBLE!!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Worst restaurant in Los Angeles. Don't waste your time or your money. After I ordered a very under cooked $40 pasta dish and was served, I was told by the hostess if I don't spend at least $50 minimum I will have to leave. Unbelievable!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
We just had dinner with our friends to give them a taste of Apulian cuisine. We were very happy with the authenticity of the food and the selection of the wine from the region. The team was very attentive and friendly. Valentina was friendly and gracious. We will definitely go back again