LITA
$$$ • Caribbean, Pet Friendly, Vegan
Hours:
1602 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
(925) 933-5482
About LITA
Customers' Favorites
LITA Reviews
Great menu....creative choices
Welcoming atmosphere
Friendly & Expedient service
Food was not prepared as requested.
I will return every time I get a chance!
Ratings
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
LITA is a vibrant restaurant that offers a unique dining experience. Guests are welcomed with a warm atmosphere, complete with beautifully costumed staff and live music. The menu features a range of delicious dishes, including the Oxtail, Sweet Potato Pone, coconut chicken curry empanadas, and grilled octopus. The Chica-LITA Flight and mangonada margarita are also popular choices. The restaurant's focus is on flavor and presentation, making it a great spot for a special occasion or a night out with friends.
The menu is focused but delicious, featuring Caribbean and Latin American-inspired dishes with a modern twist. Standout items include the tender and spiced-to-perfection jerk chicken and the addictive oxtail empanadas. The seafood dishes are incredibly fresh, and the sauces are flavor explosions in every bite. The bar staff is skilled, crafting signature cocktails like the Guava Mojito and the Lita's Old Fashioned that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Guests often enjoy the ceviche trio with chips, and the mushroom quesadilla, which are praised for their great taste. The restaurant is visually appealing and located in a convenient area.
The atmosphere is both upscale and relaxed, with a beautifully curated space that blends modern elegance with warm Caribbean-Latin charm. Visitors appreciate the chef's Michelin star and the high level of service. The food is expertly prepared and presented, with standout dishes like the "Rundownn" and curry shrimp pasta. While the music could use more variety, the overall dining experience at LITA is memorable. Some reviews mention that the restaurant can be a little loud and that towards the end of the meal, staff appeared eager to close, which can detract from the experience. Despite this, many guests leave happy, especially after celebrating special occasions with gifts like wine, dessert, or complimentary coconut ice cream.