Pura Vita

$$ • Vegan, Italian, Wine Bars

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8274 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood
(323) 688-2303

About Pura Vita

Pura Vita offers a unique dining experience that transports customers to Italy, despite its compact entrance. The restaurant's interior is a pleasant surprise, with a kind waiter greeting guests and leading them to the dining area. The menu features a variety of delightful options, including vegan dishes that are hard to distinguish from traditional Italian cuisine. Standout dishes include the grilled citrus herb tofu, Polpettine appetizer, and seasonal pasta menu item. The restaurant is an ideal choice for vegans and those with dietary restrictions, offering a range of vegetarian options and catering to dairy-free and vegan diets. Guests often praise the delicious food, especially the pizza, pasta, and potato dishes. The garlic knots and broccolini are highly recommended, and many visitors consider the chocolate chip cookie the best ever. The spicy penne pasta and pistachio gelato are also favorites.

Recent reviews highlight the creamy and flavorful pasta, with many calling it the best they have ever had. The 4 cheese pizza is noted for its amazing homemade taste, although some find the crust a bit chewy. Customers enjoy the Caesar salad, described as fresh and crisp, along with perfectly seasoned tofu scrambles during brunch. Chef Tara's creativity and authenticity shine through in every dish, making Pura Vita a beloved spot for both daytime visits and romantic date nights, truly a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic Italian dining experience with a vegan twist.

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Pura Vita Reviews

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491 ratings
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4.7
Atmosphere
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Service
4.6

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Vegan or not, I can’t imagine why anyone would not love this place.❤️

Everything coming out of the kitchen looked delicious. The linguini de mare was phenomenal and... arancini! I thought I'd never eat them again once I gave up dairy. I'm over the moon!

I have been back in Los Angeles for almost 4 years now and I just can’t believe it took us this long to finally get to Pura Vita. And we were not disappointed!!
The garlic knots and potato wedges were both super tasty appetizers and for 2 people, not too much food, and not too little either.
My beloved got the Black Magic? Lasagna, or it was called something similar to that 🤣 She absolutely LOVED it. And I had the Animal Lovers Calzone, which was ENORMOUS and I’m...read full review

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Hours

Monday 4 - 10PM
Tuesday 12 - 10PM
Wednesday 12 - 10PM
Thursday 12 - 10PM
Friday 12 - 11PM
Saturday 11AM - 11PM
Sunday 11AM - 10PM
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