Discover Culina, an award-winning Italian restaurant in Los Angeles. A staple of the city's dining scene for over 15 years, Culina reimagines Italian classics through a contemporary California lens. Dine indoors, enjoy outdoor dining amid lush gardens and citrus trees or reserve a 22-seat private dining room for intimate gatherings. The menu features handmade pasta, crudo, pizza from a Neapolitan-style oven and a wine list of over 500 bottles.

HOURS

Open for Indoor and Outdoor Dining
BREAKFAST
Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 11:00 am Saturday – Sunday 7:00 am – 10:00am
Weekend Brunch
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
LUNCH
Monday – Friday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
DINNER
Sunday – Thursday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Friday – Saturday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Awards

  • Best of Award of Excellence, "Wine Spectator" Restaurant Awards, 2025

Signature Dishes

  • Pappardelle Ripiene

    English Pea, Ricotta, Black Truffle

  • Burrata with basil, aged balsamic and olive oil
    SEASONAL BURRATA

    Basil, Aged Balsamic, Olive Oil

  • BUCATINI CACIO E PEPE

    Fresh Cracked Pepper, Pecorino Toscano, Summer Truffle

  • Rigatoni served in a beige stoneware bowl
    Rigatoni Alla Vodka

    Calabrian Chili, Stracciatella, Basil Oil

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Events

Negroni Sessions
September 26; October 3, 10 & 17 | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The celebration continues with Negroni Sessions, an exclusive four-part series of lively Saturday evenings inspired by Italian cocktail culture. Featuring vinyl DJ sets, curated Negroni cocktails and Culina's contemporary Italian cuisine, each evening brings together music, conversation and aperitivo traditions in a vibrant al fresco setting.
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Overhead view of rectangular live-edge wooden table filled with a holiday feast
Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet
November 26, 12:00 noon – 7:00 pm
This Thanksgiving, gather your loved ones and join us at Culina for a spectacular holiday brunch buffet. Our elaborate spread features a diverse array of culturally inspired dishes, Thanksgiving classics and delectable desserts. Enjoy live entertainment throughout the day to enhance your dining experience.
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Christmas Eve Dinner at Culina
December 24, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
On Christmas Eve, join us at Culina for a festive Italian-inspired dinner featuring seasonal specials. Begin with tuna carpaccio accented by lemon basil, pickled shallots and blood orange sorbet, followed by indulgent offerings such as truffle fettuccine, lobster-crab raviolo or a 24-ounce bone-in ribeye. End the evening on a sweet note with strawberry matcha millefoglie, crafted for a memorable holiday celebration.
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Christmas Brunch at Culina
December 25, 12:00 noon – 7:00 pm
Gather with family and friends for an elegant Christmas Day celebration at Culina. Enjoy an expansive holiday brunch buffet featuring fresh seafood, carving stations, seasonal specialties, festive sweets and interactive culinary experiences, all thoughtfully designed to bring warmth, flavour and joy to the season.
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New Year's Eve Dinner at Culina
December 31, 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ring in the New Year at Culina with an elegant evening of exceptional dining, live music and a champagne toast. Executive Chef Jesús Medina presents a festive prix-fixe menu featuring seasonal flavours and refined Italian-inspired cuisine, from lobster-crab raviolo and tuna carpaccio to expertly prepared Wagyu strip loin and poached halibut. Conclude the evening with an artfully crafted dessert, enjoy live entertainment throughout the night and welcome the year ahead in celebratory style.
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