LA Puglia

4.8

244 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Nov 29, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

LA Puglia celebrates the beauty of the Puglia region - in the Southern Italy - through its culinary tradition with a contemporary sensibility and aims to transport its guests right there through an authentic food & wine experience.
Calling it “an ode to the authenticity of our regional cuisines”, the prestigious Gambero Rosso International awarded LA Puglia in Santa Monica as Restaurant of the Year from among its 2023 list of Top Italian Restaurants in the world. The official press release describes feeling transported to a small town between Bari and Lecce where flavors without filters and authentic, precise cooking deliver a genuine Apulian experience.
Our menu features specialties such as fresh orecchiette with brasciole, black linguine with seafood, puree of fava beans with sautéed dandelion greens, the unique Apulian focaccia, and Pasticciotto, the decadent cream-filled pastry eaten for breakfast in the province of Lecce.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Tue–Sun 10:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Tue–Fri 10:00 am–12:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:45 pm
Phone number
(424) 229-5902
Website
http://www.lapuglia.us/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Valentina Bianco
Private party facilities
For your special event, count on us! Our event planner will assist you with menus, recommendations, and decorations to make it simply unique! Our Gallery room also features a lounge area and a projector and has its own private entry which ensure a truly intimate experience for all your events!
Private party contact
Valentina Bianco: (424) 303-2624

Location
1621 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
On Wilshire between 16th and 17th
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Jazz Tuesday
Multiple dates available
Don't miss the very best of Los Angeles Music served up with Authentic Southern Italian Food on Tuesdays from 7 to 9pm. No cover charge. Min $50 F&B.
Christmas Eve Dinner
$112.45 per person
Dec 24, 2024 only
Join us in our main dining room for your Christmas Eve celebration. Please visit our website for more information: https://lapuglia.us/
Christmas Eve with Live Music
$145.54 per person
Dec 24, 2024 only
Join Us for a Special Christmas Eve Celebration Experience the magic of the holidays in our Gallery Room on Christmas Eve with a delightful 3-course menu and live music by the incredible Elaine Gibbs Quintet. Seatings begin at 6 PM. Elaine Gibbs, known for her soulful R&B style, began her musical journey at 13 in the church. A finalist on The X Factor Season One, she captivated judges and audiences alike. With performances in over 25 countries alongside Gospel and R&B legends like Rev. James Cleveland and Bobby Womack, Elaine has also sung for Rod Stewart and appeared in This Christmas. She even performed live with Justin Timberlake for Victoria’s Secret. Don’t miss this unforgettable Christmas concert! More at https://lapuglia.us/

Offers

Happy Hour!
Multiple dates available
Sun - 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM,Tue - Sat - 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
It's Happy Hour at LA Puglia from 2 PM to 5 PM! Join us and immerse yourself in the flavors of Southern Italian cuisine. Indulge in our pizzas, pastas, and appetizers, along with expertly crafted cocktails and fine wines that will transport you straight to the heart of Puglia. We can't wait to welcome you!
Lunch Tasting Menu
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:45 AM - 3:45 PM,Tue - Sat - 11:45 AM - 3:45 PM
Enjoy a curated selection of our most popular lunch items for just $28! Available Tuesday through Sunday, 11:30am to 3:30pm. Create your personalized tasting menu by choosing one item from each section and immerse yourself in the unique flavors of Apulia.

What 244 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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La Puglia in Santa Monica offers a delightful taste of Southern Italy with its "authentic and delicious" cuisine, highlighted by exceptional pasta, pizza, and desserts. Guests rave about the "fantastic" service and atmosphere, especially on jazz nights. The warm hospitality, led by owner Valentina, ensures a memorable dining experience.

244 Reviews

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Victoria
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s my favourite restaurant in Santa Monica. Great Italian food, excellent selection of wine, very friendly and helpful staff. Interior is absolutely stunning and modern. Also everything is from Italy which is make it more special and iconic. Owner Valentina is always there and making everyone feel welcome and loved. I would highly recommend to visit this charming place.
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mercedes
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant creates a beautiful experience for its guests- with the fabulous food, beautiful interior, perfect lighting, gracious and passionate-about- the menu- servers. I’ve yet to attend one of the intimate converts next door but it’s in my list. I now come to LA Puglia on each visit to Los Angeles and look forward to the next one!
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Sharon
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb food and wine, beautiful atmosphere and just the best wait staff and hosts
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Arnie
Los Angeles
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food and very authentic. Always a joy to dine here!
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Brian
Austin
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food/drink and unique decor with attentive servers. Wish that the place was a bit more bustling on a Saturday night but the only way for that to happen is for more people to come!
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Mitchell
Los Angeles
138 reviews
5.0
138 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The great food is enhanced by about the most welcoming and pleasant staff to be found anywhere in L.A. From the owner to the hostess to the wait persons and the busboy, smiles abound. We shall return often.
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Lara
Los Angeles
27 reviews
vip
3.0
27 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
My husband's family is from Puglia. Although there are Puglese dishes on the menu, the food is not that good. And overpriced
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Vikas
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of Santa Monica’s gems! Delicious food, impeccable service, beautiful decor. Valentina has created a truly special place. Tuesday night Jazz is not to be missed!
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Jeff
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great room, good music, tasty food made for a pleasant experience
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Geo
Los Angeles
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very authentic sourthern Italian cuisine. Excellent Italian wine list, but really pricy on the wine. TUESDAY NIGHT IS JAZZ NIGHT make sure you reserve in the "showroom" if yo uwant to hear the band. A grat addition to jazz on the westside of Los Angeles
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LA Puglia is rated 4.8 stars by 244 OpenTable diners.