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Culina - Modern Italian Reviews List

Culina - Modern Italian

Culina is taking reservations for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Capturing the cosmopolitan ethose of Los Angeles, Culina, Modern Italian presents a lively neighborhood gathering spot where sophisticated cuisine and levity join hands. Culina, from the Latin word for "kitchen" showcases the intersection of traditional and modern Italian cuisine with a menu guided by exceptional ingredients. Guests can linger over small plates and wine or settle in for a night of superior dining in the garden. The menu features Los Angeles' only crudo bar with the finest selections of hand prepared raw seafood, as well as homemade pastas, pizzas, the freshest Burrata and salami, and authentic entrees. Our wine program offers approximately 200 wines, most available by carafe, from Italy and the rest of the world, with a range of unique aperitifs and cocktails. Culina provides the perfect atmosphere to see and be seen!
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102 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(102 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 102 reviews
5 stars
(52)
4 stars
(35)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Noise Level
2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(57)
  • great for outdoor dining(56)
  • fit for foodies(49)
  • notable wine list(34)
  • neighborhood gem(32)
  • romantic(29)
Culina - Modern Italian Reviews List
Review 1 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious food

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Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful experience as always and even had a celebrity sighting while on property. Definitely recommend the Modo Mio!"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great experience

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We went for my birthday dinner and had a wonderful time. The service was great and the food was outstanding. Overall a delightful experience. Will definitely go back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dinner celebration at Culina

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Oh so very delicious! We had a wonderful time and the staff took special care of us making our early mother's day celebration this more special."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"So far so good our second time there, and seem to keep getting better.23/1"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The classiest, high quality brunch in LA. I have eaten here about 10 times and the quality never changes!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food and service was excellent.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food and service was excellent. The outside patio is beautiful, and if they would turn down the music a little, pleasantly quiet. Our waitress was uber pleasant and responded quickly to all our needs. The food was exceptional. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent food and wine list. Reazonable prices. Outstanding service by Michael and Maria. Must come back."
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The risotto and ravioli meals

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The risotto and ravioli meals were delicious! the portions are on the small side."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We took our Mom for her 90th

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We took our Mom for her 90th and were treated like Royalty. The patio is lovely and very quiet. The portions are large and several of us shared entrees. The food was equisitely prepared. I would return in a flash!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It was a lovely dining experience.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was a lovely dining experience. The sommelier made it even more special. Loved the wine. The food was good - but personally, I did not find it to be outstanding. Good, but not great. The ambience was wonderful though."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our server, Michael, was wonderful!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our server, Michael, was wonderful!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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Review 12 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good hangout

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We recently dined at Culina. The last time we dined there was a couple of months ago and their mushroom pasta was to die for. It was no longer on the menu and I'm not sure if the chef is the same as the food was average compared to the many times before where it was exceptional. If it is the same chef please bring back some of the old items on the menu. Service was outstanding."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2006
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Review 13 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food not as good as I expected.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food not as good as I expected. Music too loud."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2001
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 14 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

really great service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food: rib eye steak was a bit grisly & that's my only complaint. appetizers were to die for - arancini is a must try item & so is Ricciola (sp?). food overall was good. Service deserves more than 5 stars. "michael" was our waiter & while very attentive, seemed to know exactly when to approach the table. definitely is a keeper & i'll recommend to others."
Dined on 03/25/2013
 2013
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Review 15 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Surpassed exectations

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Dining at Culina for the 1st time was a wonderful, very enjoyable experience. Every aspect of the experience was favorable. The room is beautiful, the food was delicious and the service was impeccable. We were a group of four, and all came away extremely satisfied. I highly recommend it."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

That home feeling

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a great dinner with mom and wife
Great variety menu. We had a wonderful wine
The setting was very special
I felt like I was at a party in my home
"
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

THIS IS MUST

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Outstanding dining experience ."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 18 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service was fantastic and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Service was fantastic and very friendly. Room is beautiful. It was quiet but not dead, the nice quiet where you can actually have a conversation and the food was excellent."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was quite good.Service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was quite good.Service started awkwardly but was overall good. Flavors are modern but yet truly Italian. I was quite surprised. At the Four Seasons Beverly Hills. Always fun to people watch and enjoy a great meal. Can't go wrong! Step up the service and you have a winner...I will definitely go back regardless!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2004
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 20 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Usually love the dinner. An

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Usually love the dinner. An off night at Public. Waitstaff not on top of things. Food inconsistent. Something was amiss in the kitchen and on the floor."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2003
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Review 21 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

My favorite was the raw fish

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My favorite was the raw fish appetizer--our fish entrees were also delicious."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Shining Service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food here was excellent; we had the scallops and polenta, and the fig reduction alone was stunning. Scallops done perfectly. My wife had the lamb ragu over gnocchi and was knocked out; I had the lasagna and was delighted.
Great food will give you a name, but you go back for service. This place was ridiculously brilliant. Our waiter, Michael, was attentive and engaging but not intrusive. If we mentioned anything - asked Michael for coffee, for example - within a minute a separate person would step up to follow through. (So within 1 minute of Michael saying yes and leaving to get coffee, some how a bus boy stepped up with a platter with cream and sugar and asked if we wanted that with our coffee. If felt like a magic trick)."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 23 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I love being in this restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I love being in this restaurant with it's understated elegance. The food is interesting and good and usually the service is, too. This time the waiter brought the wrong dessert, forgot the cream for the coffee and had to constantly be asked for more water. He did correct his dessert error but he could have been much better. I would still go back because everything else is so good."
Dined on 02/27/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

not what it was a year ago

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"service is slipping a bit. Detail to attention that made this place special was lacking. Dined here 5 times over 3 days, so had a good chance to test the current landscape and it missed the mark."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 25 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very nice, no regrets at all!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It really was a very nice and pleasant evening out with friends, recommend it highly!"
Dined on 02/11/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 26 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I loved Culina. The wine selection

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I loved Culina. The wine selection is amazing and the generosity and education that comes with each glass is unusual due to the wine master. The food was absolutely delicious. Every morsel was delectable. The chopped salad, which for me brings up visions of iceberg lettuce, was outrageous..savory and sweet in each mouthful and chopped to perfection. The octopus was tender and sublime, served on a bed of harissa and garbonzo beans. The veal milanese, lamb chops, ...and the brussel sprout were also prepared as they should be. And the brussels sprouts, all I can say is have some."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 27 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Stay away from the bar - $35

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Stay away from the bar - $35 for two drinks was ridiculous. I realize that it is connected with the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills, but unless you are a captive guest at the hotel, I would avoid this venue"
Dined on 02/18/2013
 2007
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Review 28 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

on that night, the scallops

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"on that night, the scallops from the crudo bar were outstanding. I can still taste it."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 29 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Italian cuisine is usually

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Italian cuisine is usually my go-to. I absolutely love this establishment and frequent it quite often. I recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious meal, accompanied by great wine and enjoys excellent service. I've never had a complaint when it comes to Culina."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing as always

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"wonderful. The tagliatelli was out of this world."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 31 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent Experience at Il Culina!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Delicious food & charming staff."
Dined on 01/29/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Culina was outstanding. I

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Culina was outstanding. I will definitely head back."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 33 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A little loud...

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Music's a little loud for my taste--asked our server if it could be lowered and she told us that it's hard-set at one volume because the owner wants it that way. Odd response, I thought, and even odder policy. Food is amazing, service is superb, so the only negative last night was a too-loud dining room because of the canned music."
Dined on 02/03/2013
 2006
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Review 34 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

top of the line.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I love the place.. really nice people. I recommend it to my boss and his friends and my friends. have come so many times, for lunch and Dinner.. I come these time with my son, who love the place and he recommend it to his friend right away on the face book."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 35 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

We ordered from the DineLA

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We ordered from the DineLA menu and felt like we were treated like second-class citizens as a result, even though $45/person is not cheap and we did order several drinks. Portions were ridiculously small. Service left much to be desired. We had to beg for more water, more bread. Also waited way too long between courses. We would never go back after this experience."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2008
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Review 36 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I went here for Dine LA and

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"I went here for Dine LA and was extremely impressed with the food. The cioppino was very good, the porcini tagliatelle was absolutely phenomenal, the scallops nestled in lobster risotto also very good, and the tiramisu yummy. I cannot say enough about how good the tagliatlle was (it's homemade)! It's crazy how good it was. We were so disappointed to find out that it's not on the regular menu. I'll have to go back to try their other homemade pastas. Also the cocktails were uncommonly good with unique flavor mixtures - I highly reccomend the Picasso's Pear. The ambiance is lovely, very high end. You can park a couple blocks away if you don't wanna valet at the Four Seasons."
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Culina - Modern Italian
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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"Our first visit to this beautiful Italian restaurant in The Four Seasons Hotel, and we enjoyed our DineLA dinner. I had a seafood soup, rigatoni with sausage, scallops with a risotto, and for dessert a very fine rice pudding with berries. Everything was excellent, and we plan to return for lunch or dinner. There is a very nice patio, but it was a little chilly for us to sit outside; it would be great on a warm evening."
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 38 for Culina - Modern Italian
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great for brunch.

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"Good for Sunday buffet brunch lunch.
Not so great for dinner. Dinner food so so.
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Dined on 01/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 39 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

food was excellent and we

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"food was excellent and we had the best service from our waiter and the staff."
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2007
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 40 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We enjoyed a wonderful dinner

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Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed a wonderful dinner and had a great evening. The food was delicious and the atmosphere outside on the patio was perfect. We can't wait to come back."
Dined on 01/21/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 41 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wait staff was fantastic as

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"Wait staff was fantastic as was hostess."
Dined on 01/10/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 42 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food is lovely. The service

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4 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"The food is lovely. The service staff friendly but not obsequious. The menu has flavors from Italy with other Mediteranean influences. Sitting in the garden in the evening is magical with the stunning fires of heat maps and fires over the fountain. It is a great touch that you can order house win in 6 ounces or 12 ounces which allows you to share many ways.
We suggeest that the piped in music in the garden be lowed since one of the reasons people choose that area is to have peace and quiet and conversation."
Dined on 01/20/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, romantic, hot spot
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Review 43 for Culina - Modern Italian
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent pasta and black

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4 / 5
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"Excellent pasta and black cod. beautiful restaurant and outdoor dining. The music from the bar is a little too loud for the restaurant however."
Dined on 01/19/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Culina - Modern Italian
Based on the average of (59) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
5 out of 6 recommend this product
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
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