Sotto

Sotto

Located in West Los Angeles, Sotto was a hip basement outpost for Neapolitan pizza and regional Italian cooking with craft cocktails.

This Italian restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 out of 232 reviews on Google. Unfortunately, it has permanently closed, leaving a hole in the Beverly Hills/West LA area, which lacks much in the way of quality dining.

Customer Reviews

• One reviewer claimed that Sotto had the best pizza they had ever tasted.
• Another reviewer loved every dish they ordered, starting from a simple but delicious salad to a great pizza with perfect fluffy dough topped with great burrata.
• Another reviewer even recommended trying the Butter beer, which is made with house soda, along with the House bread and burrata.

Nearby Landmarks

Nearby landmarks include the Westside Pavilion shopping center and the Museum of Tolerance.

Atmosphere and Service

Sotto was a great place for couples, friends, and family gatherings, as it had a good atmosphere and service. Although it was a bit pricey, it was in line with the quality and area. It was also recommended for a business lunch, brunch with friends, and as a place to be seen.

Menu Highlights

• The menu included a variety of dishes such as Crispy Octopus and Fiorata pizza with a small glaze of honey.
• The funghi pizza was a customer favorite, as it had the perfect texture and was really flavorful.
• The linguine was light and tasty, and the orata was impressive, which included fresh veggies and olives.

Chef Steve Samson

The chef behind Sotto's delicious dishes is Steve Samson, who has been featured in various publications such as the Los Angeles Times and Food & Wine. Chef Samson's five favorite dishes in L.A. include the Bolognese at Osteria Mozza, the smoked fish pizza at Pizzana, and the lasagna at Rossoblu.

In Conclusion

Although Sotto has permanently closed, it will always be remembered as a great Italian restaurant in West Los Angeles with delicious Neapolitan pizza and regional Italian cooking with craft cocktails. It was a place to be seen and recommended for couples, friends, and family gatherings. Chef Steve Samson's dishes were a hit with customers, and the restaurant received an overall rating of 4.5 out of 232 reviews on Google.