One of the best new restaurants in Los Angeles, the NYC-born high-end Italian eatery Marea, recently announced the debut of its excellent lunch service, just a few weeks after its quiet opening at 430 North Camden Drive in Beverly Hills.
You'd be forgiven for not having noticed the recent opening, very much looked over given the wildfires that destroyed a massive portion of Los Angeles, including chef Travis Passerotti's house in the Palisades.
"Here in L.A., chef Travis Passerotti (formerly of the Tasting Kitchen in Venice) oversees an extensive menu that includes Marea’s many signatures, including sea urchin lardo crostini, red wine octopus fusilli and lobster served with creamy burrata, plus a handful of dishes unique to L.A.," writes food and drink editor Patricia Kelly Yeo. "An equally skillful beverage program and a full-time pastry chef translate into smooth, well-balanced cocktails, a formidable wine selection and delectable end-of-meal bon bons—all of which elevate Marea Beverly Hills from just another spot for expense accountholders to a worthy candidate for your next splurge-y night out."
The space itself is worthy of attention: created by architecture and design firm nusla design, Marea exudes the sophistication and elegance that have come to define the restaurant's New York outpost. As is the case on the East Coast, the restaurant features a curated art collection on the walls that adds a flair of creativity to any meal consumed on site.
Those craving a more intimate experience can opt to book two private dining rooms that can be combined to accommodate groups of up to 50 guests at once.
Whatever the case may be, if it's a luxury affair that you're after, Marea should be your go-to.
Marea is located at 430 North Camden Drive in Beverly Hills. The restaurant is open for lunch from 12pm to 2:45pm on Mondays through Fridays and for dinner from 5pm to 11pm daily. Reservations are now available online.