March 6, 2023

This restaurant, located on Rodeo Drive, is for those who love all things House of Gucci. I ate here for my birthday, and it was one of the most incredible experiences of my life. There are three different menus: one inspired by California called the “Cali State of Mind", one inspired by Italy called the “Under the Palms”, and one describing the chef’s journey from Japan to Italy to La called the “Chef 's Experience”.

We had the “Under the Palms'' menu, and the dishes were unbelievably creative and beautiful. My sister had a vegetarian version, and it was just as amazing too. One of my favorite dishes was a piquant risotto that was amazingly shaped like a Margherita pizza with the sauces and cheese being colored red, green and white. There was also butter that was formed into the Gucci bee. These details really made everything feel even more special and elevated. Another favorite food item was the “mini-me”, which was a Michelin chef-created burger that came in a cute pink container and included “Italian fries” that were thick and flavorful. I also loved the Parmigiano Reggiano tortellini which were miniature and literally so adorable. Finally, I had the Charley Marley for dessert, and it was chocolatey and filled with many delightful textures. 

Not only is the food all that you could dream of and more, but the restaurant’s gorgeous Gucci floral design is so elegant. The floor was an open space with large windows and marble all around and teal, gold, and pink highlights sprinkled throughout. All of the plates had red butterflies or pink and blue wildflowers on them to further the feeling that you transported to an ethereal Italian garden. Even the elevator that took you up to your meal had a colorful wildflower wallpaper. The word beautiful doesn’t even grasp how extraordinary this restaurant is.