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ZipPicks Awards
Best Date Night Italian in Beverly Hills
Best Italian in Beverly Hills
Master Critic Review
Funke
8.9
Chef Evan Funke's pasta laboratory showcases handmade pasta crafted using 150-year-old Italian techniques in a glass-enclosed workspace. The three-story art deco space features a rooftop bar with sweeping Beverly Hills views and agnolotti so delicate they must be seen to be believed.
Must-Try Dishes:
Agnolotti del Plin, Cacio e Pepe, Neapolitan Pizza
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 8.9
Food Quality: 9.3
Atmosphere: 8.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: Live pasta-making theater in a chrome and glass laboratory
Who should go: Pasta perfectionists and architecture enthusiasts
When to visit: Early dinner for the pasta show
What to order: Any handmade pasta, agnolotti, cacio e pepe
Insider tip: Bar Funke upstairs offers cocktails without reservations
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet $15, limited street parking on Beverly Drive fills up by 6:30pm
Dress code: Upscale casual - dark jeans acceptable but lean dressy, no athletic wear
Noise level: Moderate to lively - conversation-friendly but energetic dining room
Weekend wait: 60-90 min without reservation, weeks ahead for prime slots
Weekday lunch: Walk-ins possible at bar, 15-20 min for tables
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - several handmade pasta options with vegetables, cheese-based sauces
Vegan options: Very limited - can modify 2-3 dishes, call ahead recommended
Gluten-free options: No - specializes in traditional wheat pasta, limited alternatives
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Perfect - the pasta theater provides built-in conversation starter, lighting is romantic but not too dim, and the rooftop bar offers a scene change option
Can I get a table without a reservation? Unlikely for dinner - try the upstairs Bar Funke for cocktails and limited menu without reservation, or arrive at 5pm sharp for bar seats in main dining room
Is it kid-friendly? Better for ages 12+ who appreciate culinary experiences - no kids menu, sophisticated atmosphere, long meal pace
Best For
Better for: Handmade pasta authenticity and theatrical dining experience - surpasses Osteria Mozza for pasta craft, more exciting than Bestia
Consider Alternatives If: You want quick casual Italian or large portions - try Jon & Vinny's instead for relaxed vibes and bigger servings
Hours
Monday5pm - 9:45pm
Tuesday5pm - 9:45pm
Wednesday5pm - 9:45pm
Thursday5pm - 9:45pm
Friday5pm - 10pm
Saturday5pm - 10pm
SundayClosed