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Il Pastaio
8.2
This Drago family institution has served fresh handmade pasta in Beverly Hills since 1994, earning celebrity status with dishes like the Justin Bieber pasta. The charming fountain patio and classic Italian interior provide the perfect backdrop for truffle-laden brunch dishes served tableside from cheese wheels.
Must-Try Dishes:
Justin Bieber Pasta, Truffle Pasta in Cheese Wheel, Eggs Benedict Italiana
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 8.3
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Tableside cheese wheel pasta and celebrity-named dishes
Who should go: Pasta purists and celebrity spotters
When to visit: Weekend brunch on the fountain patio
What to order: Any pasta from the cheese wheel, burrata
Insider tip: The Justin Bieber pasta isn't on the menu - just ask for it
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet $15, limited street parking with 2-hour meters until 6pm
Dress code: Beverly Hills casual - nice jeans and a stylish top minimum, many dress up
Noise level: Lively but manageable - patio quieter than inside for conversation
Weekend wait: 60-90 min without reservation, especially Saturday
Weekday lunch: Walk-in usually fine except Friday power lunch rush
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - multiple pasta and appetizer options, cheese-forward menu
Vegan options: Very limited - can modify pasta with marinara, ask server
Gluten-free options: No dedicated GF pasta, but risotto and salads available
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Perfect - the fountain patio is romantic without being too intimate, sharing cheese wheel pasta is a fun conversation starter, and the Beverly Hills scene adds energy
Can I get a table without a reservation? Weekday lunch yes, but weekend brunch books 2 weeks out. Bar seating sometimes available for walk-ins, or try early dinner at 5pm
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for brunch and early dinner - they'll make butter pasta off-menu, high chairs available, but gets scene-y after 7pm
Best For
Better for: Theatrical pasta service and celeb-spotting beats other Beverly Hills Italian spots for the Instagram moment
Consider Alternatives If: You want cutting-edge Italian - go to Bestia or Mother Wolf for more innovative takes
Hours
Monday11:30am - 11pm
Tuesday11:30am - 11pm
Wednesday11:30am - 11pm
Thursday11:30am - 11pm
Friday11:30am - 12am
Saturday11:30am - 12am
Sunday11:30am - 10pm