I visited Da Vinci last night after visiting LACMA and was not really sure what to expect, although I did know this was the former dining spot for Dean Martin...
The interiors reminded me of my great-grandmother's pad in Florida with splashes of salmon pink and baby blue booths. The clientele was just as we expected, we were the youngest patrons by many years. Our food was simple, as was the menu. I am not sure how they calculate a prix fixe menu of $40 with a "your choice" range from chicken or steak or pasta to whatever (along with a starter and desert). My husband took advantage, but I stuck with pasta and salad. Large portions and simple seasoning, which if you are in the mood, it works. The service was amazing and spot on, I guess from years of practice. I was a bit turned off by the TWO towers of advertisers' cards in the entry way leading to the bathroom. I was not sure how these fit in the mix of coiffed hair and Dean Martin tunes. Oh well, maybe that is the restaurant?s way of updating the scene.
Pros: Service, old school ambiance
Cons: Simple dishes, decor
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