This archetypal Italian bistro occupies a provocative red column fronted building on La Brea Avenue. Smart buff red carpet sprouts yellow pastel walls and is dressed with elegant white linen tables and chairs` dawning candles and sprays of flowers. The carte du jour offers house specialties of Italian olive oil steak and pasta alhambra. Upstairs a piano bar is open on the weekends for puffing your favorite stogie with your colleagues. The clientele is mostly local with a sprinkling of Hollywood heavies due to the close vicinity to several film studios.
Dishing up Italian dishes, this is a restaurant. Expect the average entrée to cost between $12 and $20, and it would be fine to dress casual.
Atmosphere: The place has an authentic and rustic décor. The interior is enhanced by displayed artwork, and the lighting is set quite dim. Tables are covered with linen tableclothes. The place is comfortable and relaxed and patroned by all kinds of people.
More Reasons to Go: If you`re looking for a place with entertainment, this is a good place to go Wednesdays thru Sundays. Farfalla On La Brea is great for anniversaries, other romantic evenings and groups. When weather permits, enjoy seating outside on the patio.
Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner.A full selection of alcoholic beverages are served. You`ll find that there a seated bar inside.
Details to Note: Reservations are necessary for groups. Parking has been arranged for customers.
Ways to Pay: Cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club and Discover
