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downtown Bottega Louie Does Fine Dining Without The Preteniousness
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Anchored on the corner of 7th Ave. and Grand in Downtown Los Angeles, the Brockman Building is home to one of the city’s must-visit destinations in Bottega Louie. Boasting undeniable curb appeal, the floor to ceiling windows that run the perimeter of the restaurant provide a unique showcase for Gourmet Market & Patisserie. A confectionary collection that looks more like art then it does dessert, ensures a first impression that is guaranteed to get the palette interested in what the chef has to offer. Far from the conventional, stuffy setting of traditional Italian Trattoria, the stainless steel open kitchen bustling with a dozen or so chefs is just as energetic as the dining room – which is just as packed on a Tuesday as it is on a Saturday. And for good reason – Bottega Louie has set a standard for feasible fine dining. Between
Words Ramon Gonzales
the ambiance and the menu, the expectation would be that a visit here would result in some damage to the wallet, but the prices are no more than that of chain restaurant. Hip factor aside, this L.A. hotspot has earned every bit of the hype – here’s why.
Clean, simple, elegant – the floorplan of a restaurant might not be a detail that weighs heavily for too many people, but it does make sense that comfort and a good meal go hand in hand. Massive ceilings, white tile, subtle gold accents, and tons of open space create a dining environment that effortlessly feels classy, all the while retaining genuine comfort. This isn’t the kind of place that requires a shirt and tie, but the ambiance is such that you just might want to put one on anyway.
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