Osteria Florence

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Legacy That Travels Well

Florence Osteria on Beverly Boulevard carries a credible backstory: it comes from the same team that introduced L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele — the legendary Neapolitan institution — to the United States. Having already proven their commitment to bringing centuries-old Italian tradition across the Atlantic, they turned their attention to Tuscany. The result is a Beverly Grove restaurant that Gambero Rosso has recognized in its 2026 guide, a publication that doesn't hand out acknowledgments lightly.

What's on the Table

The Tuscan cooking here is built around a few honest pillars. The legendary Fiorentina steak anchors the mains alongside a Mediterranean Branzino and a Lamb Rack Gundagai. Starters include a Golden Arancino and Polpo Arrosto, while the pasta section runs from Truffle Fettuccine to stuffed handmade Tortelli — all made in-house. At the Santa Monica sister location, the same Tuscan spirit shows up in dishes like Housemade Spaghetti Carbonara with guanciale and egg yolk, Cacio e Pepe with an optional truffle upgrade, and a Maccheroni Bolognese using beef and pork ragù. Desserts keep things grounded: a Limoncello Tiramisù and a Pandoro bread pudding with whisky caramel.

The bar program is taken seriously. Wine pairings lean on premium Tuscan and international labels, and signature cocktails — including the Florence Martini — round out the list. A daily happy hour from 5 to 7 pm at the bar and hightops, plus weekly specials like half-price pasta on Wednesdays and all-day happy hour on Sundays, give regulars good reason to return.

The Room

The Beverly Grove location doubles as a piano bar, where live music fills the space most evenings. The design balances elegance with warmth — the kind of place that works equally well for a quiet dinner for two or a private party. Outdoor seating is available, and the restaurant accommodates takeaway and meal kits for those who want a piece of Tuscan cuisine at home.

Florence Osteria is owned by Branded Integrations Hospitality Group, which operates both the Beverly Grove and Santa Monica locations under the same philosophy: fresh, locally sourced ingredients, respect for Italian technique, and an atmosphere that feels genuinely convivial rather than performative.