Ettore Vino e Cucina
Restaurant · Fairfax District
Parking lot, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Highlights
Handcrafted pastas, organic wines, and a rustic-elegant atmosphere
Handcrafted pastas, organic wines, and a rustic-elegant atmosphere
"The largest new restaurant inside the Original Farmers Market, this bastion of classic Italian food come from a co-owner of Osteria Mamma on Melrose and Ettore Winery in Mendocino. As expected, the menu starts with little wine-friendly bites like gnocco fritto and chicken panelle. Mid-course, there are nine or so pastas from which to choose, like traditional pappardelle bolognese, tonnarelli cacio e pepe, or ravioli with ricotta. The approach is very typical of Italy — unfussy, well-executed, and generous enough." - Matthew Kang
"Ettore is a rare beast at the Farmers Market: a full-service sit-down restaurant with reservations and a back patio that looks out over Whole Foods. This upscale Italian spot from the Osteria Mamma people also pours a long list of organic and natural wines. Drinking a glass of orange pet-nat? Within earshot of The Grove? We’re into it. We’re also into Ettore’s food, like pink-hued red wine tagliatelle with mushrooms, juicy skewers of grilled octopus and sausage, and a boozy limoncello panna cotta. The renovated space feels suitably fresh for the historic market with cement floors, moody track lighting, and large wooden tables suitable for groups." - brant cox
"Tucked inside the Farmers Market at the Grove, Ettore Vino e Cucina is a charming Italian restaurant with an approachable menu of pastas and proteins. During Dine LA, guests can order a choice of ceci fritti or panelle, followed by spaghetti al prosciutto or cacio e pepe. All meals come with the choice of white, rose, or red wine." - Rebecca Roland
"If you want to take in the Original Farmers Market’s charm (and tourist mayhem) with a full-service sit-down meal, Ettore Vino e Cucina is your newest option. From the Osteria Mamma people, this northern Italian spot has a substantial antipasti menu with a daily fish crudo and chickpea fritters, plus a lineup of salads, pasta, and braised meat dishes. An Italian-style winery from NorCal is a partner in the project as well, so there’s also a long list of natural and organic wines to enjoy on their outdoor patio. We recently visited Ettore. Read our thoughts here." - sylvio martins
"Ettore is a rare beast at the Farmers Market: a full-service sit-down restaurant with reservations and a back patio that looks out over Whole Foods. This upscale Italian spot from the Osteria Mamma people also pours a long list of organic and natural wines. Drinking a glass of orange pet-nat? Within earshot of The Grove? We’re into it. We’re also into Ettore’s food, like pink-hued red wine tagliatelle with roasted kale and mushrooms, juicy skewers of grilled octopus and sausage, and a boozy limoncello panna cotta. The renovated space feels suitably fresh for the historic market with cement floors, moody track lighting, and large wooden tables suitable for groups." - Brant Cox
