I ate at Gucci's Beverly Hills restaurant frequented by stars like Dakota Johnson, where drinks cost up to $40 and all diners must follow a set of rules

Dan KodayJun 18, 2022, 19:44 IST

Dan Koday

On a recent LA trip, I ate at Gucci Osteria, a ritzy restaurant from the luxury fashion house.
Located in Beverly Hills, I thought the fashion-forward restaurant had a see-and-be-seen vibe.

Gucci is a luxury fashion house known for stylish designer clothing and accessories. The brand also now operates four restaurants around the globe, including Gucci Osteria in Beverly Hills, which I visited to see if it was worth the hype.

I visited Gucci's restaurant in Beverly Hills.Dan Koday

Gucci is a luxury fashion house known for stylish designer clothing and accessories. The brand also now operates four restaurants around the globe, including Gucci Osteria in Beverly Hills, which I visited to see if it was worth the hype.

Gucci Osteria is currently a hot reservation in Los Angeles, and the process of securing one required a few steps.

Reservations can be difficult to secure.Dan Koday

Gucci Osteria Beverly Hills' popularity and competitive reservations might have to do with its celebrity clientele.

Dakota Johnson has reportedly been to Gucci Osteria Beverly Hills.Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/Getty Images

All diners who eat at the Gucci Restaurant must follow a set of rules, including a "smart casual" dress code.

I captured my outfit selfie in the bathroom since photography was not encouraged inside the restaurant.Dan Koday

The restaurant is tucked above the Gucci store in Beverly Hills.

The Gucci store in Beverly Hills.Alex Millauer/Shutterstock

Inside the restaurant, I thought the decor felt bold and elegant, but also surprisingly casual.

I thought the glass-enclosed terrace was the focal point of the restaurant.Dan Koday

Red marble-topped tables were tastefully set with rose and leaf-patterned dinnerware, sophisticated stemware, and cutlery.

The table settings and menu were in line with Gucci's style.Dan Koday

I started my meal with a delicious — albeit expensive — cocktail featuring Gucci imprinted ice cubes.

A Gucci ice cube.Dan Koday

We also ordered Italian wine picked by a knowledgeable sommelier.

The wine we ordered.Dan Koday

The restaurant offers a five, seven, or eight-course tasting menu for dinner. We chose the five-course menu, which started with a burrata dish inspired by a famous Los Angeles monument.

The burrata meant to look like Walt Disney Concert Hall.Dan Koday

The restaurant offers a five, seven, or eight-course tasting menu for dinner. We chose the five-course menu, which started with a burrata dish inspired by a famous Los Angeles monument.

My dining companions and I then enjoyed a seafood salad dressed with olive oil, seasonal greens, and a pinch of fleur de sel.

The seafood salad was good, but not my favorite dish.Dan Koday

My favorite dish was a risotto that tasted similar to a pizza. Our server said it was also the most popular with other diners.

I liked this risotto the most.Dan Koday

Next was a uniquely presented version of a classic Italian fish dish.

The cod was expertly prepared.Dan Koday

Last was dessert. I thought the standout offering were the petit fours and pasticcini served on an elegant leaf-print cake stand.

I liked the extra desserts better than the one on my tasting menu.Dan Koday

Including a round of cocktails and bottles of wine, the bill for our meal at the Gucci Restaurant in Beverly Hills was roughly $2,200 for a party of six.

Dining at Gucci Osteria is not cheap.Dan Koday

I would dine at Gucci Osteria Beverly Hills again, but there are a few things I would do differently next time.

I would return, but only for lunch.Dan Koday

I tried the store-bought, jarred pasta sauce from 2 iconic NYC restaurants and think the cheaper one makes a better pantry staple

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I ate at Gucci's Beverly Hills restaurant frequented by stars like Dakota Johnson, where drinks cost up to $40 and all diners must follow a set of rules

Gucci is a luxury fashion house known for stylish designer clothing and accessories. The brand also now operates four restaurants around the globe, including Gucci Osteria in Beverly Hills, which I visited to see if it was worth the hype.

Gucci Osteria is currently a hot reservation in Los Angeles, and the process of securing one required a few steps.

Gucci Osteria Beverly Hills' popularity and competitive reservations might have to do with its celebrity clientele.

All diners who eat at the Gucci Restaurant must follow a set of rules, including a "smart casual" dress code.

The restaurant is tucked above the Gucci store in Beverly Hills.

Inside the restaurant, I thought the decor felt bold and elegant, but also surprisingly casual.

Red marble-topped tables were tastefully set with rose and leaf-patterned dinnerware, sophisticated stemware, and cutlery.

I started my meal with a delicious — albeit expensive — cocktail featuring Gucci imprinted ice cubes.

We also ordered Italian wine picked by a knowledgeable sommelier.

The restaurant offers a five, seven, or eight-course tasting menu for dinner. We chose the five-course menu, which started with a burrata dish inspired by a famous Los Angeles monument.

My dining companions and I then enjoyed a seafood salad dressed with olive oil, seasonal greens, and a pinch of fleur de sel.

My favorite dish was a risotto that tasted similar to a pizza. Our server said it was also the most popular with other diners.

Next was a uniquely presented version of a classic Italian fish dish.

Last was dessert. I thought the standout offering were the petit fours and pasticcini served on an elegant leaf-print cake stand.

Including a round of cocktails and bottles of wine, the bill for our meal at the Gucci Restaurant in Beverly Hills was roughly $2,200 for a party of six.

I would dine at Gucci Osteria Beverly Hills again, but there are a few things I would do differently next time.