Funke

Tucked into the upscale enclave of Beverly Hills at 9388 S Santa Monica Blvd, Funke Los Angeles stands as a masterful homage to regional Italian traditions, where Chef Evan Funke—acclaimed for Felix and Mother Wolf—unveils a pasta laboratorio showcasing handmade shapes passed down through generations of Italian nonnas. This three-story 1930s Art Deco gem, opened in 2023 and now a Michelin Guide darling, immerses diners in a world of bronze-drawn and hand-rolled pastas amid Sicilian influences, open Monday-Thursday and Sunday from 5pm to 10:30pm (Friday-Saturday until 11pm), drawing LA’s food cognoscenti for an evening of precision and poetry in the city’s golden zip code.

Step into Funke, and the space unfolds with dramatic serenity—chrome-framed glass walls reveal pasta artisans at work in the open lab, while red leather booths, stone tables, and soaring ceilings evoke a Roman palazzo reborn for modern Beverly Hills, seating around 150 in an intimate yet grand flow. Ascend to Bar Funke’s rooftop perch for al fresco cocktails with sweeping views of the Hollywood Hills and glittering skyline, or settle into the ground-floor dining room where soft lighting casts a warm glow over conversations. Evenings hum with a refined energy, from the clink of wine glasses during aperitivo to the subtle buzz of shared plates, occasionally graced by a live musician, pulling in a polished crowd of locals and visitors. The atmosphere is elegant and enveloping, perfect for a milestone dinner, intimate date, or group feast that celebrates the ritual of the meal.

The menu, divided into handmade “fatta a mano” and extruded pastas, honors Funke’s mentors with attributions to regions and teachers, using premium imports like San Marzano tomatoes and aged pecorino, paired with an encyclopedic Italian wine list and classics like the Negroni Sbagliato ($18)—a fizzy vermouth-prosecco bitter with Campari for a lively prelude. Begin with the Fiori di Zucca ($24), ricotta-stuffed zucchini blossoms fried golden and crisp, a delicate, cheesy whisper from Funke’s sister spots. The Sfincione ($18), Sicilian focaccia topped with caciocavallo, anchovies, tomatoes, and breadcrumbs, arrives plush yet crisp—a salty, herby essential for tearing and sharing.

Pasta steals the spotlight with the Agnolotti dal Plin ($50), pork-stuffed pinched parcels in roast gravy with Parmigiano Reggiano, yielding a gravy-deep umami that’s worth every penny. The Rigatoni all’Amatriciana ($35) tosses tube pasta in guanciale-tomato sauce with pecorino and chili, robust and fiery. Pizza fans unite over the Margherita ($24), blistered Neapolitan-style crust with fior di latte and basil—a bubbly, straightforward delight. Mains include the Costata di Manzo ($70), grilled rib-eye cap with rosemary and sea salt, marbled and charred for primal satisfaction. Seafood shines in the Whole Branzino ($48), herb-crusted and filleted with lemon and olive oil, flaky and clean. Vegetarians savor the Eggplant Involtini ($26), rolled slices stuffed with ricotta and baked in passata, hearty with herbed warmth.

Desserts offer a tender close with the Bomboloni ($14), warm doughnuts filled with custard and dusted with sugar—pillowy and joyful—or the Panna Cotta ($12), silky vanilla set with berry compote for a light, floral sigh.

Reservations at Funke are highly competitive—released seven days in advance—but MyRSVP.com, the premier VIP concierge for global nightlife, daylife, and restaurant bookings, secures your seat with ease. Book pasta lab views or rooftop Bar Funke tables through our platform for instant confirmations and perks like priority during peak hours or complimentary limoncello chasers (note the $50 no-show fee). For VIP treatment, we arrange private events—from anniversary tastings to corporate banquets—in the wine-walled Olive Room (up to 30 guests) with custom menus and dedicated service. Standard bookings are via Resy or info@funkela.com, but MyRSVP.com offers exclusive benefits, swift approvals, and insider access such as guest lists for chef’s specials or seasonal pasta unveilings. In LA’s luminous Beverly Hills dining scene, Funke delivers artisanal soul and theatrical grace, where every MyRSVP.com reservation ensures a seamless, pasta-perfected visit filled with Italian legacy and impeccable hospitality.