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North Italia – Made From Scratch, Authentic Elevated Cuisine

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North Italia, exquisite Italian cuisine is our favorite new culinary find. An LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2017 Best Restaurants in Los Angeles.

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Traditional Italian cooking is characterized by the finest ingredients and a commitment to freshness. Everything is made from scratch with seasonal vegetables, handcrafted cheeses, and superior meats and seafood.

North Italia remains true to the distinctive flavor of Italian cuisine without sacrificing the modern virtues of service and ambiance. The result is authentic food executed brilliantly by  and served in an attractive rustic setting by an attentive, knowledgeable staff. North Italia is a complete dining experience.

Whether you choose one of the restaurant’s Fall menu, signature dishes such as Red Wine Glazed Short Ribs or Bolognese or North Italia’s baked-to-perfection pizza, (which is the talk of pizza connoisseurs), you can be certain of an unforgettable meal.

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Red Wine Glazed Short Ribs

If you are new to North Italia’s menu, here are few suggestions for your first visit.

Burrata Tortelloni *TOP PICK
Freshly made tortelloni pasta stuffed with creamy, semi-soft Italian cheese is as mouthwatering as it sounds. Roasted butternut squash, mushroom, brussels leaves, hazelnut and sage brown butter help complete the rich taste of this North Italia favorite.

Burrata Tortelloni

North Italia’s Burrata Tortelloni

Seasonal Vegetable Salad
This beautiful fall special combines butternut squash, Brussel sprouts, cauliflower, kale, radicchio, pecorino, farro, pistachio, date, white balsamic vinaigrette.

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Heirloom Beet, Tuscan Kale and Seasonal Vegetable salads

Filet of Beef *TOP PICK
One of the most delicious steak dinners in all of L.A. Taken from the beef tenderloin, this premium cut of meat is the star of a satisfying entree that features tasty crispy potatoes, roasted mushrooms, cipollini onions and marsala. Elegant and hearty.

And this is half the size as we split this! Delicious!

And this is half the size as we split this! Delicious!

Highly-recommended sides or starters:

Wild Mushroom Polenta is incredible. The seasonal soup of the night was delicious Tomato Bisque.

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Rosemary Chicken
Roasted seasonal vegetables, lemon pan sauce.

Rosemary chicken

Rosemary chicken

Diver Scallops
Harvested by hand from the ocean floor and expertly prepared, North Italia’s diver scallops are a seafood lover’s dream. They might even make a convert out of those who avoid ocean flavors. Served with celery root risotto, crispy shallot, and pancetta gremolata.

The Pizzas *Top Pick for BEST PIZZA
Probably among the best pizzas to be found in Southern California. The crusts is perfection. Light, airy, crispy and chewy, only rivaled by the toppings. Here we had half and half; The Pig: Spicy pepperoni, soppressata and italian sausage, and the other half was a beautifully thin-sliced eggplant, shaved garlic, mozzerella, fresh basil, shaved pecorino cheese.

North Italia pizza

Cocktails
A delicious meal calls for equally delicious drinks. North Italia offers a full beer and wine list as well as several unique and flavorful cocktails pair delightfully with entrees and apps. They also go perfectly with friends or that special someone. Choose from a menu of expertly-crafted cocktails by M. Snapp.

Spiced plum martini
This sweet and spicy take on the martini features gran gala orange brandy, mulling spice, pomegranate, plum bitters, and bubbly wine. A sophisticated cocktail that manages to be fun at the same time.

Spiced Plum Martini and Apple Bourbon Punch

Spiced Plum Martini and Apple Bourbon Punch

Apple Bourbon Punch
Apple & vanilla infused buffalo trace, lemon, clover honey, chai tea.

Sicilian Margarita
A Mediterranean twist on a Mexican favorite, this refreshing cocktail derives its zest from gran centenario añejo, solerno blood orange, and lime. Evocative of sunshine and great times.

Amaro D’Amici
Finely aged Buffalo Trace bourbon is the centerpiece of this grown-up cocktail.  Fernet branca, clover honey, bitter trio complete the medley of flavors that result in a drink that was meant to be enjoyed at a leisurely pace over good conversation.

Right now, North Italia is offering Bottle & Board for $25. Enjoy a bottle of house wine and your choice of a Chef Board, Daily Pizza or Bruschetta. Available 3-6 pm, Monday through Friday.

Warning! Once you eat here, you won’t be able to wait until you can go back. Yes, it’s that good.

North Italia is located at:
The Point – 840 South Sepulveda, El Segundo at the border of Manhattan Beach

Call 310.469.7695 or visit NorthItaliaRestaurant.com

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Jane Emery