An iconic destination since 1991, overlooking Santa Monica’s bustling Third Street Promenade, Locanda del Lago specializes in authentic Northern Italian Cuisine from Bellagio on Lake Como.
Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2016, the restaurant continues its longstanding tradition of offering diners a warm, welcoming environment, featuring Michelin-starred Chef Giancarlo Minuz.
Lago’s menu highlights traditional recipes utilizing the best of Southern California’s seasonal produce from the Santa Monica Farmer’s Market in conjunction with sustainable, local proteins.
Lago is proud of its premium bar, with Farmer’s Market-driven, artisanal cocktails, and a wine list awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence since 1999.
Joe Matlock, who is Lago’s Master Sommelier, carefully curated a wine list of more than 400 wines, with bottles from every major wine-producing region of Italy.
Matlock is also a mixologist and custom cocktail designer and uses organic, local liquors in combination with organic Farmer’s Market produce for the best flavors.
Lago is green-certified and was the proud recipient of Santa Monica’s 2015 Sustainable Quality Awards’ Grand Prize, recognizing the restaurant’s dedication to sustainable and green practices.
For more information and reservations, please visit: www.lagosantamonica.com, or call 310-451-3525.
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