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Sosta Cucina

Name: Sosta Cucina
Address: 439 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA, United States, 90254-3820
Telephone: (424) 391-5959
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

155 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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Sosta represents an evolutionary vision for chef/owner Luca Manderino. This wine bar and restaurant concept eatery brings together Luca's achievements from his former Hermosa venture called La Sosta Enoteca with a fresh new approach which will include a late afternoon opening time featuring a comprehensive Italian wine list and cicchetti as well as stylish in-house fashion & sexy live music salons. All of which is anchored by Luca's extraordinary menus and emphasis on exceptional truly-Italian service sensibilities.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 29, 2022

8:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Wine Bar, Vegetarian
Hours of operation
Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(424) 391-5959
Website
http://www.sostacucina.com/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Luca Manderino

Location
439 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254-3820
Neighborhood
Hermosa Beach
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Delivery, Takeout, Wine

Tartare di Tonno$24.00
Tuna tartare with olive oil, salt, pepper and lemon
Tartare di Ribeye$28.00
Ribeye tartare, touch of mustard, olive oil, salt and pepper
Caprese$25.00
Bufala mozzarella with cherry tomatoes, drizzled with extra v. olive oil
Piovra$24.00
Octopus, celery, black olives, potato and lemon dressing
Insalata Mista$14.00
Mixed green salad
Insalata Mediterranea$16.00
French beans, tomatoes, red potatoes and red onion

Primi

Gnocchi al Gorgonzola$30.00
Homemade gnocchi with gorgonzola
Gnocchi all'Astice$36.00
Homemade gnocchi with Maine lobster sauce
Bigoi in Salsa$35.00
Thick spaghetti with Sicilian salted anchovies
Spaghetti alla Bottarga$38.00
Thick spaghetti with mullet roe

Secondi

Pesce al Forno$50.00
Oven baked fish of the day
Agnello al Forno$48.00
Roasted rack of lamb
Tagliata di Manzo$52.00
Seared aged ribeye, seasoned with Southern Italian olive oil and rock salt
Filetto di Manzo$50.00
Prime filet mignon

Verdure

Seasonal Vegetables

What 155 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Beach Cities
Best Ambiance
Beach Cities
Notable Wine List
Beach Cities
Romantic
Beach Cities
Italian

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TomH
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sosta never disappoints. It is our special “go to” place, and we love introducing friends to it which is always a big hit. Last night we were enjoying the time at Sosta so much we forgot about the 2 hour max parking meters so added a $53 parking ticket to our evening. Oh well! Christian and Simone are indispensable servers extraordinaire, and ensure a fantastic experience when Luca is off flying a jet. We will be back soon with 2 more friends who haven’t had the good fortune of a Sosta dining experience. Cheers!
E
Ermin
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my favorite go to restaurant.
YY
YumYum
Los Angeles
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The meal was magnificent and the service even more so. We started with the tuna tartare, Manila clams, and burrata, went to the truffle and lobster pasta, ribeye, arugula salad, potatoes and green beans, and then got some of the best tiramisu I’ve ever had. It was so delish and one of my new favorites in the South Bay. It made my mother-in-law’s birthday so special!
SD
ShoulderDoc
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very friendly and helpful Wait staff. The setting is romantic and intimate. A do over.
JC
JeaC
Orange County
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service
P
Playgoer
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sosta Cucina is a very special restaurant and the service from wait-staff and interaction with the owner made for a lovely evening. We sat outside on this occasion and enjoyed the beach town vibe. Food and wine was outstanding.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best dining experience in the South Bay…everything from food to service to ambiance is off the charts amazing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
9 reviews
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 3, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience4
Very mediocre food but expensive... disappointed.
KH
KevinH
Central Coast
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot, best Italian in the South Bay hands down. Love the staff! Food and wine choices are amazing.
C
Cynyoga
Los Angeles
69 reviews
2.0
69 reviews
Dined on September 25, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience4
We knew it was a pricey place to dine, but wanted to try it. We were very dissapointed with the small portion of food served. My husband got a pasta with lobster, & there were tiny pieces of lobster in it. He also got the mussels & they were very good but again, a very small portion of them. I got the scampi-type dish in which the shrimp inside was not firm but soft & soggie, hard to describe. The small arugula salad was good! Overall, it was way overpriced for the amount of food, & food was not spectacular for $250!
s
shejans
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
One of our favorite spots since moving to the south bay area three years ago. Service is something you need patience for but they take their time to talk to each table and explain the meals as well as the line. Otherwise ambience is great, people are friendly, and the food is delicious! Very pricey but worth the splurge.
a
angelicac
Los Angeles
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love this restaurant. Food is excellent And wine selection is great. Service is very good and very welcoming. Ambiance inside or out is lovely. Always enjoy coming back!
M
Margara
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was amazing! The service, the food, everything! I highly recommend and can’t wait to go back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
24 reviews
vip
2.0
24 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2022
overall2food4service2ambience3
We chose Sosta for our 39th anniversary. The biggest issue was the service. There aren’t enough waiters to give adequate attention. It was a good start with our waiter vividly describing all the mouthwatering specials. We eagerly anticipated the treat we were in for. The wine came quickly, but every other dish was waiting and waiting and still waiting. We really looked forward to an authentic Italian meal, but the slow service ruined it all. Once a dish came out, there was no staff at all. The langostinos were beautiful, tender and sweet- $65 for 4. The lobster gnocchi was delicious, heavier on the potato than pasta, so unique. The carbonara (my dish) was over salted and I would not recommend. We sat for almost 2 hours and I wanted dessert and coffee, but the waiter was nonexistent and literally running breathless to keep up when we finally got up to request the check. It was a bummer we chose Sosta for our anniversary and a $300 bill to boot. If you don’t mind having a “French “ style evening and you’re fine sitting for hours over a meal, this is your pick. Otherwise avoid. There are better options.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
Service was amazing, food was average. Kind of bland, mista salad was the best thing we ate. Salmon was plain, beet carpaccio was plain, Not a lot of flavor.
J
Jade
Las Vegas
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely one of my favorite restaurants. Everything on the menu is delicious. The tuna tartare is so amazing as are each of the pastas. We got the truffle fettuccini tonight and it was spectacular. I usually get the carbonara. The fried zucchini blossoms are a favorite. The tiramisu is to die for. Love it all, such a treat. It’s not cheap and the portions are adequate but not your usual American portions. I could prob eat double the pasta portions haha. So intensely delicious.
S
Sunshine78
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding service and food! Inside dining is romantic. We had a wonderful time and will be back again. Staff makes you feel welcomed and special.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite Italian restaurant in LA😊
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect. The food is exquisite! Cannot wait to return!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Simply the best. The best food, the best wine, the best ambiance. We’ve known Chef Luca for years, and dining in his restaurant is always a pleasure. Highly recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience4
We have dined at this restaurant before, and the total experience was amazing. This night we were very disappointed. The Langoustine was not cooked properly. It was mushy and cost $65. We also had the spaghetti and mussels. The flavor was outstanding, but the spaghetti was undercooked. I am a fan of al dente pasta, but this was still under cooked. They did give us a free tiramisu for desert, but was still disappointed with the overall experience.
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rebecashorts
St. Louis
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience5
Made reservations for my birthday with family. Service was not so great, got one order wrong and waited very long for our entrees. Maybe a short staffed night, however not an excuse for fine dining and a pricy menu.
HT
HectorT
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food ! From beginning to end the experience was top notch.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic authentic Italian food and service!
a
alinac
Palm Springs
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a great vibe and knowledgeable waiter. The food exceeded our expectations. I would definitely recommend this place.
L
Leshew
Los Angeles
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, friendly service.
A
Alexandra
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Elevated food and service. 10/10
AH
AndyHaumersen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible food. Excellent ambiance. The wait staff is also extremely knowledgeable. 10/10
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience4
Painfully slow service. Entrees took at least 45 min to arrive after the appetizer. No apology. Over priced as well.
P
Poli
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service are amazing. Ambiance also top notch.
H
Hungry4u
Los Angeles
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Girl’s night out. Spagettti with sea urchin sauce was amazing, as well as the langostino, spaghetti with clams, yellow tail carpaccio and charcuterie. Great wine offerings as well. We spend $120 per person with the tip. Fab for a special occasion but it’s a bit much for a random night out.
CR
CatherineR
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were amazing! Fettuccine with shavings of truffles was incredible. The staff is incredibly nice and efficient as well. A very special evening out!
MM
MammaMia
New England
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love returning to Sosta for dinner when we have a special occasion. The main-stay dishes are incredible and the specials are always a unique and unexpected treat. Don’t miss out on their coffee and croissants in the morning too!
BG
BethG
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and amazing service. My husband and I went for our anniversary and could not have picked a better place. We will be back for sure.
CM
ChristianM
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Always such an amazing meal with great service and even better ambiance and feel.
CC
ChrisC
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Service was super slow. Took almost two hours to get our food. Also the fish was undercooked and had to be sent back.
SB
SusanB
Los Angeles
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfection! Best place to have an elegant, quiet meal in the South Bay — and feel as if you just returned from Positano!
AD
ADiner
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience2
Very good food. They need to improve the restaurant for the expensive pricing they are charging
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sosta is the best. It’s always amazing!!!
JV
JimV
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a great time and the waiter was terrific! Lots of fun!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Sosta Cucina does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Sosta Cucina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (424) 391-5959.

Sosta Cucina is rated 4.8 stars by 155 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 29, 2022

8:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

439 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254-3820

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Hermosa Beach
Hours of operation
Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Wine Bar, Vegetarian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Luca Manderino
Additional
Delivery, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.sostacucina.com/
Phone number
(424) 391-5959

This restaurant now offers Takeout

Sosta Cucina

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

Dining areas

Additional information

Antipasti e Zuppe

Tartare di Tonno$24.00

Tartare di Ribeye$28.00

Caprese$25.00

Piovra$24.00

Insalata Mista$14.00

Insalata Mediterranea$16.00

Primi

Gnocchi al Gorgonzola$30.00

Gnocchi all'Astice$36.00

Bigoi in Salsa$35.00

Spaghetti alla Bottarga$38.00

Secondi

Pesce al Forno$50.00

Agnello al Forno$48.00

Tagliata di Manzo$52.00

Filetto di Manzo$50.00

Verdure

Seasonal Vegetables

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