Though pizza is the name of the game at this rustic Italian communal style eatery, none of the other offerings should be passed up either! Crispy Neopolitan 12" pies are topped with a variey
of Italian cheeses, seasonal vegetables, and local ingredients to produce some of the freshest most delicious pizzas around. This place really does do it all. Though it's hidden in a little strip mall on Abbot Kinney and Washington, once you find it, you've
found Nirvana! You'll feel like you're in a cafe somewhere in Europe. Inside is very dark, and you will get to know your fellow diners, but it's okay, it's just that kind of place. Have a glass of wine from the extensive list ranging from $9 for Spanish
to $18 for French and everything in between from California to New Zealand. You can order a bottle too. Beer selection is not very big, but still we enjoyed the Manabrea ($9) from Italy. We started with the huge Rucola Salad($13) arugula,
gorgonzola, apple, lemon, and balsamic salad. There were chuks, I'm telling you, chunks of gorgonzola in this baby! The apples were the perfect touch! Our next course was the Onion and Brie Tarte ($14). Caramelized onions, melted brie, pears, balsalmic
vinegar and arugula all topped crisp flat bread. This dish was cheesy, sweet and savory. The star of the show was definitely the pizzas. Try the High Sign ($16) with Neuske's smoked bacon and tons of fontina, fresh mozzarella, and thyme. The District
11 ($17) also rocks with its juicy Heritage pork saliccia, Neuske's smoked bacon, pepperoni, crushed Roma tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella. For vegetarians there are at least five different pizzas available. We can't wait to come back! South End 2805
Abbot Kinney, Venice. (424) 228-4736. Hours: Mon-Thur: 4:00-10:00pm, Fri-Sun: 4:30-11:00, Happy Hour: Mon-Thur. 4:00-6:00pm, Fri-Sun: 4:30-6pm
Recommended Dishes:
Arugula Salad, Brie and Onion Tart, District 11 Pizza, High Sign pizza.