Echo Park, Los Angeles · restaurant
This is Echo Park’s deep-dish institution, where pies come thick, the vibe’s unfussy, and the bread pudding has its own fan base. It’s loud, warm, and smells like garlic and nostalgia. Expect a wait. And know it’s worth it.
Giardiniera imported from Chicago, whole milk mozzarella, Parmesan
Risotto croquettes stuffed with buffalo mozzarella, fried, on pomodoro sauce
Cornmeal crust, hand-crushed tomatoes, secret Italian sausage. 40 min bake time
Warm bread pudding with caramel sauce. Comfort dessert.
Chicago-style deep-dish pizza. Thick crust, chunky tomato.