Somni restaurant in West Hollywood offers a cozy yet fantastical dining experience
In the heart of West Hollywood, Los Angeles, a culinary gem named Somni 2.0 has reopened its doors, inviting guests to embark on a gastronomic journey unlike any other. Located behind the iconic Dan Tana's, the exact street address might not be immediately apparent in search results, but its reputation as a very exclusive, Michelin three-star restaurant in West Hollywood is hard to miss.
The facade of Somni 2.0 resembles a small art gallery, adorned with an illuminated yellow giraffe sculpture and tiles that nod to Gaudi and modernist Barcelona. Inside, the restaurant features an outdoor garden walkway and patio under sycamore trees, as well as an indoor curved 14-seat tasting table bar. The design is inspired by a 'dream of domesticity and eating at home'.
At the helm of the kitchen is Chef Aitor Zabala, a talented culinary artist who plays with textures, flavors, and custom artisan ceramic plating. Chef Zabala, who is half Catalan and half Basque, has worked at renowned establishments such as El Bullí, Saam, and José Andrés' The Bazaar.
The dining experience at Somni 2.0 offers 20-plus exquisite dishes with an avant-garde and whimsical twist. Larger plates include dashi with caviar shaped like a fish, mussels in escabeche emulsion, and beets enshrouded in rose petals. Edible flowers are used as toppings and dish decorations, adding a touch of enchantment to each course.
Several signature dishes from the old space, such as a beef tartare-filled shiso tempura puff, are still on the menu at Somni. The dining experience ends in the garden, under the trees, for coffee and 'sweet little things'.
Beverage pairing options at Somni include a strong selection of wines from Spain and California. The restaurant previously earned two Michelin stars for its Catalan-inspired tasting menus.
Somni's website is somnirestaurant.com, and its location is 9045 Nemo St, West Hollywood, CA 90069, United States. If you find yourself in West Hollywood, don't miss the opportunity to dine at this extraordinary restaurant, where every dish is a dream come true.
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