Alimento

"Movie Pairing:The Silence Of The Lambs (Netflix) “I suspect even Hannibal Lecter would love Alimento’s chicken liver crostone, even if it doesn’t come with fava beans. It’s one of my favorite starters in the city, served on house-baked bread with a sweet, vinegar-y black plum mostarda. And while they might not have a Chianti on their excellent wine list - sorry again, Dr. Lecter - their aglianico is a great substitute. Order some radiatori with braised pork sugo and a chicken Milanese sandwich while you’re at it, to fortify yourself for the endless debates about whether or not this is actually a horror movie.” - Brett Keating Watch the trailer." - brant cox, kat hong, brett keating, james montgomery

"Ideally, taking yourself out for dinner should require minimal effort, which means not spending precious mental energy choosing between 15 different shapes of noodles. Alimento’s short and sweet list of housemade pasta is exactly what you need in that case—their saucy radiatori with braised pork sugo is an easy go-to for nights when you just want to zone over some warm carbs. This low-key neighborhood spot also gets pretty dark once the sun sets, meaning you can easily blend into the background at one of the corner tables or sit at the kitchen-facing bar for some added anonymity." - jess basser sanders, nikko duren, sylvio martins

"Located in the most Silver Lake-y area of Silver Lake, Alimento is an absolutely fantastic Italian restaurant, and a spot you file away for date nights you don’t want to screw up. You’re going to spend some money here, but its neighborhoody feel keeps it from getting uptight. And you’re trying to show your best self here - being relaxed is important." - jess basser sanders, amy clark, brant cox

"The Deal: $55 per person for a three-course dinner, details TBA Why We Like It: Incredible pasta in warm, sexy lighting. We almost always order the chicken liver crostone and radiatore in a spicy pork sugo at this Silver Lake spot. Pastas typically start at $20. Three courses for $55 per person sounds like a solid deal. " - brant cox, garrett snyder, sylvio martins, nikko duren

"Alimento has been collecting accolades and making critic lists since it's opening in Summer 2014. The Italian cuisine by Zack Pollack (formerly at Sotto) is clever and grounded, and not the usual Italian fare you know. Reservations fill quickly and walk-ins may have to settle for counter seating. The prized dish is the Tortellini in Brodo and our favorite is the Yellowtail Collar Affumicato." - Presshaus LA