Rossoblu

"Steve and Dina Samson crafted an industrial masterpiece in the Fashion District, a high-ceiling space with hanging lamps, an artful mural, and a gold-painted bar. Chef Steve Samson leans on food from Bologna, like tortellini and minestra del sacco (parmesan dumplings) in brodo poured from porcelain pots tableside — plus some of the finest handmade pasta in town. The grilled pork chop and branzino showcase the kitchen’s wood grill. Rossoblu remains a star in LA’s oft-crowded Italian restaurant scene, and as a bonus tables aren’t too difficult given the large venue." - Matthew Kang, Eater Staff

"Steve Samson’s Pizza Happy Hour runs daily from 5 to 6 p.m. at the bar with a choice of $7 beer, $15 pizza, and $12 classic cocktails that can include spritzes, Negroni, martini, Manhattan, or mojitos. Bites are priced between $6 and $14, with $5 mocktails and $12 glasses of wine." - Eater Staff

"Steve and Dina Samson’s enduring Northern Italian restaurant continues to prepare some of the best, well-rounded cooking in the city. Rustic wood-fired dishes complement the incredible handmade pasta like the lobster risotto with mascarpone and English peas. It’s all served inside one of the most impressive high-ceiling dining rooms in the city." - Eater Staff

"OpenTable interviews Rossoblu owners Steve and Dina Samson on their enduring Fashion District Italian restaurant, discussing the menu’s underrated dishes and the longest-serving staff member." - Matthew Kang

"Opened by the Sotto people in a new development in the Fashion District (and across a courtyard from Dama), Rossoblu takes some effort to get to, but once you’re there, it’s more than worth it. Is it expensive? Yes. But if you’re looking to throw down or impress somebody important, this is where you do it. The food is excellent (get the charcuterie and pork chop belly), the space is beautiful, and the wine list will get everybody in a good mood." - jess basser sanders, brant cox