Excerpt from an article by Carole Dixon for Beverly Hills Courier.
Featured in Beverly Hills Courier’s “Top Five Worth the Drive,” Stella stands out for its remarkable reinvention of the former Madeo space in West Hollywood. The Gusto 54 Restaurant Group has transformed the venue into a chic, modern dining destination, complete with an open kitchen, glass-enclosed pasta station, and a spacious patio offering views of the Design District.
What truly secures Stella’s spot on the list is its exceptional menu curated by renowned Canadian chef Rob Gentile. Dishes like the su filindeu, an ultra-rare pasta served with bone broth and braised lamb neck, and the wafer-thin branzino carpaccio prepared tableside, highlight the restaurant’s innovative approach to Italian cuisine. The unique pairing of flavors, alongside a menu of olive oil martinis and a dedicated steak selection, makes Stella a culinary gem well worth the drive from Beverly Hills.
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