La Scala - Beverly Hills

Sad to say that for this special occasion (a belated bday for me), this photo is the best part of this experience. The service was inattentive, the food very mediocre and the waiter never even asked why I did not eat my horrible small salad (iceberg lettuce with tomato wedges and shredded carrots). Sad.

I’ve been eating chopped salad with my New York girl friends at La Scala for over 20 years. I love the old school booths, the location everything on the menu. My Italian friends say the food is authentic the service is always warm friendly. I’ve written several previous positive reviews praising the staff management. Several weeks ago, I ordered my usual chopped, substitute the lettuce for arugula only to be told they will no longer do that. I can’t believe something I’ve relied on for many years is now forbidden. When I offered to pay extra or let them use anything green other than lettuce the manager told me the owners have asked the chefs to refuse such requests. My dietitian told me 12 years ago that lettuce has no nutritional value. She insists I use kale, spinach watercress or arugula instead. The doctor confirmed her recommendation explaining that because lettuce is mostly water it has the added problem of containing more GMO’s or pesticides than any other vegetable. For all these reasons I haven’t eaten lettuce for over 10 years. As a breast cancer survivor, I take nutrition seriously try to always eat healthy. My girlfriends are the same. We live in a city that serves dressing on the side, is always eager to accommodate people with special dietary needs. I’m upset to learn La Scala no longer does so. I hope my post will help management reconsider.

This is a classic old Bev Hills Italian restaurant (think red leather booths), bar in the back, white table cloths. Warm, inviting and with some killer favorites! Think spaghetti bolognese chopped Italian salad! Extensive wine list, fabulous menu and all prepared to perfection. It's an iconic place. I love it.But, disappointed we were overcharged on the bill, (they corrected it) and though I told them we were there to celebrate our birthdays, no one offered us a token dessert, or treated it as special occasion. It was a shame. We went on a cold and rainy day. Oh, well. You're sure to enjoy the food!!! and it's a popular place. No reservations at lunchtime. Prices

The pasta was very one of a kind taste, very delicious, fettuccine Alfredo was off the hook thank you for this experience, Will definitely be ordering

We are outside and the chopped salad was outstanding.