Osteria La Buca LA

Osteria La Buca LA Osteria La Buca LA is an Italian restaurant located on Melrose Avenue that offers dishes such as burrata with prosciutto and poached quince, house-made ricotta with caramelized agave and rosemary, meatball sub, butter and sage tagliatelle, and pork secreto. They also have a bar that serves various cocktails like Brodeo Drive. Take out, delivery, and walk-ins are available for their lunch and dinner menus.

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08/25/2026

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More new seasonal dishes start tomorrow (8/7) at Buca. Swipe for the lineup ->
08/07/2026

More new seasonal dishes start tomorrow (8/7) at Buca. Swipe for the lineup ->

Summer is summering at Buca. See what’s new ->⁠⁠hanger steak | cauliflower cream, cauliflower mushrooms, Jimmy Nardello ...
07/30/2026

Summer is summering at Buca. See what’s new ->⁠

hanger steak | cauliflower cream, cauliflower mushrooms, Jimmy Nardello peppers, beef jus⁠

burrata | market peaches & pluots, pickled Fresno chiles, Buca farm basil⁠

kampachi crudo | aguachile sugo, avocado, market melons, cucumber

It’s always a prime time to wine around here
07/16/2026

It’s always a prime time to wine around here

We got that ‘za⁠⁠potato | yukon golds, scamorza, bechamel, jalapeno, garlic, chive, pecorino, house made chorizo ⁠⁠guanc...
06/25/2026

We got that ‘za⁠

potato | yukon golds, scamorza, bechamel, jalapeno, garlic, chive, pecorino, house made chorizo ⁠

guanciale | cured pork jowl, mozzarella, tomato, fresno chili, rosemary, castelvetrano olives⁠

sausage n’ peppers | house made fennel sausage, tomato, mama little peppers, stracciatella, basil ⁠

mushroom | crimini mushrooms, fontina, black truffle goat cheese, black garlic, oregano

Drink up⁠⁠Our Amalfi Luau, a coastal fennel and tequila cocktail, highlights the bold, aromatic flavor of Finocchietto, ...
05/27/2026

Drink up⁠

Our Amalfi Luau, a coastal fennel and tequila cocktail, highlights the bold, aromatic flavor of Finocchietto, an Amalfi Coast liqueur made from hand-harvested wild fennel seeds. Layers of ginger add spice, while pineapple softens the edges and blanco tequila brings a fresh, vegetal backbone. It’s a great pick for Margarita or Mule drinkers looking for something a little different.

Somewhere between a Black Manhattan and a 50/50 Rye Manhattan, our Pine Barrens cocktail takes on a style of its own... bright, herbal, and lightly nutty, finished with a lemon twist. Light and clean enough to start a meal, it also works well as a digestivo thanks to the layered herbs and botanicals of the Amaro Dilei

Osteria La Buca - Westlake Village
05/15/2026

Osteria La Buca - Westlake Village

Swipe for spring⁠⁠shaved carrot salad | nante carrots, feta, toasted pepitas, basil, calabrian chili vinaigrette⁠⁠kampac...
05/14/2026

Swipe for spring⁠

shaved carrot salad | nante carrots, feta, toasted pepitas, basil, calabrian chili vinaigrette⁠

kampachi crudo | mango habanero salsa, cucumber, ginger vinaigrette & mint⁠

pesto pea ravioli | pea butter, basil, pesto, lemon & pecorino⁠

burrata | sugar snap peas, pea tendrils, lemon, basil oil

A look into Westlake opening Monday (4/27)⁠⁠Make your reservations now on
04/24/2026

A look into Westlake opening Monday (4/27)⁠

Make your reservations now on

Order the burrata 😍 served with prosciutto, poached quince, date puree, and house bread!⁠⁠📍Sherman Oaks⁠⁠Take out + deli...
05/02/2023

Order the burrata 😍 served with prosciutto, poached quince, date puree, and house bread!⁠

📍Sherman Oaks⁠

Take out + delivery available on our website, osterialabuca.com⁠ link in bio⁠

Address

5210 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
90038

For those traveling via public transport, take the bus or metro to Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles. The restaurant is situated on this street and is easily accessible by foot once you arrive.

For drivers, take any route that leads to Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles. Once you arrive, look for available parking spots near the restaurant, which may include street parking or nearby parking lots/garages.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday 12pm - 9pm
Wednesday 12pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 10pm
Saturday 12pm - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

Telephone

+13234621900

Website

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What people say

Italian restaurants are known for their delicious food, warm hospitality, and cozy ambiance. Osteria La Buca LA on Melrose Avenue is a perfect example of an Italian restaurant that offers all these qualities and more. Their menu boasts a variety of mouthwatering dishes that will leave you craving for more.

One of the standout dishes at Osteria La Buca LA is the burrata served with prosciutto, poached quince, date puree, and house bread. This dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Another must-try dish is their short rib ravioli which features savory meat and tender pasta.

Their homemade pappardelle bolognese is also a crowd favorite and the ultimate comfort food. And if you're in the mood for something sweet, their tiramisu is rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious.

To complement their amazing food, Osteria La Buca LA also has an impressive cocktail menu. The "Sit Around the Fire" cocktail made with madre mezcal, amaro cardamaro, ancho, guajillo, passionfruit, cacao is a must-try.

Whether you're dining in or ordering takeout/delivery from their website osterialabuca.com (link in bio), Osteria La Buca LA promises to deliver an unforgettable Italian dining experience.