Handmade regional Italian pasta with Korean influence in the heart of Koreatown.
A neighborhood pasta bar.
Lapaba is a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand 
restaurant built around handmade pasta and the Korean and Italian food we know and love.
Pasta is our focus, but nothing is an afterthought.
Our cooking is rooted in regional Korean and Italian techniques, bringing the two together while paying respect to the cultures they come from and the neighborhood we’re in. Every pasta is made in house, and the menu moves naturally between Korean and Italian ingredients, techniques, and traditions. The goal isn’t fusion for the sake of fusion, it’s thoughtful cooking that honors both and, above all, tastes really good.
From Mozza to Koreatown.
Lapaba was created by chefs with a background in Italian cooking and a deep connection to Korean food and culture. Rooted in regional Italian technique and shaped by Korean flavors and traditions, the restaurant was built to feel distinctly at home in Koreatown. That foundation continues to guide the food and the way Lapaba cooks today.
Our wine list is fun and well-rounded, with a house-crafted cocktail program to match. We’re committed to supporting small farms and purveyors and showcasing the incredible produce Southern California has to offer. Our food tastes good because of the people we support and the ingredients we use.
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