Pura Vita

Pura Vita First 100% PlantBased Italian Restaurant, Pizzeria & WineBar in USA by Chef Tara Punzone
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09/19/2026

Nothing better than a savory Italian croissant for brunch 🥰

Get the 👑QUEEN CORNETTO👑 at Pura Vita!
lofu egg, shiitake bacon, cashew mozzarella ivocado, heirloom tomato, roasted garlic cashew aioli toasted croissant

By Tara Punzone

Available Saturday and Sunday until

09/18/2026

What are we doing wrong? 😭🤭

09/15/2026

What if you don’t realize how much your culture shaped you until you leave it behind?

In Episode 42 CHEF TARA PUNZONE ⓥ and I talk about growing up surrounded by Italian American traditions—from Friday night pizza to Sunday pasta—and how moving to Los Angeles made Tara realize just how much she loved and appreciated the culture she once took for granted.

🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, or at christinaminutillo.com/whatlightsusuppodcast

Come and treat yourself to our special house-made ravioli 😎ARTICHOKE RAVIOLIHouse-made artichoke and cashew ricotta ravi...
09/15/2026

Come and treat yourself to our special house-made ravioli 😎

ARTICHOKE RAVIOLI
House-made artichoke and cashew ricotta ravioli, creamy tomato sauce, baby spinach, shaved parmigiano, pangrattato, micro basil

by Tara Punzone

This is what connecting over our Italian American roots looks like 🇮🇹🇺🇸 A conversation with a passion for food, heritage...
09/14/2026

This is what connecting over our Italian American roots looks like 🇮🇹🇺🇸 A conversation with a passion for food, heritage, and place.

Swipe for some behind the scene photos from recording Episode 42 of What Lights Us Up with CHEF TARA PUNZONE ⓥ Pura Vita | Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar in LA.

🎧 Listen to Episode 42 of What Lights Us Up on Spotify, Apple, or at christinaminutillo.com/whatlightsusuppodcast

09/13/2026

🌿CORN RAVIOLI
House-made corn and cashew ricotta ravioli, pistachio pesto, grilled corn, pistachio crumble, micro basil

by Tara Punzone

🍽️Dine in only | house-made pasta not available to go

Today’s Specials:INSALATA DELLA VITAHeirloom cherry tomato, sweet roasted peppers, grilled corn, grilled zucchini, barlo...
09/11/2026

Today’s Specials:
INSALATA DELLA VITA
Heirloom cherry tomato, sweet roasted peppers, grilled corn, grilled zucchini, barlotti beans, farro, almond ricotta, basil, parsley oil

CORN RAVIOLI
House-made corn and cashew ricotta ravioli, pistachio pesto, grilled corn, pistachio crumble, micro basil

SALTED CARAMEL TART
Dark chocolate ganache and salted caramel in a shortbread tart topped with salted caramel mousse, chocolate dipped pretzel

by Tara Punzone
Who is coming? 🥰

New Pizza: PIZZA E FICHI Ricotta, house-made truttle & fig cashew cheese, wild arugula, black mission figs, balsamic red...
09/11/2026

New Pizza: PIZZA E FICHI
Ricotta, house-made truttle & fig cashew cheese, wild arugula, black mission figs, balsamic reduction

Gluten free option available

Absolutely delicious 🥰

09/10/2026

Tara guesses wines! 🥳

If she didn’t doubt herself she would have gotten them all correctly 🤭 good job

Featured wines:
🥂 Chardonnay
🥂 Pinot Grigio Gran Villarini
🍷 Super Tuscan
🍷 Chianti Classico
🍷 Barbera D’Asti

Do you want a part 2?

09/09/2026

Hey Los Angeles!
Come over to Pura Vita for Aperitivo, our Italian happy hour, and enjoy delicious dishes and special drinks by chef Tara Punzone!

🍕 Montanare - fried mini margherita pizzas
🍞 Tuna Crostini
🥯 Almond Ricotta Crostini
🍲 Fritto Misto - mozzarella sticks, arancini and garlic knots

and more!

Only at Pura Vita in West Hollywood

📅 Happy Hour Hours:
Mon 4–6PM
Tues–Fri 12–6PM

09/09/2026

Happy 8th Anniversary 🥳🥳🥳

If you celebrate with us tonight, please share your pictures and videos with us by tagging Pura Vita | Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar and using the hashtag 🥰

And enjoy our little photobooth and temporary tattoos 🫶

Eight years. ❤️My heart is so full as I think about everything and everyone who has been part of this incredible journey...
09/08/2026

Eight years. ❤️

My heart is so full as I think about everything and everyone who has been part of this incredible journey. What started as a dream has grown into something so much bigger than I ever could have imagined.

To our amazing guests who have supported us from the beginning, those who have discovered us along the way, our incredible team and everyone who has helped make this restaurant feel like home… thank you.

Eight years of memories, laughter, challenges, growth, celebrations, and so many unforgettable moments. We are beyond grateful that you have chosen to share them with us.

This anniversary is such a beautiful reminder of how lucky we are to have such an incredible community surrounding us. ❤️

From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

With the deepest gratitude,
Chef Tara and the Pura Vita Family

09/06/2026

We have Pura Vita Hats! 😎
They are so cool 😍

Come get yours at the restaurant today 🥰

09/06/2026

There are still a few spots available for our EIGHTH ANNIVERSARY on September 8th! 🎉

For this very special night, Tara Punzone has prepared an exclusive dinner menu featuring:

Aperitivo gfo
House-made truffle & fig cashew cheese, fresh fig, toasted crostini, balsamic glaze, micro basil

Antipasti

Insalata della Vita gfo
Heirloom cherry tomato, sweet roasted peppers, grilled corn, grilled zucchini, barlotti beans, farro, almond ricotta, basil, parsley oil

Entrée | Choice of

Corn Ravioli
House-made corn and cashew ricotta ravioli, pistachio pesto, grilled corn, pistachio crumble, micro basil

Parmigiana di Melanzane gf
Eggplant, cashew mozzarella, ricotta, parmigiana, D.O.P. San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh basil

Dolci | Choice of

Strawberry Clouds gf
Vanilla bean sponge cake, chantilly cream and macerated organic strawberries

Salted Caramel Tart
Dark chocolate ganache and salted caramel in a shortbread tart topped with salted caramel mousse, chocolate dipped pretzel

Spots are limited! Make a reservation today with RESY or by calling us directly 😉

We can’t wait to see you all! 💚

Celebrate our EIGHTH ANNIVERSARY with us on September 8th! 🎉For this very special night, Tara Punzone has prepared an ex...
09/05/2026

Celebrate our EIGHTH ANNIVERSARY with us on September 8th! 🎉

For this very special night, Tara Punzone has prepared an exclusive dinner menu featuring:

Aperitivo gfo
House-made truffle & fig cashew cheese, fresh fig, toasted crostini, balsamic glaze, micro basil

Antipasti

Insalata della Vita gfo
Heirloom cherry tomato, sweet roasted peppers, grilled corn, grilled zucchini, barlotti beans, farro, almond ricotta, basil, parsley oil

Entrée | Choice of

Corn Ravioli
House-made corn and cashew ricotta ravioli, pistachio pesto, grilled corn, pistachio crumble, micro basil

Parmigiana di Melanzane gf
Eggplant, cashew mozzarella, ricotta, parmigiana, D.O.P. San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh basil

Dolci | Choice of

Strawberry Clouds gf
Vanilla bean sponge cake, chantilly cream and macerated organic strawberries

Salted Caramel Tart
Dark chocolate ganache and salted caramel in a shortbread tart topped with salted caramel mousse, chocolate dipped pretzel

Spots are limited! Make a reservation today with RESY or by calling us directly 😉

We can’t wait to see you all! 💚

09/04/2026

Sexiest Woman Alive by Tara Punzone

Who would YOU 🫵 have chosen? 👀
Let us know in the comments

09/04/2026

Sexiest Man Alive by Tara Punzone

Who would YOU 🫵 have chosen? 👀
Let us know in the comments

It’s Tara Punzone ’s Birthday! 🥳And we’re celebrating with a full day of games and quizzes💌Fourth and Final Game:Try to ...
09/04/2026

It’s Tara Punzone ’s Birthday! 🥳
And we’re celebrating with a full day of games and quizzes💌

Fourth and Final Game:
Try to guess Tara Punzone’s favorite recipe from her cookbook Vegana Italiana

👕 Prize: one copy of “Vegana Italiana”
🏆 Winner: First person to guess correctly! (The winner will be contacted tomorrow via dm from Pura Vita | Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar page)

Comment your guess below 👇

(Hints will also be shared in our Stories 👀)

📦Shipping not available. Prizes have to be redeemed at the restaurant.

It’s Tara Punzone ’s Birthday! 🥳And we’re celebrating with a full day of games and quizzes💌Third Game:Try to guess Tara ...
09/03/2026

It’s Tara Punzone ’s Birthday! 🥳
And we’re celebrating with a full day of games and quizzes💌

Third Game:
Try to guess Tara Punzone’s favorite pasta shape among these:
1-Strozzapreti
2-Trofie
3-Fettuccine
4-Paccheri
5-Bucatini
6-Fusilli lunghi
7-Farfalle
8-Rigatoni
9-Orecchiette
10-Penne lisce

👕 Prize: a Pura Vita T-shirt
🏆 Winner: First person to guess correctly! (The winner will be contacted tomorrow via dm from Pura Vita | Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar page)

Comment your guess below 👇

Tune back 6pm for the next game/quiz ✨
(Hints will also be shared in our Stories 👀)

📦Shipping not available. Prizes have to be redeemed at the restaurant.

It’s Tara Punzone ’s Birthday! 🥳And we’re celebrating with a full day of games and quizzes💌Second Game:Try to guess who ...
09/03/2026

It’s Tara Punzone ’s Birthday! 🥳
And we’re celebrating with a full day of games and quizzes💌

Second Game:
Try to guess who the “Sexiest Woman Alive” is for Tara Punzone.

👕 Prize: a Pura Vita tote bag
🏆 Winner: First person to guess correctly! (The winner will be contacted tomorrow via dm from Pura Vita | Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar page)

Comment your guess below 👇

Tune back 3pm and 6pm for the next game/quiz ✨
(Hints will also be shared in our Stories 👀)

📦Shipping not available. Prizes have to be redeemed at the restaurant.

It’s Tara Punzone ’s Birthday! 🥳And we’re celebrating with a full day of games and quizzes💌First Game:Try to guess who t...
09/03/2026

It’s Tara Punzone ’s Birthday! 🥳
And we’re celebrating with a full day of games and quizzes💌

First Game:
Try to guess who the “Sexiest Man Alive” is for Tara Punzone.

👕 Prize: a $50 Pura Vita gift card
🏆 Winner: First person to guess correctly! (The winner will be contacted tomorrow via dm from Pura Vita | Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar page)

Comment your guess below 👇

Tune back at 12pm, 3pm and 6pm for the next game/quiz ✨
(Hints will also be shared in our Stories 👀)

Tune in TOMORROW 🥰
09/03/2026

Tune in TOMORROW 🥰

✨NEW RAVIOLI✨House-made cashew ricotta ravioli, creamy tomato sauce, baby spinach, shaved parmigiano, pangrattato, micro...
09/02/2026

✨NEW RAVIOLI✨
House-made cashew ricotta ravioli, creamy tomato sauce, baby spinach, shaved parmigiano, pangrattato, micro basil

By Tara Punzone

🍽️Dine in only | house-made pasta not available to go

09/01/2026

Nothing better than an AFFOGATO AL CAFFÈ ☕🍨 to end your dinner at Pura Vita ✨

08/28/2026

Hey Los Angeles!
Come over to Pura Vita for Aperitivo, our Italian happy hour, and enjoy delicious dishes and special drinks by chef Tara Punzone!

🍕 Montanare - fried mini margherita pizzas
🍞 Tuna Crostini
🥯 Almond Ricotta Crostini
🍲 Fritto Misto - mozzarella sticks, arancini and garlic knots
🥪Panini
and more!

Only at Pura Vita in West Hollywood

📅 Happy Hour Hours:
Mon 4–6PM
Tues–Fri 12–6PM

Address

8274 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA
90046

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 11pm
Saturday 12am - 11pm
Sunday 12am - 10pm

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