The Ultimate Modern Trattoria Near The Grove
Authentic Italian Dining Meets West 3rd Street Style
Located just steps from The Grove and the Original Farmers Market, Viva la Mamma is your refined escape from the retail rush. We bring the soul of a modern Italian trattoria to the heart of Los Angeles, offering a sanctuary of high-quality ingredients, artisanal craft, and effortless sophistication.
A Commitment to Quality
At Viva la Mamma, "authentic" isn't a buzzword—it’s our blueprint. We believe that the best Italian food starts with respect for the raw materials.
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Handcrafted Pasta: Our pasta is rolled and cut daily, utilizing traditional techniques to ensure the perfect al dente texture in every bite.
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The Neapolitan Standard: Our wood-fired oven reaches 900°F to produce pizzas with the signature charred crust and airy center that define Naples.
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Artisanal Sourcing: From DOP-certified San Marzano tomatoes to locally grown seasonal herbs, we bridge the gap between Italian heritage and California’s bounty.
Your Table Awaits
Whether you’re winding down after a day of shopping or looking for a premier dinner destination before a movie, our space offers the perfect balance of energy and elegance.
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Modern Trattoria Vibe: A stylish, contemporary atmosphere that honors the warmth of a classic Italian home.
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Aperitivo Culture: Join us for a curated selection of Italian spirits, crisp Spritzes, and a wine list that traverses the best vineyards of the Peninsula.
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Steps from the Landmark: Avoid the mall crowds and enjoy a truly elevated dining experience just a short stroll from The Grove’s main gates.
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These challenges are tough on our most vulnerable species.
These challenges are tough on our most vulnerable species.
STAGE TWO
Making a Cocoon
SILKWORMS PRODUCE COCOONS MADE OF A SINGLE THREAD OF RAW SILK THROUGH THEIR SALIVA.
THE PRODUCER OF MUGA SILK - KNOWN AS THE MOST HIGHLY PRIZED FOR THE FIBER'S NATURAL GOLDEN GLOSS AND ITS FINE TEXTURE IS WHAT MAKES IT ONE OF THE MOST EXPENSIVE VARIETIES OF SILK.
Muga Butterfly
STAGE 4
STAGE THREE
Emerging
THESE THREADS CAN BE ANYWHERE FROM 300-900 METERS LONG, LOOPING AROUND ITS BODY 300,000 TIMES.
STAGE THREE
Emerging
These threads can be anywhere from 300-900 meters long, looping around its body 300,000 times.
LESS THAN 2% OF POLAR BEAR HUNTS ARE SUCCESSFUL- AND THEY CAN LIVE 6 MONTHS WITHOUT EATINGPOLAR BEARS CAN SWIM FOR 100 KILOMETERS WITHOUT REST
SURVIVAL SKILLS
A POLAR BEAR'S SKIN IS ACTUALLY JET-BLACK. THE POLAR BEAR’S FUR IS ALSO TRANSLUCENT AND ONLY APPEARS WHITE BECAUSE IT REFLECTS VISIBLE LIGHT.
SKIN
Ursus maritimus
Polar Bear
20 TO 30 YEARS
LIFE SPAN
POLAR BEARS CAN SWIM FOR 100 KILOMETERS WITHOUT REST
SWIMMING
LESS THAN 2% OF POLAR BEAR HUNTS ARE SUCCESSFUL- AND THEY CAN LIVE 6 MONTHS WITHOUT EATING.
SURVIVAL SKILLS
A POLAR BEAR'S SKIN IS ACTUALLY JET-BLACK. THE POLAR BEAR’S FUR IS ALSO TRANSLUCENT AND ONLY APPEARS WHITE BECAUSE IT REFLECTS VISIBLE LIGHT.
SKIN
POLAR BEARS CAN SWIM FOR 100 KILOMETERS WITHOUT REST
SWIMMING
20 TO 30 YEARS
LIFE SPAN
Ursus maritimus
Polar Bear
WINTER
2013
1973
WINTER
AS PART OF THE IMPACT OF GLOBAL WARMING, GLACIERS AND ICE CAPS ARE RAPIDLY MELTING. IF THEY WERE TO COMPLETELY MELT, THE SEA LEVEL WOULD INCREASE BY ABOUT 70 METERS (230 FEET). THIS WOULD RESULT IN THE FLOODING OF EVERY COASTAL CITY ACROSS THE GLOBE.
The melting of the glaciers
THE WORD 'MANTA' IS ACTUALLY 'BLANKET' IN SPANISH, AND IT'S PRETTY EASY TO SEE THE CONNECTION.
NAME
MANTA RAYS ARE COMPLETELY HARMLESS TO HUMANS, WITH A NON-FUNCTIONING TAIL SPINE AND 300 TEETH. BEING FILTER FEEDERS, THEIR STANDARD DIET CONSISTS OF CRUSTACEANS, PLANKTON AND SMALL FISH.
NUTRITION
THE GIANT MANTA RAY IS FOUND WORLDWIDE IN TROPICAL, SUBTROPICAL, AND TEMPERATE BODIES OF WATER.
HABITAT
THOUSANDS OF MANTA RAYS ARE KILLED EVERY YEAR WITH AN ESTIMATED WORTH OF $30 MILLION: THEY’RE SAID TO HELP WITH EVERYTHING FROM INCREASING BLOOD CIRCULATION TO CURING CHICKENPOX, DESPITE A LACK OF SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE.
THEY’RE ALSO CONSIDERED BY SOME TO BE A DELICACY.
CONSUMPTION
MANTA RAYS HAVE THE LARGEST BRAIN-TO-SIZE RATIO OF ANY COLD-BLOODED FISH. STUDIES HAVE SHOWN THAT MANTA RAYS CAN RECOGNIZE THEMSELVES IN THE MIRROR.
BRAIN
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Giant Manta Ray
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Frequently asked questions
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INDUSTRIAL EMISSIONS LEAVE THEIR MARK
Pollution poses a threat to wildlife habitats and survival
Litter in our ocean puts marine life at risk
PLASTIC WASTE IS A LEADING THREAT TO MARINE ECOSYSTEMS
And to this day, hunting remains a popular pastime.