Alimento (1708 Silver Lake Blvd, Los Angeles)

I remember being pissed off when hearing this neighborhood gem announced its closing. This was the premiere Silver Lake 'take out of towners to' restaurant. It started a little high on its own supply (though incredibly delicious) and eventually eased its way into a more relaxed but still finer than not type of place.

Fennell pollen fusili, pork ragu radiatori, the best chicken liver mousse on the east side, gnocco frito — I miss you all dearly. Head Chef Zach Pollack went on to open Cosetta but considering that it's in another state altogether (Santa Monica) I remain crushed.