This newly opened restaurant in the Peninsula in Rolling Hills Estates is a welcome treat. It used to be Luna Rossa, situated across from the Regal Theater.
On New Year's Day, Zohreh and I, wearing our polka-dots (for prosperity), decided to have an early dinner. The place is spacious and inviting. We arrived at 3 p.m., the perfect time, after lunch and before dinner. We looked at the menu. It was a mix of Italian and Korean. I am skeptical of restaurants that try to mix cuisines since the last restaurant that did that, which we tried, was a disaster.
The manager, Frankie, came by and explained the meaning of Sugo. In Korean, it means "You're doing a great job," and in Italian, it means sauce. He further explained the different items on the menu and answered our questions.
He had us try the Pão de Queijo on the house. We were delighted to have these delicious Brazilian Popovers served with tangy lime aioli. We ordered a Modena Salad to share. Butter Lettuce, candied walnuts, goat cheese, shallots, and parsley in a Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing. All these to whet our appetites.
Zohreh ordered the Shrimp Miso Pasta, spaghetti with large prawns, Korean fermented soybean pasta, garlic, and mushrooms. She skipped the bacon. She was happy with her selection. I tried it, and it was delicious.
I had the Truffle Pasta. Spaghetti with wild mushrooms and pickled egg yolk, bacon, garlic, truffle pasta with truffle shavings. Yummmmm.
Our server, Chris, was attentive and checked in on us several times.
We were pleasantly full, but I immediately asked to look at the menu when Chris asked if we wanted dessert. We decided on the Lemon Meringue. It was a good size to split into three, but we finished it.
I am so excited about Sugo. I can't wait to try the other interesting items on their menu.
