I went to Lost Letter with my girlfriend on a Friday night. We had a reservation and were sat immediately. The atmosphere was very nice, it was well lit when we first got there (5:15) and then they dimmed the lights and made things a bit more romantic (lit candles on tables and elsewhere) later on.
We got one appetizer (octopus carpaccio), two pasta dishes (papparadelle and ravioli), and sharing one entree (Halibut). See the menu picture for full descriptions. The carpaccio was fantastic, though the capers were a bit overcooked (charcoal-y tasting). Both pasta dishes were very tasty, we both ended up preferring the papparadelle. The halibut was perfectly done, very flaky and well seasoned. The black rice and sausage were delicious.
We had two drinks each, all of which were well mixed and tasty.
All told our bill was $187 pre-tip for the above. We'll be back here for sure.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
First, I looked at their website for the menu items. I booked a reservation, and to my surprise, when we got their the menu was different even though the website says the menu is up to date. That was frustrating because other pasta dish options I couldn't really eat. One of the plates only came with several pieces pieces of pasta stuffed with either (beef or pork) cheek. The pieces were small, and they weren't enough for a dinner portion. The pork shank was just a large piece of meat on Polenta, and that was it. There were no vegetables or other sides with the dish. The quail dish was similar but did have some vegetables with it. To add to our frustration, all of the food was under-seasoned. We did enjoy our cocktails, which were delicious. Our biggest frustrations are that they advertise as an Italian restaurant but there are 3 or fewer Italian main dishes. The other main items are fancy names but not really Italian dishes. I guess you could count the charcuterie appetizers, antipasti, and desert as Italian. This place is very expensive for what you get. After spending a good amount of money, all three of us went somewhere else to eat after dining here. This should give you an idea of the dish sizes. I will end by saying the shank is a good size, but it was underseasoned and had one green leaf at the top. I would guess that most people would want some sort of vegetable included.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 1
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
I love it here.
The pasta was very simple but it had a something special. it was not oily and greasy. The chicken and potatoes is very good too. It was roasted adequately so that it was jot burnt or dried out. And I like herb scent.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
We had a lovely dinner on the patio. The patio is covered and they had heat lamps making it very comfortable. Everything we ordered was excellent. We got all 3 pastas, the broccoli main dish and several antipasto including the octopus, leeks and anchovies.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Sister to Longoven, Lost Letter is a niche Italian restaurant in Scott’s Addition. Upscale but not too pricey. We started with two mocktails, something bright and something dark (our favorite, tasted like a lighter root beer). The antipasti, beef tartare and octopus salad - flavors were very complimentary and went great with the house baked bread. Both pastas we ordered were delicious as well. Apparently, they have gelato cake on Sundays so we ordered a slice. It was ok.. but I think I’d want to try the tiramisu next time! Overall a great experience and a lovely date spot.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50
Dinner evoked in me the same immediate, primal, embarrassing reaction that I assume leads someone stupefied by the behavior of a puppy or baby to say “I’m going to eat you up!”
Another absolutely transcendent experience from the sputini to the dulci. Generally, Lost Letter, in every manifestation, is a peerless establishment in both its service and cuisine.
It easily, reliably beats out several 1 & 2 star Michelin experiences I’ve had. Flavorful, innovative interpretations of classics (Burrata, Cruda, Quail) are delivered with expertise & fluency by a friendly & knowledgeable staff.
The cocktails (Spaghetti Western, Italian Loafer) were poetry on the level of Eliot—everything on & off the table reminded me that food can be surprising, evocative, & disarming rather than simply “good,” or even “great.”
Also, really reasonably priced for the occasional experience.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Went with friends the other night and had a truly memorable meal. The service was excellent. Everything we ordered was prepared to perfection with amazing presentation. Or waitress was knowledgeable about all of the menu items and was able to provide meaningful opinions when asked. If you are looking for a special meal, this is the place!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$100+
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Tiramisu Cake
My bf and I love to eat at the bar here. The bartenders are knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. The unique food/drinks (specially the beef tartare) constantly blow our minds. The atmosphere is romantic, cozy, and sleek. We both travel a lot for work but agree that this is one of the best restaurants we've been to. The appetizers are my favorite part,
and they make a beautiful espresso martini.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$100+
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
I absolutely loved my experience at Long Oven, so I was hyped to find out they also have Lost Letter.
I went yesterday, 7/2/2023, and found the food, atmosphere, and staff outstanding! The food was delicious and packed with flavor. My boyfriend and I got two appetizers, two pasta dishes, a dessert, and one alcoholic drink all for about $130 (with tip) and found that incredibly reasonable for what is provided here!
The staff should be proud of what they have created with Lost Letter and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an enjoyable dinner night out.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Ideal setting for an intimate meal. The size, atmosphere, and menu are all very intentional to set the stage for a personal experience. Good choice for fancy date night or a professional celebration. The menu is short, but thoughtful with classic Italian dishes and bold flavors. The wine menu is also wel crafted and built with luxury in mind.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
