Livia Presents “Aria” The Pop Up Series: with Justin Song-Ell

The series has concluded

Thank You, Chef

Prepare for a series of evenings where "technique meets joy" as Livia, Commercial Drive’s beloved Italian bakery and wine bar, opens its kitchen to Chef Justin Song-Ell. Formerly the creative force behind the Michelin-recommended Elephant, Song-Ell brings his signature "regenerative dining" and technical approach to Italian cuisine in the warm, candlelit atmosphere of Livia.

Event Details

  • The Concept: A limited-run dinner series that melds Chef Song-Ell’s highly technical exploration of Italian cuisine with Livia’s celebrated Italian hospitality, boutique wine, and elegant cocktails.

  • Service Details: Experience a casual, participatory dining model: place your first order at the counter, and we’ll transition to tableside service for the remainder of your meal. Please note, this is a no-reservations, walk-ins only event. 

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  • The Vibe: Lively, Intimate, and unpretentious, while deeply focused on the connections between community, preservation, and shared experience.  


The “Aria” Menu by Justin Song-Ell

The Menu may change a little week to week


Experience the full journey with the "Alla Familia" 9-course Tasting Menu for $89pp, or order à la carte.

Small Plates & Starters

  • Rejuvenating Hot and Sour Collagen Broth | $11

  • Endive, Oxidized Pear, Super Aged Castelmagno, Hazelnut | $19

  • Tardura Romagnola (Intense Broth, Parmigiano, Breadcrumb) | $14

  • Quadruple Cooked Fingerling Potato (Iberico Fat Aioli) | $14

  • Radicchio Cacio e Pepe | $14

The Raw & The Bold

  • Raw Lamb, Anchovy Garum Salsa Verde, Lamb Fat Cracker | $27

  • Wagyu Tartare, Bolzanese, Crispy Brown Butter | $26

  • Roman Style Tripes, Spicy Tomato Ragu, Pecorino, Mint, Livia Bread | $23

Main Courses

  • Aquerello Supreme Rice Porridge, Sablefish, Vintage Culatello Condiment, Preserved Lemon | $23

  • Aged Crispy Kurobuta Pork, 12 Year Old “Crowbar” Vincotto | $32

  • Roasted Lamb Neck, Sweetbread, Caramelized Bagna Cauda | $34

  • Cabbage Bolognese, Hand Cut Wagyu Offcuts, Vintage Black Tomato Vinegar | $34

To Finish

  • Roasted Chicory Ice, Caramelized Chicory Crumb | $11

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