Chef and owner Michael J. Young, left, talks with diner Seth Hancock at the Studio City restaurant. Young formerly was chef at Domenico’s in Silver Lake. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
A simple Tuscan white bean salad is adorned with jumbo shrimp and capers. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Octopus salad with diced potatoes and olives. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Chef Michael J. Young talks with guests in the dining room. The atmosphere is easygoing and warm. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Cavatelli pasta with homemade pugliese, Dungeness crab, spring onions and arugula. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
An amuse bouche of arancini, fried rice cones with hearts of smoked mozzarella. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
The dining room at Ombra in Studio City is simple, warmed by antique Venetian wallpaper. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Cantucci, hard biscotti, are among the desserts. They’re delicious dipped in a glass of sweet wine or with an espresso. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
A plain ricotta cheesecake is a good bet for dessert. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
