Giorgio Baldi is an intimate Italian restaurant in Santa Monica, known for being Rihanna’s favorite spot when she is in Los Angeles.
When leaving the restaurant after dinner on Thursday evening, an excited fan managed to get his picture taken with the Barbadian recording artist, actress, and fashion designer.
Rihanna visits the luxurious family-run Italian restaurant Giorgio Baldi and meets a fan in Santa Monica, California, on June 20, 2014 (Credit: Williams / WENN)
She loves the restaurant so much that even rapper Drake dedicated a line of his song “Diplomatic Immunity” to her: “Caterin’ is from Giorgio Baldi’s, Robyn’s favorite.”
Rihanna orders three kinds of pasta: spaghetti pomodoro with basil, which is not on the menu but is available upon request; gnocchi with meat sauce; and Ravioli con Asparagi, which is homemade ravioli stuffed with ricotta cheese and asparagus sautéed in a butter sauce.
The 26-year-old was dressed in a green jumpsuit by Japanese fashion designer Yohji Yamamoto.
Rihanna rocks an effortlessly chic look in an olive-green jumpsuit paired with sleek black sandals (Credit: Williams / WENN)
She accessorized with a $3,625 diamond three-chain-row anklet by Jacquie Aiche and jewelry by Jennifer Fisher. Rihanna completed the outfit with patent leather open-toe “Chaos” sandals by Manolo Blahnik.
Rihanna completes her effortlessly chic look with intricate hand tattoos, bold red lipstick, and a perfectly manicured hand (Credit: Williams / WENN)
Giorgio Baldi, born in Forte dei Marmi, Italy, moved to LA in 1985. After working in various Italian restaurants, he opened his own in Santa Monica and Malibu. In 1995, he established Giorgio Baldi on West Channel Road in Pacific Palisades.
Despite not speaking English, Giorgio connected with American customers through his creative dishes, attracting celebrities like Tom Hanks, David Geffen, and President Clinton. Giorgio passed away in 2011, but his legacy continues through his children, Eduardo and Elena, who run E. Baldi in Beverly Hills and Giorgio Baldi, respectively.
Rihanna shared a joyful moment with a fan outside Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica on June 20, 2014 (Credit: Williams / WENN)
What do you think of Rihanna’s relaxed outfit?
Rihanna showcases her Manolo Blahnik Chaos sandals paired with a Jacquie Aiche diamond anklet (Credit: Williams / WENN)
We spotted her wearing the same Italian-made sandals at London Fashion Week and Heathrow Airport. These sandals feature a closed back and adjustable ankle straps, adding a stylish touch to her look.
Manolo Blahnik “Chaos” Sandals, $725