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| - My taste buds have been spoiled in Socal where good food is plentiful, affordable and authentic. It's turned me into a food snob where I refuse to go to a place that has anything less than 4 stars. The exception to my rule is when a fellow Yelper, whom I trust, recommends a place.
The lovely Shubhi A. suggested for us to meet up at Via Cibo (you say chee-bow) for a girly lunch date. I can see why she's a regular here: it's a stylish eatery with shiny metal light fixtures, artsy wall decor and with a pizza oven that looks likes it's bedazzled! Good for big groups with a large communal table and even an outdoor patio. Staff are as helpful and sweet as can be (tip - come as soon as they open on a weekday before the lunch rush if you like things quiet AND you want good service). Order at the cashier, choose your seat and they'll deliver your food to you.
WE ORDERED:
Margherita (thin crust) pizza - crushed tomato sauce, Fior Di Latte and fresh basil. SHUBHI A. TIP - if you like a crisp crust but not hard, ask for it well done. It was ok, but Shubhi A. said it's usually better.
Mista salad with spinach, romaine, arugula, grape tomatoes, celery with white balsamic dressing. Simple and fresh.
Ossobuco Ragu pasta - shredded braised veal, broccolini, slow roasted tomato and Grana Padano Cheese. There was tender juicy meat in each forkful YUM! The pasta was softer than al dente which is how I like my pasta.
Stella di Nutella (you choose the flavor of your two sorbetto/gelato scoops) with a scoop of Raspberry lime, a scoop of Strawberry Rhubarb sorbetto, Nutella drizzle and a sprinkling of powdered sugar. YUM YUM YUM! The fruit flavored sorbettos paired perfectly with the ooey gooey melty chocolate and hazelnut Nutella.
Solid 3.5 for the food bumped up to 4 for their ambiance and wonderful service (Thursday early lunch time). Would definitely come back to try their brunch and take advantage of their awesome daily specials (see tip with pic). Thanks to Shubhi A. for suggesting this charming place.
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