The food here is simply delicious!! The dishes are straightforward while the flavours are bold and homey. I withheld one star for the dated decor and the fact that my experience is based on two of their most recommended dishes.
Our party of two ordered their award-winning risotto with pheasant and truffle pate as well as the squid ink pasta with lobster. The pasta was dressed in tomato and zucchini; it was hearty and refreshing at the same time. I was very impressed by the chunks of lobster which were fresh and juicy. The risotto was the best I've ever had and just out of this world. I am by no means a risotto connoisseur but it was perfectly cooked (al dente without a crunchy centre) and the flavour was rich and satisfying. At felt I was concerned that it may be gamey from the pheasant but it was not at all; it did have that comforting, delicate, savoury poultry flavour. Even my boyfriend, who usually frowns upon risottos, said that it was really good. We were in carb heaven! I can totally see myself craving for the risotto in the future.
I enjoyed these two dishes so much that I would definitely order them again when I come back next time. However, I really want to try other menu items as well; the pizza on the next table looked quite pretty. Ahh...the dilemma.