What a spectacular find.
In a city full of truly outstanding Italian restaurants, this authentic gem is located in the most unlikely of places.... the scrambled mishmash of auto body shops and massage parlours that make up west Downsview.
By being out of the way, diners are able to circumvent the rushed atmosphere that spoils so many of the more well-known restaurants in town. It's a place where you can sit back, relax and take in the multisensory environment that surrounds you.
The high ceiling allows you to actually hear the conversations that you are a part of, music is quiet and not overwhelming, there's little auditory bleedover.
There's lots of interesting things to look at. From the old Italian men dining alone, to the joy of family celebrations.
The food is outstanding. Fresh, hearty portions that are full of flavour.
Our waiter was absolutely outstanding. From telling us stories about his life growing up in Italy, to unexpectedly serenading us with song... he truly made the experience above and beyond what we would have expected.
We're urban snobs. Used to fancypants places with shining reviews.
This is up there with the best.
An unexpected gem.