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| - I decided to dine here after hearing rave reviews from a coworker and complimented with the high rating on Yelp. I was warned that if I didn't have a reservation I would have trouble getting in. So what do my party and I do, take a risk and go sans reservation on a Friday night. Lucky for us we arrived right after work just before 6pm and had a table right away.
Upon entering I loved the feel of the place. The main floor, darker with mood lighting perfect for an intimate moment and the upstairs extremely well lit bright with a retractable roof for the patio weather during the summer months. I was impressed with the seating upstairs as even in the dead of winter, the upper floor had a bright and cheery feel to it that instantly lifted my mood!
The server was attentive providing a good pace to service. At first look, the server appeared to look like she was texting on her phone, only to later realize that the it was an app to place orders. Efficient, however a little off setting especially should a diner assume otherwise. Great use of technology and fit to the vibe at Gusto 101.
I started with a drink and was amazed at the wine offerings especially the selection of reds. I opted for a house cocktail after the server raved about "The Prime Minister" (Bulleit Bourbon, Amaro Montenegro, Cardamom Honey, Lime Juice, Angostura Bitter) at $13 it was a good cocktail especially due to the fact that I normally don't order drinks with Bourbon however the flavours complimented.
My party and I opted to forgo apps and go straight for the main. We both ordered pasta:
Spaghetti al Nero di Seppia $17.95
(manila clams, shrimp, calamari, mussels, baby scallops, peperoncino, tomato, white wine sauce )
Fettuccine ai Funghi $17.50
(portobello, porcini, oyster mushrooms, truffle paste, light cream sauce)
Hands down the Fettuccine ai Funghi was the best pasta I have ever tasted outside of Italy!! I typically forgo Italian especially pasta offerings as I leave disappointed in my meal, not at Gusto! The dish was creamy, rich, and extremely flavourful with a healthy serving of mushrooms without feeling heavy. Velvety goodness! I would go back just for that dish alone! My friends choice however was slightly disappointing lacking flavour although the seafood was abundant. The portions were smaller than the typical large American sized platters most establishments provided however I did not leave hungry and was happy I could finish my dish without letting it go to waste. Needless to say, the plate was cleared with not a noodle in sight.
Looking around the apps look divine, orders from neighbouring diners and would definitely go back to try more.
I look forward to warmer weather and would dine once the patio is open.
If your craving Italian definitely check out Gusto 101.
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