Campagnolo restaurant on Dundas St., West was such a pleasure and a refreshing change from the Torontol scene. It's definitely a destination place and not so much a neighborhood haunt. They make fresh bread pipping hot and crusty and fresh cultured butter that is served piping hot fresh from the oven. I had the hamachi Crudo (yellowfin tuna flank) and the red snapper which was crispy on the outside and melting with tenderness and moisture in the inside along with a side of sautéed kale.
The Buratta was served with sautéed grapes and drizzled with this succulent buttery olive oil from Portugal. The lamb was perfectly cooked medium rare and right in front of us at the chefs table which is probably the best seat in the house if you want dinner theater and a romantic table at the same time. The wines were very good with long finishes and well balanced. Including the Prosecco, the Pinot Gris from Willamette and the super Tuscan. And saucy person that I am I asked for a tasting of each one of their desserts... I don't have a sweet tooth but I definitely ate my share and didn't complain! Dinner was $285 tip and tax included for two people. I gave a 25% tip because the waiter was second to none & I Loved how he didn't constantly come by fetching for compliments. Shows he has a lot of confidence in the food. My Visa card was standing to attention.... ;-)