I will start off my saying my friend and I were very excited to eat here but our experience definitely started off on the wrong foot!
We made our reservation about a month in advance. We arrive on time and are told there they are running about 15 mins behind. About 45 MINUTES LATER and two trips to the hostess stand we are sat. The hostess were unapologetic and just explained that they didn't have a table for two available. So why would I make a reservation for?! It was ridiculous
During this time my friend and I sit at the bar and enjoy a Bellini. The decor is beautiful, the open pizza kitchen is awesome to watch and the floor to ceiling windows give a great view and beautiful lighting. The ambiance is just spectacular. Really well thought out and executed.
Server knowledge was really good. He went over the menu and really guided us through it. But the service itself was slow.
The FOOD. Amazing.
We basically ordered every tapas of cheese and veggies we could. The sage honey served with the parmigiana was just the right amount of sweetness. The mozzarella had a bit of chili flakes with gave it a great little kick. The chicken Marsala meat balls... OMG so good!
All the veggies we ordered were also very memorable. We just order so much Food!
We also ordered a pizza with apple balsamic drizzle. OMG I could eat this all day. Sweetness from the drizzle, a bit peppery from arugula and a nice eathyness from the creamy cheese. Pink peppercorns to finish.
At this point we've had two rounds or drinks and full table of tapas. I have no idea how we will get to the entrees!
After a bit of a debate we decide to go straight to dessert.... EPIC.
Chocolate tiramisu ... I want to eat this everyday. Just beautiful.
The donuts are light fluffy as the right amount of crispy on the outside. The chocolate it comes with is not overpowering. Finished with some lemon zest which really gave it a clean feeling.
We also have the Nutella espresso drink. Amazing.
The food was EPIC. We have already decided to come back to try entrees and have our mind set to taste on a COUPLE of things! Can't wait!
Bravo Giada! Really well done!