Vapiano attracts the young professional crowd and gets quite busy during happy hour. The…read moreatmosphere is open and simple. For first time visitors, here's how it works. When you enter the restaurant, the hostess will give you a card. When you get to the back of the restaurant, you can order your food (pizza, pasta, salads, etc.). Then you'll get a pager for when your food is ready. You can stop by the bar, pick up a drink, find a seat and wait for your pager to blink. After eating, stop by the reception stand a pay for your food and drinks. It is a great concept, especially since you don't have to split the bill when everyone gets their own card. Now for the food, Vapiano has most of your basic Italian dishes covered. I enjoy the rucola pizza. It is topped with plenty of leafy greens and fresh shaved Parmesan.

When in Germany, one must try Vapiano! Although this chain can be found in London - I found out it…read moreis originally a German started business. I was in Wolfsburg recently, visiting my partner who works for Volkswagon. The town itself isn't full of a ton of many food options that struck my fancy within walking distance of the town center, but we slipped in here to compare the quality to what we've had in the US and London. The place is clearly popular with locals and other visitors, as it was completely full. I had the standard Spaghetti Bolonaise with some added mushrooms - the quality was similar to what I've found at other Vapianos but was surprised to see how large the portions are compared to what you get if you go in the UK. For Italian food lovers, Vapiano will never knock your socks off but it gets the job done with quality ingredients and a friendly German smile.