A most unassuming entry way - skeptical at first but as we were ushered downstairs, we noted a definitely different type of restaurant. We wanted to try something not of the usual, and excellent I might add, Bolognese pasta dishes. There was a varied selection of 5 difference fish dishes prepared in very "high end" finishes. They also had a fine selection of different starters including raw selections like oysters from France.
I opted for the recommended fish tartare of whitefish of the region and it didn't disappoint. We also ordered the scallops (3 large) on smoked aubergine and homemade yogurt. Phenomenal. Bread basket was not the usual and consisted of breadsticks and different breads, all homemade. Before appetizers arrived, a small "on the house" taste of crispy rice and cheesy yogurt - showing off a very talented kitchen.
Main courses were the "turbot" fillet fish with sweet/sour roasted bok Choi on a parsley potato cream. The other was sea bass, grilled, with a potato and artichoke pie. Both plates were beautifully presented and tasted perfect. Again, showing off a very talented kitchen staff.
For dessert, we ordered cannolis filled with a super light "foam" that had hints of hazelnut - capped with delicious cocoa nibs, all sitting on a tart passion fruit compote-like sauce. The filling is referred to as "Mou" mousse - couldn't find a translation but it was divine. Gentle, semi-sweet and tart, but palette pleasing. You must try the coffees as they have an assortment of worldly coffees. I had the decaf espresso and it was over the top good.
As we thought we were done, they bring us a small plate of miniature biscotti's, merengue's and sweet breads.
We were more surprised at the incredibly high level of presentation, food prep and attention to detail. A place I would definitely recommend highly to anyone visiting Bologna. I assumed nothing with the rating here in Yelp. It's not a popular medium in Europe. If they continue to deliver as they did tonight, this is a 4-5 star rated restaurant in the city center. read more