Amalfi

I have always reserved eating here for special occasions because I thought their prices are through-the-roof considering that they belong to Philippine Tatler's Best Restaurants. One night was no special occasion but I found myself there anyway. I was proven wrong about their prices when I scanned their menu for the first time.

My friends and I had Pizza Margarita, Pesto Genovese and Tuna Al Lemone.

They served complimentary pieces of bread with a balsamic vinegar+olive oil+parmesan mixture they poured themselves.

The pizza arrived after 20 minutes. And I got to confirm what my friend said - that the pizzas there are good. It had a thick layer of mozzarella cheese, which isn't sum-od except when the pizza got cold. The tomato used was local, I reckon but it still tasted good anyway. The crust is perfect - thin yet not too chewy or crunchy.

As for the pesto, I don't really like Pesto. In fact, the only time I ordered it was way back in high school. It looked overcooked though, and when I tasted it, it was good so much so that I didn't mind the overcooked noodles. However, it gets a little bland after a while. It seems to lack something. But that feeling only happened in the last few mouthfuls we had.

The tuna pasta was great. I like the mixture of flavors brought about by the mushrooms, lemon, herbs and more.

My first visit will see a next time. Steps of Rome is out, Amalfi is in. It is that good.

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Amalfi
The Avenue, Smallville Complex
BS Aquino Ave., Iloilo City
(033)3295289