Originating in Italy, Don Alfonso 1890 is a world-renowned two-Michelin starred restaurant. This contemporary, high-end restaurant is steeped in the authentic traditions of Italian and Mediterranean cuisines. And to ensure that each dish captures the flavours, aromas and colours of the Sorrentine peninsula, fresh ingredients are imported directly from Alfonso Laccarino’s organic farmhouse in Punta Campanella!
What we ate
We started with two signature dishes - the Mozzarella soufflé with its snow, cherry tomato sauce, crispy basil and oregano from Punta Campanella and the Roasted Calamari with Provolone cheese and zucchini cream. For the pasta course we chose to have the potato gnocchi with porcini mushroom and smoked ricotta cheese. For the mains we plumped for the organic lamb rack, with almond and vegetable on mint scented “Salsa Verde” and the A6 Wagyu beef tenderloin, sautéed spinach and mustard seeds sauce. We finished off with another signature dish, the lemon symphony.
Verdict
The food was absolutely impeccable, beautifully cooked and delicious - it’s clear to see why Don Alfonso was voted one of the top 10 restaurants in the world! Add this to the expert knowledge and high standard of service from the staff and you cannot fail to be impressed.
Price
Starters from Dhs 90, primi piatti from Dhs 95, mains from Dhs 155 and desserts from Dhs 60.
For reservations call 04-3551591 or email reservation@donalfonso.ae. - L.C (April 2015)
Italy's world-renowned two-Michelin starred restaurant is now in Dubai. Don Alfonso 1890 is a contemporary, high-end Italian restaurant, steeped in the authentic traditions of Italian and Mediterranean cuisines. And to ensure that each dish captures the flavours, aromas and colours of the Sorrentine Peninsula, fresh ingredients are imported directly from Alfonso Laccarino's organic farmhouse in Punta Campanella.
What we ate
We started with a signature dish of mozzarella soufflé with snow, cherry tomato sauce, crispy basil and oregano; and the tuna combination with yellow bell pepper jelly and Yuzu pearls. This was followed by a primi piatt of spaghetti 'Don Alfonso', another signature dish that was cooked to perfection. For the main course, we had the lamb chops Milanese with lemon mashed potatoes and tartar sauce, and the deep fried red Carabineros prawns with sweet and sour red cabbage. To end, we shared the limoncello flavoured mini baba with zagara cream and berries.
Verdict
The food was impeccable, and it is clear to see why Don Alfonso's was voted one of the top 10 restaurants in the world. Add this to the expert knowledge and exceptional service from the staff and you really cannot fail to be impressed!
Cost
Starters from Dhs 55, primi piatt from Dhs 95, mains from Dhs 130 and desserts from Dhs 50.
Email reservation@donalfonso.ae or call 04-3551591. -P.C. (November 2014)