While in Berlin, we really clocked in some tourist steps and it was late, the soup place we wanted had closed, but we were hungry. We saw Vapiano's all over the place, a chain pizza pasta spot. It was bright and bustling, so we picked one to eat at.
The place was clean, inviting and a bright spot on a very cold night. We read over the menu (they had english ones), went to the counter to order our salad and pizza. Next, we went to the bar to order the wine and my eye landed on that tiny little passionfruit panna cotta (two favorite foods put together for a heavenly flavor).
I loved the decor, the kitchen is open and you can watch as they make your pasta or pizza. My husband and I both ordered a pizza, thin crispy crust, light on the sauce and toppings and just the way I like it, though my husband would have preferred more cheese. A lightly balsamic dressed salad and 2 delicious wines (chianti and malbec) from the well stocked wine list. We enjoyed our evening at Vapiano!
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This restaurant is in the heart of Berlin. I went here with a friend for the first time. We have heard about this place. When I first arrived through the door, it looks like a really nice, clean Italian restaurant. We went to the host and they provided us with cards which we would use to scan the meal items that we want. There were several stations such as pasta, pizza, dessert, etc. My friend and I went to the pasta station which seemed like the most popular station. It had a pretty long line for a Sunday afternoon. I ordered a beef risotto. The staff cooks the meal right in front of you and use premium ingredients such as homemade pasta. My meal was completed in about 10 minutes. You scan your card and then the meal becomes an expense on your card. After that, I took my tray and ate one of the best risottos I've ever had!
I like this place because it is nontraditional, the food seems pretty authentic, and it has a nice Italian atmosphere. The food is also really tasty and well prepared. The only reason I give it 4 stars is because of the wait. It was about 20 minutes in line before we ordered our food.
I still highly recommend this place if you're searching for Italian cuisine.
Great Italian restaurant. Nice ambiance; excellent place to relax and enjoy the delicious food. We had Cesar salad with chicken and shrimp (perfectly grilled shrimp -you must try) along with the calzone pizza (spicy). Portions are on the larger side -one dish per two people is enough.
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