01 Dec ITŌ

There are some things that should not go together either because they are diametrically opposed or there is something you see as non-compatible.

I thought exactly that about ITŌ how can you combine two radically different foods together and get some sort of harmony the food groups are so radically different they surely can’t work.

Well, I am completely wrong.

ITŌ has a refined, delicate offering and it is amazing. There is just such intelligence in each of the dishes, Japanese food is delicate, sophisticated, and balanced whilst Italian food is wholesome, big, sauce plays a large part in a lot of its dishes, yes, it is food of taste but lacks the delicacy of Japanese food, but ITŌ combines the two in such a unique way to enhance the dishes and brings to the table an exceptional concept.

The kingfish is delicious melts in your mouth, the wagyu again is a delight, spanner crab and chargrilled King prawns were just delightful. The duck ravioli was just amazing and even the cabbage salad, completely different and delicious, my mouth is starting to relive some of the flavours as I write this.

Food is exceptional, but the experience of going to a restaurant is not only about the food, it is an experience, a combination of great service, great food and a vibe or an underlying culture made up of pride, personality, intelligence, and training. These all must be part of the mix to have an exceptional experience and leave you wanting to go back.

The service was faultless, it’s a small restaurant, serving unique dishes by people who understand what is being offered. There is an obvious pride and enthusiasm in the service staff that is just not trainable. We left Recognising this is a unique restaurant serving unique and delicious food
by unique people.

It takes a lot to impress me in restaurants, we go out a lot and to have an experience like this one is few and far between. We will be going back.

https://www.itorestaurant.com