The Express Restaurant- Italian Eatery — Restaurant in Burlington

"A Dining Experience to Take You to Authentic Italy!"

From the moment we stepped into The Express Restaurant, we were greeted with warmth and a sense of excitement. A quick note to the level of our appointment -- it was the second annual Staff Christmas Party for our firm. The entire restaurant was reserved for a staff of approximately 40 people.

The ambiance is nothing short of captivating—elegant yet inviting, with a touch of European class that makes it perfect for any high-dining occasion.

The menu is a delightful journey through innovative flavors and timeless classics, each dish beautifully presented with an artful touch. You can easily immerse yourself into the heart of Italy through the food alone. The head chef, Sonam, truly excels in combining fresh, high-quality ingredients with bold flavors. It's seldom achieved outside of michelin-star-rated cuisine.

Whether you’re a fan of light, refreshing dishes or rich, indulgent meals, there’s something that will surprise and delight your palate. Chef Sonam & his staff will accomodate at the highest level. A particular standout was their grilled calamari, which perfectly balanced textures and flavors in a way that left us wanting much more.

The service was impeccable. Our server Nicole was attentive, knowledgeable, extremely kind and personable -- showing a warmth that is seldom seen ensuring that every need was promptly met accompanied with a beautiful smile.

The drinks menu is equally impressive, featuring a well-curated selection of wines, beers and craft cocktails that perfectly complement the dishes. Every recommendation made was spot-on, enhancing the overall experience.The bartending staff was personable, fast, and more than wondeful. It’s clear that the team took great pride in offering a seamless dining experience from start to finish.

All in all, The Express Restaurant is a true hidden gem that combines outstanding cuisine, exceptional service, and an unforgettable atmosphere. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a dining experience without having to book a flight to visit the high-end restaurants of Europe.

This venue has captured the hearts and stomachs of our entire staff, we will be returning for a third year without a question or a doubt. We'll also be back...

One of the BEST places We've had an event so far! We had our child's Baptism and First Birthday celebration there for a 56 group of people so we had the entire restaurant (indoor) for ourselves. Chef Sonam and his staff were all amazing and accommodated all our requests and provided suggestions to make our event successful. The price per person was very reasonable and most importantly, the food was very very delicious! The adult course started with Tomato Bocconcini salad, then followed by the first course with Penne Rose (so delicious) then the main course followed where our guests had to choose when RSVPing to insure every guest had what they actually liked and not a one dish served to all. The choices we had was Beef Tenders, Lamb Shank, Rosemary Chicken (vegetarian options were offered as well) and all of our guests were happy and satisfied with their meals. I personally had the Beef Tenders and my husband had the Lamb Shank and they were both very very delicious. The Beef Tenders were really really tender, I can't say it enough, it was DELICIOUS! so was the Lamb Shank! Then with the cake we were able to choose Coffee, Tea, Espresso and Cappuccino. The very nice waitresses went around taking each guests' orders to have their hot beverages with the desert. For the kids menu, the chef was very nice to make them Cheese Pizza as the first course instead of salad, so we had very happy kids at our event enjoying their Pizza and Chicken Nuggets and Fries (main course). We got so many compliments on choosing this restaurant as our venue. They do have the Lamb Shank in their daily menu, but not the Beef Tenders. I would definitely go back to dine in just to have their meals again. and I would definitely book with them again in any future events or recommend them to family or friends. I want to thank the Chef and the amazing staff for an amazing day and amazing...

I recently had the pleasure of attending a work function with a group of 50 people, and I must say, the experience was nothing short of excellent. One of the highlights of the evening was the exceptional hosting service provided by IKISHA and her colleagues. Their attentiveness and friendliness truly made the evening special, and we all felt well taken care of.The 3-Berry Pitchers, she improvised, were a delightful addition to the evening, and the food was undeniably delicious.

To start, the baguette, served fresh, was a delightful choice. Pairing it with Parmesan cheese and chili sauce, which was readily available on the table, added a delightful zing to the experience.

My appetizer, the fried shrimp, was of a decent size and tasted great. The Penne Bolognese that followed was not only delectable but also generously portioned.

However, the main course, the salmon, was a slight disappointment. The salmon was overcooked and accompanied by a somewhat greasy sauce that didn't complement it well. Another qualm was the relatively meager side of three potato fingers and a small bunch of broccoli that accompanied the dish. A heartier side would have been an improvement.

On a positive note, a colleague ordered the lamb shank, which was well-cooked and served in a very generous portion. Although I can't personally judge the taste, their satisfaction was evident.

To cap off the meal, I enjoyed a Tiramisu for dessert, which was good though not outstanding. Pairing it with double esspresso was a very good idea!

Despite the minor hiccups in the meal, we had a blast of time. I would certainly consider returning for future functions, mainly due to the remarkable service provided by IKISHA and the other amazing hosts. Their attentiveness and warm demeanor greatly enhanced the...