Duero a new restaurant in town, but need more TLC food wise!
I had looked forward to this new eatery in Hillerød, and hoped it could be another 'jewel' for the town, with regards to Mr Singh's which we discovered 6 month earlier.
We bumped into some friends on the way to Duero and was told it was just an 'OK' experience - but thought they probably did not appreciate the Spanish kitchen and kept the positive expectation!
Upon arrival we decided to go for the 'Menu de la Casa' and picked an excellent red wine to accompany the many dishes.
First impression was high, with excellent service throughout the evening, equally a nice ambience in the restaurant and for those two reasons, Duero manages to score a 3 x star rating!
The food however was not that impressive and unfortunately at a level, that we are not going to return for another meal service in the near future!
PAN CON TOMATE - I was not sure if it was the bread version selected or the bread was just too stale, but it was not grilled / toasted sufficiently to kill the 'stale taste', which turned down the experience, and equally the tomato base just couldn't compensate for this + it too was a bit flat in taste.
ALBONDIGAS CASERAS - Probably some of the most sad tasting Spanish meatballs we have ever tried, just bland, boring and the tomato sauce failed as well.
CARNE DEL DIA - For our main we ordered lamb and beef respectively. Both the beef and the lamb was roasted to perfection (medium), but a total turn off, serving it with frozen based vegetables and potato wedges. I can't remember the last time I was served frozen based vegetables, but probably one of the most bland tasting experiences and with potato wedges, which had not been properly roasted or spiced to compliment the meat experience. It really crashed the whole dinner experience for the evening and set the standard of the restaurant quality!
POSTRE DEL DIA - Nice assortment of local desserts from Spain, all nice, but I would rather prefer half the selection and get the kitchen to focus on the tapas and main dishes perfection, as for me the desserts cannot save a set dinner like this.
An successful ethnic restaurant will serve food to a level, so you don't have to jump on a plane, in this case Spain......but Duero is just not there and it leaves you with a mixed and disappointed experience.
Duero Management Team, please provide some TLC to the kitchen soonest, so you can get the 5 x star rating in place and allow...
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Every visit to Della Piazza is a delightful rediscovery—a seamless blend of heart-warming Italian hospitality and authentic cuisine. The atmosphere is captivating, gently transporting you to a quiet Italian piazza. From the moment you enter, the décor offers charming, carefully considered touches that create a feeling of both familiarity and wonder. It’s like stepping into a treasured memory of Italy.
The restaurant’s cleanliness is impeccable, and the service strikes a fine balance between friendly attentiveness and professional grace.
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The extensive menu caters to both traditional tastes and more refined preferences, with dishes such as Vitello Tonnato, Ravioli al Tartufo, and a well-curated à la carte selection including veal and entrecôte options. Their desserts—particularly the Panna Cotta and Tiramisu—are the perfect finale to an already superb meal.
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The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, going above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was exceptional. They were knowledgeable about the menu and provided excellent recommendations tailored to our preferences.
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