Fabbrica - Originale — Restaurant in Kolkata

Detailed review of Fabbrica - Originale

Our experience began with a bit of confusion. Despite the restaurant being only half full, we were told there would be a 30-minute wait. Odd, considering several empty tables were visible. Thankfully, they ended up seating us without much delay. Still, the initial handling lacked clarity and efficiency.

Ambience – 3/5

The interior is aesthetically pleasing – well-designed with a modern rustic touch. A black-and-white film showcasing Italian food played silently on the wall, adding a bit of charm and identity. However, the atmosphere lacked energy – not much buzz or warmth, and overall, it felt a bit flat. Not a bad setting, but definitely not memorable.

Food – Mixed Bag

We ordered five pizzas, each offering a different impression: Prosciutto – 3/5 A classic that disappointed slightly. The prosciutto was cooked with the pizza, which isn’t ideal – traditionally it should be added post-bake for texture and flavour. The base was okay – decent strength but not airy or light. Pepperoni – 3/5 Another “just decent” pizza. Lacked the bold, salty-spicy punch you expect from pepperoni. Passable, but uninspired. Calabrese – 4/5 The highlight of the meal. A flavourful recommendation from the staff – spicy, bold, and well-balanced. This one carried the spirit of Italian flavour with a good kick. Nduja – 2/5 A letdown. The nduja didn’t translate well to this pizza – it felt greasy, overpowering, and lacked cohesion. Probably best removed from the menu. Pesto Pollo – 3/5 A safe, inoffensive choice. Decent pesto flavour, but nothing that stood out. One of those pizzas that satisfies without impressing.

The dough across all pizzas was sturdy but not airy, lacking that delightful chew or lightness you expect from a really good wood-fired base.

Drinks & Pricing

We didn’t order drinks – and for good reason. The prices were outrageous. A glass of Spanish Tempranillo was being sold at the price of an entire bottle at retail. That kind of markup feels exploitative, especially when paired with the already hefty pizza prices.

Service – 3/5

Service was noticeably slow, with long gaps between interaction and food arrival. That said, the waiter’s Calabrese recommendation earned them an extra point – it showed a level of thoughtfulness and knowledge about the menu.

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Overall Verdict: 3/5

Fabbrica Originale looks the part, but doesn’t fully deliver. While the ambience is stylish and one or two pizzas shine, the experience suffers from slow service, inconsistent food quality, and eye-watering prices. Worth trying once, but hard to justify returning unless they tighten up the kitchen and rethink the...

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