Mi Piace — Restaurant in Botanica Sector

I do not recommend this place. In the last ~5 years we have been twice at this place and each time we thought it is way too overpriced. Couple of weeks ago we decided to give it a try (due to high review ratings) and booked a table for two.

Well, when we came, the hostess was very unwelcomming. She sitted us at a table with wet sits (it was soon after the thunderstorm), and when I asked her to change the sits, she only changed 2 out of 4 seats for the table. That was odd, since we had some bags with us and we wanted to put them on the separate seat.

Also, we were shoked when we saw that none of the waiters wore masks and more than that, they were catching up and socializing just in front of the kitchen.

Considering the pandemic situation and the fact that officially in early June 2021 wearing masks inside closed areas was obligatory, it was absolutely unacceptable. It is the first time ever we stood up and left the place that we booked in advance.

Sorry to say, but I highly do NOT...

I'm quite sure I won't have lunch or dinner anywhere else when in Chisinau. This restaurant is a real culinary gem in a region not particularly known for fine dining - and throughout your experience you can see, taste and feel the touch of an outstanding chef. The staff was very polite and professional, but unfortunately for them, the food overshadows everything else :). Great combinations of taste, amazing colors, creative plating, excellent local wine. Everything for a fraction of what I would have paid anywhere else for the same food, drinks and services, even if the prices are somewhere on the upper side of the local market (a 3-course dinner for two, complete with wine and tip, went in the 60€ ballpark). And the cannoli - oh, did I mention the cannoli? I'd return here just for them - for me, it's closer than Sicily and they're...

2022 UPD —————-// A cozy green terrace in the park with an excellent service and a rich menu. Good Italian restaurant. Especially fresh salad with cabbage, avocado, pomegranate and pistachios. I do not advise taking sophisticated dishes: the risotto with champagne and scallops was a complete failure. The pizza is very good. Caprice salad is made from ordinary tomatoes, but burata is wonderful. The trout, unfortunately, is overdried. The coffee and panna cotta are gentle and flash away the disappointment of the risotto. 🍸 Just order a glass of wine and grab some snacks.

2020 Italian inspired rest in a beautiful city park with outdoor sitting. Big selection of pizzas and meat dishes is very much recommended. The prices are high. The wine card is a a bit...