I liked the ambience and rustic interior design of the place. We were shocked to find that the inside was fully booked at 6:30PM so we had to settle for the garden, which wasn't at all a problem because it had just rained earlier and the weather outside was simply perfect.
Unfortunately Teong Rhen had a terrible migraine and my appetite wasn't very good therefore we only ordered one main course each, otherwise we would have dug into a 3-course meal but I suppose there's always a next time.
Having decided to go for something typically Italian, I had the Ravioli Ricotta. My verdict? Very good with the first few bites but I got really sick of it halfway. I like ricotta very much but to me it only works well in desserts (lasagna aside). This dish was a tad too rich, what with the pesto sauce and cream and everything. Great for sharing, though!
Teong Rhen went for Pan-Seared Halibut with Scallops. I LOVE. The halibut, placed on top of a medley of sautéed vegetables, was very fresh - which is most important when having fish. The scallops were seared medium rare which was perfect cos I was able to taste the sweetness inside. Great dish! No regrets.
I wanted so badly to have their famous chocolate torte which looked SO amazing but I was on the verge of throwing up thanks to the ravioli, so we'll save the desserts for next time.
Overall... I liked Vincenzo. Great ambience - green and serene, good food, helpful waiters... price-wise - not very nice to our wallets. In fact I wouldn't say it was really worth it. But like I always say (and it's actually very bad =P): ONCE IN AWHILE NEVERMIND MA.
Vincenzo Restorante Italiano
One Bangsar,
63H Jalan Ara,
Bangsar Baru,
59100 KL.
Tel: 0322871686
