DON VITO RISTORANTE ITALIANO: Philippine's Best Restaurants 2011

DON VITO RESTAURANTE, the restaurant wing of Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel became our life support during our stay in Boracay. Food is another aspect which makes a travel experience complete and satisfying.My

1st post: on THE HOTEL and our lovely room

2nd post: MANDARIN SPA

and this 

3rd post: FOOD at Don Vito

.......cements what one of my readers remarked: "Di na ako lalabas ng hotel kapag ganito kaganda ang facilities :)"

This was probably one of the most filling food trip I ever had. We were served one dish after another. I was with a group of food bloggers so it was a tasting and learning experience for me. And yeah, DON VITO RESTORANTE ITALIANO was awarded Philippine's Best Restaurants 2011 by ASIATATLER dining. So there must be something in this place why the readers of the prestigious magazine picked Don Vito as one of the must try restaurants in Boracay.

DON VITO RESTORANTE Boracay : Philippine's Best Restaurants 2011

Through the years, DON VITO RESTORANTE ITALIANO has become famous for its juicy seafood cuisine, freshly baked breads, finely cooked pasta, authentic Italian wood-fire brick oven baked pizzas, and authentic Italian gelato.

You can also enjoy the fusion of Western, Asian and Filipino dishes in this rustic Italian restaurant where the daily breakfast buffet is served. That on top of good interior and good overall feel when dining in the place.

Let me share to you through pictures the food we tried during our stay in Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel.

DON VITO RESTORANTE virtual tour here
http://www.boracaymandarin.com/virtualtours.php?#dining

STARTER:

Papaya Shrimp Boat

SALAD/PASTA GALORE

pasta salad

Chef's Salad
Medley of select garden greens, topped with Swiss cheese, 
ham and boiled egg. Choice of dressing

Classic Spaghetti with Meatballs
spaghetti in tomato sauce, served with meatballs made from ground beef meat, 
mixed with sauteed onions,parsley, garlic and egg.

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
grilled chicken top Caesar salad
(must try)***

PIZZA OVERLOAD

DON VITO's Special Pizza

(must try)***

The godfather of all pizza, topped with tomato sauce, diced ham, sliced fresh tomatoes, pepperoni, mushrooms and mozzarella cheese.Served on our very own homemade thin crust.

GIARDINERA Pizza
(must try)***
Tomato sauce, mozarella grilled eggplant, asparagus, bell pepper, zuchini, onions, tomato and fresh basil.

ISLANDER's Pizza
Hawaiian style pizza, topped with pineapple, ham, shrimp, tomato sauce,shredded mozarella cheese, grated romano cheese,chopped basil leaves and sprinkled with oregano, red pepper flakes and olive oil served on thin crust.

SOUP

Boracay Island Harvest Chowder

(must try)***

HOMEMADE BREAD 

ensaymada

MEAT DISHES:

PEPPER STEAK
New York steak grilled to perfection 

OSSO BUCCO
beef shanks braised in tomato, roasted garlic and red wine,
meltingly tender,flavorful combination
(must try)***

SEAFOOD:

ROCK OYSTER SUPREMO
baked fresh oyster topped with mozzarella cheese and herbs baked to perfection.
(must try)***

JUMBO PRAWNS NEPTUNE
prawns meat sauteed in butter, shallot and young coconut shredded and herb permod wine

SHRIMP COCKTAIL

BUKO SHAKE


Can't get enough of it!!!highly recommended.

BUKO SHAKE

(must try)***

FRUITS and GELATO Ice Cream

SEASON'S PLATTER
a generous serving of freshly sliced fruits in season

DON VITO GELATO
authentic Italian ice cream
(must try)***

DESSERT:

TIRAMISU ALA DON VITO
a traditional Italian dessert, lady finger cookies dipped in espresso coffee, layered with 
a rich mix of brandy, creme and mascarpone cheese, garnished with
chocolate and coco powder

Philippine's Best Restaurants 2011 by ASIATATLER

Asiatatler dining is the definitive guide to eating and drinking in Asia featuring restaurant and bar reviews, a comprehensive event calendar and all the latest dining and nightlife news from the team at Philippine Tatler.

http://www.asiatatlerdining.com/philippines/

RESTAURANT MENU HERE:

http://www.boracaymandarin.com/downloadables/DonVitoRistoranteItaliano_Menu.pdf

here are my MUST TRY's :

DON VITO's Special Pizza
GIARDINERA Pizza
Classic Spaghetti with Meatballs
ROCK OYSTER SUPREMO
OSSO BUCCO
Boracay Island Harvest Chowder
BUKO SHAKE
DON VITO GELATO

Beachfront,Station2,BoracayIsland,Aklan,Philippines.
Tel +63 36 288 4999
+63 36 288 5999

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http://www.boracaymandarin.com/dining.php