Experience the authentic taste of Georgia
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Georgian Restaurant
Saperavi
709 Corydon Avenue
The problem with Italian food is two days later you ’ re hungry again
Not to be outdone by the lovely setting , Mona Lisa ’ s kitchen , now led by the family ’ s next generation , continues to deliver pleasing southern Italian favourites – traditional pizzas , pastas , chicken , veal , seafood – ensuring sauces , pastas , breads and desserts are made fresh in house every day .
Start with classic house made meatballs so tender , they barely need chewing . The perfectly seasoned beef blend waltzes with an herb infused tomato sauce in perfect step . This luscious dish tastes of familiarity for any fortunate enough to have or have had a Nonna in their life ’ s path .
Fettucine con manzo is equally impressive . Fresh noodles lathered in plum tomato sauce laden with slow braised beef are slurp-able and satisfying . The generous bowl garnished with thickly shaved parmigiano Reggiano is shareable , though we almost guarantee you ’ ll regret that .
In a savoury modern update on a classic salmone al piccata , a pan seared Atlantic caught filet is seared rare , revealing sweet tender flesh . The delicate bites of fish are brightened by sour lemon imbued butter sauce punctuated with briny capers . Garlic laced capellini , nestled beside in a tangle , finishes the dish like a flying circus performer doing back flips across the palate before the applause .
Desserts , the final tribute to signature family recipes , should not be missed . Tiramisu is among the best we have ever had . Each piece packs a wonderful espresso punch and is so light and airy it would most certainly be swept up with the slightest breeze .
Mona Lisa Ristorante Italiano is open Tues-Fri 4pm-11pm , Sat 4pm-11:30pm .
24 ciao ! / apr / may / two thousand twenty-three