Matto<\/a><\/strong> is a place that arrived preloaded with a reputation of sorts. \u00a0Thus far, trustworthy diners seem engaged with the servers, food, and overall ambiance of the restaurant (really, who doesn’t love a giant mural of a man kissing a fish?). \u00a0Thus, when an invite to check out the lunch menu came across my desk, I was happy to accept. \u00a0After all, who doesn’t love carbs?<\/p>\n

In true Italian style, the business lunch (between 12:30 – 3:30 PM daily) offers something for everyone. \u00a0While we sampled plates from across the menu, the current business menu provides a selection of specially priced antipasti (AED35) and mains (AED55), which allow you to create your own lunch. \u00a0You can also order off the Main Menu, so basically, everyone wins. \u00a0Also, the property is licensed, so even more so, this is a great spot to seek out (a glass of wine with pasta is necessary in my book).
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While the starters were nice enough (with traditional selections including bruschetta<\/i>), my favorite dishes were the mains — the cheese filled\u00a0Ravioli Ricotta & Spinacci<\/em>, and the larger than life, meant for a table of four, homestyle portion of\u00a0Melanzane & Burrata<\/em>. \u00a0Sign me up for freshly made pasta and cheese any day of the week, friends.<\/p>\n

Although I’m not sure if the spiritual home of Matto is located in the Oberoi (maybe it’s just me, but I don’t see the connection between the two brands),\u00a0I have no real improvements or suggestions for the team. \u00a0Honestly, it was altogether refreshing to see what I would consider a normal take on service in Dubai.
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Would I return? \u00a0Certainly. \u00a0Nothing is being reinvented here, however, the charm of the staff and unique design of the space lend Matto to a fun option in Business Bay. \u00a0I rarely crave Italian as a cuisine while dining out, but if I was, I would head back to the restaurant for an honest, rustic meal.<\/p>\n

Where’s your favorite Italian restaurant in the city?<\/p>\n

A to Za’atar was a guest of Matto. \u00a0Opinions are my own, just ask my husband.<\/em>
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Matto is a place that arrived preloaded with a reputation of sorts. \u00a0Thus far, trustworthy diners seem engaged with the servers, food, and overall ambiance of the restaurant (really, who doesn’t love a giant mural of a man kissing a fish?). \u00a0Thus, when an invite to check out the lunch menu came across my desk, I was happy to accept. \u00a0After all, who doesn’t love carbs? In true Italian style, the business lunch (between 12:30 – 3:30 PM daily) offers something for everyone. \u00a0While we sampled plates from across the menu, the current business menu provides a selection of specially priced antipasti (AED35) and mains (AED55), which allow you to create your own lunch. \u00a0You can also order off the Main Menu, so basically, everyone wins. \u00a0Also, the property is licensed, so even more so, this is a great spot to seek out (a glass of wine with pasta is…<\/p>\n

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