“We
will RRRoCC you!!”
288 Lancaster Avenue
Malvern, PA
610-644-7464
Hours: Monday-Friday 11:30
am-10 pm
Saturday 5 pm-10 pm
Closed Sunday for private
functions
Restaurant Synopsis:
Ristorante Verona is a tantalizing
slice of Italy tucked into the Boutique Shops on Lancaster Ave in Malvern. Owned and operated by the Fusaro family,
Ristorante Verona offers a wide array of culinary delights, all prepared to order
by Chef Fabrizio, a native of Pescara, Italy.
Bring your favorite libation with you to this BYOB, or enjoy a
complimentary glass of wine with your meal.
With three separate dining rooms, Ristorante Verona is well suited to
private parties and corporate events.
Full catering is also available for in home parties and special
events. Ristorante Verona is open Monday
through Friday beginning at 11:30am, and on Saturday from 5pm. The restaurant is closed to the public on
Sundays to accommodate private functions.
Gift certificates are available, and reservations are accepted and
encouraged. This treasure in our
backyard has been recognized with a Zagat rating for three consecutive years.
What we sampled:
Carpaccio di Manzo $15.00
Insalata de Cesare $8.00
Portobello Ripieno $12.00
Calamari Fritti $10.00
Pumpkin Gnocchi $20.00
Penne alla Vodka $15.00
Pappardelle con Portobello
$23.00
Vitello Saltimbocca $22.00
Pollo Cardinale $19.00
Canolli $6.00
Italian Rum Cake $6.00
Tiramisu $6.00
Kelly Says:
"The Insalata di Cesare was
outstanding, with a homemade dressing that was light, creamy and
flavorful. The crisp pieces of romaine
were dressed perfectly, and the homemade croutons partnered well with the fresh
shaves of Parmigiano Cheese. A trademark
of all excellent Italian restaurants, the Calamari Fritti was lightly breaded
and crispy. The bountiful serving was
enough for sharing, and the spicy marinara offered a medley of flavors that
left my mouth singing.
I was fortunate enough to come in
on a night when the special was Pumpkin Gnocchi. Words fail to adequately describe the heaven
that was this dish! The ricotta based
gnocchi was mixed with enough pumpkin to offer a hearty seasonal flavor. The sauce was a light and creamy blend of Alfredo
spiced with nutmeg to create a delicate and sweet vehicle for the plump gnocchi. The dish was garnished with crushed walnuts,
and I had to work hard to resist the urge to lick my bowl. I was also highly tempted to place an order
to go, but I was so full by the end of my meal, I couldn’t consider any more
food. I regretted not taking some with
me as soon as I woke up the next day.
This was a truly outstanding dish!
After the amazing gnocchi, the fact
that anything else tasted good was quite a testament to Chef Fabrizio. I also sampled the Paparadelle con
Portobello, which is a generous serving of sautéed portabello mushrooms
decorating paparadelle pasta (my favorite kind of pasta). Braised leeks add a wonderful flavor, and the
sauce is a combination of Wild Mushroom Consomme, White Truffle oil, and
Gorgonzola Cheese. This delicious pasta
offering is available on the regular menu, and offers a filling option for your
entrée, without leaving you feeling overstuffed (so you have room for dessert!).
The final entrée on my list was the
Pollo Cardinale. This tender chicken
breast was topped with a thick slice of roasted red pepper that was flavorful
and amazing. Proscuitto topped the
roasted red pepper, underneath melted mozzarella cheese, which was garnished
with grape tomato halves. The chicken
was then drizzled with a white wine sauce that was flavorful and
substantial. Sides of roasted red
potatoes and crisp sautéed vegetables
rounded out this wonderful dish, though pasta is also an option as a side.
Dessert is generally my favorite
part of any meal, and I was really looking forward to trying the Tiramisu after
reading about it on the website and seeing pictures of it being made. You can check out the pictures of Chef
Fabrizio creating this masterpiece here - http://www.ristoranteverona.com/Photos.html#26
The tiramisu did not
disappoint! The kahlua soaked lady
fingers carried an amazing flavor and the thin layers of cream and custard
really accentuated the coffee flavor of the kahlua. The Rum cake was another winner. This moist cake offered hints of rum flavor
with a layer of chocolate mousse. Topped
with a light icing and chocolate chips, I couldn’t decide which of these
desserts I liked better. Naturally, I
made a mental note to bring someone to share them both with me when I
returned. And return I will – thanks so
much to Dan Fusaro for the opportunity to review your fine establishment! Thanks also to Devon, our capable server, who
took such great care of us when we were in, and the rest of the Ristorante
Verona team for a wonderful experience.
I’ll be seeing you soon!"
Melanie Says:
"Ristorante Verona is a charming, intimate Italian eatery
located in the Knobb Hill Shops on Lancaster Avenue in Malvern. All of the dishes on the menu are made to
order with fresh ingredients. I threw
caution to the wind the evening I was there and asked Chef Fabrizio Spina to
make me whatever he wanted me to try, and he dazzled me from start to finish.
My first
dish was the Carpaccio di Manzo; thinly sliced rare Filet Mignon drizzled with
extra virgin olive oil and topped with capers and shaved Parmesan cheese. After pushing aside the capers and lettuce, I
feasted on the garlicky beef and strong Parmesan cheese. This was a light appetizer, and left me
plenty of room for more. Next up was
Portobello Ripieno; a stuffed Portobello mushroom with lump crab in a lobster
brandy sauce. The warm, rich crab paired
with the light, buttery sauce and meaty mushroom was absolutely delicious!
My first
sample entrée was the Penne alla Vodka; penne pasta in a blush vodka
sauce. Rich and cheesy, with a sweet
tomato sauce, this dish had a generous amount of garlic without being
overpowering, it was perfect.
My second
sample entrée was Vitello Saltimbocca; medallions of veal with prosciutto, sage
and mozzarella cheese in a sherry mushroom sauce. The tender veal was beautifully seasoned with
just the right amount of sage. The
robust mushrooms, light sauce and mozzerella cheese were the perfect compliment
to the delicious veal; this dish was a show stopper.
For
dessert, I was presented with a huge Canolli; with a light, flaky crust and
rich cream filling with chocolate chips this was the perfect ending to my
wonderful night!
Thank you
so much to Dan Fusaro, proprietor of Ristorante Verona for inviting me to his
fabulous restaurant! Thank you also to
Chef Fabrizio and our fantastic server Devon, I had a terrific night!
~Melanie
& Kelly
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