Handcrafted pizzas made on-site, aiming for the top.
Restaurant: Osteria UNO (Tai Kok Tsui)
Address: Shop G08-G11, G/F, West Nine Zone, 38 Cherry Street, Tai Kok Tsui
A new Italian restaurant, Osteria UNO (@osteriaunohk), has recently opened on the ground floor of West Nine Zone in Tai Kok Tsui. The chef team behind it hails from a high-end restaurant in Central, bringing the same high-quality culinary techniques to Tai Kok Tsui at much more affordable prices, offering incredible value for money. 😌
Although West Nine Zone is still under renovation, stepping into the restaurant immediately gives off a European vibe with its elegant and grand decor. The wooden furniture, soft lighting, and open kitchen where chefs prepare handmade pizzas 🍕 and bartenders mix cocktails 🍸 create a fantastic atmosphere, perfect for gatherings with friends or romantic dates. ✨
For dinner, they offer a Signature Dinner Set starting at $248, which includes an appetizer, main course, and dessert. You can also pay extra to upgrade your meal, with plenty of options to choose from. 😋 Here’s what I tried this time:
✝️ Appetizers
- Veal with Tuna Sauce -
Tender veal slices 🐮, roasted and thinly sliced, topped with a slightly salty tuna sauce, served with salad greens 🥗, oil-preserved sun-dried tomatoes, and dehydrated capers. The flavors are rich and layered, with the sweetness of the veal perfectly blending with the other ingredients.
- Beef Tartare (+$58) -
Finely chopped Fassona beef, soft and smooth, paired with pickled shallots, Parmigiano Reggiano cheese sauce, and mustard egg yolk sauce, served with crispy crackers. The texture and taste are full of delightful surprises. 🎉
✝️ Main Courses
- Duck Ragu Pappardelle ($258) -
The restaurant’s handmade pappardelle has a chewy texture, and the duck ragu is rich and slightly aromatic 🌱, topped with Parmesan cheese 🧀. It’s flavorful till the last bite without feeling heavy.
- Buffalo Mozzarella Parma Ham Pizza ($288) -
The pizza is made fresh on-site 🍕, with a crispy crust, a perfectly balanced sweet and tangy tomato sauce, creamy and stretchy buffalo mozzarella, and 18-month-aged Parma ham. The salty and savory ham pairs beautifully with the refreshing arugula, making it a must-try. 🤤
✝️ Desserts
- Panna Cotta ($48) -
The panna cotta is delicate and creamy, served with raspberry jam and fresh berries 🫐, offering a refreshing sweet and tangy finish.
- Tiramisu ($58) -
Perfect for Instagram, with the UNO logo dusted in cocoa powder on top. The ladyfingers soaked in coffee liqueur are layered with mascarpone cheese, delivering a rich coffee flavor with just the right sweetness. Pair it with a cup of cappuccino (+$20) or latte (+$20) for an excellent experience, or opt for the 90-minute free-flow drinks for an indulgent treat. 🍹