Chithra Maria A.
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We recently visited Antonia at Mamsha Beach, Saadiyat Island with my husband and our close friends, and it turned out to be an amazing find! My husband and I had been planning to celebrate our anniversary at an Italian restaurant since we both love Italian cuisine, and stumbling upon Antonia by chance made the evening even more special.
Although the restaurant was quite busy, we were seated quickly. The staff were exceptional ,very cooperative, welcoming, always smiling, and genuinely helpful. They even guided us through the menu and took special care with one of our friends who has a seafood allergy.
We ordered the crispy calamari with truffle sauce, Aperol Spritz, and some mocktails – all fantastic. For mains, we had the beef pasta (can’t recall the Italian name!) and the truffle pizza, both bursting with flavor. By the end, we were quite full but couldn’t resist dessert – the tiramisu and lemon sorbet were the perfect finish, followed by a classic espresso to complete the Italian experience.
The ambience was lovely, with a relaxing beachside view and a cozy, quirky aesthetic that felt very inviting.
The only minor challenge was finding parking, but we managed to park a short walk away ,totally worth it.
Overall, a fantastic spot for authentic Italian food, great service, and a warm atmosphere. We’ll definitely be coming back to try more dishes!