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Cafe Mediterraneo Frommer's Recommended

Cuisine Mediterranean
Hours Daily 11:30am-10:30pm; Sun brunch 11am-2:30pm
Location In the Galleria Plaza, West Bay Rd, Around the Island
Reservations Reservations recommended Fri-Sat dinner
Phone 345/949-8669
Prices Main courses CI$12-CI$27 (US$15-US$34/£7.20-£16); Sun brunch CI$16 (US$20/£9.60)
Credit Cards AE, DISC, MC, V

Frommer's Review

This tavern and trattoria is managed by French-born Bruno Deluche and Tony Crescente, who also own two other restaurants on the island. The result is southern European service and cuisine tucked into a modern shopping center. The decor includes a mock version of a garden in Naples, banquettes patterned after grottos, and murals showing the highlights of both Monte Carlo and Capri. It's all very tongue-in-cheek, but despite a whiff of corniness, the food is well prepared and flavorful, and the place is rightfully popular, especially with families, who are drawn to its pizzas and pastas. Expect a menu with six kinds of pizza; a long list of pastas and risottos, including an excellent version of spaghetti with shrimp and lobster in a Parmesan cream-and-pesto sauce; and medallion of lobster tail in a creamy cognac sauce. On Thursday nights from 9 to 10pm, you can take a free salsa lesson and enjoy the open dance floor. On Sunday check out the Big Kahuna comedy show. The revamped Sunday brunch buffet features omelets made right in front of you, salads, chicken, and pastas.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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