Reviews Casa Italia Cafe

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Kat M
+3.5
Ordered the ferrero rocher, dark truffle and snickers flavors. Creamy, but somewhat pricey. Place was cozy and spacious. Staff was accomodating and they even gave a free taste for the flavors that you were interested to try.
Sep 13, 2017
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Ash Ann
+5
Tried their gelato 😱❤️❤️❤️ loooooove. ❤️ so sulit ❤️ i was with 2 of my friends and we shared one small cup with 3 flavors, i think, or 2. Sulit parin tho.
Aug 11, 2017
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Chin Flores
+4.5
Story Time:
I've seen this café several times before, and never really paid much attention to it coz pasta, pizza and ice cream are not really the top foods that I actually eat. (In which, italian cuisine is mostly made of) But one day, I just craved for anything that is flavored matcha. At first, I had second thoughts going here, because im worried i might not like their gelatos. (Mainly bec i had a bad experience with one gelato brand) Okay, so while trying to order, (ofc, matcha is my top pick, and i liked it btw) i was surprised that they have a promo of buy 1 take 1 for gelatos! You can have two for the price of 1!!! 😍 i tried all the flavors that captured my attention and i must say, ALL FLAVORS ARE REALLY GOOD!! BY FAR, THE BEST GELATOS I'VE EVER TASTED. (Ive tried many gelato shops and restaus with gelatos, but this really is the best) I was with my mom, and my mom rarely eats ice cream, and this was the only icecream store that she ordered for a second helping of gelato. (Most gelato shops that we went to she never really finishes what she orders) I too had a second order which is Bailey's Irish Cream. The staff are nice and also the owner, whom my mom had a quick chat with. 😂 would i go again? Definitely. 😊
Aug 04, 2017
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말가 말가리타
+4
Was so good. The place l, staff, price are so good. I just didn't enjoy much the cake, it was so sweet. Aside from that, I love the place and food.
Jul 02, 2017
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Hayel
+3.5
Bad News: The food order takes a really loooooooong time. Me and my best friend was famished from watching a movie and the food was served I think 30 minutes after we ordered. Yes, even the drinks.

Good News: It was worth the wait. Back ribs was divine. The chicken was juicy enough. The drinks were sweet. Try the strawberry lemonade, it was definitely my fave. They also have gelato so try that.
Jun 15, 2017
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Mielly Belly
+3.5
Ordered nacho italiano for appetizer, for 380 php I think it's a bit pricey, although the serving is big the taste did not satisfy my nacho craving that day. It's just your usual nachos, nothing special. We were supposed to just order pizza and pasta but browsing through the menu, I got curious with their baked chicken and mushroom rice. We ordered this dish thinking that it's sulit since it has rice and viand in one dish but I was sooo wrong! It does not really taste good at all. The whole dish tastes like bell pepper, that's it! Their pizza and pasta tastes okay, just okay. The ambiance of the place though is really relaxing, I was a bit surprised that it is very spacious inside cause it does not look like it when you just pass by and check the place from the outside. The severs were very friendly and attentive.
Jun 12, 2017
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HungryDoctorJamie
+4
Their flavor selections of gelato was pretty impressive. They have promo, buy 1 get 1. Ordered their medio (2scoops -195pesos) -matcha and salted egg flavor.
Matcha was really good, it wasnt overly sweet, a little bitter, just the way a food matcha tastes like. Salted egg flavor was creamy with saltedd egg bits. The balance of sweet and salty was a delight to my taste buds.
May 13, 2017
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Mark Philip Wu
+4
Their regular food is just so so. Managed to try their mac and cheese and their baked rice, and both were just so so. The real draw here is of course the gelato, and I would consider their gelato to be the best in Manila at the moment. What really shines for them is their flavor replication. When they say this gelato is this flavor, it truly tastes like what it is supposed to be.
Mar 25, 2017
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Mark Ong
+3.5
In my opinion, the serving was too little for the price. The waiters were not accommodating. They have very bad service. The taste of the food was good though
Mar 05, 2017
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Alvin Ong | TFC
+3.5
Casa Italia is a gelato brand franchised from Singapore. It opened its first branch in BGC 2 years ago, now, they have their second branch, here in SM The Block.

It's a small Italian-inspired cafe that specializes in Gelato and serves some Italian dishes like pizzas and pastas.

After our meal from another restaurant, we had our coffee and desserts here. We got their Four Cheese Pizza and some Liquorato.

The four cheese pizza is just a bomb. It's not your usual pizza with blue cheese. The four cheeses are cheddar, mozzarella, white goats cheese, and gruyere. The cheese blend is perfectly balanced. Sharp, nutty, creamy, cheesy. The bread was nice and thin with a crisp sides, but it lacks the flavor for the bread.

I tried the liquorato. It's an alcoholic version of affogato. A scoop of raspberry gelato with a shot of limoncello. I love the additional citrus lemony flavor enhanced the sweet tart raspberry. It's a new way to have your favorite gelato flavor.

Casa Italia gives you a nice homey feel that lets you relaxed in your chair. A perfect place to hangout with friends and family.

#TheFoodCrawlers #SplatMNL #OngsFoodprints
Mar 02, 2017
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Madelaine Anne De Guzman
+3.5
The place is nice. Interior is commendable. Very cozy.

We ordered nachos, iced mocha, lasagna. Nachos is so-so. Didn't appreciate it that much. Not much cheese and toppings. Not the way I like it. Lasagna is okay. Very italian. Iced mocha is not like iced mocha at all. Tastes like cappuccino.

This restaurant is OKAY.
Feb 05, 2017
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Skippy
+5
good ambiance. friendly staff. and great coffee. twas my first time trying affogato and dang!! can't decide whether it's sinfully delicious or tastes like heaven. a must-visit place.
Jan 25, 2017
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Bettina Bacani
+4
I'm so lucky to be living semi-near SM North Edsa since they recently opened a new restaurant wing! I've only been to Mr. Pizza, Gringo, and Osaka Ohsho so far, but it has so much more to offer! Casa Italia is my most recent discovery at The Block!
The only unfortunate thing.about my visit was that they were only offering limited gelato flavors at the time. I almost tasted every single one before I found what I wanted - Strawberry! How predictable, right? Haha
Casa Italia's offerings isn't limited to gelato. They also have sandwiches, pasta, coffee, and more!
Each section is uniquely decorated so you feel like you're in a different place every time you visit.
Jan 08, 2017
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Queen And Cute Kitty
+4
They have yummy gelato with so many flavors to choose from. They also have alcoholic gelato like the whiskey flavor...very innovative. The place is so comfy, they even have board games for kids and adults.
Nov 09, 2016
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Marianne In Manila
+4.5
This branch of Casa Italia differs quite markedly from their flagship branch at Forbeswood BGC, in that it's more dimly (and I'd say more comfortably) lit, and as a result with a cozier feeling. There are four main areas for sitting - in the mall common area, their coffee station, and two areas with tables indoors, one near the games. 

We've had the food at a hosted event in their BGC branch, and when we came here for the first time we bumped into their executive chef, whom we've met previously. She has recommended we try their roast chicken, their sole fillet in tomato sauce, and their pork belly dish for future visits. I find their savory food ok, not bad ok, so if you're a one-stop, meal-and-dessert diner, try them out.  

We ordered a large cup of forest berry and Bailey's flavored ice cream. In my opinion, Casa Italia makes the freshest, fruitiest ice cream out of the fruits they use, as well as the cleanest tasting liqueur-flavored ice cream in town. 

My rating for now is based purely on their ice cream. It is a pleasure to calorie-splurge on. I'm honestly surprised they aren't fuller than they are.
Oct 23, 2016
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Foodfanaticph
+4
I got a Flat White - smallest size. Paired it with a butter croissant and asked them to warm it.

The coffee was good! It was bold and strong and had a good bitter and sour notes. There was a little too much milk, but that's just my opinion. I added a teaspoon of sugar and enjoyed my warm drink. Not bad at all.

The croissant was flaky on top but tends to get a little bread-ish towards the middle. It's best when consumed while warm. Smothered with butter then with strawberry jam is the best way to go.
Oct 13, 2016
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Kin Bueno
+5
Buy 1 take 1 promo of legit Gelato?

MUST TRY HERE IN CASA ITALIA CAFE!!!

Pistachio + Ferrero + Cookie AND Strawberry + Mint + Almond gelato = HEAVEN ❤

3 flavors for only 180 buy 1 take 1 promo!

Comfy place ✔✔✔
Price ✔✔✔
Customer Service ✔✔✔
Oct 12, 2016
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Jamie M Cayetano
+4
A good place with reasonable price that matches the taste of food. The staff quite knowledgeable regarding their menu. All in all a good place if you are looking for a quiet hangout place. Love their pizza I wish they make it a little bit bigger.
Sep 18, 2016
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Haydee Kua
+5
😍 THEIR GREEN MANGO YOGHURT GELATO TASTES AWESOME! At first, I thought twice before ordering since it's a bit pricey for a cup of ice cream... But then yeahh it's gelato not ice cream so I decided to give it a try! IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! The base had a really thick and creamy consistency and at the same time, you can bite into caramelized mango chunks! 😋
Sep 17, 2016
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Dolly Verayin
+4
I loved everything that we ordered. We had Roasted Chicken with Potatoes which flavor was very subtle but very tasty including the potatoes. It was very cheap considering that it can be shared by 2 people. Their Carbonara is so yum too. We can't get enough of it. We also ordered their Baby Back Ribs. The glaze of barbecue sauce had just the right amount of sweetness.

Their gelatos on the other hand for me are forgettable. I thought they are more known for their ice creams. I had high expectations since they took the top spot of the best gelatos in Manila. But it was just not it expected to be.

PS: They have no service charge, so their food was very cheap for the quality and amount of serving.
Sep 10, 2016
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Ira Espiritu
+3.5
My friends and I planned to try in one of the newly opened restaurants in SM The Block, somewhere that we would all try for the first time and something that isn't too heavy for a dinner; hence, some pizza and pasta.

Inna and I tried their gelatos first which (I think) were a bit pricey (two scoops for P145) but they're typically delicious. Personally the best - white chocolate, dark truffles and hazelnut flavors. You can also get free taste samples! What a treat!

What we ordered next that are good for sharing over kwento (see flatlay) - three cheese pizza, carbonara pasta, and nacho italiano.

Three cheese pizza would be better if it's a bit bigger but, cheese (specifically, mozarella) is always winning. Carbonara pasta was flavorful but, oily yet flavorful. And the only thing I liked about nacho italiano was that it was spicy cos of jalapeño. The cheese dip wasn't the best one but, still okay.

I would love to come back for their three cheese pizza, carbonara pasta, gelatos (to taste other flavors), and try other dishes in the menu!

8/20/16
Sep 04, 2016
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Leanel Hilvano Camporedondo
+3.5
We went here last saturday, we enjoyed our orders but somehow we sees some improvement on their menu specially when it comes on their pizza and ice cream, they small servings for pizza and ice cream, if you guys came for pizza or ice cream I recommend you to have alternatives. But when it comes to their main, we enjoyed our order. We tried porchetta and their burger steak, this is not your usual meal, i can taste the italian way in these dishes, we paired it with their gelato frappe which is the more worthy dessert here for just 180 pesos. But definitely we enjoyed the food we would like to come back to taste their pasta.
Aug 01, 2016
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ItsBeryllicious
+4
Casa Italia Cafe is a franchise from Singapore that specializes in the traditional Italian bar of handcrafted premium gelato, freshly-made comfort food dishes, Italian specialty coffee, beer, and wine. From its humble beginnings as a gelato parlor in Singapore back in 2010, it has now expanded to a fast casual all-day-dining restaurant, with more international outlets opening soon.
Jul 30, 2016
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Laralaramae
+4.5
Great food! Great place as well. Recommendable to everyone! You can play board games while waiting/eating your food. This place is a must visit in Sm the block.
Jun 23, 2016
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Hanna Christelle Ho
+4
They have so many gelato flavors that vary everyday.

Their whiskey was the first one I tried, and I liked it. Pistachio, matcha was also good. I did not like some of the fruit flavors though. If you're not looking for anything that is too sweet, the cacao is highly recommended. It's pure chocolate, you can see this because it is harder than other flavors. They usually have a hard time scooping it out.

It's really pricey for me, but their gelatos are delicious and enough to satisfy the sweet tooth.
Jun 21, 2016
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Nicole
+5
Casa Italia Cafe has a very good ambiance. I felt very comfortable staying there. Although in my place, waiters often go there so sometimes even though we need something, it's hard to call them yet they have pleasing personalities.

In terms of food, they have great food. We ordered lasagna, carbonara, and pepperoni pizza. Mine was lasagna and it's so good! the taste is just perfect! The pizza isn't crisp yet the ingredients and other things firs perfectly! Even though the price is kinda expensive, it's all worth it!

Jun 17, 2016
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Jamie Lim
+4.5
Havent tried their food yet.
But coffee is good. 😊
Interiors are definitely insta-worthy.
The service is really good, they have very friendly and accommodating staff. 😄
Jun 13, 2016
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Kathlyn Diane Datu
+3.5
Lately, whenever I plan to eat at a certain place for the weekend, I always end up changing it because of uncontrollable events, say, the usual Saturday night restaurant queue. Luckily, though, Casa Italia Cafe had been on my list for a while now so, after seeing their sign outside which endorsed a 30% off promo on all their pastas, I decided that I might as well try it.

I ordered their Spinach Dip Crostini and Beef Lasagna. I've never been much of a fan of tomato-based pastas but lasagnas seem to be the only exception. The beef lasagna here tasted good but was pretty much ordinary. For the Spinach Dip Crostini, I was disappointed to see that the dip was more cream than actual spinach. Ever since tasting Spaghetti Factory's Spinach Dip, I have always looked forward to trying a similar dish again from a different restaurant; it looks like I have yet to find one as equally amazing as that. Plus, it was a bit difficult to dip the crostini because their outer parts were not that crispy so they bend easily when met with the resistance of the thick cream. Have no mistake, though, the dip tasted good enough relative to its price. I'll try their gelato some other time because I didn't have room for dessert anymore by the time I finished my meal.

For the ambiance, I really liked everything about the interior. There were no walls, corners, or anything that could have been considered boring. Even the staff here were really jolly and aptly dressed. I was even inspired to wear suspenders myself because of their really cute uniforms.
May 28, 2016
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Ayrah Leido
+4
I love this place. The ambiance is very cozy. It is not crowded as well and there's just a lot of space. The furnitures, despite their differences, complement each other. The comfort room smells nice.
The staffs will welcome you warmly. I was satisfied with my order as well, which is a latte and blueberry muffin. :)
May 06, 2016
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Duds Gutierrez
+4
Good interior, very accomodating staffs and the best gelatos. I tried their meatballs. Quite basic. It was quite pricey, and I didn't like it. Thanks to Swiss Bailey. It was a savior. It's two scoops of Swiss Mountain Chocolate and a single shot of Bailey's. It was heavenly! I'll go back for it.
May 06, 2016
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Cez Chosen
+3.5
They don't have a lot of flavors for their gelato but I think they're good enough. The fruit flavors are spot on, the chocolates, as well. But, I don't find the liquor-based gelato to have a kick of flavor on them.
Apr 30, 2016
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Gino Castillo Chan
+3.5
Had the following: Swiss Baileys, Tropical Bliss, and Chocolate Truffle gelato. Not the best gelato I've tried in my life but the their gelato with a kick of alcohol is something to look forward to in this resto. Nonetheless, the place serves as a heavenly escape in this hot summer weather.
Apr 26, 2016
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Chrizia
+4
Their gelato was as pleasing as the interior! I liked that they have more tables set up and I think it added that we arrived early lunch so there were only a few people aside from us.

One staff caught my attention as she was very friendly and helped me pick a flavor. She was so kind that she let me taste almost all flavors until I decided to just have Salted Caramel lol.

And oh, can I just say that their restroom is very pretty?

Definitely recommended. Definitely coming back.
Apr 18, 2016
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Elizabeth Ong
+4
Got chocolate truffle gelato after walking around. Gelato was good, as most gelato are. They just don't have any sugarfree 😕. Place was full.
Apr 10, 2016
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Angelorange
+4
Best gelato in the country. Some would think twice about the price and the serving quantity but once they try it out they will definitely say it was worth the price. I love cookies and cream ice cream, so i got the gelato in the same flavor. Who would think one can elevate the flavor of such a default gelato way up there?!
Apr 09, 2016
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Forever Hungry
+4.5
Best gelato i've tried so far! The price would probably make you think twice but I promise you it's worth it. The medium size is actually not that big. If you love ice cream, im sure you can finish it in seconds. That's how good it is. I tried ferrero and white chocolate. Both were awesome! I was also able to taste some of their flavors and I find the passion fruit really good too! There's just too much flavor and every bite feels like heaven.
Apr 05, 2016
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Alfred Uy
+4.5
Casa Italia!!! What more could I say? I'm in awe upon seeing their wide variety of premium Gelatos and everything that I tasted surpassed or at the least passed to my likings. Some flavors are swiss chocolate, pistachio, ferrero rocher, earl grey tea, hazelnut, banana split and many more!

We have ordered Bolognese pasta. Serving is huge and can be for sharing and also forgot the name of the pizza but its made out of M. Ham, cheese, tomato, basil and anchovies.. Definitely hits the spot! And to top it all of, we ordered hazelnut gelato piccolo size (small)...the cup was overfilled! For every bite, it feels HEAVEN! you gotta try to witness and have your own experience.

Good ambiance and their modern yet fancy interiors. Very accommodating and talented staff. The only reason that I did not give a rating of perfect was that it's a self service. You'll be picking up your order at the counter once ready. I'm not sure if that's their preferred idea but it will be a wonderful experience if that can be modified as their new setup.
Mar 19, 2016
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JoJen Loves To Eat!
+4
I love the place, it is so big and looks classy. Their staffs are friendly and nice. Their uniforms look cute too. Good thing they offer a free taste of their gelato and I've got to taste five of their flavors :) but Baskin Robbins still my favorite...i'll give a plus because their free wifi works really fast :)
Mar 12, 2016
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Dennis Carlson Lim | TFC
+4.5
Fun, lively, and colorful are words best used to describe Casa Italia Cafe. The attractive cafe boasts its unique flavors of gelato and delicious Italian food. The outer parts of the store are two display of their gelatio flavors, made with high-quality ingredients. They have unusual flavors like pink guava, Twining's Early Grey Tea, cheese, avocado, and some of the common flavors like pistachio, mint, nutella, etc.

If you are curious to try the flavors, you can ask for a sample of any flavors you would like. We had the Pink Guava and Cheese. They have 3 sizes for the gelato, and although the cups looked small, the contents are plenty. To get your gelato, you need to order and pay first at the cashier before showing it to the gelato guy.

Since I do not want to write a review based solely on their gelato, we ordered from their meals as well. We had vegetarian lasagna. The picture on the menu looked small as it was placed in a tapas plate, but the serving size was good when it was served. It is the creamiest and most flavorful vegetarian lasagna I have ever tried. It packs a lot of vegetables that you can see.

This cafe offers a wide variety of dishes from meals to gelato to pastries and even coffee. An ideal place for a romantic date because of the quiet and lively ambiance.
Mar 07, 2016
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Charmaine Mirandilla
+3.5
Hanging out? Try Casa Italia Cafe. Me and my friend, ate ryne after a lunch at the Block, we tried to have coffee and to have a small talk so we decided to go to Casa Italia Cafe. The coffee shop is just in its soft opening but you can say that you'll be attracted with their gelato. We haven't try the gelato but we tried their coffee. We decided to have a cafe mocha but my friend choose cold cafe mocha which cost 110 pesos to 180 pesos depending on the size. The order of my friend arrive but my order is still on going. After a while the manager inform us that they can't serve my hot cafe mocha but I can have gelato shake with coffee flavor. I ask if I need to add some payment because the gelato shake is pricey as compare to cafe mocha. The manager is so generous, she told me there is no need to pay for additional.
For the taste, I still prefer the cafe mocha because of its intense coffee flavor as compare to gelato shake because the taste of gelato shake is too sweet for my palate. I can say that having coffee at casa italia is worth it as compare to starbucks. Overall the service is great. Maybe next time I'll try their gelato which they are famous for.
Mar 06, 2016
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Cheska Uy
+4
Such a cozy dessert place w/ nice interiors. Only tried their gelato, but man, it was so good. It was hard choosing what flavors to get. Thumbs up for the friendly staff and good service. Looking forward to come back again and try something else from their menu.
Feb 19, 2016
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Tinapie
+4
I really wanted to try Casa Italia but the branch at BGC is just too far. So I was happy to learn that they already have a branch at SM the block.

Very nice and cute interiors - like they really invested in having a picturesque interior. Well, it paid off since people are drawn to their place.

Aside from gelato, Casa Italia also offers food like pizzas and pastas. We tried the Carbonara, Bolognese and a dish called Chicken Cazuela. I didn't like the chicken - I think there was too much potatoes underneath and overall, it tasted bland. Even the herbs didn't help at all. But two thumbs up for the pastas especially the Carbonara. I prefer carbonaras that are simple and fuss free - just cream, bacon and cheese. Although I think they used a lot of butter 'coz the butter taste was so distinct. But what I loved the most is it doesn't feel heavy. Even my mom who's not a fan of cream-based pastas said that it's good. I was just able to get a forkful of the bolognese but my mom and brother said that it's good too. I almost finished the carbonara by myself but serving size for the pastas is good enough for 2 persons.

Lastly, we tried their gelatos. It's so hard to decide what to get because there were so many flavors to choose from. I settled for Dark Truffle gelato which is very rich and creamy. I loved it so much. I just noticed that some of the gelatos are hard to scoop.

Service was a bit slow, our food took awhile before it was served. Good thing that the taste made up for it. I can't wait to go back to try other flavors of their gelato. And I'll also be back for the carbonara.
Feb 18, 2016
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Despresso
+4
Lovin the interiors and sights of chocolate fountains, delis, gelato, and espresso bar. But we just wanted some dessert so we got After Eight (mint chocolate) and Ferrero. Sweet, light, and just makes you a happy camper.
Feb 14, 2016
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TJV
+5
HEAVEN IN MY MOUTH!!! The flavors are so rich and creamy :P You can have a free taste of your choice before purchasing it. Tried Ferrero, Baileys, Melon, Lemon, Hazelnut, Forest Berries and Dark Chocolate Truffle. Hazelnut and Forest Berries are my favorite! Can't wait to go back and try the other flavors :)
Feb 13, 2016
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Albert Co
+5
Their gelato is the best! Good thing is they will let you try the flavors before you buy. They have variety of flavors which was hard for me to think what to buy. In the end we tried hazelnut, ferrero, and chocolate chip flavored gelato which are recommendable.
Feb 03, 2016
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CateyPerryAlwaysHungry
+4
This what heaven must look like - posh interiors, friendly star and Italian Gelato goodness welcoming you from afront. My favorites being pistachio, nutella and dark truffle!
Located at the new food area of The Block, long lines await you for a seat during the weekend.
Feb 02, 2016
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Pats Lim Dy
+5
Their gelato got us crazy! We tried everything through tasting and shortlisted our top picks: green tea, cheese (this'll send you to heaven), pistachio, dark truffle, after right (mint chocolate) and salted caramel. Be sure to get ready to exercise before and after eating here...for sure temptation will eat you.
Feb 02, 2016
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Femina Margaret B. Mateo
+4
Their menu has good variation. They have everything from pizza, pasta, wine to coffee and even gelato.

They capitalize on their brand. The Italian flag's colors are found on a lot of their decor. The ambience is good and the place has ample space.

On my first visit I only had coffee. Their flat white was okay. Looking forward to try more of their Italian fare.

I forgot to add that they've got an awesome playlist.
Feb 01, 2016
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Marj Liwag
+5
Indeed my heart is happy because Casa Italia has a branch at North already.

Ambiance - I love how they bring that "home-y" feeling or vibe every time. I love the interiors and I can honestly say that so far, they have the best interior for me.

Service - The service is indeed excellent. The staff are all approachable. EVEN THE MANAGER. And I am very happy because they are open to feedbacks.

Food - I love their Gelato. That's my obsession -- but in moderation, of course. Before, I say that their Gelato is not well priced BUT I have to say that 130 for a scoop is the right price. Reason: FLAVOR.
Feb 01, 2016
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