Vapiano's - a mixture of feelings

Vapiano - Bahrain City Center

So we decided to go to Vapiano at City Center on January 31st, a Friday night. I forgot it was Friday and did not understand why the mall was packed. Anywho, we decided to give Vapiano a visit. 

We ordered Pesto Con Spinaci pizza (BD 3) and bruschetta (BD 1.25). I've been to this place before and ordered their pasta, and concluded that their pizzas are amazing. However, that day, the pizza was not so good. It was missing some sort of zing, that in the past gave it its unique-must-come-again taste. The pizza had the description of spinach, pesto cream sauce, tomatoes and mozarella.

The bruschetta, on the other hand, just two pieces (ugh), made up for it. It had this amazing not too cold, twist of lemony and moist feel that was within the core of each tomato chunk, especially when you add lemon grass to it. The bread itself was fresh and not too hard. Bruschetta basically consisted of toasted bread, tomatoes, garlic and olive oil.

Amidst our excitement, we forgot to take pictures. So here is a half eaten pizza, and no bruschetta.

The first thing that came to mind was fresh, healthy and natural. I understood it to be Italian. The place welcomed the feel of fun and comfort. Though the high chairs and tables may not be favorable to many, they have the option of the low seating that gives the restaurant its feel of diversity. 

Setting wise, I always enjoyed eating at their tables. It felt like they brought back the classic diner feel, but with a modern twist. Looking around, the walls were adorned with drawings and doodles of food, writings and utensils. There are fresh plants on each table, which I was told can be used for food but I wasn't brave enough to do so.

Another plus point to any restaurant were the open kitchens where you get to see your food in the process. The staff are nice, friendly and helpful. The buzzer is a great way to indicate if you're food is ready or not. Everything is perfect except for the coca colas which I noticed are priced at almost one dinar. Yes, that part crazy.

Address: Bahrain City Center
Cuisine: Italian

Opening Times: WED. 11.00 - 22.00, THURS-FRI. 10.00 - 24.00Contact: +973-1749 1391

Website: http://vapianobh.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VapianoBH

E-MAIL: vapbcc@fakhro.com

Date of Visit: Friday January 31 2014

Pesto Con Spinaci pizza (BD 3)

bruschetta (BD 1.25)

Today Vapiano received an OFS of 4!

Not my last Pasta!

Vapiano - Bahrain City Center

I always enjoy Vapiano food although it does not give me the same satisfaction that Thai food does. There are these occasions that happen from time to time where I suddenly get hit with cravings for either Pizza or Pasta. Frankly, Vapiano is not usually the first on the list however I think that its location is another that owes to its success. If it weren't in the mall, I probably would not have visited them repeatedly. 

All in all, the setting is adorable and you feel different sitting on high chairs. The pricing is definitely on the average and you can find pastas and pizzas around BD 3, like the one below (It should be more around 4 because of the shrimps).

Address: Bahrain City Center
Cuisine: Italian
Contact: +973-1749 1391

Website: http://vapianobh.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VapianoBH

Date of Visit: January 2014

Vapiano received an OFS of 4.1!