Hostaria Sante Vincenzi - Anda & Red In Bologna

27/02/2025: Really good. Quick pre-theater dinner.

27/02/2025: An experience that left us with a slight bitter taste in our mouth, alas. We had high expectations for this dinner, also thanks to past experiences in the same restaurant, which had left everyone satisfied. Unfortunately, it wasn't the same this time. The location is very nice and unique, the welcome and hospitality are in perfect Bolognese style, but the only real "problem" was the cuisine. The dishes we tasted were not poorly executed nor had an unpleasant taste, apart from a completely burnt and bitter sauce, according to one of the diners. The real problem, however, was the lack of character or personality in the dishes. Little risk and little creativity: the menu plays on well-known elements, proposed in a classic key and with little creative flair. Let's say they have remained in a zone of safety and comfort that does not make them stand out, and this, unfortunately, culminates in an easily forgettable experience. Great disappointment especially for the dessert I ordered: millefeuille deconstructed with diplomatic cream and salted caramel. Of the various pastry scraps presented on the plate, only one was truly crunchy, while the others were completely flavorless and soft, which suggests that they had not been prepared on the same day or, in any case, had been poorly preserved. The cream was acceptable, but the caramel did not have any savory connotations, contrary to what was described on the menu. The only truly interesting and pleasant note was that of the amuse-bouche, a very tasty welcome and appreciated by all of us. Unfortunately, I cannot say that I will willingly visit them again, and this is a great disappointment, considering the past experiences full of taste and good memories.