Lena : The Delightful Daniele (Daniele’s Casa Mia Ristorante Italiano)

A certified pasta and pizza lover that I am, I could certainly pass as an Italian palette by heart.  So when I heard that a nice authentic brick oven Italian restaurant is situated nearby, I couldn't just pass the chance to dine with my friends and eat my way through Daniele’s  =)

Daniele, the very accommodating and cheerful owner,  is the only son of the couple behind the famous Bellini’s Restaurant (in Cubao).  After the Ondoy disaster, he moved the restaurant from Marikina to Sucat, Paranaque.

The Restaurant

 Once inside, a cozy and homey ambiance will greet you. The place is adorned with different Italian pieces.  The walls have various hanged frames depicting Italian cultures as well as the Bellini’s family photo memorabilia. Also, you’ll never miss laying your eyes to the huge framed painting of the Leaning tower of Pisa. Since the Bellini family came from Pisa, Italy -- I guess that fully explains the fondness for any objects portraying Torre pendent di Pisa.

Php250 Prosciutto e Arugula (Parmaham and Arugula Pizza)

Daniele’s pizza comes in two sizes, medium and large. Our group (there’s 4 of us) opted to go for the medium one (8 slices). 

Surely, Prosciutto became an instant hit to our budding taste buds. It’s love at first bite! The thin yet soft, crispy yet chewy, slightly burnt pizza is really to die for. It’s a perfect must try for first timers.

Php250 Ravioli Truffle Cream (Spinach and Ham)

 By merely looking at it, the fresh pasta seems to be shouting, DIG IN! The delectable and appetizing smell of this fresh spinach and ham is just great. Serving size would be enough for one hungry person. It may not be enough to fulfill a 2-person appetite, yet you can still opt to share for the sole reason of trying out other pasta dishes =)

 Php180 Spaghetti al Cartoccio (Mixed Seafood Pasta wrapped in a foil)

The good thing about this pasta -- it can be served in oil or red sauce and spaghetti or fettuccine. We chose to devour both of the latter ones.  Al dente pasta it is! I’m a seafood lover, so this is also a total hit for me. Unfortunately, I was craving for more pieces of seafood  *wink*.  Hope they’ll come up with “extra seafood” options , haha! =)

**sorry guys, no photos for the last 2

Chicken in Herbs and Chili (Php220) -- The aromatic herbs and spicy chili truly made the chicken an appetizing meal. It’s a true “sarap to the bones” experience. Very tasty! This is served with potatoes. 

Home-made Iced Tea (Php200) -- A refreshing drink with hints of peach flavor.

Summing it up, this is still a must try for all foodie enthusiast! Plus, a perfect way to experience brick oven pizza and fresh pasta.


Estimated Price per Pax (based on a 4-pax sharing)
200php-300php/each

Daniele's Casa Mia Ristorante Italiano
#8351 Sucat Road (Dr. A Santos Ave.), Brgy San Antonio, Paranaque City
Telefax: +632 826-5163

Email: casamiaitalianrestaurant@yahoo.it

Facebook: Daniele's Casa Mia Ristorante Italiano

Store Hours: 11am-10pm

GoingThere:

From SLEX or Skyway, take the Sucat Exit. Go straight until you pass Santana Grove and Shopwise on your right.

Right after Paranaque Medical Center, slow down on the rightmost lane. You’ll need to pass the stoplight with 7-11(convenience store) as the landmark on your left.

Daniele's Casa Mia will be seen immediately next on your right. Right after Grami Hotel and Transorient Manpower Building (righ side).

Parking is very difficult. You can either park in front of Transorient Manpower Building or risk parking along Sucat road (where the owner parks).