La Gondola

by : Bert Mendoza

Taken from the name of a famous boat in Venice, Italy, “Gondola,” this restaurant is one of the best Italian restaurants here in Cebu, as far as taste and service is concerned. It does not only serve pasta alone but its array of delectable dishes also includes steaks and desserts that can only be found in La Gondola. Conveniently located at Waterfront Hotel in Lahug, famous local personalities and Italian food enthusiasts love to dine here.

I was able to dine here and the experience was truly unforgettable because of the kind of service that I got from their friendly and accommodating staff. Foods are also served on time and you do not have to wait that much in order to have a taste of their delicious menus. Your orders are already prepared and freshly cooked the way you want them to be. Although they are catering to the class A and B crowd, there are also food choices that are affordable. I would like to mention their baked lasagna and spaghetti that is cooked the Italian way and very much different from the traditional ones we see in fast food chains. I am not really fond of eating pasta but because of my dining experience here, I am already a pasta lover.

Another best thing here is the seafood cuisine. They have lobsters, shrimps that you can indulge yourself with and choose the way you would like to have them cooked. La Gondola is truly one of a kind and worth coming back for.

Right after every meal, you can also indulge in La Gondola’s array of drinks from wines, juices and soft drinks. Fresh fruit juices and shakes are also available. I would like to single out their Italian ice cream, which I really loved so dearly.

My experience at La Gondola although short was truly worth remembering. I promised myself to go back there sometime and once again have a taste of their delectable dishes. I am thankful to my friend, who is in London now for introducing La Gondola to me. Now I am sharing this experience to you so that you too will know how wonderful it is to dine at La Gondola. Enjoy!!!