After Butch and Marie’s wedding reception, it was time for some good poker action. 

We were able to play two full games.  First game, Eric won while Jim placed second.  2^nd game, a come-from-behind win was secured by Woo, while I lost my chip lead and placed second. 

4 hours of poker and we were famished.  While Eric and Made headed to SM North to look for a toy gift, Woo, Bubba and I headed to Amici for dinner.

I first tried Amici at its original location at the Don Bosco canteen in Pasong Tamo.  Salesian Italian missionary Fr. Gianluigi Colombo founded the Amici di Don Bosco Incorporated in 2001.  The original set-up was canteen-style, self-service and fast food.  Its claim to fame is the homemade Italian gelato that is relatively affordable.  It has since expanded to 4 branches (Makati, Timog, Greenhills, and Megamall) when the Red Ribbon group bought the concept and brand. 

The recently opened Amici branch in Greenhills still holds the concept but with a more modern polished look.  The host at the door directs you to the table and hands you the menu, but it’s still pretty much self-service as you have to line up at the counter to order and pay for your food.

On the Table

Tutta Carne PHP 290

Meat lover’s delight in a pizza includes Italian sausage, ham and pepperoni.  The thin layer of soft crust with nominal amount of tomato base and meat is good enough for its price.

Canneloni Agli Spinaci PHP 195

An Amici classic favorite!  Pasta tubes filled with spinach and ricotta cheese topped with creamy tomato sauce is a must have order when at Amici’s.  It’s pasta rich in creamy ricotta cheese and spinach that melts in your mouth with such smooth goodness. 

Spaghetti White Vongole Gamberetti PHP 215

Our famous sautéed mixed seafood on al dente spaghetti in olive oil.  Amici’s version that evening was a little bit salty for my taste.  I like the generous amount of seafood and garlic that coats the al dente spaghetti pasta.

Roast Chicken PHP 190

Rosemary half chicken baked to perfection and served with vegetables.  This is the highlight of the meal on the table.  The chicken was good to share for three people. Take a waft of the rosemary aroma, as the dish is place on the table.  The chicken was moist and tender at the same time that it’s flavorful with every hint of rosemary.

Spaghetti Aglio Olio E Pepperoncino (Woo’s Order)

Mild spicy pasta dish with a rich flavor of smoked salmon

More and more people are drawn to Amici as a go-to-place for Italian dining especially with their semi-family style dishes.  Food is relatively enjoyable and the price decent.  Their gelatos can brighten up any gloomy day even if it’s raining cats and dogs.

Amici

(632) 818 4444

Connecticut, Greenhills

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