Del Friscos an assuredly class act

Adam Desaulniers

DDO’s Del Friscos brings a chic urban feel to Italian American dining on the West Island.

On setting foot inside, refined surroundings inspire immediate confidence in the experience to come, in a sleek and airy space featuring high ceilings that let in an exceptional amount of daylight at lunchtime, bouncing off brilliant white linens gracing every table like fresh unblemished snow.

Fresh-baked round crusty buns come with a little show beforehand, olive oil and balsamic vinegar artfully dispensed on the plate and then jiggled up in the air so vigorously it’s hard not to brace oneself for a spattering. But as with everything in the establishment, it’s relaxed and self-assured. The service bears special mention as not merely unobtrusive, but professional and sophisticated.

Easily overlooked, the house salad is clearly designed to raise expectations, not as a typical afterthought – nary a trace of iceberg lettuce, cabbage, or carrot, but a tour de force of fancy greens, translucently sliced radishes, julienne cucumbers and tomatillos competing for attention. Not many salads in life stick out in your memory but this one will.

The rack of lamb, falling off the bone in a meaty teepee with a memorable side of asparagus and yellow peppers, is a recommended pick, and the exemplary wine selection ensures something to please the palate of every guest. For outings that have to go just right, it’s an unbeatable choice for putting your mind at ease.

Del Friscos is at 3237 des Sources.

Info: 514-683-4444 or delfriscos.ca