Going to Forlino was like going through maze if you came from Fullerton by The Bay hotel side but it wasn't hard to follow the clear directions. I must say, it build up your anticipation and it will not disappoint you either once you reach the restaurant.
The black & white tiles with its pastel mint wall colours greeted you once you were up the upper floor by going up a staircase from the reception counter (the journey certainly continued) Passing the modern lounge setting facing opposite the Fullerton Hotel will awe you and you kinda know how the tone of this restaurant.
Walking into dining area with its beautiful chandeliers and full height window to MBS view was just astounding. Everything is carefully planned; the arty steel partition between tables, the table setting and what some restaurants still lacking here (and what you encounter often in Japan) is the 'Handbag' stool. It just another thoughtful gesture from Forlino and indeed, it shows the Japanese touch in this restaurant. True to behold; not long after, the patrons coming to Forlino were mostly Japanese for that night.
Our waiting staff were excellent; her friendly demeanor from a start promised a good evening for us and it was. She definitely knowledgeable which wine to suggest for our dish and promptly able to accommodate my query if I didn't wish for Foei Gras on my meal.
The meal was excellent; it was still true to Italian cuisine but with some refined techniques and skills infused to these dishes; attention to every detail on its presentation and most importantly the taste were excellent.
All in all, it was a lovely evening in a romantic ambience with great service and food, not to mention a view to boot; we just can't found any fault with Forlino.
I would highly suggest Forlino for a special dinner or occasion; combining Italian cuisine and Japanese chef are a must try dining experience.
Hallway to lounge and dining area
The bar
Chic lounge
Attention to detail
Looking at you to sit here
Or here
The wall ornate not to be missed
Chef Kentaro Torii
View to MBS
The handbag stool
The artsy steel partitions to admire
Entrance to their private restroom
Adorable wall decoration
Beehive shaped tiles
Leather bound menu
Starting out with a glass of Chianti Red Wine
Duet of Angus Beef
Braised short rib Brasato and Tenderloin Rossini 'Foie Gras' (I requested for it to be changed), Marsala Wine Sauce, Ricotta Spinach Raviolone
I had extra Raviolone replacing the Foei Gras
The beef was very tender and juicy; the combination of Marsala worked very well
Spinach Raviolone
Another thumb-up; it may seemed a humble item but it was made very well; it was soft yet firm and the spinach melted nicely in your mouth
Orata
Grilled Fillet of Sea Bream Amalfi Lemon Anchovy Sauce, Baby veggie, Panchino Tomato Confit
The fish was grilled to perfection and the lemon anchovy sauce complimenting it very well
Coconut Panna Cotta
Pineapple Confit, Moscato Jelly, Passion Fruit
Glad we skipped the starter in favour to have dessert as it was delish.
Never thought I would love Passion Fruit but combined with this coconut panna cotta and the pineapple; it was superb
And we loved every detail put into the presentation
Warm Chocolate Fondant
Gianduja Lava, Vanilla Gelato
It may sounded simple but believed me; this chocolate fondant was excellent
Forlino Dining by the Bay
1 Fullerton Road
One Fullerton
#02-06
Singapore 049213
Tel: (65) 6690-7564
Opens Daily
Lunch: 12PM to 2.30PM
Dinner: 6.30PM to 10.30PM
