La Vigna

Rustic-effect Italian in Century Village Reviews

One of La Vigna's main selling points is its location: it occupies a prime spot amid Century Village's picturesque courtyards - a breath of fresh air amid the all-too-new, squeaky-clean venues that pepper New Dubai. The menu doesn't hold too many surprises, with (home-made) pasta and pizza options and a scattering of meat and fish, alongside Italian antipasti, soups and salads. Service is efficient enough, if a little brusque at times, and the food itself, while fairly basic, is good value and filling. The location makes this venue a pleasant find, and there’s even the option of shisha to accompany your meal. If the chefs could add a little more sparkle to the food, La Vigna would be hard to beat.

By Time Out Dubai staff
Time Out Dubai,

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  • Location: Garhoud, Dubai
  • Tel: 04 282 0030
  • Travel: Century Village
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  • Users voted this restaurant most suitable for: Family friendly

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Posted by: Sonia on 15 Aug ' 12 at 07:21
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  • Would you go back to this restaurant? No

Who ever wrote positive comment obviously doesn't know what means a good customer service and good food.
I was forced to sit in that restaurant for many years since my work is near by and shisha which my friends consumed where offered.
Unfriendly unprofessional staff, pizza is not bad, but not as good to be recommended.
Definitely they wont see my face again.

Posted by: Alexey on 14 May ' 11 at 10:57
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  • Would you go back to this restaurant? No

This was our second visit to this Century Village outlet, and surely the last. Our "fine dining" experience started when the waitress was clever enough to place smoking shisha ordered by someone from the neighbouring table, with burning coil about 30 cm away from my 2-year old son sitting on a baby chair. Needless to say that we moved to another table. Food. No local water available, AED 25 for a bottle of something "very Italian". Main courses: trout was overcooked, dry and sour; veal was very tough. Ravioli with cheese and spinach seemed to be just ok, and beef steak was the only dish that made the guest happy. Well, its price was AED 89 so I guess it should. By the way, a person who ate steak got stomach upset right after dinner, but it might have been caused by Carlsberg. Overall conclusion: never again. Thank you.

Posted by: Edward Langley on 13 May ' 11 at 10:34
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  • Best for: Family friendly
  • Would you go back to this restaurant? Yes

Tried La Vigna on 12th May for Dinner, Must say its a gem tucked away in the hustle bustle of Dubais dining venues. Had a great experience, staff were courteous and organised a table in less than 5 minutes when there whole restaurant was packed at 9 pm. I guess the first impression did not let us down. Enjoyed the Food, Service and Outdoor setting. A must try.

Posted by: Daisy S. on 04 Sep ' 10 at 09:58
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  • Would you go back to this restaurant? No

Went to La Vigna last night with my family. Our first waiter had no knowledge of the menu. The second waiter remained curt and almost rude. She refused to smile during the whole time. The food we ordered was bland, stale and cold. The portions sizes were small and prices were exorbitant. Would never go back to La Vigna or recommend it to anyone (incl. my enemies)

Posted by: Dr. Raji Mathew on 31 Aug ' 10 at 18:28
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Came with family in tow who were indeed surpriseed to discover a palce offering lunch during Ramadan. Deep fried seafood for starters with pasta and lasagna for mains.
The bill gets inflated with another 20% as taxes which means it's a tad expensive.

Posted by: Dr. Raji Mathew on 28 Aug ' 10 at 07:29
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  • Best for: Family friendly
  • Would you go back to this restaurant? Yes

Just came here 2 days back. A welcome change where you get transported back in time and place to a simpler life. Deep fried calamari with hammour and shrimps is worthy starter. Risotto with turkey ham anf mushrooms was lackiing in flavour.

Nice place to visit for a relaxed meal.

Posted by: Dana Hijjawi on 08 Feb ' 10 at 09:54
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  • Would you go back to this restaurant? Yes

absolutely love this place....very nice...peacefull,simple place..
witrh great food...try to chicken scalope that they have ...well..i always invited friends and family there and never heard or faced any negative feedback...

Plusssssss...shisha is soooo good too :)

Posted by: skay on 16 Sep ' 09 at 12:58
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  • Would you go back to this restaurant? No

HORRIBLE food!! the calamari looked (and tasted) like it was fake! The seafood linguine in tomato sauce was smelly and tasteless. The pizza crust was not bad, but the toppings were not too good. Overall, bad experience and I wouldn't go back. But the service was great...very friendly!

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