Fresca Trattoria in Makati: Where Homemade Pastas and Authentic Italian Flavors Await
IMAGE from Fresco TrattoriaWhat started as a pop-up pasta bar in 2023, Fresca eventually became one of Makati’s hottest dining destination, thanks to Chef Francesco’s handmade pasta and superb Italian dishes, which brings you the real taste of Italy without ever having to leave the city!
Chef Francesco / IMAGE from Fresco Trattoria
A quick look at their Instagram account will show you just how much they love serving their homecooked Italian meals to guests. Among the standout pasta creations on their menu is their version of the Fresca Carbonara, made with handmade spaghetti, guanciale, pecorino romano, eggs, and a sprinkle of black pepper, all coming together to create a truly authentic taste of Italy.
Fresca Carbonara / IMAGE from Fresca Trattoria
Diners can also dig into the handmade pasta prepared every day, like the nutty Pistachio Pesto e Guanciale (Php 585) or the umami-rich Fregola with Gamberi (Php 695), and pizza lovers get yet another surprise in terms of texture with the delightful Pizzetta Mortadella e Stracciatella (Php 425). Of course, the
They also offer Amatriciana for fans of tomato-based pasta, alongside Pesto Pistacchio e Guanciale, made with Orecchiette pasta tossed in pistachio pesto and topped with guanciale or cured pork cheek.
Pesto Pistacchio e Guanciale / IMAGE from Fresca Trattoria
For mains, guests can enjoy meat dishes such as Bone-in Rib-Eye, Pollo al Tartufo, and Porkchop Milanese served with salsa tonnata and charred lemon.
Porkchop Milanese / IMAGE from Fresca Trattoria
No meal is complete without dessert so finish your meal with their indulgent Tiramisu made with espresso-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone filling, dusted with cocoa powder or their version of Tortino Pistachio, a rich pistachio-flavored cake with a gooey, molten center.
The interiors of the restaurant flaunt a warmth and contemporary charm based on rusticism. An open kitchen offers guests views of the culinary wonders blending in a setting of glimmering green tiles and industrial chic accents.
IMAGE from Fresca Trattoria
Romantic date, business-minded meeting, or simply a craving for authentic Italian? Well, put simply, Fresca Trattoria marks a dining experience worth remembering for the robust flavors, warm atmosphere, and cheerful Italian welcome!
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