Trevini Ristorante

"Elegance at a Premium: A Thoughtful Reflection on Trevini Ristorante My recent lunch at Trevini Ristorante in Palm Beach was a journey through the heights of Italian culinary elegance, with the restaurant's ambiance and service encapsulating the essence of high-end dining. The lunch special, featuring a delicately prepared cod, and the crab salad appetizer showcased the kitchen's prowess in elevating simple ingredients to sophisticated heights. Trevini's approach to Italian cuisine is a testament to the art of using high-quality, simple ingredients to craft dishes that speak volumes. The meticulous presentation and the flavors were impressive, albeit at a premium. The experience prompts reflection on the value proposition of high-end dining; the menu prices, such as a $30 Angle Hair Bolognese, highlight a commitment to quality and experience over mere sustenance. While the service and finishes at Trevini are indeed top-tier, echoing the luxe dining scene of Palm Beach, my overall experience was good, though tempered by the price point for the dishes served. The cost, while reflective of the restaurant's upscale setting and service, seemed a step ahead of the culinary experience provided. In the spirit of fairness and recognition of the restaurant's evident dedication to providing a high-end dining experience, I lean towards a four-star rating. However, acknowledging the effort and quality that Trevini Ristorante brings to the table, I am inclined to round up to five stars. This establishment is for those who seek the ambiance and service that define upscale dining, with the understanding that such experiences come at a premium. Trevini Ristorante remains a noteworthy choice for Italian cuisine aficionados in Palm Beach, offering a sophisticated dining experience that celebrates the purity and simplicity of its ingredients, albeit with a price tag that merits consideration."

"The place is Palm Beach popping inside and out. My reviews usually focus on food, but I'll start with service. Hostesses were absolutely clueless. No real system to monitor reservations and table availability. Requested inside round table for 6 at 7:45pm, got outside square table at 8:45. No big deal. While waiting, went to the bar for a drink. Asked what type of gin they have, got a snarl and a look and a finger point to 3 bottles of nothing special. Ultra high-end restaurant with no high-end gin? Strange. Sat down at our table. 10 minutes later, waiter comes over and practically throws the menus in our laps. We were mid conversation, no "excuse me" or "would you like to hear the specials". Just starts talking over us. When we asked for a few minutes, he stormed off, and eventually another waiter took his place (replacement waiter did a fine job). Food was solid including pasta e fagioli, branzino, dover sole, salmon tartare. And oh, suddenly they had Hendricks when requested at the table. We ordered a pesto gnocchi for the table...who doesn't love gnocchi? It never showed up and when we inquired after the meal, the waiter casually told us they had run out. Is the atmosphere and food solid? Absolutely. But when you present yourself as an exceptional dining experience, and you fall far short, I don't need to rush back here."

"New Year’s Eve dinner at Trevini Ristorante was outstanding. While the restaurant was jumping (what would you expect on NYE??), the staff did a terrific job for our group of 9. The food was superb and service throughout the evening was attentive and efficient. And to be clear, every entree — branzino, salmon, lemon sole, salmon tartare was really good. We frequent the restaurant whenever we want a great Italian dinner and highly recommend it. Bravo to all."

"While I miss the music and acoustics of the courtyard, this new Trevini has climbed the mountain. The food has reached all new highs while the staff remain as friendly and helpful as ever. The gorgeous new grounds and decor suit the maturity of the menu. Definitely a go to. We had the Tortellini De Panna, Ravioli con Porcini, Carpacio di Manzo and a few others, along with Affogatos for dessert and all it was delicious."

"I had a 7:30 reservation. The restaurant was extremely busy. We were seated at 7:50. The weight staff was quick to bring bread and water, but no menus. They did seem a little confused. I had the Bolognese. It was surprisingly bland and for $30 I felt the portion was small. Guest had the rack of lamb For $52. It was okay but not spectacular. While the restaurant was good it did not meet my expectations."