To find a restaurant that serves authentic Italian food in Jakarta is by no means an easy feat. Established in 2002, Izzi has made a name for itself with its repertoire of delectable Italian food as well as Asian favourites. The secret to its success is its simple approach towards dining: great food, great service and great value. Hence, with Izzi's 7 outlets, Jakarta natives can now indulge in delicious Italian food at locations not too far away from home.

• The Vibe
  Trendy and stylish seem to be the key here. Chairs in shades of blue and orange complement the smooth white tables. Walls in the form of glass panels ensure that sunshine illuminates the restaurant, while the open-concept kitchen is given a futuristic vibe by means of blue lighting that almost looks like a flame.

• The Food
  Izzi serves a mixture of western favourites that will be popular with both children and adults alike. For starters, try the Greek Salad. Consisting of Mixed lettuce, cucumber,paprika , onions, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and the restaurant's homemade Italian dressing. Generously-portioned, this dish could make a tasty, yet healthy meal for those watching their waistlines. For a non-vegetable starter, order the Izzi doughballs. A hard crust greets you on your first bite, but a warm and soft inside awaits. Try it with the garlic dip for a tantalising start to your meal.

  Of course, a visit to Izzi wouldn't be complete without ordering pizza. Try the signature Beef and Izzi pizza, which will send your tastebuds into overdrive. Consisting of smoked beef, beef salami, Italian sausage, mozzarella and Izzi's spicy BBQ sauce, this will satisfy any pizza lover. If you're not in the mood for pizza, you may order the Chicken Steak with Pasta, which is a dish of grilled chicken with mushroom sauce, and a side of linguine. Flavourful and wholesome, it is comfort food indeed.

  To end off the meal on a sweet note, do order the Hot Chocolate Melt. This is essentially chocolate cake with a surprise; hot chocolate sauce oozing from the middle. Thick and sinfully sweet, and served with a side of vanilla ice cream, this definitely spells dessert heaven for any chocoholic.

• The Service
  The staff was friendly and hospitable, eager with recommendations. Do not hesitate to approach them for help.

The SD Food Advisor's Take on Izzi Pizza:
A trendy eatery with a winning concept, it is no surprise that Izzi has expanded to its current seven outlets. Reasonable in pricing, and yet serving food of above-average quality, it succeeds in tempting customers to go back for more. Also, the offering of free broadband internet is indeed a draw for younger customers. However, its interior might be too no-frills for some, and more comfortable furniture could add to the dining experience.