Nestled in a quiet Maadi neighborhood is a little Italian gem by the name of Estro – which also happens to be the Italian word for ‘inspiration’. This charming little rooftop restaurant and bar happens to be as inspiring as its name evokes, boasting a beautifully serene 180 degree view of the Maadi skyline. From a menu full of dishes with names one will enjoy trying to pronounce accurately, to freshly made food that oozes with vibrant flavor, Estro is as authentic an Italian dining experience as it gets. The venue plays on perfecting Sicilian cuisine with a trendy edge, rather than bombarding customers with the typical ‘Italian themed’ dishes that are ultimately not very Italian at all. The space itself may not be vast, but there seems to be something about its limited seating that adds an air of exclusivity to this novel Italian restaurant. Rather than playing on a typical Italian theme, the venue’s interior itself is tasteful in its sleek and modern atmosphere, making one feel as though they have entered a trendy restaurant in Italy, rather than an Italian restaurant in Egypt. Estro specializes in Sicilian…
