MATTO means crazy in Italian, and one thing is certain - this downtown home-grown UAE eatery is not like any other Italian restaurants on the scene.

We recently had the opportunity to try a three-course lunch at MATTO, located in the Oberoi, and we couldn’t recommend this spot enough! Whether it be for a long lazy lunch, dinner and drinks with girlfriends, or date night, we’ll definitely be back for more! Here are three reasons why: