Founder
Elena Baru, the founder of Al Pacino, comes from an Italian background and has a passion for serving authentic Italian food in Colchester. In order to achieve this goal, she purchased the restaurant and implemented a complete remodel and renovation. With a deep appreciation for the traditional techniques and flavors of Italian cuisine, Elena wanted to create a warm and friendly atmosphere where customers could experience the essence of Italy through their food.
Raised in Italy, Elena learned the art of cooking from her parents and grandparents, instilling in her a love for authentic Italian flavors. Upon moving to Colchester, she noticed a lack of establishments serving truly authentic Italian cuisine and decided to fill that gap by creating her own restaurant. With a commitment to using only the freshest ingredients and adhering to traditional culinary techniques, Elena spent months perfecting her recipes and building the restaurant to provide a genuine Italian dining experience.
Through their hard work and perseverance, Al Pacino has become a beloved restaurant in Colchester, with customers praising the original cuisine, welcoming atmosphere, and great customer service. Elena’s dedication to bringing a piece of Italy to Colchester has truly paid off.
One of the most crucial components of their goal was to adhere to traditional Italian culinary techniques. They utilise only the freshest ingredients and make everything from scratch, exactly like their forefathers. They also place a high value on appearance, thinking that how a food is presented is as essential as how it tastes. Their hard work and perseverance have paid off, and Al Pacino has become a popular Colchester restaurant. Consumers laud the original cuisine, welcoming atmosphere, and great customer service.