Wow. Seriously, wow. Italians do food better than most everyone and this place does Italian…read morebetter than most Italians. We stopped for lunch on our way south and we were graciously accommodated on short notice. Called the night before and they set us up with a table near the end of service. Charming, professional, spotlessly clean, small and very nicely furnished in an authentic urban Italian style. Not rushed, not ignored, not overlooked. Treated us like neighborhood regulars, and there were numerous in attendance. Now about that food... we're back to wow, seriously wow. For starters my wife and I chose tagliatelle with duck ragu (tagliatelle al sugo d'anatra) and tiny tortellini in brodo (sorry I forgot the actual name of this dish). The tortellini were dynamite flavor bombs and the broth was clean and perfect. The duck dish was flawless--the homemade egg tagliatelle were ethereal, cooked to perfection--served in a lovely copper pan. Also enjoyed a rabbit dish (Coscia do consigliere alle Erbe ). House digestive was a nice touch. We'll be back.

First the positives: kind and lovely staff very welcoming, friendly and funny. The food however was…read moreaverage at best. The pumpkin tortellini which the region is known for were overly flavored with amaretto, making them taste like sugary almond bombs. The polenta was thick and flavorless and the other dishes were average at best. Given that the prices are fine but not the deal they once were I think this restaurant is quite average. For reference, we spend two weeks every year in various places in Italy and eat out often.

Food is excellent. The wine was very good with a long selection. It was very loud though.read more

We me the chef, Enzo, at a Ferrari event across town. The man running the event introduced us and…read moreurged us to go to his restaurant for the best meal in town. He then told Enzo to take care of his "new" friends. We decided that an offer like that can't be missed so we went there for lunch the nest day. My friend decided to give Enzo our go-ahead to bring out whatever he thought would put a smile on our faces. As you can see from the photo I posted, Enzo was table-side a lot, asking about preferences and potential allergies. We were treated to course after course of great, locally-sourced dishes, every one would be a signature dish for eateries over here in the USA. For example, he sprinkled Parmesan cheese on our risotto (etherial!) and added "aged thirty six months" - and it was rich, creamy and memorable. This small place deserves your attention and a high rating from anyone who understands what it takes to run a memorable restaurant that delivers quality, fair-priced food. In Maranello, the debate is always - Cavallino or Montana - the two most famous restaurants in town. Each has their fans - especially given their Ferrari-centered reputation (Ferrari big-wigs have a private dining room in Cavallino, F1 drivers have memorabilia all over the walls in Montana). However, having eaten at these other excellent places, this place beats them for service, taste, and price. Go, eat, you'll thank me later!

Stunning views, excellent service and exceptional food. We especially enjoyed the whole Branzino…read moreand vegetables cooked to perfection - as well as the porcini risotto. The restaurant also has an extensive grappa selection which they bring over on a cart. We initially discovered this restaurant on our first trip to Gargnano and it was the perfect romantic dinner for two. The restaurant has a picturesque outdoor dining area overlooking the water (as well as lovely indoor space with floor to ceiling glass so one can appreciate the view in cooler weather). We're back for our second trip to the area and they were especially friendly to our young well-behaved daughter when we came back as repeat customers.

Without a doubt, my favorite food in the whole Parma area. From traditional parmesan food such as…read more"tortelli d'erbetta" and "anolini in brodo di cappone", to the most complex and articulated dishes. This hidden gem has been one of the "bassa" most famous spots since the 60s, according to the very friendly staff. The wine list is one of the top three I've seen in the area, especially because of its alternative choices, mainly from Piemonte and Friuli. When I travel to Northern Italy, I have no doubt. There's only one place where you really feel at home!

This was the best Italian food I've ever had. I orgasmed under the table just after the starter,…read morebefore the main course, and then during the dessert. Giorgio the Manager was incredibly courteous, and made sure we had a great time. I urge everyone to go and try this food, it's masterful. Bravo

Most of the year this town is full of people. It's one of the most beautifully restored towns in…read moreItalia. But come late fall it can be a ghost town. We walked around this ghost town in a gentle mist on a dark evening in the late fall and it was full of ghosts. It was eerie, empty and awesome. We were alone and nobody was there and nothing was open....that is until we saw the lights on at this taverna. We walked in, no ghosts, but a friendly woman instead. I'm glad we found this place. It was mushroom week, and many funghi specialities were available. We had mushrooms, mushroom pasta with truffle on top, and more mushrooms. One of our best meals in Italia! Nice local wine too. And as the night wore on, more and more people came in and ate dinner. This definitely became the hot spot in this ghost town. Wonderful place. We will definitely come back whenever in the area again. Castell Arquato is amazing. Definitely worth the drive from Milano.

This place is great - we were lucky as town was tourist free when we came. The food was great and…read moretortellini were excellent along with everything we had - do not miss this place!

We had a great time. Started outside with snacks and drinks and decided to stay for dinner. Very…read moregood food This kind of place is why you came to Italy Owner was there helping out. Food was delicious. Interesting menu not just the usual pastas Alessia our fab waitress was great and really a lot of fun.

This cute little spot could easily be missed, even with Google Maps--but we're so glad we found it!…read moreTucked away on a quiet residential street, away from the plaza, it has a peaceful atmosphere and a charm all its own. We didn't have a reservation, but luckily the staff kindly allowed us to squeeze in for a course before the busy Italian dinner hour around 7:30. We really appreciated the gesture and their hospitality. With so many restaurants to choose from, it can be hard to find a place that feels genuinely local while also delivering great quality. We ordered the bigoli pasta and the beef cheeks, and both were phenomenal. Everything was delicious, and we were so happy we managed to squeeze in. Definitely worth seeking out--especially if you're looking for a quieter, authentic spot away from the crowds! No pictures of our food because we ate them so quickly! But trust me, they are amazing!

NOT your typical tourist fare. You can tell they put a lot of care and effort in the food. The…read morepumpkin ravioli was amazing, as were the steamed vegetables (a la ratatouille). Walk just two blocks off the beaten path and be rewarded with this little restaurant. Highly recommended.

with only 2 yelp reviews as I know it's not big in Europe we decided to give it a try, off the main…read morestreet. We were impressed. Friendly family service. sat outside with the cool Breeze, fresh cream in our coffee and hand picked basil in our dishes. the best linguine and clams ever!

Simply incredible. The riso is absolutely stunning and delicious. It's a family style restaurant so…read moreyou'll be sitting with other customers on the same table - but all the more reason to say hi and practice your Italian.