This is a large, bustling restaurant and bar in a great location in Ravenna, in the historic…read morecenter. Menu offered a variety of intriguing options including seasonal specials and dishes that made it clear we were in Emilia Romagna. Since there were three of us we were able to sample a variety of dishes and all were very good to exceptional. To start I had the radicchio salad with crispy bacon, companions had the soft cheese budino with crispy parma ham in wine cream, and the parma ham and parmesan cheese salad. Both the salads were so huge (and wonderfully fresh tasting) they could have been a "light" lunch all on their own! The budino was beautiful and tasty as well. It was hard not to keep munching on the warm piadina bread served to the table as well, but we had to save room for our mains. I absolutely adore venison and can't resist ordering it when I see it on a menu. Here they had it in a stew with polenta. Delicious, much like the way I prepare it at home slow-cooked in wine with fresh herbs like rosemary. One companion, after a week of heavy pasta and rice dishes felt drawn to the grilled chicken. As simple as that sounds, it was terrific. I'd love a place back home that made such a flavorful grilled chicken dish. Third main course was the winner of the day, though - the risotto with sausage and radicchio. Perfectly cooked risotto (according to my native Italian dining companion) and rich with autumn flavors. Needless to say, no room was left for dessert. I would definitely come back here and recommend this restaurant as a great place to sample some of the cuisine of this region of Italy. It's not an intimate or romantic choice, but good for a group, especially if you want to sample a variety of dishes.

I guess this a great place for wine. The food, at lease what we ordered was mediocre. Atmosphere…read morewas very nice; busy with lots going on for such a small town.

Great tapas bar in Ravenna! Stop for a drink or try the anchovy dish. Never knew I loved them so…read moremuch, served with French butter and a baguette. Taking that one home with me!

My husband and I spent two nights in Ravenna in late October before going on a cruise…read more I had been to Ravenna many years ago. It's a lovely, walkable town with some wonderful sites to see. Near our hotel was Fresco, a fun tapas bar. At night it is HOPPING!! Crowded with locals enjoying their wine, beer and tapas. We came here both nights. The bartender and a couple of wait staff welcomed us the second visit. We ended up talking to several locals while sitting outside. So much fun! Prices are very reasonable for the tapas. If you go for a drink, you'll get a complimentary small plate of food.

A wonderfully refined dining establishment where everything has been thought out and focused on…read moreproviding a great dining experience. This wonderful restaurant just steps from the piazza del poppolo is a quiet refined space perfect for a great meal. The interior is housed in an old hat shop where those cabinets now display the wines and provide a very nice backdrop. There is soft piano music playing and the tables are large enough to provide plenty of room for your dishes nor are they packed in. The service is friendly, crisp and professional. The wine list has something for everyone. The bread basket is home made and it shows. We were each given a complementary vegetarian meatball which was very good,We ordered the tortellini with a an aged Parmesan sauce. This is an excellent version of this dish. The tortellini were obviously hand made, cooked perfectly al dente and the flavor worked beautifully with the Parmesan. The veal was perfectly cooked, crispy with the right amount of ham and a nice sauce that fished off the dish. The potatoes were also perfectly cooked and flavored with some rosemary. We tried the tiramisu for dessert. A tiramisu that has been tweaked with a bit more mascarpone and amazing chocolate shavings. Proving a perfect dish can be improved Overall just an excellent experience at a place that hits all the right notes.

Delicious food using ingredients from Ravenna! Wine and food were delicious! In this place a famous…read moreItalian movie was also filmed with Roberto Begnini. Cozy and romantic environment

Best place for fine food in Ravenna, good quality ingredients and wine list…read more Open for lunch it is a perfect spot for business lunches or romantic dinners, very open so full of light in the day, it is located in the heart of the city center. They also have a good value tasting menu, that I recommend if you're hungry. Very nice and helpful staff. The owner is always available to suggest dishes or wine combinations

Really incredible cafe. I ordered both a glass of lambrusco and pignoletto and they were stunning…read more I love the array of salty snacks they give u. Such a nice spot to chill and read or chat w friends. Would love to try the food!

Great local cocktail bar. The focus is gin, but my wife and I had really tasty versions of a…read moremargarita and a Paloma. Service was friendly, and the place had a modern but inviting vibe.