Great small Italian restaurant. I love ordering the steak because I tell my German girlfriend it is…read moreexactly what an American dreams about when ordering food in Europe. The freshness is amazing and the taste is something that can't be described.

I researched and found this place had gluten free pizza. Yeah. I called prior to ask when they…read moreclose for the afternoon. 230 they said. Arrived at 2pm as they closed. "Sorry. We close at 2pm." "But I just called. You said 230". "Sorry. It must have been a misunderstanding". F you. And I'm still hungry.

Considering we were headed to the Italy the following day, I was amused (and a bit confused) when…read moreour local host brought us to dinner at Padellino. That being said, it was a fun Italian meal complete with good food, wine and excellent company. There are two sections of the restaurant and our large group occupied half of the back dining room which became a semi-private space. While most of our group ordered Antipasti, soup and salad, I just focused on my entree, a baked pasta dish (Penne Paesana mit Fleischsoße und Béchamelsoße). The restaurant has a warm and inviting atmosphere with an interesting mix of art and seating. The focal point of the main dining room is wood beams and a series of masks on one wall. Fitting since we were there during Carnival season. Service was fine and when we had one hiccup (they prepared the wrong fish dish for a couple of our diners), they realized the mistake prior to serving the meal and corrected it quickly. While I prefer to enjoy local cuisine when I travel, this was a good option in the old city. Rating is really 3-1/2 stars.

From the owner: Gehobene italienische Küche - In Ettlingenweier seit 1993read more