Great Italian food and service!! Working a trade show in…read moreEssen several years in a row and have returned multiple times.

Leider so, wie man sich einen Italiener in Essen vorstellt. Einfache Holztische (????), eine super…read morenette Kellnerin und mürrische Kellner, Pizza mit viel zu wenig Salz, schlechten Meeresfrüchten und trockenem Oregano drüber geknallt. Naja, was soll man machen, in diesen Zeiten. Bienvenuti, amici - friss oder stirb. Ich bin sicher, sie haben es nicht leicht - aber ich hab es auch nicht leicht. Und 23€ für ein großes Altbier und diese Pizza ist mir einfach zu teuer (für Trinkgeld reicht es immer!!! MUSS).

The Officina is a hip Italian restaurant in Essen-Bredeney. They have a lot of space, 2 floors…read moreinside and a terrace outside if the weather allows. The restaurant is located in a courtyard, which makes it easy to walk by. The decor is modern rustic. Atmosphere is buzzing. Service is in general efficient and attentive, may get slow if the place is packed. The selection of wines is reasonable, emphasizing on Italy. Prices are reasonable as well. The food is very good and portions are not small. Selection is very good including all the classics from Italy. Daily and seasonal recommendations can be found as well. The thin crusted pizza is worth a try as well as all different pasta dishes. The spaghetti are cooked perfectly al dente. Meat dishes include beef, lamb and pork. If you have room go for the classic desserts. Prices are reasonable and they have an excellent set lunch which is really good value for money.