This place is really the real deal. Authentic, Ferrara cuisine that is made with love is something…read moreworth seeking out. We had eaten here 15 years ago and stumbled upon it again. This time, there is a Michelin sign up, but that wasn't the motivation to go. It was because we remembered the pumpkin ravioli with sage and amaretto cookie, the fresh pasta with black truffle, and the wonderful, authentic vibe of this place. It's a busy place, and the elegance is just enough when paired with the working class traditional cuisine. It's a special place. And, it is tucked away in the cute medieval quarter of Ferrara. Transport yourself back and eat the way it was meant to be. Wonderful.

Wonderful traditional local food. I haven't found a place I like more! Wonderful and quaint…read morelocation and friendly staff. Italian and English menus. I love the pinzini and cappellacci alla panna. Great house vino as well. Prices are comparable to the area.

Great location near Castello Estense. Friendly and fast service. Reasonable prices and good food…read more Great for small groups and families.

Double check your receipt and check your expectations for overly welcoming service, but come and…read moreenjoy the delicious and authentic food prepared here. The interior is nicely cooled and appropriately decorated and the service is fast. One recommendation: save room for the Tagliatelle Cake (sounds weird having a cake made with pasta) but it's delicious - particularly if you like the flavor of almond liquors (e.g.: Disaronno). Think of it as a coffee crumble cake but with almond liquor instead and a crunchy nutty topping instead of coffee cake crumbles.

Solid 4/5: I would consider it a nice "non-touristy hidden gem" of Ferrara. I've been here a few…read moredifferent times and I've always had a great experience. Great "local-style" food of the region. Quality and taste is high, customer service awesome, time to wait and low cost all positive. It's all there!! Their specialty is pizza (amazing) but they also serve many awesome dishes of this unique region of Italy (pumpkin tortellini, amazing grilled beef, etc). They have a few local beers and wines on tap, but if you want Lambrusco, a specialty carbonated wine of the region, it's by bottle only. Ample seating inside the restaurant, and tables for large groups or singles/couples. However, since it's off the beaten path no one spoke English here. They are very friendly and pleasant but, expect a lot of pointing and nodding when ordering. Getting there requires a car / taxi - it's away from the town center and away from any malls. Again, 4/5: I highly recommend La Casona when you're in the Ferrara area. I've been consistently impressed by this simple neighborhood-style restaurant. Bravo Casona!!

Great food - ambiance casual - an historic place to eat in this city. Delicious pasta and meats-read more

HUGE portions. It was while eating here that I realised there was no way D and I could eat both a…read moreprimi and a secondi each, no matter how hungry we were to begin. Just wasn't happening. Which is a shame, because the food was that good. Standouts included the passatelli in brodo and the tripe. I swear the broth tasted exactly like my Nonna's broth (the passatelli themselves a bit different but good nonetheless). The tripe were like Italy's version of the Louisiana etoufee. The staff were super friendly and helpful, sending over their English speaking waitress to ask if we needed any help.

lunch, september 2016…read more side street, but easy to find. center of town. starter: fried sardines, onion confit, sea salt you can get this simple dish prepared better. but you will have to look for a long,long time. remember the time when you saved the best pieces for last as a kid? yes, that feeling. primo: capeletti. beans, fresh, with tortellini in brodo. pasta heaven. secondo: calfs cheeks. my least favorite. but still great. wished to have a mustard based sauce. it came with a -very good- avocado based mayonnaise. potatoes. cafe. prize with water, one menabrea and a delicious glass of pinot, cafe: 50 E service: super friendly! competent. felt right! great spot.

Super place... Excellent seafood with gracious service. Paid €90 for two starters, one pasta, one…read moreentrée, two desserts, and one bottle wine. Highly recommended.

Best pumpkin stuffed ravioli!!! Great service and ambience. Staff were amazing and offered the best…read morerecommendations.

The best fried anchovies in THE WORLD!!! Absolutely worth finding the place!! Small, quiet street…read more The restaurant is upstairs. The older women, a former French teacher, is a delight.. the Guinea Hen dish was a knockout. Both the stuffed raviolis (pumpkin or beef) were outstanding. And did I mention that they make the best fried anchovies in THE WORLD!!!