Locanda Viola - PAGAZZANO

It’s like finding a rose in a desert, one of the best, chic, elegant and sophisticated places I have seen, compliments to the chef and the wife. Always a pleasu... read more It’s like finding a rose in a desert, one of the best, chic, elegant and sophisticated places I have seen, compliments to the chef and the wife. Always a pleasure

What an amazing surprise tucked away in a small village! The food is simply fantastic — every dish is beautifully prepared with so much care, blending classic I... read more What an amazing surprise tucked away in a small village! The food is simply fantastic — every dish is beautifully prepared with so much care, blending classic Italian flavors with exciting touches from Latin America and Asia. It’s creative, delicious, and totally memorable. The vibe is just as special — the space is decorated with cool, vintage mid-century furniture that gives it a warm, stylish feel. You can tell everything has been chosen with love. I travel a lot, and honestly, this is easily in my top 5 experiences worldwide. Don’t let the quiet surroundings fool you — this place is 100% worth the visit!

There's a subtle but important difference in a restaurant between eating well and feeling well all-round. The latter encompasses the former, but also requires t... read more There's a subtle but important difference in a restaurant between eating well and feeling well all-round. The latter encompasses the former, but also requires the ability to offer a pleasant, meaningful, and memorable experience—something unfortunately rare in the high-end restaurant scene, which is often a bit cold and overly formal. Giulia and her team gave us just that, contributing with excellence to the extraordinary work of the kitchen, impeccable and culturally kaleidoscopic, so much so that our dinner was special. Two suggestions, almost formal rather than substantive: I'd put a little more attention to the mise en bouche, which could better anticipate the deliciousness that came later, and a shoutout to the chef, which is always a nice gesture to pay tribute to someone who worked so well. A top experience.

We had the tasting menu: everything was fantastic! read more We had the tasting menu: everything was fantastic!

Upon arrival, the owner greeted us with a warm smile and great courtesy. The place is beautiful, decorated in a vintage style with splendid 1970s modern furnitu... read more Upon arrival, the owner greeted us with a warm smile and great courtesy. The place is beautiful, decorated in a vintage style with splendid 1970s modern furniture. The tables are few and well-spaced, ensuring plenty of privacy, while soft background music accompanies the experience at just the right volume. The tasting menu was carefully explained to us and took into account my significant allergy, demonstrating great customer care. The wine selection was also excellent. The entire experience was a continuous discovery, capable of taking us to different countries around the world without ever losing sight of the quality and excellence of the ingredients. It was a truly memorable experience, which I highly recommend to anyone looking for something special. Thank you, Viola.