Papo - Torino

Fresh, simply prepared excellent fish, great service, great sommelier. You only really want three things at a fish restaurant unbeatable freshness; simple prepa... read more Fresh, simply prepared excellent fish, great service, great sommelier. You only really want three things at a fish restaurant unbeatable freshness; simple preparation; great service. This place has them all plus….astonishing desserts unique to Turin. We dare you to try the Monviso! Good value, lovely experience.

The wife and I had just finished our walking tour to Villa della Regina up the hill, in 90 degree weather, and decided we needed lunch, and a cool spot to eat a... read more The wife and I had just finished our walking tour to Villa della Regina up the hill, in 90 degree weather, and decided we needed lunch, and a cool spot to eat at. We’d seen Papo earlier and decided to give it a try. This restaurant has an all fish menu. Caviar, oysters, fish tartare, baked and fried. We ended up choosing a light meal of a seafood trio of fish tartare and a lobster sandwich with a nice rose. The service was great, the presentation was beautiful and the food was wonderful!

On a recent Saturday night, we couldn't get into the fish restaurant on via Monferrato, they suggested we try Papo Pizza nearby. We were first told no, but then... read more On a recent Saturday night, we couldn't get into the fish restaurant on via Monferrato, they suggested we try Papo Pizza nearby. We were first told no, but then seated, with the proviso we sit only an hour. Thereafter, service was fine. I had the Tentocolo pizza, with Octopus, which was fantastic, soft, but chewy crust. Husband had pizza with prosciutto and arugula, also very good. We took the remainders home in a box. Wine was 5 euro a glass; might have been better off getting a bottle for 20 euro. Surrounded by locals, with large outdoor eating area. Maybe on a weekday you don't need reservation.

Always a nice place to return to when if have that raw fish or oysters itch to scratch. A wide selection of fish that can change depending on the catch of the d... read more Always a nice place to return to when if have that raw fish or oysters itch to scratch. A wide selection of fish that can change depending on the catch of the day: you can check the pieces you'd like directly at the counter and have them prepared to your liking (i.e. raw, steamed or grilled). This is not a Japanese place, so you'll find fish served the Italian way. Usual competent selection of wines, a bright relaxing atmosphere and unobtrusive music that allows you to have a conversation. They also have a heated patio in the pedestrian Via Monferrato in front of the restaurant. Very recommended

We visited in January when they had only been open a short while. They'd obviously started on the front foot because the food and the staff were all perfect. Th... read more We visited in January when they had only been open a short while. They'd obviously started on the front foot because the food and the staff were all perfect. The wine was very good, too, and reasonably priced.