Awards 2017

12/06/2025: aperitif at sunset fabulous terrace elegant and chic atmosphere but the table service could be improved....

14/05/2025: Llegamos un poco temprano y esperábamos tomar una copa en la terraza antes de la cena. Nos recibieron en los jardines y nos registramos en ese momento preguntamos si había tiempo para un aperitivo en la terraza. Nos dijeron que estaba perfectamente bien y dirigido al hotel. En el vestíbulo del hotel nos recibieron de nuevo y nos llevaron a la terraza. El anfitrión en la terraza era extremadamente grosero y nos dijo que no había tiempo y se alejó. Estábamos confundidos y esperábamos a que volviera. Claramente nos vio esperando, pero eligió evitarnos. Nos quedamos sintiéndonos inoportunos. Finalmente, entramos en busca de alguien que nos pudiera dirigir al restaurante. Qué decepcionante comienzo de una cena por lo demás maravillosa.

12/06/2025: wow. a real michelin stars restaurant, the service was great. atmosphere was private and romantic, i couldn’t have asked for more. the food just kept coming! so fresh, so lovely.

03/06/2025: Excellent dining experience, first time at a three star Michelin. Everything was amazing; the taste/flavors, the texture, the service. A very impressive wine and water collection.

17/06/2025: A journey, an experience…. Poetry

05/06/2025: My boyfriend and I had an absolutely fantastic experience at the restaurant. First of all, it was possible to book a table on the same day - this can be difficult at a Michelin restaurant in Denmark. We ordered a five-course menu with dessert, where we left the choices to our hostess, who very competently selected dishes based on our wishes, including my boyfriend's wishes for vegetarian dishes. The service was very attentive and, for example, no food was placed on the table if we were not both present. Before each course, a glass of wine was poured, which was matched to the dish that would be served immediately after. Both wine and food were presented in a very nice and knowledgeable way and with a little story about the characteristics and origin of the wine. The wines and ingredients in the food came mostly from the local area. All in all, the food and wine looked absolutely fabulous in the equally authentic surroundings and the interior of the premises. So thank you so much for a wonderful experience to the hostess, chef and waiters, who all contributed to a wonderful memory of our holiday 🌞 We recommend the place to anyone who wants to challenge their taste buds and other senses ⭐

02/06/2025: Everything was perfect! What can I say, the salad really amazed me. A place where you can have an incredible life experience..Congratulations to everyone

01/06/2025: A Truly World-Class Experience – Refined, Warm, and Unforgettable Piazza Duomo in Alba isn’t just my favorite restaurant in Italy—it may very well be my favorite in the world. After several visits, I can confidently say this is the epitome of fine dining done right: deeply refined, yet never cold; innovative, yet rooted in nature and simplicity. The service is, in a word, flawless. Attentive without ever being intrusive, friendly yet professional, humble yet supremely knowledgeable. It’s rare—even at this level—to find a front-of-house team that creates such a consistently warm, welcoming experience. Every detail is polished, but nothing feels forced. It’s service at its most human and elegant. The sommelier stands out as one of the best I’ve encountered in Italy: non-pretentious, insightful, and genuinely helpful in guiding the wine pairing journey without overwhelming it. A rare balance that elevates the whole experience. The food is exceptional. There’s a clear focus on vegetables grown in the restaurant’s own garden, and the result is a celebration of flavor and purity. The chef’s talent lies not in theatrical tricks, but in coaxing out the very soul of each ingredient. It’s magical and honest—a thoughtful departure from the over-processed, over-complicated techniques seen in many other three-star establishments. We appreciated the health-forward approach of the vegetable-centric tasting menu, though if I had one small suggestion, it would be to include just a touch more indulgence—perhaps a dish with foie gras or lobster—to fully round out the luxury aspect. The interior is another standout: playful but elegant, bright but never garish. Every corner feels considered, and the overall effect is both uplifting and deeply comfortable—something few high-end restaurants manage to achieve. To top it all off, Chef Enrico Crippa, as always, remains humble and kind. He graciously took a quick photo and signed our menu—gestures that speak to the spirit of hospitality that defines this place. Piazza Duomo remains a benchmark for what fine dining should be: soulful, smart, and deeply satisfying. I will always look forward to returning.

10/05/2025: Very tasty food. Friendly staff! I will definitely go there again. 👍

06/05/2025: Great rustic ristorante. Not a typical Mexican, but the ribs and steak are definitely very tasty. Super friendly service. Bellissimo 👏

01/06/2025: 🇮🇹 Agli Amici - Ali Amici 🌟🌟 2 MICHELIN Stars 🍫 Passion Dessert - Outstanding sweet dishes by skilled chefs 🍴 Country cooking, Modern Cuisine - National cuisine, modern cuisine 🎗️ In today's article, we will take you to a restaurant that has been open for over 137 years and is guaranteed by the award 🌟🌟 2 MICHELIN Stars and Passion Dessert, which clearly indicates the excellence of the chef team for both savory and sweet dishes. 📃 NUOVAMENTE AGLI AMICI (175 €) SEABASS red turnip, leaves and red fruits DIRTY CUTTLEFISH caviar, basil and horseradish RISOTTO with lemon curd, mussels marinara style and sea herbs SPINY LOBSTER “agnolotti del plin“ and broth grilled tail, nutmeg, almonds and tonka bean WAGYU tangerine, fermented dates and marigold HAZELNUT spongecake sage, potatoes and sea buckthorn PLUMS chocolate and celery 📃 SUBSTITUTION FOREST white chocolate and coffee cocoa and frozen milk with porcini mushrooms 📌 Score: 👍 The best restaurants in the region Friuli-Venezia Giulia Culinary Skills & Flavours: 17/20 Wines: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Value for Money: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Technique: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Chef's Identity: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Ambience: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Service: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 📍 Visit: Nov 2024 🏠 Location: via Liguria 252, Godia, 33100, Italy 🚗 Parking: In front of the shop 🕛 Operating Time: Lunch Thu-Sun 12.15-14.00, Dinner Wed-Sat 19.15-21.30, Closed on Mon-Tue 💰 Price: 145-175 € 🧥 Dress Code: Smart Casual

29/05/2025: There are no words to describe this experience.... a journey through flavors and aromas... well done, congratulations, thank you, thank you and thank you again

29/03/2025: High-level restaurant in a very particular rural context, 'out of this world', with very few tables and a large window overlooking the illuminated valley. Very quick service, attentive to everything and kind. Taste journey in a tasty and comfortable style, with excellent pairings of refined wine. Some, very few to tell the truth, dishes not entirely proportionate in terms of taste and desserts that could be improved. The final bon bons are better. Overall, at a reasonable (not low) price, an interesting and stylish experience. Despite the criticisms added only as an incentive, they deserve 5 stars on everything. P.S. suitable for romantic dinners for two.

24/02/2025: Spinechile is a lovely Michelin star restaurant hidden in the woods just above Thiene. It was taken over from an old barn and in fact the original structure has been maintained. Inside the atmosphere is very elegant, intimate and at the same time relaxed. In the main room, there are 4 large round tables overlooking the valley below. During our lunch, we were lulled and transported by the waitress to taste the 8-course Alchimie menu. For us it was a truly unique experience and one that we recommend trying at least once.

10/06/2025: Optisch und geschmacklich hervorragende Gerichte, jedoch eher lauwarm als heiß. Service freundlich und aufmerksam wie man es in einem 2 Sterne Restaurant erwartet, jedoch ist es sehr nüchtern, wenn auch modern und stylisch, eingerichtet, sodass leider keine angenehme Atmosphäre entsteht. Hier zu reservieren ist kein Fehler, wenngleich ich hier nicht nochmals essen würde, denn es gibt in dieser Kategorie deutlich bessere Alternativen.

30/05/2025: an experience that must be done!

26/05/2025: Thank you to Giovanni Grasso for his warm and friendly welcome. We weren't supposed to eat at this restaurant, but chance brought us there, and as the chef said when he welcomed us in excellent French: "There is no such thing as coincidence, it's just that you had to come to our house!" Not only was he right, but in the kitchen, the chef and the pastry chef, whom we had the pleasure of meeting, delighted our taste buds with the gourmet menu and the fine wine pairings. So many beautiful compositions, some with an Italian touch, delighted us. A tremendous pleasure from start to finish. The wines were carefully selected by the sommelier, and they enhanced the dishes. The entire staff was very pleasant and attentive, yet never overbearing; this wonderfully rounded off the experience, making it an unforgettable memory. Take the time to discover this beautiful address, nestled in a discreet street but well worth the detour!

24/05/2025: Es una vibra positiva que hemos estado aquí. Y un poco de sabor a piemonte. Sólo un poco más alerta para las bebidas. Porque pedimos 3 veces que traigan el agua... y por todo esto fue todo bueno.

15/06/2025: 🍽 Le Calandre classico dinner course summary 🧶 starter | welcome snacks & thread of sense Before the course begins, a thread-like object is placed in the middle of the table From this point, the culinary world opens up properly Tartlets that fit in one bite, savory fried balls, and crackers are served Mini tarts with pea cream will open your appetite 📸 Thread + tartlet setting / Cuties the size of your palm 🐙 cappuccino di seppie al nero | Ink cappuccino The combination of squid ink and cream is really soft and fragrant It's like a warm cappuccino, and you eat it with a spoon It spreads smoothly when you put it in your mouth and is full of a slightly salty feeling of the sea 📸 A plate with purple + black swirls and bubbles 🍅 napul’è per alfonso iaccarino | Tomatoes of Naples It feels like Italy in one tomato Ricotta cheese and soft filling hidden inside, and basil is added on top Sunshine taste and rich tomato sauce is also art 📸 The combination of basil and tomato on top of translucent jelly, the color is crazy 🥚 suono n’uovo | Egg of sound When you hit the egg, truffle-scented mousse spreads inside The visual is cute and the texture is so good Performance composition where they give you earphones while you eat and listen to music 📸 Egg-shaped mousse dish in a transparent plate 🌾 risotto "passi d’oro" | Golden risotto A combination of saffron and licorice, a mysteriously addictive taste I took a lot of pictures because the gold dust and the details of the powder on the outside of the plate were all pretty It was doubly touching because it was connected to the art piece card I received 📸 Bright yellow risotto with powders that looked like brush touches 🍖 osso incendiato | Beef bone dish A combination of a large bone with a lot of uni + maro + caviar It's a way to scrape the contents inside the bone and spread it on toast, It's really rich and thick, and the visual is also powerful 📸 A piece of bone, toast, caviar, and uni setting 🐖 maialino, cicorie, senape e caffè | Crispy pork with coffee sauce The outside is perfectly crispy and the inside is moist meat The bitterness of chicory, the sourness of mustard, and the aroma of coffee blend together to create a deep flavor When you put it in your mouth, different flavors come out one after another 📸 Grilled meat, coffee cream sauce beautifully plated 🍓 Fruit skewer dessert Skewers with fruits and strawberries covered in sugar Refreshing and crunchy, perfect for a snack 📸 Cute skewers on a black plate 🍫 crostata calda di cioccolato | Warm chocolate tart Crispy on the outside, moist on the inside, and rich chocolate flavor On top are colorful decorations and merengue and jelly The visuals are impressive, and the taste is impressive 📸 Tart cross-section + rainbow jelly decoration 🧊 mozzarella di mandorle | Almond dessert It looks like mozzarella at first glance, but when you cut it, almond cream comes out It was a dessert that had a rich and sweet taste that stayed warm until the end 📸 White ball shape, the cream section flows out when you cut it 💚 Happy honeymoon plate & gift After dessert, a happy honeymoon plate written in green cream appeared This was really touching... It was the perfect surprise to end the trip And when I left, I got a La Calandre book and tomato sauce as a gift I felt so good because they put it in a luxurious shopping bag 🎁 📸 Message plate / book + sauce gift photo 🧡 Looking at it again, I really want to go again. Le Calandre is not just a place to eat, but an exhibition where you can eat with your senses It's a great place to go on a special day, with a special person Since it was 10 courses, I was full and couldn't eat much, so I think the chef was surprised and left, and I was so sorry But I was so grateful for the best service If I get the chance, I want to visit Italy again someday and eat the chef's food again

13/06/2025: Extraordinary in every way! Excellent food, excellent service and refined atmosphere.

24/06/2025: It's been years since I've been there and I won't make that mistake again. I'll go back at least once or twice a year!

21/06/2025: This is was a highlight lunch experience for us. Amazing fresh sea food and a killer dessert. Raw fish with cold pasta (fantastic!), steamed bass was just OK, fried sea food platter was a hit! And vanilla ice cream was the best we tried ever. Period. For wine lovers - over 1000 kinds of (mostly) Italian and (some) French wine in the cellar. Ask for a cellar tour!

18/06/2025: La mia sufficienza per l’esperienza è semplicemente legata a degli imprevisti nel servizio. Azzardata la scelta degli abbinamenti per la degustazione Miseria e nobiltà. Inaccettabile la reazione di uno dei sommelier al problema sollevato riguardo lo stato di conservazione di uno dei vini. Annotazione fatta da un sommelier altrettanto qualificato seduto al mio tavolo. Il ragazzo ha sostituito il vino ma con supponenza ha manifestato il suo disappunto senza assaggiare il vino in questione e dicendo palesemente che non era d’accordo. Mi limito a dare un piccolo consiglio a chi segue la sala: il servizio di un ristorante di così alto livello dovrebbe essere supervisionato da qualcuno con più esperienza. Ammirevole la presenza di tanti giovani ma la gestione di questi inconvenienti non può essere affidata ad un personale così giovane semplicemente perché “acerbo” nel gestire questi inconvenienti. Piccolo consiglio all’architetto che ha curato gli interni: togliamo le tende oscuranti che dopo quasi 5 ore di pranzo con la luce artificiale mandano in tilt il cervello????? Lo chef resta intoccabile.

04/06/2025: Absolutely amazing! We took the taste menu and we loved it! Every item is a master piece, a lovely tasting experience!