Agriturismo Pilati In Fiorano modenese

I'm writing this review to challenge what Mr. Cubitosi, who I'm sure was sitting at the table next to mine last night (there were only two occupied tables), wrote. Mr. Cubitosi wrote a terrible review, lacking ANY detail. Who benefits from such a review, beyond boosting his ego? Certainly not the restaurateurs who don't know what they did wrong, nor the customers who don't know what to avoid. Anyway, here's my (slightly more detailed) contribution. A very quiet and charming place, with tables outside (covered) and inside. Fixed menu. Appetizer: crostini with a slice of beef (tongue, I think) and truffle; for those who wanted it, there was a version without truffle. I'm picky about "minor" cuts of meat (mea culpa) and didn't appreciate it very much, but my five guests—a German couple accustomed to eating well and their three children—enjoyed it very much. First courses: green tortelli filled with ricotta and spinach, served with a butter and sage sauce. A classic, very well prepared; the sage had a lovely aroma. Personally, I prefer them with more spinach and less ricotta in the filling, depending on the taste. Another first course: crepes filled with zucchini and sausage; very good. Three second courses: a generous helping of roe deer fillet: delicious (perfectly cooked); beef fillet with button mushrooms, very good, though a bit on the spicy side for me; fried beef cutlet, also very good. Fresh salad on the side. Dessert: tart with sour cherries, excellent. The portion wasn't huge, but we could have asked for seconds. Second dessert, for adults only: hard cheeses in alcohol. Excellent, they took me back many years; I used to eat them as a kid. Finally, coffee and various liqueurs. Finally, there were two cats (not bothersome), which piqued the curiosity of everyone present, especially the children.

Nice atmosphere, good food and friendly owners, it's worth a try.

We went with friends and had a lovely evening. A welcoming place with staff who make you feel at home. Quality products and generous portions. We were served an appetizer, two first courses, a second course, and a side dish. Dessert was also served at the end. Drinks like wine and water were included. I highly recommend it.