Al Giass Fish & Gin In Pavia

09/06/2026: Quality products, meticulous attention to detail, and exquisite flavor. The risotto and suckling pig are both must-tries.

04/06/2026: My wife, my two children, and I had dinner at Santopalato on a Monday evening. The welcome was both unusual and honest: before seating us, they invited us to read the menu to make sure their offerings would meet our tastes. A perfect choice that immediately made it clear that this isn't just a "normal" restaurant, but a place with a strong identity. The setting appears simple at first glance, but it's actually meticulously crafted, extremely clean, and tidy. The real showpiece, however, is the kitchen: entirely visible and positioned right in the middle of the room. This element draws you into the experience even before you begin eating. We were on a true journey of flavors. We started with a fresh appetizer of monk's beard and raw tuna, accompanied by a local salami that was nothing short of stellar. But it's the meats that really show off the restaurant: we sampled a delicious, buttery tongue, an exceptional asado, and a textbook pork belly, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. To drink, in addition to water, we paired our meal with an excellent bottle from the local Montelio winery (€25). To round things off, the desserts (strictly made by the chef and of incredible quality): a panna cotta with berry jam and a phenomenal tiramisu, served tableside with hot coffee poured over it. The service was top-notch. The chef himself served us and explained each course, engaging us and even showing my daughter the steps of the preparation behind the stove. His attention and passion truly make the difference. The final bill was €168 for four. After including the bottle of wine, the food came to around €35 ​​per person. The quality-price ratio is perfectly in line with the excellence of the ingredients, the meticulous preparation, and the generous portions (we left the table feeling quite full). Highly recommended for those looking for more than just a meal, but a true experience.