All'antico Nonzolo In Trieste

Invited by friends, we reach the restaurant: after an endless search for a parking spot (a fairly common occurrence in Trieste), we find ourselves in front of the place and... from the outside, we don't really get the restaurant vibe; it looks more like a bar! Upon entering, with the counter to the right and a table and chairs to the left, we're directed into the single dining room, furnished in a homely, rustic style in some respects, with seating for about thirty. The table setting is unpretentious, the water is sparkling, but the service is friendly and pleasant from the owner, who remains a character. The menu is scrumptious, featuring mostly seafood dishes with limited options for those who aren't seafood lovers. The food is presented in a homely manner, generous, and authentic. In our case, we were served appetizers (sardoni in savor, creamed cod, hand-cut cooked ham, scallops), two first courses (pasticcio al ragù and spaghetti with shrimp tails), and two second courses (mixed fried fish and sea bream fillet), finishing with a selection of classic homemade desserts (strudel, ricotta cake with berries, Nutella crepes). The bill, while acceptable for what we ate, was above expectations.

A true Trieste osteria, the atmosphere is excellent, and the owner Andrea is very helpful and friendly. The food is simple and tasty, with no "decorations on the plate." The prices are below average. We'll be back soon 👍

Rustic and family-friendly atmosphere. A few dishes, but high-quality. Highly recommended if you want to dine like at home and have a wonderful experience of conviviality and sharing. The host is super helpful and makes you feel at ease and pampered.

Had a wonderful meal with my friend. Excellent fresh fish, seasonal vegetables, and the best palacinke ever! The owner was super helpful and courteous, even though it was a late lunch hour... he treated us like queens. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves good, home-cooked food.