Antica Osteria Zahrtmann In Civita d'antino

FABULOUS! I have no other words. I'm full, tipsy, and happy!

A small, intimate restaurant with very simple furnishings. The host welcomed us warmly and presented the daily menu. We opted for the three-course cod-based menu. For the appetizer, a tart with cod, potatoes, chicory, dried tomatoes, and burrata: very good and with truly balanced flavors, a great starter to start the meal. For the first course, we had tagliatelle with tomato sauce, cod, Taggiasca olives, raisins, and a pinch of chili pepper: these were truly spectacular, flavorful, perfectly balanced, and with that occasional sweet note. Truly delicious! For the second course, we had cod with honey mushrooms and pink peppercorns: this was also very good, although I'm not exactly a big fan of pink peppercorns, especially when you bite into the whole grain and the flavor completely covers the taste of the rest of the dish. For dessert, we tried dry wine-flavored donuts and a rum and chocolate leavened cake. Both were delicious. A rosé from the Trabocchi Coast was a fitting accompaniment to our dinner. All in all, €45 per person seemed reasonable, especially considering we ate a full menu, with generous portions and dishes prepared with quality ingredients.

The restaurant is located in the center of a beautiful town (Civita d'Antino). The place is a bit spartan, typical of a restaurant, but the food is good and the chef is a wonderful person. It's not expensive. Go there, you won't regret it, not only for the restaurant but also for spending a peaceful day.

Good food paired with the right glass of wine in an intimate setting, with utmost courtesy and a warm welcome. A gastronomic experience combining traditional and original dishes, courtesy of Stefania and Roberto.

Everything was very good, served with professionalism and courtesy.

Very friendly staff and excellent food 🤤😍

Striking a place by chance and discovering a culinary treasure is one of the greatest joys of travel! Being Abruzzese myself, I was curious to taste their cuisine: every town and province has its own twist, and often the "taste of home" is a very personal experience. I was pleasantly surprised. Every dish was a celebration of authenticity, with flavors that evoked family Sundays. Yet, every bite was a discovery. The cod pasta wasn't familiar because it was enriched with nettles and pink peppercorns, and the slow-cooked mutton was prepared differently than I'd ever tasted, yet its deliciousness was undeniable. It was as if I had returned home, but with the sensation of traveling to another gastronomic dimension, where the same recipes came to life with a new and unexpected twist. This place reminded me that cuisine is a living language, changing and evolving depending on who speaks it, while still maintaining its roots. If you're looking for authentic flavors, but also want to be surprised, Antica Osteria ZAhrtmann is a must-visit. Not only do you eat well here, but you'll have an experience that makes you feel at home, even when you're not at home.