Bar Trattoria Da Antonia In Parma

A wonderful surprise tucked away in a semi-central area of ​​Parma. Traditional cuisine, local wines, helpful, friendly staff. Reasonable prices, highly recommended.

A truly traditional Parma trattoria, in a family-friendly atmosphere (in every sense of the word! Antonia's family, who opened the trattoria back in 1973, continues to passionately serve delicious dishes)! You won't find fixed menus, tasteless tourist-friendly dishes, or a "prim and proper" atmosphere here. Everything is homemade, and the menu changes daily. The atmosphere is refined, clean, and welcoming. The wait staff is fast and friendly, knowledgeable about allergies, intolerances, and celiac disease. You can also order the full menu for someone with celiac disease. My partner, who is celiac, was given gluten-free appetizers, first course, second course, and dessert, and we had no problems. Therefore, upon reservation, you can also order gluten-free torta fritta (fried gnocco). At Trattoria da Antonia, you'll feel at home, you can relax, and the food is truly delicious. The prices are commensurate with the quality and portions of the dishes. Needless to say, the cured meats are excellent, and so is the torta fritta! In short, everything was perfect for me.

Quality is absolutely unquestionable. You need clarity when the bill comes. When you're in a group, you don't pay attention to the moment, but then the numbers don't add up. And you can't control it because you have nothing in hand!

Great food, fast service, nice place

It's a shame it doesn't open on weekends.

As always the best, a guarantee

Entering Trattoria da Antonia means enjoying an authentic experience, one that warms the heart before the stomach. Here, cuisine isn't about fashion or exaggerated research, but about true tradition, memory, and respect for home-grown flavors—those that speak for themselves, needing no explanation. The feeling is immediate: you feel welcomed like family. The atmosphere is simple, genuine, unpretentious, with that rare warmth that only true trattorias can offer. It's the ideal place for those seeking Parmesan cuisine prepared as it once was, with generous portions, quality ingredients, and a care evident in every dish. The tagliolini with duck ragù is one of the signature dishes: thin and just the right amount of coarse pasta, perfectly enveloped in a rich, deep, intense, yet balanced ragù. A dish that speaks of expertise, time, and a love of cooking. Mezze maniche in brodo (meatballs in broth) are a precious rarity: an ancient, almost forgotten dish, presented here with great respect, enhanced by a genuine, fragrant, and enveloping broth, capable of transforming simplicity into excellence. And then, of course, come the cappelletti in brodo (toasted cappelletti in broth): authentic, flavorful, prepared as tradition dictates, with a long, deep broth that comforts and brings to mind family lunches and celebrations of yesteryear. Behind this extraordinary cuisine are Federica and Giovanna in the kitchen, the true pillars of the restaurant. Expert hands, great professionalism, and a rare sensitivity in preserving and enhancing traditional recipes. Every dish that leaves the kitchen bears their signature: balance, flavor, and absolute respect for the raw ingredients. In the dining room, the experience is impeccably completed by Matteo and Dary, attentive, friendly, and always discreet professionals. Their way of welcoming and accompanying guests contributes significantly to creating the familiar, relaxed atmosphere that makes the meal even more enjoyable. But all this wouldn't be possible without dear Antonia, the true soul of the place. It's thanks to her vision, passion, and humanity that this trattoria has become much more than just a restaurant. Antonia has created a close-knit team and an environment where tradition is preserved, passed down, and served with pride, making every guest feel truly at home. The value for money is also excellent, more than fair considering the quality of the dishes and the overall experience offered. In conclusion, Trattoria da Antonia is a must-visit for those who love authentic cuisine, genuine flavors, and sincere people. A place where you eat excellently, but above all, you'll want to return, because here the food is made with love and the welcome is genuine.

Super good gnocchi with leek and saffron.

Welcoming, friendly atmosphere...excellent, mouth-watering Parmesan lunches... We always come back, knowing we won't be disappointed. ❤️

A first course, an appetizer shared between three, a bottle of Lambrusco between three, a dessert, and two bottles of water: €38 per person. I have no objection to the prices; it would have been better to have a menu and have time to decide. Unfortunately, this time, the "listing a thousand dishes, from appetizer to main course, without leaving time to think about the customer" approach overwhelmed us. I was willing to spend less with a little thought; if you don't have this problem, then I recommend it. The food, however, was excellent, especially the dessert. The service was too fast and there was no time to enjoy the dishes; the waiter almost took my plate away with the cold cuts still inside...