A great lunch spot for the authentic Trieste meal of boiled pig parts. We chose our own mixed platter, with sides of pickles, mashed potatoes, and fantastic warm sauerkraut. And of course a beer. We sat outside on the patio, and the food came quickly, with friendly service.
Charlie Melvoin
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05 Luglio 2026
10,0
Nice location, food was okay, but nothing more. Prices were rather high.
Georg Estelmann
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27 Giugno 2026
6,0
If you want to understand the unique Austro-Hungarian soul of Trieste through its food, Buffet da Pepi is an absolute mandatory stop. Located right in the center of the city, this historic institution is famous for a reason, and it does not cater to the faint of heart.
On our visit, all the coveted pavement tables outside were completely packed. While we initially wanted to sit outdoors, being seated inside turned out to be a blessing in disguise. The interior gives you a front-row seat to the action: you can watch the masters at work behind the counter, carving up their signature slowly boiled meats.
We ordered the mixed meat plates, which feature a spectacular, no-nonsense mountain of traditional boiled pork. You get a bit of everything—various cuts of perfectly tender pork, rich sausages, and flavorful salamis, all served with sharp mustard and freshly grated, sinus-clearing horseradish (kren).
There is no denying it: the food is heavy. It’s rich, fatty, soul-warming comfort food that dates back to the city's imperial past. But despite the density, the quality of the meat and the sheer tradition of the preparation make it an absolute must-try when in Trieste.
Viktor Sz
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26 Giugno 2026
10,0
We've been lucky enough to take our Vespa trips to Pepi's twice already. It's a great place to get a ham roll and a Coke.
fritz kager
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12 Giugno 2026
10,0
Very good trieste buffet , good food , sausages and pork with sauerkraut
Approved !
Simon Lautier
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11 Giugno 2026
10,0
Ideal for a typical Triestine mixed meat platter. The sopresa was the highlight for me.
Friedrich Cerny
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10 Giugno 2026
8,0
A FOODIE’S FIND OF A HISTORICAL LANDMARK OF A RESTAURANT 🏛️🏛️🏛️ in Trieste. Reportedly a restaurant before Trieste was even part of Italy, it opened in the late 1890s when the city was still an enclave within Austria-Hungary.
They offer the traditional Triestino Caldaia, “buffet” of boiled meats especially pork (Porcini).
🤗🤗🤗 🤗🤗 it is a hit: one never thought how flavorful various cuts of pork and pork sausages, boiled or steamed!!! They indeed go so well with fresh horseradish (either shavings or the sauce). … the textures… WOW!
👍👍👍👍 the star of the dinner is the Special Orecchie di Maiale or pigs ears. Crunchy yet gelatinous and flavorful…. YUMMY!
A true keto dinner with Aubergines and Artichokes side dishes that only an Italian chef could cook. 👏👏👏
The indoor dining room is very well lit pleasant environment. There’s also an outdoor dining area during daytime.
Service is very good, the cook on the serving counter is particularly amiable and enthusiastically talks about what the “buffet” platter is about👏👏👏👏👏.
EXCELLENT DINNER… HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Globetrotter
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07 Giugno 2026
10,0
A typical restaurant serving traditional boiled meats: you can choose a mixed platter or individual pieces of meat. Good value. Very fast service.
Benedetta Carrara
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07 Giugno 2026
8,0
Excellent food in the heart of Trieste, just steps from Piazza Unità d'Italia. Boiled pork in every possible way:
- loin
- shoulder
- sausages
- etc.!
Mauro Brancolini
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07 Giugno 2026
10,0
Overall, a good experience. It's a historic and quaint restaurant, but I would have expected a reinterpretation of traditional dishes. The classic Trieste-style casserole is fine, but I would have expected more modern combinations. Times change, and customers are more demanding than in the past. So, given the price tag, which isn't as affordable as it used to be, I would have appreciated more variety and more sophisticated pairings, while still sticking to local cuisine.
sergio sanarica
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02 Giugno 2026
6,0