Caffe Mafalda In Villafranca d'asti

08/07/2025: A highly acclaimed restaurant. Piedmontese cuisine truly worthy of a five-star restaurant, with impeccable and courteous service.

19/06/2025: During our week-long vacation, we discovered a true gem – a small, charming trattoria run by an elderly Italian lady with incredible passion. We were so impressed on our first visit that we returned twice more in the following days – a total of three times in just one week! The food was simply divine – authentic, homemade, and prepared with a level of love that is rarely found these days. The antipasti in particular were an absolute highlight: a colorful selection of the finest Italian delicacies, from pickled vegetables to wafer-thin prosciutto to little homemade surprises that you won't find anywhere else. The other courses were also consistently delicious. Whether fresh pasta with rich sauces or tender braised meat – every dish was a poem. And the dessert? Simply "perfetto"! The atmosphere in the trattoria was warm, informal, and welcoming. You felt welcome, almost like you were at Nonna's house. The owner personally attends to her guests, bringing a charming blend of Italian warmth and loving austerity – you eat what's put on the table, and that's a good thing! We already miss the food (and the atmosphere!) and would come back anytime. If you're looking for authentic Italian cuisine off the beaten track, this is the place for you. An absolute insider tip that we recommend with mixed feelings – laughing because we're so enthusiastic, and crying because we can't sit there right now. 5 out of 5 stars – Grazie mille! 🍷🇮🇹🍝