Caffè Matteotti In Bardolino

10/02/2026: I'll start with the negative (obviously, in my opinion), which isn't a bad thing in itself; it just needs to be addressed beforehand: there's no menu, and you'll never know how much you paid for what (the receipt will simply state "full menu"). The food features ingredients of varying quality, from excellent to good/fairly good. Some dishes were a real disappointment, but the meat (which I ate) was excellent, though the quantities were a bit limited. The owner is a witty person and demonstrates a great intellect (even in his jokes and his memory). Parking is a bit of a no-go, but with luck, you can find a spot nearby (very lucky if it's peak time). The acoustics were terrible; to talk to someone sitting further away, I had to shout or lean forward, as if we were at a rave. Overall, I don't think I'll go back on my own. But if you happen to be there, choose the meat and expect a surprise bill (not necessarily a bad one, I spent €31 (€62 between me and my girlfriend) for a second course and some wine).

18/01/2026: Despite the top-quality meat and the kindness and professionalism of the waitstaff, the experience is undermined by the owner’s arbitrary pricing policy: there are no menus, and prices are decided on the spot. Portions are small, and during “broccoletto di Custoza” season you are not even served the best parts. A missed opportunity.