Cantina Santa Giustina In Salò

20/07/2025: I'm sorry it only has 5 stars because I'd give it 20! We called at the last minute to have lunch, and they welcomed us without any problems. The atmosphere is familiar, very clean, and simple, like the osterias of old. The menu features traditional dishes and has a good selection, without being overwhelming like some places where you're faced with four hundred different options. The Casoncelli are homemade, and the filling is perfectly balanced, allowing you to taste the various ingredients in your mouth. The fresh, high-quality tartare was accompanied by two sauces. The sirloin was out of this world: flavorful, tender, and juicy thanks to the herbs in the marinade. They didn't ask how done it was, and I admit I was a little worried (I love rare meat), but it was cooked perfectly. It melted in your mouth. Excellent wine selection with a well-stocked cellar. I appreciated the knowledge of the person who brought us the wine, who also described the aromas and flavors of what we were drinking. The selection of desserts was also excellent, all strictly homemade. The panna cotta was very good, but the sorbets were also excellent. My absolute favorite was the black mulberry one with berries and gin. I could have licked the bowl, it was so spectacular. Delicious. Not at all cloying and refreshing: on a hot day like today, I admit, I would have eaten another 3 😆. I really appreciated the service: professional and friendly, with great attention to intolerances. They always made sure none of us had any allergies or intolerances. Excellent place. An experience that in its traditional simplicity captures all the complexity of tastes and flavors. Everything was perfectly harmonious and balanced. Impeccable, attentive service, made with passion and unique kindness. We'll be back soon! If you're in the area, I highly recommend it.

02/07/2025: Really nice tavern, the environment is elegant, clean and welcoming. Very kind staff, highly qualified and prepared on food intolerances; you can see that they work with passion. Finally a place where you can eat typical dishes in a gluten-free version: really excellent casoncelli. They also have tables outside: a plus for summer dinners. Absolutely adequate price. We will definitely be back!