CIRCUITO DEL GUSTO In Varano de' melegari

I'm giving 3 stars out of confidence because they're hardworking guys who have put themselves out there. Maybe as a pizzeria or burger joint, it's okay, but I can't judge. As a trattoria/restaurant, I'd give it less than 2 because we're just not up to scratch. They might have mistaken us for city folks, or who knows, but we're from the lowlands between Piacenza and Parma. We know all the products, and since we're also motorcyclists, we also know all the places in the surrounding hills. Yesterday, we didn't want to go far, and after seeing the ad at the racetrack, we said, "Let's try!" The 1-piece appetizer of cured meats for 1 cost 18 euros (4 slices 🤦🏻). They wouldn't even give it to us as an aperitif, so poor 🤦🏻. We already wanted to leave, but since we ordered tortelli, we thought maybe they'd make up for it. The trio of tortelli was good, but for 9 of us, we didn't even sit down at the table. The desserts were from a pizzeria, nothing homemade or hilly like homemade or bakery cakes, but they were still good. A half-pint of white wine in a carafe, a beer, and two coffees were €86. It would have been nice if they'd brought food, since everything was more or less good, but we woke up hungry for €86. Given the quantity, we refused to order a second course! You can't do everything, guys. Either you go for a trattoria-style meal (not at these prices/quantities, otherwise they'll crush you) or you go for a pizzeria and hamburger joint, which is fine.

Dinner with friends, after a long time since I'd made a promise to go (and one I couldn't break!). The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, inspired by the motoring history of Varano de' Melegari. The service is always smiling and prompt, making you feel immediately at ease. Five of us had pizzas: excellent crust, not too salty, generous toppings, but just right. One of us tried the trio of homemade tortelli, made according to the season, and was pleased. I found a real treat, which I'm crazy about: the caramelized onions, excellent and always homemade. To finish, I recommend the fantastic tiramisu. What more can I say? You can successfully combine a clear passion for your craft and enthusiasm with dishes that make you want to return. Thanks for the wonderful evening!

Dinner at the pizzeria was really OK

I returned and found the place and management much better than previous visits. The owner was kind and courteous, and the food was always good.

Family lunch, some errors in the service, such as cold French fries, first courses arriving after everyone had finished pizza and sandwiches, perhaps due to excessive crowding!! First course with overcooked pasta!! Appetizer of cold cuts Good

Delicious food, friendly and cheerful people. They even lent us their stapler!

Just a stone's throw from the Varano circuit and the Dallara Academy, you'll find simple dishes, as well as pizzas, burgers, and gourmet fare—something for everyone, all in the spirit of motorsports.

Five stars aren't enough! I was at the Varano circuit last weekend for a round of the Polini championship, and by chance, my rider and I decided to try and book a table, even though our arrival time was 10:30 PM. We ate deliciously and quickly, and the staff was all delicious, friendly, and kind. We were so satisfied that we returned the next two nights. I personally had the salad bar, pizza, and pasta, and everything was delicious. The same goes for the beer. I tried the three draft beers, and they were delicious too. And then there's the bitter "limoncino," a must-try. One thing is for sure: if we return, the place we'll definitely eat will be Circuito del Gusto. Just steps from the track.

Excellent appetizers, good first courses. Courteous and friendly staff. Pricey, but fair.

Nice people, very nice place and above all quality food ✌️👍