Corte Mainolda - La Cucina In Castellucchio

28/02/2026: We had lunch during a visit to a pottery market near Palazzo Te. We tried it nearby, tempted by the name (craving tortelli!)... the service was nice and friendly, and the tortelli were good, but a little small, unlike the fried bites we had as an appetizer, which were over the top but still good. I expected the atmosphere to be different... it seemed like a place for groups of people at a lakeside trattoria (wooden benches and beer posters), but overall the kindness of the owners made us feel at home :-) so for me that makes up for it all.

05/02/2026: Near the stadium, we find this pub/restaurant for true Mantua fans. The atmosphere is casual and incredibly welcoming, perfect for a quiet evening with friends or family. You'll immediately feel at home. The cuisine is truly excellent, with well-prepared and flavorful traditional Mantua dishes. But the real highlight for me was the gratin: a dish I could eat morning, afternoon, and evening without getting tired of! Truly irresistible! The quality-price ratio is also excellent, and the service is friendly. Highly recommended if you're in Mantua and want to eat well in a relaxed and authentic atmosphere.