01/05/2026: Unassuming exterior and interior. Easily passed by. The food was good (one had cod and the other lamb). The most delicious Panna cotta so far. The service was attentive to the situation the whole time. The restaurant seemed to be popular with locals. On May Day Eve -26 the only tourists R&J
17/04/2026: We stumbled upon this trattoria by chance. The outside wasn't particularly impressive, but given the time, we decided to go inside. Once through the small pergola and inside, we found ourselves immersed in an atmosphere of times gone by, intimate and captivating. The two small rooms had large, well-spaced tables, a classic table setting, and were immaculately clean. The friendly and courteous staff subsequently proved attentive, fast, and professional. Opening the menu, the real surprises began: both meat and fish, presented in a traditional yet unconventional manner and presented with a certain "choreography" on the plates. We began with the appetizers: chicory with fava bean purée and crusty bread, appetizing in its simplicity, and asparagus flan with crispy pancetta and Parmesan fondue, a truly exciting "palette" of flavors for the palate. Next came Lucanian-style involtini, perfectly cooked, for the quality of the ingredients, and for the flavor of the tomato that pleasantly enveloped everything. The grilled beef tagliata with coarse salt and rosemary confirmed the attention to ingredients and the skill of the kitchen; the side dishes, baked potatoes and sautéed chicory, were splendidly reminiscent of grandmothers' cooking. The wine list was extensive and unpretentious, with a national flavor, including a number of rosé wines; the bread basket was interesting with its various baked goods, some original, but the presentation could use more attention. Congratulations!!!
It's true that "the habit doesn't make the man"; just one piece of advice to everyone: GO, don't miss out! We'll definitely be back to try the artichoke ravioli with Lucanian black pork cheek and Moliterno pecorino fondue, the beef cheek braised in Aglianico wine and mashed potatoes, and the ricotta mousse with caramelized figs and almond crumble. We'll be back again to discover other gems from this treasure trove of Lucanian cuisine. Braised!
Marisa and Marco