Gusto Toscano In Cosenza

Con Gusto: a pleasant experience with room for growth... On Saturday morning I decide to book for two people at "Con Gusto", a restaurant that already presents itself on the phone with courteous and attentive staff, ready to gather all the information necessary for the reservation. A detail that suggests a certain attention to the customer. Arriving in the evening, in front of the entrance to the restaurant, I am pleased to notice the closed door and the presence of a bell. This detail, although simple, represents in my opinion a good business card: it avoids the constant coming and going of people, maintaining a more intimate and reserved atmosphere. Inside, the room is small but tastefully furnished, revealing a stylistic imprint that goes well with the identity of the restaurant. The staff immediately appears attentive and prompt, a welcome that bodes well for the rest of the evening. We sit down and are immediately served with water, a welcome entrée and an assortment of breadsticks, bread and focaccia, all strictly homemade. We opt for an appetizer to share, two first courses, two glasses of Ribolla and a dessert, also shared. On a culinary level, the quality of the dishes does not disappoint: well prepared, refined and with evidently quality ingredients. However, at the end of the evening, a particular feeling emerges. The restaurant seems to want to emulate a "luxury venue" experience, but some details are still missing to fully achieve that distinctive identity that makes "Con Gusto" an indispensable point of reference. It is as if it were in a transition phase, where the intention is there, but the result must be refined. The bill, 94 euros for what was ordered, is within the norm, although, perhaps, a slightly lower cost (about 10 euros less) would have made the quality-price ratio more balanced. Ultimately, "Con Gusto" is a restaurant that guarantees a good level of cuisine and attentive service, but which still has room for improvement to consolidate its identity. A pleasant experience, which offers a glimpse of potential and future growth.

Great dining experience. Quality products and great service. Highly recommend