Il Cavolo a Merenda In Asti

We ate very well, and the owner was very helpful and friendly.

We were passing through, exiting the highway specifically to visit Asti and grab a bite to eat. I didn't think we'd stumble upon this little gem of local cuisine. A very nice place with well-selected wines. The antipasti selection was spot on, with a lovely cut of veal with tuna sauce and a choice of round steak. The bread and anchovies were delicious, with a very pleasant "green sauce" that kept you coming back for more. The raw beef was good, although I prefer it a little more seasoned as a tartare (I think it was made to enhance the quality of the meat anyway). The agnolotti were very good, with a nice sauce that tasted more like a roast sauce than a stock. The tagliata had good flavor, albeit lacking in texture, despite the meat being a bit chewy (which I personally appreciate, if the taste is what I received). The baked potatoes were good, but the escarole was a bit bland. The only tiny flaw: the tartare wasn't really tartare, as it lacked acidity and was rather fatty (but we're really splitting hairs here). The best part, however, was that they brought the butter to the table with the tasting. THANK YOU! All in all, a really good lunch, quick service, and a welcoming dining room. I'd happily go back if only I didn't live 400 km away. Bravo, bravo, bravo.

What more does one need to say about a restaurant where both the staff and the dinners are jovial. The food was fresh and pasta just melted in our mouths. The wine selection looks informal but is well thought out.

A pleasant restaurant with good, tasty, and revisited food. The owners are friendly and super helpful.

A welcoming and informal restaurant with a pleasant atmosphere and meticulous attention to detail. The cuisine offers authentic dishes, prepared with fresh ingredients and simple yet successful combinations. Flavorful appetizers, balanced first courses, and carefully executed second courses are offered. A good selection of wines and courteous service are also available. Prices are in line with the quality offered. A great choice for those seeking a relaxed, well-prepared dinner.

great food and great atmosphere

We were pleasantly surprised by the deliciousness of the dishes and the friendliness of the staff. A very positive experience, we will definitely recommend it.

Great experience, really no complaints. Both the food and service were excellent, and the price was perfectly reasonable. Highly recommended!

Tried it on Saturday for lunch. The place is welcoming and pleasant, the staff is very friendly, helpful, and professional. I found the dishes to be decidedly delicious, made with high-quality ingredients. It was a great experience, and I highly recommend it.

We had lunch at this restaurant on a holiday. Given the large crowds, reservations are required, or at least recommended. The place isn't very large, but there's plenty of seating. The place is beautiful and welcoming, with quick and punctual service. We had a Piedmontese tasting appetizer, which was very good, especially the anchovies on crostini! The roast beef with creamed polenta was good, even if a little tough, but very flavorful; the meat was also excellent. Overall, the food was really good, definitely recommended. One note: there's no children's dish, just the classic pasta with tomato sauce or something similar... we ordered a pasta dish without anything... and we were charged the same as a "mixed" pasta dish... €14!! Now, it's true that we're in Asti, in the center, in a restaurant... but charging €14 for a pasta dish without anything seems excessive to me. A mix of what? Nothing! Oil and cheese, that seems a bit high to me. For the rest, I'd say the prices are average.