Il Gatto e La Volpe In Formia

Very refined food and refined atmosphere

Welcoming place, excellent service, quality food, I will gladly return ♥️

Excellent restaurant, very kind staff

On the plus side: • Very beautiful location, with stone arches, well-spaced tables, objects reminiscent of the past, and well-organized display cases. • Outside, just before entering, there's a display case with souvenir photos of famous people who have spent time at the Osteria. • ​​Excellent wine list. • The chef knows his job well, in fact, the food is truly excellent. On the minus side: • Sorry to say, but the wait staff is "too" intrusive. They're always at the table for whatever reason; even while you're eating, you find them right in front of you, and it feels like they're looking into your mouth (or rather, it's better to remove the "seem" from the name). • The price is a bit too high for an Osteria. I understand the modernity, but in an Osteria, I expect higher prices, more affordable for everyone. • Not much choice on the menu. And when asked if carbonara was available (remember, we're in the heart of Lazio), the response was: "I already told you that's what you can order!" •• In summary: a nice place, plenty of seating, excellent cleanliness and atmosphere, excellent food and preparation by the chef, but the wait staff who are always checking on you even when you're wiping your face, and the high price of the bill make me lower the stars. It's a shame because with a few small adjustments, it could have been accessible to everyone (so if you're thinking of going to an osteria to eat a lot for little, this isn't the place for you; think carefully about your budget first).

We, a couple, booked a table very early and were the first guests to arrive. The service was flawless and the dinner was perfect. The side fish came a little late but it didn't affect the overall experience. The beef cheek is probably the best I have ever had! It simply melts in your mouth.

Il Gatto e la Volpe restaurant in Formia is a welcoming venue that combines culinary tradition with a family atmosphere. The warm and inviting atmosphere reflects an authentic style that puts guests at ease, while the dishes offer typical local flavors, prepared with fresh, quality ingredients. Frequently visited by both locals and tourists, the restaurant is a convivial meeting place, where food becomes an opportunity for socializing and shared pleasure. Il Gatto e la Volpe thus embodies Formia's gastronomic excellence, combining flavor, authenticity, and a pleasant and memorable experience.

Everything was excellent, from the appetizers to the desserts.... Very kind and attentive staff.... Extremely clean.... Average prices... it's always a pleasure to return.

A seafood restaurant where there is little seafood, seafood not for everyone, mediocre first courses, good service but the raw materials are missing

In my opinion, one of the best restaurants in Formia, with a gourmet feel, friendly staff, and exquisite food. Located on the ancient Via Abate Tosti, it offers its customers a beautiful and evocative setting. Close to the sea, near the Torre di Mola, an ancient monument that is the city's iconic symbol.

The place is beautiful, and the staff's hospitality and kindness are certainly excellent, even excessive at times. The food is undoubtedly good, the risotto in particular was truly interesting. Unfortunately, the price was higher than expected. Overall, if you're on a budget, it's an excellent restaurant.