14/11/2025: A restaurant in the center of Modena, nestled in a narrow street reminiscent of a narrow alley, with a splendid and unexpected view of the Ghirlandina. Inside, the elegant, contemporary, minimalist style dominates. The service is immediately attentive and courteous, as well as thoroughly professional.
We begin with a small amuse bouche (we appreciated the gesture more than the dish itself, which we thought should have been avoided) followed by a delightful and tasty selection of breads, focaccias, and breadsticks. Among the starters, the scallops certainly stand out, which, combined with the vegetables, wafer, and sauces, deliver a rounded yet delicate shellfish flavor. The salmon marinated in beetroot juice is also exceptional, with tzatziki made with samphire and fennel, which unexpectedly prolongs the delightful sensation of the fish. The egg with panko and asparagus is perhaps more of an exercise in contemporary cuisine, less memorable but excellently executed. The octopus and potato lasagna with caper mayonnaise was excellent, giving the dish its unique character. The tagliatelle with wild boar ragù was also truly intense and flavorful, but in my opinion, it didn't quite reach the level of the pork saddle, which remained tender and juicy, with a fatty and comforting flavor that was never cloying. The crispy snow peas were a fitting accompaniment. The lamb tagliata is recommended for those who don't appreciate the irony of lamb, which I find a bit too delicate, but definitely delicious. The zuppa inglese and crème brûlée were also good, as was the pumpkin ice cream. For four of us, for two courses plus dessert each, including a bottle of wine, water, coffee, and service charge, we spent €54—well worth it!
12/11/2025: We had a very nice dinner.
The interior is very well-kept. We sat in the second room where no one was present, so we could chat without having to shout since the first room was full. On the wall, there were lots of funny pictures, all egg-based.
Fast and precise service.
Very good food; we had two appetizers, two first courses, and one dessert. All very good.
The outdoor seating is certainly very nice in the summer, but if there's a lot of people passing by, given the narrowness of the alley, it's not the most comfortable, at least not for a meal. For an aperitif, they're definitely the best places.
Highly recommended for romantic dinners.
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