18/04/2026: If you're looking for the true soul of Liguria, this trattoria in San Desiderio is a must-see. As soon as you step inside, you're enveloped in a magical, bygone atmosphere: the place is beautiful and meticulously crafted.
It's a small museum of memories: the beautiful tube radios that decorate the rooms, the old birdcages, and the many antiques that tell the story of our region are all beautiful. It's more than just a restaurant; it's a place that warms the heart.
The food is a triumph of traditional Genoese cuisine: authentic dishes, expertly prepared with the finest ingredients. The service was impeccable: the staff were kind, attentive, and highly knowledgeable. A gem on the hills above Genoa that I highly recommend to anyone who loves quality and tradition. I'll definitely be back!
03/04/2026: We had lunch at this typical Genoese restaurant to celebrate my dad's birthday.
We ate well, I can't say otherwise, but there were some areas where it could be improved.
For appetizers, we chose panissette and cuculli, a dry and crispy fried dish, but a bit bland. The best choice was the minced raw meat, served with several side dishes.
The first courses were excellent; we tried pansoti with walnut sauce, pesto lasagna (not the smoothest, but a bit grainy, just the way I like it), and tagliolini with mushrooms and tuna, a truly beautiful dish.
For the second course, we sampled a generous and delicious fried calamari and artichokes, while the Italian-style fritto misto, which we had high hopes for, was a disappointment: for €22, it consisted almost entirely of vegetables; the only piece of meat was a 4x4 cm steak, along with a small piece of ham and cheese. Dessert was brought to us at the end of the meal, after the birthday cake: not exactly a good choice, given that one of the dish's strengths is the combination of flavors.
Overall, it was a good lunch, although quite pricey: €50 per person, but not everyone chose three courses, and we brought our own dessert. The fried appetizer, in particular, at €8, is excessive; after all, we're talking about flour and water.
The atmosphere is welcoming and familiar, and the staff was very courteous; perhaps the younger waiters need a little more experience.
There's a small parking lot at the entrance, so I suggest grouping diners in as few cars as possible.
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