La Taverna Di Pepe Di Sestito Aurelio In Squillace

We went for lunch a few days after reopening after the winter break. Only one other table in the dining room was occupied by a couple. Punctual service, an updated wine list, quality ingredients (top-notch peppers and French fries), and sincere cuisine, not grandmother-style but country aunt-style, although the truly remarkable ingredients probably deserve more care and attention in their preparation. In short, high expectations weren't fully met, but the rating was more than met. A well-kept and very characteristic location. The price was fair.

Family-run trattoria. Everything was excellent. Even the rosé wine. The appetizers and first courses were excellent: trofie with chickpeas and fennel, frizzuli with chickpeas and sausage, and the second course was excellent.

In the heart of the historic village of Squillace lies La Taverna di Pepe, a family-run trattoria with a comfortable atmosphere and a welcoming atmosphere. A generous hot and cold house antipasto with local ingredients and three specialties: sheep's milk ricotta, a potato croquette with delicate garlic and blanched local vegetables sautéed in oil. Casarecci pasta with chickpeas and slightly spicy red sausage: excellent. Affordable prices and friendly staff.

This trattoria made me feel like I was in an authentic place; its simplicity is what makes it special. Excellent food, simple, plentiful, and tasty dishes, and welcoming and kind staff.