L'Ottavino - osteria quotidiana In Santarcangelo di romagna

21/04/2026: A pleasant midweek dinner. The restaurant, initially deserted, gradually filled up. Excellent mix of raw and cooked dishes: fresh fish and udon were both popular. The service was quick and courteous, even when the dining room was full. The price was in line with Rimini standards, around €24 per person, all-you-can-eat. On the main street, Coletti, it can be difficult to find parking right in front of the entrance, but on the side streets or towards the sea, you can find it with a little patience. Recommended for dinner, especially during the week.

30/03/2026: Service: Service was average and not particularly friendly, but I was not expecting much in that regard, so it did not bother me too much. :) But maybe if workers were more friendlier, it could compensate the food quality. Food: We came for the all-you-can-eat option, and unfortunately several dishes were disappointing. I have had high-end omakase in South Korea and Japan, so maybe my standards are a bit higher than average, but the food here was simply not for me. Some people might say that you should not expect high quality from an all-you-can-eat restaurant. However, I have been to many buffets ranging from very basic to more upscale places, and this one falls on the lower end. Some dishes did not seem very fresh, which made the experience worse. I would not recommend this restaurant if you are used to good quality Japanese food. It feels like one of those places where the salmon arrives looking tired before you do. However, I also have seen many people visiting here and enjoying the food. If you like the food here, good for you. This review is for the people who are used to high-end Japanese food.