Pizzeria Playa In Mandatoriccio

15/08/2025: Excellent restaurant, recommended by a local guy, and we were delighted. Excellent food, friendly staff, generous portions. Excellent value.

09/08/2025: Crossing the threshold of Ristoro del Brigante means embarking on a journey through time, where the kitchen is the guardian of ancient stories and traditions passed down from generation to generation. Here, every dish speaks of the authentic Calabria, made with simple, authentic ingredients, crafted with mastery and respect for the region's gastronomic heritage. The potatoes with red onion, golden and fragrant, recall those of peasant kitchens, where slow cooking and patience were essential ingredients. Alongside them, a generous platter of traditional cured meats—from soppressata to capocollo, from pancetta to prosciutto—reflects the bold, unmistakable flavor of traditional preparation, the fruit of ancient knowledge and natural curing that evokes mountains, forests, and pure air. All this is served in a welcoming atmosphere, where time seems to slow down, and every detail—from the rustic dishes to the friendliness of the host—contributes to making the experience a moment of authentic conviviality. Ristoro del Brigante is more than just a restaurant: it's a place where history, culture, and flavor meet, and where every bite becomes a bridge between the present and a past of authenticity, simplicity, and human warmth.