Ristorante Papillon In Chieti

Welcoming and friendly place, the owner who served at the table

Visiting Tornareccio for honey and mosaics, we stopped for lunch at this restaurant, which I'd bookmarked for its good reviews, just outside the town. The dining room was so-so, set up for events but a bit anonymous, but the food was truly good and plentiful, especially the chitarra al ragù, which was almost a one-course meal due to the abundance of meat (veal, lamb, and pork). Truffle and sausage ravioli were very tasty and generously portioned. Industrial-style semifreddo, but well-made. The owner and waiter (perhaps his son) were very friendly and efficient. The cover charge was a bit high for the standard of the place, but perhaps justified by the cloth tablecloths. Overall, the prices were fair. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.