Ristorante Pepen In Leivi

This restaurant is a real gem in this region. A very warm welcome and impeccable service. The homemade cuisine, typical of the region, was excellent. The wine list ranges from €15 to €90. We had a Chianti for €20, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Quality, price, service, welcome, location: everything was perfect. We recommend it without hesitation.

It's so nice to eat in a cave. The food is good and hasn't changed for 40 years (but it's been there much longer). The set menu includes various appetizers, two first courses, two second courses, dessert, water, wine, and coffee. €40.

Fortunately, nothing has changed since it opened in the 1960s: a family atmosphere with the classic Emilian warmth and friendliness, everything good and in just the right quantity.

Well, good, cheap, friendly, genuine, everything at its best, to return there for every occasion, even if there isn't one, let's invent it!

Absolutely incredible. One of the best meals of my life. It was a fixed menu meal that bounced between carb-style plates, meat, and fish, and all of it was a hit. They were incredibly friendly, the pacing was perfect, and they frequently checked in on us to make sure we were enjoying ourselves. The ambiance is incredible, with a beautiful indoor seating area, and if I’m ever back in the area in nicer weather I hope to be able to sit at their outdoor tables for the gorgeous panoramic views. Be aware that the fixed menu does mean a variety of dishes that may not be for picky eaters, but I’m sure they’d accommodate reasonable requests given how quick to help they were for us. If you’re lucky enough to be in the area I can’t recommend this place enough, and it’s definitely worth a road trip as well - bring an appetite, it was a lot of food!

🟡 Let's start with the location: stunning ✨ It looks like a trattoria straight out of a fairytale. The dining room has exposed stone walls, arches, and many objects that create a magical atmosphere. Each table has a candle that they light for you on the spot, and something no one ever thinks of: a chair to put your bags and jackets on so your chair doesn't get in the way. It may not seem like it, but these are small things that make a difference in making you more comfortable. 🔵 The menu: a fixed menu for 30 or 35 euros with water, bread, and cover charge included. The menu includes many hot and cold appetizers, two first courses (one meat and one seafood), two second courses (meat and seafood), and dessert. But let's get to the really important things: what we ate, and above all, how we ate. We started with the Russian salad and veal with tuna sauce, then each had a tomino cheese wrapped in prosciutto (or speck), stuffed and battered zucchini flowers, stuffed peppers, thinly sliced ​​mushrooms seasoned with oil and parmesan shavings, and fried gnocchi (lots of them 🤤) with prosciutto and cheeses—all delicious! Personally, I loved the tomini and veal with tuna sauce, but so did the gnocchi. The fried food was so well done, it didn't even taste fried. For first courses, we each had one: a trofie with pesto, potatoes, and green beans, and the pansoti in walnut sauce—both delicious. The pesto was delicious, not heavy, and super flavorful, and the walnut sauce was delicious and creamy. For second courses, we were full (because they bring so much food 🩷), but we ordered the sea bream; we really wanted to try it. What can I say? It was delicious! It was with cherry tomatoes, Taggiasca olives, and sliced ​​potatoes 🐟🦐 To finish, the dessert: it was a heart-shaped cake because it was my birthday. If you haven't already figured it out, it was delicious and plentiful!! 🟠 Finally, I'd like to leave a special thank you to the two ladies who served us, thank you! You made us feel at home and were truly kind! 🔴 What else can I say... If you had any doubts, I hope I've convinced you to try this fantastic and delicious place! Ps. There are no photos only because I was too busy eating 😁

The staff were incredibly kind and helpful, especially with special requests. The food was delicious, and the place was truly unique. Lunch at the restaurant felt like a family meal at home! Highly recommended!

Super welcoming restaurant. Friendly and helpful staff, especially when I was feeling sick due to low blood pressure, and they kindly let me lie down. Quality food and competitive prices. Excellent value. The lady also offered some excellent chocolates.

The level of hospitality and attention... congratulations. We'll be back.

Italian cuisine at its finest. Traditional and soooooooo good. We've been traveling through this fantastic country for over 20 years. We've rarely eaten as well as at this place. They offer a set menu. Ours consisted of six appetizers, all freshly prepared, each one a culinary delight. Then there were two fresh pasta dishes. For the main course, you could choose fish or meat. We had sea bream with vegetables, also indescribably good. Our daughter was able to eat everything and even got extra pasta. Of course, there was also dessert. Water, soft drinks, and coffee are included in the set menu. Sabrina, the hostess, speaks perfect English and explained and described all the dishes to us. Our daughter even received a gift at the end. An absolutely wonderful evening that we will remember for a long time, thanks to incredibly friendly hosts. A highly recommended restaurant. We sat in the cellar; from May to September, you can sit outside on the terrace. Absolutely recommended! 🇮🇹😍