21/09/2025: I was looking for a place to have dinner without being ripped off, somewhere non-touristy, a trattoria for locals.
While I was shopping at Mr. Natale's grocery store on the nearby main road (a great man, a gentleman—I hope he keeps up his wonderful grocery business), I asked him where I could go.
He recommended O' Masto.
I reached him and was greeted by Gerardo, a big man who doesn't seem to know how to smile. His manner was brusque, making you want to say hello and turn on your heels.
And you would have done VERY BADLY.
I stopped for a superb veal salad, lettuce, arugula, black and green olives, and cherry tomatoes. A quarter liter of crisp local white wine. We added a €2 service charge (cover charge in the area is now around €2.50 everywhere, a ROBBERY in my opinion!) and I found myself paying €12 (with POS, I read another post where they talked about problems).
Generally, all prices are fair and below average.
Just steps from a central Caserta square, but away from the busy streets.
A place I'd return to every night, if only I had to stay longer in the city.
Well done everyone!
Response from the owner 4 hours ago
Thank you so much for the review. Gerardo, that's me. I have a personality that seems that way, but those who know me well know I'm a real hottie. Anyway, thank you for the review. I'll try to improve, even if it's late to change at my age, but I'll try. I hope to see you again soon. Best regards from all of us at O'Masto, and especially from Gerardo, that big guy who's a bit grumpy but still managed to make you feel at ease.
P.S. Gerardo, I wrote "seems." My initial impression was that, but then over the course of the evening, I discovered a different Gerardo. You shouldn't change, for goodness sake... you're GREAT!
I will definitely come and visit you again if I ever get back to Caserta.
07/09/2025: Discovered by chance, walking through the alleys of the city, we liked the informal and local atmosphere, sitting outside in the shade... friendly staff, there was a bit of a wait for the arancini they were very good, the pasta with sausage and pumpkin could have been a little more flavorful with some general attention to those looking for a sincere and traditional environment
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