Here I am again... searching for a much-touted but never-been-before restaurant, "La Furnacella"
(It's hidden, but easily accessible, located on the north side of the bridge separating Alba Adriatica from Villa Rosa di Martinsicuro)
...a place where you walk in and feel completely at ease (when you love your job, you make hospitality a strength, and here I get the highest rating)!
We tried everything, and my sense of smell and taste didn't give me time to think about photos to share what it looked like...but to savor its deliciousness, you just have to go in person!
The aromas of a cuisine made with love, and it's our classic traditional cuisine... for appetizers, we only wanted to try the fried cheese, which was excellent; first courses: tagliatelle with truffle and porcini mushrooms, chitarrina with a sauce that speaks for itself, gnocco with sauce and stracciatella, ravioli—a delight; second courses: the Florentine steak? Served raw, that alone speaks volumes about its quality! We also tried the lamb chops and didn't even leave dessert!
When you eat and taste the quality, you feel comfortable and you're spending a fair amount? I can only say, congratulations!
The place is also very, very nice. It's a shame I didn't try it before!!!
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Returned after a while and can confirm the same top quality and kindness.
Today we had several first courses: chitarrina and homemade ravioli with tomato sauce, caprese, and amatriciana. The second course was lamb, delicious!
Excellent side dishes. Delicious fried cheese and an Italian-style appetizer.
Everything was excellent, see you soon!
Piera C.
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11 Ottobre 2025
10,0
Discovered by chance a few years ago... it's become a regular stop, a must-visit, when we return from vacation. Delicious first courses, spectacular meat. Super friendly and professional. Highly recommended.
Raffaele Agostinacchio
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27 Agosto 2025
10,0
Rustic but charming place, exceptionally welcoming and friendly owners. With friends, we dined on four platters of cured meats, pasta amatriciana, carbonara with mushrooms and truffles, and four veal loins, followed by dessert, water, and wine. The first courses were excellent, the meat was good and tender. I highly recommend this platter. €12 per person for six slices of cured meats (€2 per slice). We'll return, but not for the appetizer.
Davide
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21 Agosto 2025
6,0
Amazing to find this place tucked in the back streets, serving fantastic meat and the best truffle ravioli I’ve had in Italy. Quiet but food was wonderful.
Michelle de Kock
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02 Agosto 2025
10,0
The truffle ravioli were divine. And all the meat was of course amazing too. Quite a casual restaurant and a very enthusiastic guy running the place
Sophie de Kock
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01 Agosto 2025
10,0
An unforgettable moment!
I was fortunate enough to eat at Francesco's restaurant, and it will be an experience I'll never forget. The welcome was warm, generous, and sincere... just like the host.
But let's talk about the food: it's truly marvelous.
Every dish is prepared with care and passion, and the meat... probably the best I've ever eaten. Tender, flavorful, cooked to perfection—a true culinary masterpiece.
Thank you so much, Francesco, for this moment of authenticity, flavor, and happiness. I'll be back with my eyes closed... and my stomach already buzzing!
Mathias Vdk
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23 Luglio 2025
10,0
I must admit that before coming here, I had read some negative reviews online. But what struck me was the owner's response to the criticism: extremely kind, detailed, and professional.
This made me decide to come here with my family, and I must say, it was an excellent choice! The owners were kind, friendly, and courteous from the moment we arrived. The food was excellent, with carefully prepared dishes. The prices were very reasonable, considering the quality of the service and food.
If I were to return to the area, I would not hesitate to come here again. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a high-quality dining experience accompanied by excellent service.
Thank you so much to the owners for their hospitality and kindness! I hope to return soon!
Jessica Talotti
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12 Luglio 2025
10,0
excellent food my brother and I come here for a truly excellent dinner break, this evening we ate tagliatelle with mushrooms and truffles, a mestiere truly excellent, I especially recommend the meat, truly excellent
Mattia Cianfarano
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04 Luglio 2025
10,0
Great restaurant, family atmosphere, delicious food and very nice service 🩷 We will definitely come back!
Julia Cichosz
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20 Giugno 2025
10,0