I went many years ago. The location and the courtesy have remained etched in my memory ever since.
March 14, 2026, my birthday. I discover that my better half is surprising me and taking me to dinner at this splendid gourmet haven. The 5 stars go to:
- Kind, empathetic, welcoming staff, knowledgeable about every single course and wine list.
- A menu with great attention to detail, showcasing both the staff and the exhibitions by artists who collaborate with the restaurant.
A thoughtful selection, just as I like it: few items, but good and of excellent quality. A few dishes, but with attention to detail, both visually and culinary.
- The chefs and co. are excellent. Behind the scenes, you never see the star of the show. They deserve one or more plaudits.
- An extensive wine list, plenty to suit every taste. The prices, well... I chose a €24 Ruche and was amazed at how it matched other, more expensive wines. This denotes a refined choice even for those with less affluent budgets.
-Prices? I think it's fair for the quality, actually, affordable for those who want to try something refined without spending a lot.
In short, taste knows no price; at Silos, there's Gusto.
Fabiano Di Carlo
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15 Marzo 2026
10,0
Beautiful venue and excellent dinner!! ❤️
Welcoming atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff. The dishes were definitely above average, sophisticated yet satisfying.
- Slow-cooked egg with mousse, beets, and porcini mushrooms
- Quail in its own stock, with beetroot
- Risotto with venison and toma cheese
- Veal crisp
- Cocoa biscuit, porcini mushrooms with robiola mousse and basil reduction
- Carasao bread trifoglie with goat's ricotta mousse, candied lemon, and dates
Alexander Midgar
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04 Marzo 2026
10,0
A modern restaurant, elegant yet informal in its atmosphere, with a friendly and empathetic staff, helpful, attentive, and never intrusive.
The menu follows fusion cuisine themes with a touch of Piedmontese tradition, and the dishes are never boring and are prepared with care and culinary skill.
The menu is, appropriately, small (5 appetizers, 4 first courses, 5 second courses, and 3 desserts), but, aside from a few must-haves (like crispy veal), it changes every two months. The wine list is very interesting, with slightly less commercial and, at times, niche labels.
There were six of us, and after enjoying the entrée, we sampled and shared several courses.
Among the appetizers, a special mention goes to the well-chosen Quail, Swiss Chard, and Mandarin Orange, while among the first courses, the Pasta with Sardines, presented "lasagna-style," was a delight for the diners.
Among the main courses, the Iberian Pluma Savoy Cabbage and Renetta Apple, a delicious dish, won everyone over: a premium cut of pork from the front of the loin, near the neck. The Mediterranean Octopus, enhanced by Curry and Jerusalem Artichoke, was equally impressive.
The desserts concluded with a Panna Cotta with Grape Must, Fava Beans, Tonha, and Almond Crumble, featuring a more traditional approach to appearance and flavor; a Trifoglie di Carasau with Sheep's Ricotta Mousse, Candied Lemon, and Dates, a sort of sweet tour of the Mediterranean; and, especially for those who appreciate more daring pairings, a sumptuous Coohie with Cocoa, Porcini Mushrooms, Rosemary Robiola, Basil Sponge, and Almond Cream, a perfect balance of sweet and savory, which, from the description, seemed a bit risky.
To accompany the dinner, in addition to a relaxing atmosphere and good music, there was good bread, three bottles of water, and two bottles of Asti white wine, a 2023 Sauvignon Blanc from Azienda Sciorio, an aromatic and penetrating variety with herbaceous notes of moss, citrus, and green fruits.
The evening concluded with a chat with the staff (Alice, Gabriele, and, I believe, Stefano) for a bill of €51 per person (3 appetizers, 2 first courses, 4 second courses, and 4 desserts), a reasonable price considering the setting and the overall experience.
The "essential" portions and medium-high prices suggestive of Michelin-starred restaurants make this a gourmet restaurant completely different from the countless trattorias in the bustling Vanchiglia neighborhood.
It's certainly a restaurant to visit for romantic evenings or friendly gatherings, discovering modern, creative, refined cuisine with a strong impact on both the nose and palate.
Sergio Salvato (SweeTime)
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26 Febbraio 2026
10,0