Trattoria Bolognini In Mapello

We visited this trattoria on a Sunday in early November for lunch, having made a last-minute phone reservation. Upon arrival, the restaurant wasn't crowded, so a reservation wasn't necessary. The place was immediately very noisy, making it difficult to hear each other at the table. For four of us, we spent about €115 for two main courses, two first courses, two appetizers, a bottle of still water, a quart of house red wine, two desserts, and three coffees. The appetizer (a selection of cured meats) was good, but one of the first courses (tagliatelle with hare ragù) was a bit too salty, as was one of the main courses (braised beef). The other main course was a tagliata, which we had requested well-done, but it arrived rare and was returned a bit red. The staff, however, was friendly. Oh, and the desserts were very good!

I WAS THERE ON SUNDAY FOR LUNCH...WITH FRIENDS...AND WE HAD A GREAT TIME.

We had lunch according to the menu, as we were a large group. The appetizers were tasteless, except for the quiche, which was truly well-prepared. The blueberry and mushroom risotto was excellent, and the scapinocc were good. Unfortunately, the main courses weren't up to par: two different meat dishes, which actually looked the same, served with two different sauces. But they were cooked terribly, and the slices were dry, resembling wooden strips. Only the fact that they were very thin, a flaw in itself, made them edible. Indeed, when it came to second helpings, the slices were pink and quite soft, if not particularly flavorful. We didn't like the desserts. The portions aren't generous, but they always come with second helpings. Which seems like a good solution to avoid waste and please those with a bigger appetite. I would suggest paying more attention to portion distribution. The first courses were also generous, so they could be kept to a minimum for the last courses. A couple of us were left without risotto, and only thanks to second helpings were they able to try it, but only a small spoonful (when the first to get second helpings actually ate a second helping). The atmosphere maintains the feel of a classic trattoria, modernized with sobriety and good taste. Cloth tablecloths and napkins, tidy dishes, very clean. The landscape and surroundings are worth it.

We were there for an anniversary last week. Impeccable service and food quality. Spectacular blueberry and mushroom risotto. Excellent value for money.