trattoria da renato In Sotto il monte giovanni xxiii

12/10/2025: One of the best canre restaurants I've been to

11/10/2025: I visited this restaurant a couple of weeks ago, but I waited to pass judgment so I could gain a greater sense of distance. Searching for a place that offered quality cuts of grilled meat, the choice, among 4/5 appealing places, fell on the one that had the guaranteed name of the chef (Luca Brasi) and obviously... expectations at this point could only be high. A very discreet place, soft lighting, a soft atmosphere, minimal, warm and welcoming decor with a refined display of contemporary paintings on the walls. We opted for the Braseria menu for €68 (4 courses + dessert). The menu includes a tartare among the courses, but this was served, alas, flattened like a piadina, placed on a small plate (to be shared with a second diner). The meat was at times woody, dry, and flavorless... We had no complaints about the remaining courses, and we were also satisfied with the wine list (in our opinion, the bottle prices could use a bit of a price cut). For dessert, a creamy herb ice cream (excessively watery) on a bed of overly savory chocolate crumble. For a treat, we ordered two myrtle liqueurs and a limoncello, which were served in an unsuitable glass (suitable, as the waiter objected to in justifying its unusual use, also for holding fine whiskies). I don't know if our disagreement with this was reported to the chef, but it should be said, in fairness, that they were not included in the bill. The price was fair (in line with the nature of the restaurant). Overall, a positive opinion. I wouldn't rule out returning (only if invited).