I migliori ristoranti di cucina italiana in Ferrara

20/12/2025: In two weeks, two dinners, one with friends and one with my life partner; there's a reason, and I'll tell you. The atmosphere is deliberately simple, like the typical trattorias you find in Emilia-Romagna: clean and comfortable, you feel right at home. The service is discreet, always present at the change of courses, and full of suggestions. The food is a wide selection, including typical Ferrarese dishes and expertly blended with the surrounding area. To date, I've tasted, first, Ferrarese salami pie, chef's grill, second, Ferrarese pasticcio with truffle, and "vellutata" (velvety) polenta with salami... well, gentlemen, I absolutely must return for a round of just the latter, Her Majesty the Polenta, soft and velvety, paired with a variety of toppings... I'll try them all soon. See you soon.

09/12/2025: Compliments to the chef and all his staff, who were friendly and provided a wonderful welcome, just like home. Excellent, well-prepared food, high quality. Recommended: Truffled cutlet (I won't let you post a photo) ❤️❤️

09/01/2026: Tasty, well-prepared traditional dishes, served in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Ideal for relaxing lunches and dinners.

04/01/2026: This very chic little restaurant was recommended to us, aesthetically unique and refined. We had a wonderful dinner: the raw fish appetizer was presented with the care and passion of a chef who knows what he's doing. The off-menu first course was FABULOUS, with truly thoughtful aromas and combinations. Then I said to myself, "Now a dessert would be perfect, but I'm having a hard time surprising myself after this crescendo of flavors and aromas..." Even though I was full, I decided to break the rules. The result? A SENSATIONAL dessert! For the service and hospitality, I'd say we're 6 stars! Well done, well done, well done! You deserve so many more satisfied customers like us! We'll definitely be back.

06/01/2026: I highly recommend this place, you eat well and you pay the right price, reservations are recommended because it is always full given the good food, the owner and his staff are very kind and professional

06/01/2026: For lunch on Epiphany we ate divinely, appetizers, meat and first courses were delicious and well cooked, fair price, the owner and the waitress were truly hospitable, I recommend booking. Well done

16/01/2026: A well-known restaurant in Ferrara that I found overrated compared to my high expectations. Personally, I find the menu rather boring and repetitive, almost always featuring only fish, and therefore it's not to my liking. The service, unless you're a known and loyal customer, isn't particularly attentive. The open space overlooking the street is interesting, especially in summer and fall. Recommended but with reservations; it's definitely a place that could improve, especially in terms of value for money. The reservation service could be improved.

06/01/2026: Disorganized bookings; they don't answer the phone. We went on the first night, recommended by the hotel, and were told at 7:00 PM that without a reservation, we couldn't get in. A table for two was provided. The next day, we tried to book from the morning, even through the hotel, but they didn't answer. That evening, we tried to stop by and were turned away a second time, saying we couldn't have dinner without a reservation. How to book this restaurant remains a mystery. I'd say I'll never try again.

19/12/2025: A large cup costs €5, which is reasonable given the good location and the amount of ice cream inside. The ice cream is very good, the place is clean, and the staff are very kind.

09/11/2025: Pumpkin and tenerina ice cream! The perfect combination.

26/01/2026: A sublime lunch, excellent first courses, and special meat. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Prices are reasonable for the top-quality ingredients used. We'll definitely be back.

19/01/2026: We had a great time overall and will definitely return.

31/01/2026: Everything was top notch and tasteful, I'll be back, thank you very much!

18/01/2026: I found it by chance after reading the reviews and looking at the photos of the dishes. This time, let's start with the things I didn't like the most: the lighting in the restaurant was disappointing, with ineffective lights. The space is also a little cramped, but it's manageable. From here on out, only positive things. The menu isn't overwhelming, so you can't get lost. There are 5-6 choices for each course, traditional Ferrara dishes and a few different options, including meat, fish, and vegetarian options. I tried the creamed cod with chickpea cream, pumpkin tortelli, and salami for sauce. Not much to say, the dishes were good and well-prepared (perhaps I would have preferred the ragù for the tortelli to be different: the pieces of meat were large and the sauce a little runny, but that's a minor detail). Special mention for the service! The waiters were kind and attentive, smiling and pleasant, and they also gave us effective advice. Truly excellent. If I were to return to Ferrara, I would definitely return here.

24/12/2025: The atmosphere is truly beautiful. The food is excellent, with an off-menu option that changes weekly. The staff is young and knowledgeable. You can also go for an aperitif!

15/12/2025: Beautiful dinner, the food is really good and the staff is kind and attentive.

29/12/2025: My Saturday night at Rifugio degli Artisti is top notch, with karaoke and dancing, delicious pizza, and top-notch service. I remember Giulia's name, for example, who was very kind and welcoming to us customers. Thank you, Rifugio!!!

29/12/2025: It's really very beautiful, suggestive, the staff is excellent, we went with the family, I recommend it, it's for everyone, from the youngest to those more like me😅... Everything is excellent❤️, even the bill💯

20/01/2026: Our favorite dog-loving vacation. Thanks to the "Dog Sport Experience" event, every year we get to spend a vacation in a dream location, where both dogs and children find their space for a fun, relaxing stay with plenty of different spaces to enjoy! See you in June! ❤️

10/11/2025: It's a fully equipped seaside campsite (during the summer). Sea, lake, pool, all sorts of activities, shows and entertainment with qualified entertainers, and even a riding stable where you can go horseback riding in the countryside.

03/01/2026: We had lunch for 2 days. The family atmosphere feels like being at Mom and Dad's house, but with the added professionalism of the dishes offered and the recommended wines. The food quality is excellent.

31/12/2025: Complete New Year's Eve dinner. Excellent! Very kind and helpful staff, 5/5 ⭐️

06/01/2026: An exceptional lunch in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with impeccable service. The pumpkin-filled cappellacci and the trio of boiled meats were exquisite, and the zuppa inglese was also very popular. Highly recommended!

31/12/2025: Excellent food, very friendly staff. Highly recommended.

03/02/2026: Congratulations...everything was really excellent!

02/02/2026: We had lunch yesterday, they were truly friendly and professional. I think it was one of the best lunches I've had in Ferrara. You deserve at least a Michelin star... truly excellent, and everything was perfect down to the smallest detail. Definitely worth returning.

12/12/2025: The restaurant is strategically located on the waterfront, and the interior is very tastefully designed and charming. The dishes are sophisticated and very interesting, and above all, delicious. The service was very professional, friendly, and attentive, and even pleasant to chat with. The price was also quite fair. I'll definitely be happy to return.

08/12/2025: Family atmosphere, excellent seafood, everything very good. Prices in line with the service offered. Recommended.

19/01/2026: I ate a very good pizza, light and very digestible, and a second course of both white and red mussels, very good.

17/01/2026: It's been a while since we've been here, it's been good ever since. I'd recommend the Tyrolean skewers appetizer for those who love shrimp with speck. Then the exceptional deconstructed shrimp cochtel. Well, look around and you'll want to try every dish.