Emilia Restaurants
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1. Cibo Pasticceria
$ | |Just a handful of steps from Modena's beautiful cathedral, this lively place serves coffee, juices, fine wines by the glass, and lovely little sandwiches. But perhaps it's best to come here for a sweet, as they are luscious and delicious, and they're all made in-house.
Corso Duomo 19, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, 40100, Italy059-3966345Known For
- The short but well-priced wine list
- Tiny sandwiches, often on multigrain bread
- Their cannoli
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2. Danilo
$$ | |Honest cooking doesn't get much better than this: host Danilo has been at the helm for decades and oversees his restaurant with a keen eye and great spirit. The food here is local, terrific, and unpretentious. There's a reason why locals swarm here, and visitors as well. Regional favorites like tortellini in brodo, or tortelli stuffed with pumpkin (all pasta made in-house), and bollito misto are on the menu, as are many things with that local product (balsamic vinegar). If you can possibly, do have one of the fab cakes or desserts.
Via Coltellini 31, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, 41121, Italy059-216691Known For
- Il filetto all'aceto balsamico (beef fillet with a sumptous balsamic sauce)
- Well-priced wine list
- Attentive and courteous staff
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Reservations essential -
3. La Forchetta
$$ | |Sicily-born Parma transplant Angelo Cammarata makes magic in his small eatery on the ground floor of a 16th-century palazzo, where the menu teems with Parma classics as well as modern takes on Sicilian dishes. Creatures from the sea play a starring role—try the terrific starter of blanched shrimp. The “Duchessa di Parma” (chicken breast stuffed with Parma ham and cheese) weds beautifully with marsala sauce. The interior is sleek and minimal with exposed brick complementing the pale, muted gray of the walls.
Borgo San Biagio 6/D, Parma, Emilia-Romagna, 43121, Italy0521-208812Known For
- Cozy interior
- Great fish dishes
- Lip-smacking cannoli
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner Sun. -
4. Mon Café
$$ | |Locals love this lively café because it does just about everything and does it well, beginning at 7 in the morning with excellent coffee and tasty breakfast pastries and ending long after dark with aperitivi (aperitifs), cocktails, and dinner. The fairly limited menu includes Italian tapas and starters and mains with vegetarian and fish options. The place comprises two rooms, showcasing temporary art enhanced by subtle lighting, and there are tables outside. The wine and cocktail list is winning, as is the service.
Corso Canalchiaro 128, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, 41121, Italy059-223257Known For
- Fresh fruit cocktails
- Excellent breakfasts and service
- Atmospheric interior
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner Sun. -
5. Tabarro
$ | |Convivial, lively, and full of locals, this favorite little wine bar on one of Parma's main drags has a couple of keg tables outside, a few stools on the ground floor, and several more small tables upstairs. The menu is based largely on cheese and pork products (equine as well: people in this part of the world like to eat horse) and is designed to pair with, and accentuate, the fine wines on offer. There are plenty of seriously good Italian wines to choose from, and there are also a fair number of French wines and labels from across the rest of Europe. Genial proprietor Diego Sorba jettisoned his academic career (he has a PhD in Irish literature) to follow his true calling: wine and food.
Strada Farini 5/b, Emilia-Romagna, 43100, Italy0521-200223Known For
- International wine list
- Delicious crostini
- The ebullient host
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch weekdays -
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6. TCafè
$ | | CoffeeThe beauty of TCafè is that it does just about everything: the festivities begin with breakfast and end with an evening aperitivo. Locals flock to this place, which once housed the aristocratic Dalla Rosa Prati's art collection, to catch up on gossip, and have lunch, which offers local specialties (among them plates of mortadella and culatello), a soup of the day, sandwiches, and tasty salads like the one with smoked duck breast. The lengthy wine list includes something for all tastes, as does the equally extensive list of artisanal beers.
Strada al Duomo 7, Parma, Emilia-Romagna, 43121, Italy0521-386429Known For
- <PRO>wide-ranging menu</PRO>
- <PRO>long opening hours</PRO>
- <PRO>lengthy list of wines and beers</PRO>
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7. Aldina
$$ | |On the second floor of a building across from the covered market, steps from the Piazza Grande, this simple, typical trattoria is in the very nerve center of the city. Here you'll find exemplary preparations of the region's crown jewels: tortellini in brodo, tagliatelle al ragù, and roasted meats. Wash it down with Lambrusco, as locals have for centuries, and save room for the zuppa inglese (layered sponge cake with custard), which is terrific. The kitchen also puts a contemporary twist on classic dishes. It's highly popular, so even arriving early at lunchtime you'll probably have to wait in line (they don't accept reservations at lunch); or, book a table for Friday or Saturday night.
Via Albinelli 40, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, 41121, Italy059-236106Known For
- Inexpensive regional food loved by locals
- Authentically old-fashioned character
- Tortellini in brodo
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. in Aug. No dinner Mon.–Thurs. -
8. Archer
$ | |Bibliophile proprietor (she named her establishment after a Henry James heroine) Marina Bersani presides over this sleek wine bar. High ceilings provide plenty of places to store her vast collection of unique wines, and the short-but-sweet menu offers lots of traditional classics like affettati misti (sliced, cured pork products), as well as cheese plates.
Via Cesare Battisti 54, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, 41121, Italy059-237656Known For
- Unique wines
- Crostini for snacking
- Outdoor seating
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and 3 wks in Aug. -
9. Hosteria Giusti
$$$ | |In the back room of the Salumeria Giusti, established in 1605 and reportedly the world's oldest deli, you'll find just four tables in a room tastefully done with antique furnishings. You'll also find some of the best food in Emilia-Romagna—perfectly executed takes on traditional dishes such as gnocco fritto (fried dough) stuffed with pancetta or prosciutto, and anolini in brodo di Cappone (pasta in possibly the most fragrant broth in the world). If you're tempted by too many things, half portions may be available. Just leave room for dessert, especially la tazzina: a cup bursting with chocolate, anise, and egg. The wine list is divine, as are the staff. Reserve well ahead.
Via Farini 75 and Vicolo Squallore 46, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, 41121, Italy059-222533Known For
- Gnocco fritto with prosciutto
- Cozy setting
- Popular and pricey
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Mon., Aug., and Dec. No dinner, Reservations essential -
10. La Filoma
$$ | |The dining room here evokes the turn of the 19th century with its high ceilings, chandeliers, and damask drapes. The food shines, from the classic anolini in brodo di manzo e cappone (a local variation on tortellini in brodo) to the exquisite roast veal stuffed with prosciutto and Parmigiano-Reggiano. The friendly staff and a terrific wine list add to the enjoyment.
Borgo XX Marzo 15, Parma, Emilia-Romagna, 43121, Italy0521-206181Known For
- Regional specialties that don't break the bank
- Parmigiana di melanzane (eggplant Parm) and other vegetarian options
- Excellent wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed. and 10 days in July, Reservations essential -
11. La Greppia
$$ | |Little-known by tourists but popular with locals in the know, this small and select restaurant just down the street from Palazzo della Pilotta in the historic center offers up traditional Parmesan cooking with stylistic flourishes. The chef has a nice touch with classics like anolini ripieni di stracotto in brodo di cappone (dumplings stuffed with stewed meat in a capon stock) but also prepares innovative dishes. Though the dessert tray delivers stunners like a ricotta and pear pie, you might want to simply ask for Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, carved from a big wheel. Service is personal and friendly, in part because the place is tiny, and the unpretentious surroundings keep the focus on the food.
Strada Garibaldi 39, Parma, Emilia-Romagna, 43121, Italy0521-233686Known For
- Impeccable service
- Good gluten-free choices
- Superb antipasti and desserts
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Thurs., Reservations essential -
12. Osteria Francescana
$$$$ | |Chef-proprietor Massimo Bottura has done stints with Adrià and Ducasse, takes inspiration from music and literature, and pours all these influences into creating some of the fanciest plates in all of Italy while remaining true to his Modenese roots. The restaurant contains only 12 tables and although it's possible to order à la carte, most everyone opts for the 12-course tasting menu with the accompanying wine pairing. One signature dish is 5 stagionature di Parmigiano Reggiano (five “stages” of Parmesan, served in different textures and temperatures). Decor and atmosphere are muted (except for splendid floral arrangements). Reservations are not only essential, but must be made months in advance, online and at the beginning of the month.
Via Stella 22, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, 41121, Italy059-223912Known For
- A reverential atmosphere
- Five stages of Parmesan signature dish
- Reservations required months in advance
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Mon., and 2 wks in Aug., Reservations essential -
13. Ristorante Parizzi
$$$ | |Chef-owner Marco Parizzi is the third-generation cook in this elegant restaurant, originally his grandfather's salumeria (delicatessen), where he now serves a mix of Parmense classics and contemporary creations. The anolini alla parmigiana in brodo di manzo e gallina (pasta with Parmigiano-Reggiano in broth) is a more typical dish, while the faraona in crosta di frutta secca (guinea fowl cooked with dried fruits and mushroom sauce) is a flight of fancy. Alongside the à la carte menu, there are two tasting menus with a meat or seafood focus (both with a parmigiano tasting course), and a wine list with a section of "Rarità" collected by the two elder Parizzi.
Strada della Repubblica 71, Parma, Emilia-Romagna, 43121, Italy0521-285952Known For
- Special menu with white truffles from Alba in autumn
- Inventive tasting menus
- Affordable, well-curated wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Aug., and Jan. 8–15, Reservations essential -
14. Trattoria Ermes
$$ | |Mercurial host Ermes Rinaldi greets you as you walk in and seats you wherever he happens to have room: it doesn't matter that you might be put with people you don't know, since the host feels this quasi-communal style of lunching encourages conviviality. In the kitchen, Bruna, Ermes's wife, turns out splendid versions of cucina casalinga modenesi (home cooking, Modena-style). Ermes recites the short list of primi and secondi on the set-price menu, which change daily and arrive promptly. The accompanying wine is local, simple, and inexpensive: most stick to Lambrusco. It's no surprise that this rough-and-ready place is favored by everyone from suits to construction workers to students. Come early to get a table, and note that bookings are not accepted.
Via Ganaceto 89–91, Modena, Emilia-Romagna, 41121, Italy059-238065Known For
- <PRO>popular with everyone from businesspeople in suits to construction workers</PRO>
- <PRO>primi and secondi change daily</PRO>
- <PRO>slapdash service</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner, No credit cards
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