Trattoria Salvetti

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The Salvetti family has been running this historic trattoria since 1920, and Clelia represents the third generation by offering authentic cuisine that respects tradition and is of great quality. In the two small rooms well furnished with wooden furniture, comfortable and at the same time elegant, the welcome is always with kind and courteous. The tasting menu (33€ excluding drinks) includes an aperitif with tuma gonfiotti di Paroldo and local cured meats, a choice of appetizers such as veal tonnato all’antica maniera, classic Russian salad, seasonal vegetable flan, and finally a real treat, cod mantecato with potatoes, chickpea cream and small chestnut crepe. Among the first courses: ravioli del plin and tasty tajarin with alpine butter and hazelnuts. Among the main courses are several meat dishes from local breeders with vegetables. Alternatively, there is always the trolley with extraordinary cheeses. Traditional desserts, including cold macaroon zabaglione. Tasting just the first courses (8 €) or just the second courses or cheeses (also 8€) is also possible. From Monday to Friday it is possible to have lunch for 12€, excluding drinks and dessert. Extensive wine list mainly from local wineries.

Locanda Santa Rosalia

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La locanda è in aperta campagna e con una vista impagabile sul Monviso. Una cascina ristrutturata mantenendo l’impronta contadina, accogliente e con confortevoli camere. Nella bella sala c’è un grande camino, i mattoni a vista e arredamento in legno. Loredana si dedica ad una cucina di tradizione, piatti preparati al momento con prodotti dell’orto coltivato da Matteo, che cura la sala. Il menù cambia a seconda della stagione. Fra gli antipasti i classici della cucina piemontese dal vitello tonnato alle acciughe al verde, al carpaccio di carne all’albese e il tagliere di salumi (dai 5 ai 7 euro). Fra i primi una menzione per gli agnolotti al burro d’alpeggio e salvia dal gusto delizioso. Altrettanto squisiti gli gnocchi di patate con burro e gorgonzola, il risotto con i funghi (dai 7 ai 10 euro). Fra i secondi carni del territorio, come la costata di Fassone piemontese, (5 Euro/hg), coniglio all’Arneis o pollo alla cacciatora con i contorni dell’orto (dagli 8 ai 9 euro). In alternativa proposti i formaggi delle diverse vallate, dal Castelmagno alla toma (dai 3 ai 7 euro). Dolci della casa come il delizioso bonet o la panna cotta (dai 4 ai 6 euro) Buona scelta di vini del territorio con le etichette più prestigiose. Un ottimo rapporto qualità-prezzo e l’accoglienza cortese rendono questo luogo molto apprezzato in ogni stagione dell’anno dalla clientela locale e dai turisti.

Ristorante 4 Ciance

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In the historic center of the city, in the pedestrian area filled of clubs, with large outdoor areas, which are the heart of the Cuneo nightlife, this place has two beautiful and large rooms, with brick ceilings and wooden coffers, creating an elegant and cozy atmosphere. In the summer you can have lunch in the outdoor area. The service is accurate and managed with great professionalism by Gloria. The cuisine led by the chefs Gianmaria and Gaetano follows the rhythm of the seasons, using the excellence of the territory and a dash of creativity. The tasting menu for € 38 includes an appetizer, the fried ravioli barbajuan stuffed with foie gras on pumpkin cream, the creamed rice with Castelmagno and honey, sliced veal steak with potatoes and finally the classic bonet pudding with coffee ice cream. On the menu a wide choice of appetizers (from € 14 to € 16) such as creamed cod stuffed with potato cream, cuttlefish ink, glazed leeks and potato chips. Among the first courses (from 15 to 16 €) the ravioli stuffed with tuma and black truffle. Among the main courses (from 16 to 24 €) we find the Sambucana sheep and the cockerel fricassee with celeriac puree. Desserts to try, such as coffee parfait, chocolate and cereal icing and porcini mushroom powder, or hazelnut tartlets. Good choice of wines with a careful selection of labels from the area and also from nearby France.

Osteria senza fretta

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This Osteria is located in the historical town centre, in the “restaurants avenue”; with a comfortable and well cared environment, vaults with exposed bricks, simple but elegant furnishing. A quiet atmosphere with the reception guaranteed by Marco Bertorello, that gives advice on wines and dishes prepared with passion by his wife, Daniela Marchisio. Their cuisine since 2012, is based upon the high quality of raw, organic materials, from local producers and on their respect for work and nature, following the products seasonality. Their recipes are the ones followed by their mothers and grandmothers, with a pinch of creativity added. Always available the dish of the day for vegetarian and vegan customers. Among the appetizers Fassone meat mince, salads changing every season, like the one with cabbage, fresh robiola, apples and chestnuts. Among the first course dishes soups, special risottos, Castelmagno gnocchi, tagliatelle with meat sauce .Among the second courses sliced veal, rolled rabbit and vegetal burger. Excellent are the cakes too prepared with seasonal fruits, delicious those made of chestnuts and persimmons. Much appreciated are also confectionery products, suitable to accompany coffee and digestives. Bread and breadsticks are homemade, like fresh pasta. Wide selection of cheeses from the territory. Interesting is the choice of wines. Prices range from € 35 and € 40.

Trattoria Da Anna

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In an area characterized by vineyards and fascinating hills, which are home to villages and towns rich in castles and history, this countryside trattoria offers a classic Langa cuisine, respecting seasonality, enhancing local products, with honest prices. The family management is in its third generation: the young Luca has taken up the baton with passion from his mother Silvia and from his grandmother Anna, who still follow him and advise in the kitchen. The welcome is warm and informal, the environment has two large rooms, furnished with simplicity. We find the menu on the blackboard at the entrance with typical dishes: veal with tuna sauce, tartare di fassona, Russian salad, peppers in bagna cauda, homemade tajarin and ravioli del plin, roasts, braised meats and finally bunet and panna cotta. From Monday to Friday there is the “working” lunch with a first course, second course with side dish, dessert, water or wine and coffee for € 13. In the evening and on weekends, two tasting menus: “That’s enough” at € 26 with appetizers, 2 first courses, second course with sweet side dish and coffee and “I can’t take it anymore” at € 31 which includes a complete round of appetizers and a second course more. Alternatively, you can choose the à la carte menu with some expert advice from the always smiling and helpful dining room staff. Theme nights with the excellent Piedmontese fried fish as protagonist. Choice of local wines.

La Bergera

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On the road that leads from Barge to Bibiana in Bagnolo in a hamlet called Olmetto, this restaurant is surrounded by woods and green meadows, with a splendid view over the valley. An elegant building with large spaces, both outside, where in the summer you can dine outdoors, and also inside where there are large rooms, well furnished and richly decorated for special occasions. The cuisine proposed by chef Paolo is genuine with an eye for the ingredients, with entirely seasonal natural local products, suitable for every need. The unmissable specialty is the Piedmontese mixed fry, which features 25 tastings, divided equally between savory and sweet, that represents a truly incomparable taste experience. Among the fried savory, frogs and entrails, and all kinds of vegetables stand out, while on the subject of the sweet a special mention goes to stuffed peaches, cream puffs, and chocolate semolina. In the tasting menu proposed for € 30 we find three appetizers, first, second and dessert. The dishes vary according to the season, on the à la carte menu there are game and meat dishes, even some fish dishes, homemade pastas, and a great variety of desserts, including cakes elaborated for special events. Chiara’s smile and friendliness in the dining room will make your stay enjoyable. Well-stocked cellar, with particular preference for local wines.

Ristorante Cucina Gambaro

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After the experience at the “Crota” of Mondovì, the chef Daniele Gambaro with his wife Alessandra has now moved to Vicoforte in the place that housed the “Moretto” restaurant. The room has been renovated with an elegant yet informal style, featuring warm colors. The welcome is taken care of by Alessandra who is always kind and careful to explain the dishes and the ingredients. Daniele offers creative cuisine with local ingredients without hiding his Ligurian origins. Aromatic herbs, pesto and focaccia are intertwined with fresh fish from Liguria and local excellences, in particular cheeses, meats and vegetables. In a proper quality/price ratio we find among the appetizers a crunchy sesame bundle with pears and bra tenero Dop cheese (9 €) or the creamed cod with Evo oil with green sauce and fried bread (12 €), among the first the potato gnocchi with cocoa white pheasant ragout and black truffle (18 €) and Trofie al pesto (in season) with the addition of potatoes and green beans (12 €). Among the second courses the veal stew with milk and hazelnuts (16 €), the fillet of sea bass in porcini crust, saffron potato cream (20 €). Homemade desserts such as creamy rose, white chocolate and black cherry and a delicious cheesecake with raspberry sauce and peanut biscuit (7 €). The cellar guarantees a good choice of local wines, also served by the glass.

Hotel Ristorante Le Betulle

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On the road between Alba and Bra, in a modern building, a hotel and restaurant managed for over 30 years by the Destefanis family. The restaurant is divided into two parts: one which looks like a bistro and another as a restaurant suitable for ceremonies and banquets. The owner Paolo always welcomes you with a smile and accompanies you in the choice of dishes and wines from a cellar attentive to the territory. In summer, you can eat outside. There are several menus: from the simplest for the “business lunch” offered at € 10 to a “tourist” one at € 20 with two appetizers, a first course, second course, dessert, bread and water and coffee excluding wines and finally a more varied “tasting menu”, at € 35. With a “A la carte” menu, the choice is wide and includes many typical local dishes. Among the starters, the Russian salad, raw meat beaten with a knife, veal with tuna sauce in the traditional version cooked in the oven combined with a tuna sauce; then the Cervere leek omelettes and the Langhe cheese with pistachios or the Robiola presented on a bed of hazelnuts. The handmade pasta is a feather in the cap of the restaurant: ravioli, gnocchi, panzerotti and tajarin. Among the second courses beef cheek Braised with Barolo, Rabbit and Lamb. In season mushrooms, truffles and snails from nearby Cherasco. Often the restaurant offers themed menus with Bagna Cauda, Mixed Fried, Boiled and Finanziera. Good locally produced cheeses and well-made desserts.

Osteria DI VIN Roero

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The Osteria is located in the small central square of Vezza d’Alba, a delightful town in Roero, an area which produces very good wines, among which the Roero and Arneis. Originally the restaurant was called “Ca d’i vin” (House of wines) in dialect, a wine bar where you could get a bite to eat and has transformed into an osteria changing its name to the current one. In the kitchen Marco’s expert hands and in the dining room Rosa’s warmth and kindness will welcome you to this typical trattoria with four adjoining rooms. The decor and attention to detail, even though simple and typical will make you feel as if you’re in your grandparents’ house. A tasting menu costs € 28 without drinks and wine and it will allow you to try the typical cuisine of Roero, from the various appetizers with veal tartare with herbs, the classic Russian salad, the spinach quiche with fondue, the homemade pastas with Piedmontese ragout, or seasonal mushrooms and truffles and Raschera gnocchi. Among their second courses we recommend civet deer, turkey braised in Nebbiolo wine or local lamb. Desserts include bunet, pannna cotta and the soft hazelnut torte with zabaglione. Wine cellar includes local labels.

Ristorante Venaria Reale “Da Matteo”

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We are at the doors of The Langhe, on the left bank of the Tanaro river. The Venaria was originally an inn for the hunters, it became Royal in the XVIII century for noble acquaintances. Here Napoleon lived in 1796 during the armistice of Cherasco, and Narzole was invested by him for the traditional November Fair so “The Royal Venaria” became a reference point for staying in and taking refreshment, and it is even now with rooms at fair prices (60 – 80 euro). The annexe restaurant has taken the name of the owner, that with the help of his son Luca, has been running it for over 40 years, keeping alive the origins. Here you can taste the true Piedmontese cuisine, such as the window displayed traditional appetizers, and the fassone meat tartare, veal in tuna sauce, Russian salad, Bra sausage, salted tongue, liver patè, cotechino with fondue and so on…, with truffles throughout the year, white or black depending on the season. Among the first courses you can choose: ravioli with butter and sage or with meat sauce, risotto with fondue, Langarola noodles with mushrooms and vegetables soups. Among the second courses: the inevitable hazelnut roast, pot roast, fondue with truffles. Among the classic desserts: the panna cotta, bunuet and peaches with amaretto. Wines are chiefly Piedmontese reds of the producers of the near Langhe. For a whole meal, without quantity limits, you will pay not more than 30 euro excluding wines (except during the white truffle season when the price will be determined by the market).