Ristorante Madama Piola

Behind the market in Piazza Madama Cristina. Large photos of agnolotti on the walls, soft lighting with table lamps on French-style tables and an open kitchen. The menu draws on the tradition of the “Piola”, the ancient tavern. While waiting for the starters, you can try the trout tartare, spring onion cream, hazelnut (€12) or the Piola pâté (€12) or the Russian salad (€14). C ontinue with baked onion stuffed with sausage, seasonal vegetable flan and rabbit tuna (all €14). Tradition is also evident in the first courses, with homemade pasta, agnolotti and gnocchi served with ragù, roast sauce, tomato sauce, butter and sage or in broth, as well as a hearty minestrone with tripe (from €14 to €14). Main courses include mixed boiled meats with various sauces served hot in a tureen, as well as tripe in red sauce, venison with mushrooms and stewed salt cod (from €16 to €18). Desserts are traditional: tiramisu in a cup, poached pear with chocolate and zabaglione (all €7). There is an extensive wine list, ranging from house wine by the glass to a wide selection of labels, almost entirely from Piedmont, with some pleasant discoveries. The tasting menu costs €45,
while à la carte dining will set you back no more than €50, excluding drinks.