Osteria Del Tempo Perso — Restaurant in Ravenna

I’ve always held Michelin-listed restaurants in high regard, but my recent visit to an old establishment in the city center has made me reconsider. Despite the promising start with well-prepared antipasti and an extensive wine list, the experience quickly declined when it came to the main dishes.

After a long wait, the main courses finally arrived, only to disappoint. The duck was overcooked, lacking the tenderness one would expect from a restaurant of this caliber. The fritto misto was particularly underwhelming, consisting almost entirely of squid rings—95%. The dish included only four shrimp and a single piece of octopus, which is far from the variety one would expect. Additionally, the frying technique was rough, leaving the dish greasy and unappealing.

While the staff was friendly and the ambiance was pleasant, the inconsistencies in the food were too significant to overlook. The numerous Michelin stickers on the door suggest a level of culinary excellence that this restaurant, unfortunately, did not deliver. I’m giving it 2 stars, primarily because my expectations were set so high by...

What a perfect night! Go go go! We spent too much time online searching for a restaurant (that can accommodate vegetarians) and happened to stumble on this Michelin rated gem in our wandering and so glad we did. The entire experience was easy and delicious. The service was casual but very attentive and warm, the food was delicious, and the vibe was fun and upbeat. It’s part of the “slow food” movement, so don’t go if you’re in a rush.

The seafood risotto and pumpkin ravioli were both lip-smacking good.

Another word… I’m a pescatarian (i eat fish / not meat) and I found this restaurant had plenty of offerings. Highly recommend — it’s a reason to...

It rained all day, which dampened the mood a little and we wanted a culinary highlight that would justify leaving the house. Without further ado, we decided to make a reservation by phone. When we arrived, the typical flair of an Italian osteria gave us hope and the food and service were convincing. A small but varied selection - something for everyone. Elaborately prepared, but no overly extravagant combinations. Honest cuisine. Attentive, well-organised service. 1 star deduction for ambience - abandoned tables were not cleared for a long time and our table was wobbly. Price-performance ratio was very good from our point of view. An absolute...