La Esse Romagnola — Restaurant in Rimini

A solid 5-star rating from the very beginning of our experience. WARNING! Large portions. I didn’t follow the waiter's instructions and ordered two dishes that he said might be too much for 2 of us and he was right, we almost didn’t finish them :) Ended up too full for a dessert or anything else but satisfied. If you're looking to try regional cuisine and dishes completely different from those served closer to the sea, I highly recommend this place. Even though we arrived quite late and the restaurant was almost full, after a few minutes, the waiter found us a table. And another big thank you to the staff for their patience for us as it took us ages to decide what we actually want for our main courses. For an appetiser, we ordered the roast beef cotto a bassa temperatura. WOW!!! It was heavenly good! The meat was tender and the sauce delicious. A true harmony of flavours. For the main course, my girlfriend ordered the Tris di umidi – a set of three dishes baked in a casserole (grandmother's meatballs, beans with pork rind, and braised wild boar – check the menu for a photo). It really was like home made food from grandma, not from a restaurant. So if you like that kind of vibe, go for it and you won’t be disappointed. I ordered a very local dish – Il Signor Bollito, a set, or rather a tray, of cooked meat, mashed potatoes, and homemade sauces. I think it tastes very familiar to many Poles, if you've ever eaten old-fashioned Polish broth made with various meats, such as beef, pork, and poultry, at your grandmother's. I enjoyed it, but I don't think it's for everyone. The meats weren't overcooked, but at the same time, they fell apart. Despite being cooked together (or so I think), each type of meat retained its unique flavour. We also ordered a bottle of Sangiovese for 17 euros. We left, or rather rolled out, very happy. I recommend it again especially if you're looking for something other than...

Perhaps it's just us being unlucky, but we've had a bad experience in the restaurant. The pasta with wild boar has felt dry and lacked sauce, obviously not filling the expectations drawn from the dish description. Moreover, the first iteration of the dish contained a piece of scrap metall (probably, some kitchen stuff), which they have replaced, however not even bothering giving any excuse for this potentially dangerous incident. This has probably happened due to the business of the staff (both kitchen and service). Overall the impression is the following: food prices are low enough to stay competitive (+) the atmosphere both inside and outside is great (+) low on staff (-) quality of the food mediocre at its best (-) sanitary rules not being followed (-) waiting time is exhausting (-) no vino della casa (homemade wine for acceptable price), only bottled served

Honestly, I don't understand why this place is so popular and...

A Wonderful Dining Experience with a Creative Twist

We had a fantastic meal at this charming restaurant! From the moment we arrived, the friendly staff made us feel at home. They were more than happy to chat about the dishes and shared their passion for the food with us, which really added to the experience.

The menu takes a modern twist on traditional regional classics, perfectly balancing creativity with those comforting, familiar flavours. Every dish was a delightful surprise, but still rooted in the authenticity of the area. The portions were generous, and the prices were very reasonable for the quality of the food.

Situated in a great location, the restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere, perfect for a relaxed evening out. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in the area!

Riccardo was...