The lavishly decorated ceilings and gilded walls of one of Turin's more iconic historical cafes will leave you awe and take you on journey back to the 19th century. An enduring emblem of the city's cafe life and who's who throughout the '900, industrialists, prominent figures from the arts and literature have all been spotted here. Piedmont-style patisserie stands out along with the famous tramezzini while classic vermouth cocktails dominate the bar area , whiles a spectacular dining room awaits in the back with Piemontese cuisine classics . A must-do for anyone visiting Turin and wanting to experience a quintessential atmosphere...
Read moreThis review is way overdue but never too late….. I was on holiday in Torino at the end in July with my family and one day we stopped at this lovely-looking cafeteria/restaurante for lunch. Well, well, the food was nearly icy cold - it was not reheated long enough - not to mention the super small portion size. We kind of ate the food as we were really hungry but had to make a comment to the lovely waitress who could not believe what I was saying and later offered us complimentary sweets for our very poor experience. Would I recommend this 19th century cafe for food…....
Read moreGreat café with a nice list of aperitif selections. The vermut tasting allows you to try 3 vermouths from a relatively extensive list. The service was very friendly, and the table service comes with a small selection of appetizers. The space is baroque and elegant, and a very nice spot for meeting friends for coffee or a drink. It is a bit on the pricey side, but worth it for the beautiful atmosphere. We did have a lot of fruit flies to contend with, which is no fault of the restaurant, but somewhat annoying when trying to enjoy sweets...
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