Prosciutteria IE Udine — Restaurant in Udine

Udine – a city of cobbled streets and calm energy — hides among its cafés and osterias a small temple of delights: Prosciutteria IE. It’s not just a restaurant, but a tribute to Friulian tradition, where prosciutto takes center stage and every dish tells a story of family, craftsmanship, and passion for authentic flavor. The experience was so delicious that it simply had to be shared: Prosciutteria IE Udine – the place where time tastes like prosciutto.

Platters that tell stories

The interior is warm and relaxed, with a rustic-modern charm. Solid wood tables, shelves lined with bottles of local wine, and the cheerful energy of the staff create the feeling that you’re having lunch at a friend’s home — an Italian friend who knows how to slice prosciutto so thin it practically dances on your tongue.

The stars of the show are, of course, the prosciutto crudo platters: silky slices, perfectly aged, with an intense aroma, served alongside artisanal cheeses, olives, and crispy bread. Every bite strikes a perfect balance between salty, sweet, and creamy. For a complete feast, add a carefully selected Friulian wine to enhance the delicate notes of the meat.

We enjoyed a Prosciutto con melone platter and a Prosciutto con burrata — both so exquisite it would be impossible to choose a favorite.

More than just prosciutto

Although the name says it all, Prosciutteria IE surprises with other dishes too: simple yet memorable pasta, fragrant bruschette with roasted tomatoes and olive oil, and light salads made with seasonal ingredients. Each dish carries that effortless Italian simplicity that wins you over instantly.

At Prosciutteria IE Udine, a prosciutto platter never comes alone — it’s always paired with a perfectly balanced Aperol Spritz: chilled sparkling wine, aromatic Aperol, a hint of soda water, and a slice of orange for freshness. Refreshing, slightly bitter, and incredibly friendly, it’s the drink that turns every meal into an Italian celebration. Each sip seems to whisper: la dolce vita begins here!

We couldn’t leave Udine without trying Cjarsons, a traditional Friulian dish reimagined here in a hearty version: filled with tender meat, wrapped in homemade dough, and sprinkled with poppy seeds that add a crunchy, subtly sweet note. It’s the kind of dish that blends Friuli’s rustic tradition with unexpected refinement — a combination that wins you over from the first bite.

A stop to remember

If you find yourself in Udine, a stop at Prosciutteria IE isn’t optional — it’s essential. It’s the kind of place where you eat slowly, savor every slice, and drink wine with the joy of knowing you’re living exactly as you should: with friends close and your plate full.

Prosciutteria IE Udine is about more than food. It’s about tradition, conviviality, and that unmistakable Italian feeling that life should be savored patiently —...

Disappointing Experience – Would Not Recommend

Unfortunately, our visit to Prosciutteria IE Udine was a letdown. After placing our order, we waited over 30 minutes for our food, with no update or explanation. It only arrived after we made eye contact with the owner—and even then, the two dishes came out separately with a noticeable gap between them.

The first dish was supposed to include sausage, polenta, and potatoes, but the polenta was missing. The second dish, a salad with nuts, cheese, and pear, had barely any cheese and just one nut. When we asked about the missing polenta, we were told they had run out—without any warning or apology. When we expressed our disappointment, the plate was removed abruptly, and no alternative was offered.

We were then left to deal with a staff member who didn’t speak English, and the owner did not address us again. There was no effort made to explain the situation or resolve the issue.

While the location may seem appealing, the lack of communication, poor service, and dismissive attitude made for a very unpleasant experience. There are many wonderful places to eat in Udine—sadly, this was not...

Approfittando della bella giornata, ho deciso di fare una passeggiata in centro a Udine, e avendo voglia di un caffè sono entrato in questo locale. Nulla da dire del caffè e del servizio, anche se (potrei essermi sbagliato a leggere nei vari tabelloni) il prezzo riportato è di € 1,30 ed ho pagato € 1,40, comunque essendo in pieno centro ci può anche stare, visto che il caffè è stato soddisfacente. Al momento del pagamento, ho chiesto se gentilmente potessi utilizzare il bagno, e con estrema gentilezza mi è stato indicato dove fosse.

E qua è iniziata la disavventura.

Entro nella toilette dove ci sono due wc: Il primo trattasi di un bagno per esibizionisti dal momento che ero convinto ci fosse una porta scorrevole, invece la porta non c'era proprio... Proseguo verso il secondo bagno, dove trovo la porta aperta, e pur non essendoci la maniglia, riesco ad avvicinarla per chiuderla utilizzando il piccolo pomello presente sul chiavistello: nel momento nel quale sarei voluto uscire, ho provato a spingere la porta, accorgendomi che era bloccata. Sentendo delle persone all'interno del bagno, ho provato a bussare affinchè qualcuno mi sentisse e potesse chiamare un responsabile del locale...ma nessun riscontro. Ho provato a telefonare 3 o 4 volte al numero di telefono che ho trovato su google, ma nessuna risposta. Dopo un quarto d'ora di tentativi senza esito, stavo per comporre il numero dei Vigili del Fuoco, ma sono riuscito ad attirare l'attenzione di un turista austriaco che ha riferito al banco cosa stesse succedendo. Una volta aperta la porta utilizzando un coltello al posto della maniglia, il ragazzo che mi ha permesso di uscire si è scusato dell'inconveniente, dicendomi che i bagni sono inutilizzabili, senza che ci fosse alcun cartello di avviso e lasciando nuovamente aperta la porta, permettendo a qualcun altro di rimanere bloccato. Penso che se qualche cliente avesse rubato la porta del bagno, probabilmente qualcuno lo avrebbe visto, e non penso che i problemi ai wc risalgano ad oggi, e, per un locale di rilievo considerando anche anche l'afflusso di persone presenti, sia assolutamente un biglietto da visita...