The popular spot not only enchants with Mediterranean flair, imposing mountain landscapes, and an attractive regional capital in Trieste, but it is especially worth a trip for gourmets. Just in time for the travel season, Falstaff reveals the best addresses 2023 in the ‘International Restaurant Guide’.
Friuli Venezia Giulia is a crossroads of people and traditions that, in their diversity, have created a region with a strong identity. It offers atmospheric landscapes where, from the city to the mountains, from the lagoon to the sea, you can enjoy a varied gastronomy, positively influenced by the geography and the meeting of different cultures; all this makes it possible to offer undoubtedly the greatest culinary variety of the ‘Bel Paese’ (beautiful country). And with these conditions, the restaurant landscape, with its typical contemporary style and Central European features, can only be remarkable!
We have returned to discover the gastronomic gems of Friuli Venezia Giulia, to highlight once again the outstanding establishments and to seek out new ones that, between tradition and the current zeitgeist, offer an incredibly varied gastronomic panorama which is rich in emotion, taste and boasts remarkable quality.
Harry’s Piccolo at the Hotel Duchi d'Aosta, Trieste – 96 Falstaff points (1st place).
The two young chefs Matteo Metullio and Davide De Pra offer creative and conscious cuisine with meat, fish and vegetable dishes that are perfectly prepared. The Harrysotto is a must-try. Wine list with a wide variety from the area and beyond.
Agli Amici 1887, Undine – 95 Falstaff points (2nd place)
A relaxed ambience with attention to detail welcomes guests, and the refined, contemporary cuisine between sea and land provides a rich experience of taste, tradition and quality. The wine list is no less impressive with a refined selection.
L'Argine a Vencó, Venco – 95 Falstaff points (3rd place)
A country house on the border with Slovenia, nestled between the Colli Orientali del Friuli and the Collio. The cuisine on offer is tied to the region and refined with creative touches, focusing on the ingredients. Well-made wine list with offerings from the area and beyond.
