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A good place to start is the cacio e pepe, pairing cheese and black pepper with house-made pappardelle. It is presented as a classic on the menu, and diners have remembered it as a dish they would like to return for. The Bolognese Classico, also served with handmade pappardelle, takes a different approach: beef and aromatic vegetables are simmered for 3–4 hours, with no tomatoes in the sauce. Choose between the straightforward combination of cheese and black pepper and a slow-cooked beef sauce—or try both to compare.

One diner who visited for lunch enjoyed an antipasti selection alongside handmade pasta. Another account describes a set lunch with antipasti and pasta for 2 people, making it a useful option when you would like to sample more than one course at midday. For a broader taste of Italian favourites, consider the antipasto misto for 2 people. Other starters include bagna cauda, with seasonal vegetables from partner farms in Kyoto and Shiga served with anchovy sauce, and torta fritta, fried bread topped with Parma ham. There is plenty to consider, whether pasta is the focus or you would rather linger over a table of starters.

Beyond pasta, the menu includes meat dishes such as beef bistecca and lamb costoletta, as well as zuppa di pesce, a soup-style seafood dish that draws on the flavours of the sea. One diner said they particularly enjoyed the meat main course at lunch, offering another option for a more substantial meal.

There is a wide range of wines. A diner who ordered sparkling wine at lunch recalled that hearing about its characteristics made it easier to choose. Pairing a glass with your meal is part of the pleasure. For dessert, the handmade selection includes tiramisu, panna cotta and baked treats made with seasonal fruit.

Reservations are accepted for both lunch and dinner, and booking is recommended for each. If you have a particular dish in mind or are dining as a group, it may be worth arranging a table in advance.