Elisa Dolci

I visited this little restaurant two weeks ago with a friend and we were absolutely blown away. We chose two tasting menus. Delicious and meticulously prepared dishes, attentive and helpful staff, and a stunning, intimate location. Definitely worth a try and returning many times. Excellent!

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Paola Labarbuta

I'd venture to say SUBLIME. We'd been wanting to have dinner at Brandosteria for a while, and we finally made it... our only regret is not having gone sooner! From the sourcing of raw materials, to the menu, the wine list, the careful selection of every single item... an exceptional discovery. A little oasis in Grignasco! We chose the garden tasting menu. Delicate and tasty dishes. What more can I say? Try it and believe it! Thank you so much for the wonderful dinner. My heartfelt compliments to all the staff!

Alessandro Toro

We stumbled upon Grignasco by chance, and since then, every time we pass through the area, a stop at Brandosteria is a must. The first thing that strikes you is the attention to raw materials: every ingredient is top-quality, fresh, and carefully selected. This is just the beginning of a culinary experience distinguished by chef Matteo's masterful combinations, who knows how to transform each dish into a work of art. A variety of appetizers await: from cured meats to veal with tuna sauce and beef tartare, it's hard to choose, but they're all top-notch. Among the first courses, the unmissable "cacio ai tre pepi" (three peppers casserole) is a must, rivaling even the most popular Roman restaurants in Trastevere: the combination of three types of pepper elevates the classic cacio e pepe to the next level. Honorable mention goes to Brandomisù, a reinterpretation of tiramisu as beautiful to look at as it is to taste, for its refined wine list, and for its off-menu offerings. Brandosteria isn't just a restaurant; it's a traditional Italian cuisine experience with a touch of innovation and creativity. A must-try!

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Andrea Colli Vignarelli

Taking advantage of the concurrent 51st Boca Wine Festival, Watson and I extended our investigations to Grignasco, a town that marks one of the boundaries of the Boca DOC wine district. Here, by reservation, we carefully examined Brandosteria, a place halfway between a bistro and an old-fashioned osteria, yet with a touch of elegance. The welcome is warm and professional, and chef Matteo Brandoni is affable and jovial, as well as knowledgeable, having studied under Gualtiero Marchesi and worked with many prestigious gurus of Italian cuisine. Immediately at ease, we chose "Gli tramontabili" from the menu instead of the à la carte: veal with tuna sauce, spaghetti cacio e pepe, tagliata with potatoes in their skins, and a reinterpretation of tiramisu. In addition to various types of bread and crostini, we were also served an appetizer with warm butter. Everything was delicious, and the place was tidy and clean, as were the bathrooms, which had cloth towels. We paired dinner with a bottle of Casa Baricalino's cuvée red wine, a blend of Nebbiolo and Cabernet Sauvignon (good, but a bit light for a palate accustomed to the Nebbiolos of northern Piedmont), and dessert with a glass of Erbaluce vintage: remarkable! With coffee and mineral water, we spent about €70 each. A must-try when you're tired and want to be pampered by beautifully prepared and served traditional dishes.

Cristina

It is always a pleasure to eat at Brandosteria, a pleasure for both the palate and the sight; From the photos you will notice the plating 🔝 We started with the appetizers, the Brandosteria tuna sauce which was very, very good and delicate on the palate; and anchovies with very good croutons and butter. As a second course we took two tagliatelle with potatoes and three types of delicate sauces. We concluded the dinner with dessert... and what a dessert, the Brandomisu, simply a tiramisu revisited in a modern key which is a blast for the taste buds! And a hazelnut and walnut cake with ice cream, delicious. All accompanied by a bottle of red wine from Rovellotti, Colline Novaresi. We spent a total of €115; online prices. Booking is required.

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Fabio Valsasina

Very nice place. The building is nothing but the inside ha character. Food very good

Elisa Capece

We went to Brandosteria yesterday to celebrate a 30th birthday. What can I say! Everything was perfect! Starting with the place, not too big, welcoming, and well-decorated, with a gorgeous wall displaying lots of wines, and a clean bathroom (with a changing table and baby wipes!). The menu was excellent, everything was delicious, and the staff was incredibly attentive and kind. Chef Matteo was fantastic, coming over during lunch to say hello and check on us and make sure everything was okay; we really appreciated it. Thanks again for this wonderful day at "your home." See you soon.

Chiara Beccarisi

The restaurant, discovered somewhat by chance, offers a variety of dishes from appetizers to desserts, combining simple yet high-quality ingredients. In our lunch and the other guests' choices, the second courses definitely stood out more than the first (conchiglioni with white ragù - good but room for improvement). Prices are reasonable for the quality offered. The interior is modern and meticulously maintained, as is the attentive waitstaff. The exterior of the restaurant could be improved.

Franco Varetto

Excellent restaurant-osteria in Grignasco. The space isn't large but is cleverly divided into two areas with about ten tables. Tasteful decor with attention to detail. Convenient parking a few meters from the restaurant. Traditional Piedmont/Novara dishes are beautifully interpreted by the chef. Quality ingredients; a constant search for excellence is evident. Excellent wine list. Professional and knowledgeable owners. Courtesy is a hallmark. I'll be back.

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Olga Massaro

We had lunch at Brandosteria after a stroll through the Zegna Oasis. The restaurant has limited seating, but we still managed to get a table without a reservation. Brandosteria offers an à la carte menu, or a mixed appetizer and first course for €22, excluding drinks. We opted for the à la carte menu. We chose the mixed appetizer: bruschetta with anchovies, veal with tuna sauce, and onion soufflé (good, we liked it). The portions were a bit small, perhaps because the price was quite reasonable (€15 for two people). The first course, conchiglioni with white ragù, was very disappointing. It was bland and lacked any flavor. The second courses were good; we tried the pork ribs with cabbage and the rib-eye steak with potatoes. Perhaps the most interesting course was the dessert, the Brandomisu: a successful reinterpretation, both in terms of taste and appearance, of the classic tiramisu. For an osteria that's neither good nor bad, I think €40/person is excessive for the dishes and flavors presented at the table, not to mention that €3/person for a cover charge at lunchtime isn't even worth it in Milan.