La Bottega di Paolo

Some trepidation given they only spoke limited English, and we were turned away the first time due to needing a lunch reservation (oops). You start with pasta, if you want it and then you approach the counter and they will serve you up whatever you request from behind the glass. The food was wonderful, and we were greatly in need of some vegetables after all the pasta we’d eaten during our trip. The young woman also wrote down the names of some of the dishes that we particularly liked. Very memorable meal, and We would love to return. Thank you!

This place made my day. Incredible value for money. We started with a pasta and afterwards you can choose whatever you like from the buffet. There are many vegetables too choose from and I have never had such tasty artichokes before. Everything was well seasoned and the owners are extremely friendly and joyful.

The good reviews here were absolutely right. Wonderful antipasti buffet. Local people as clients. Low prided , Highly recommended.just opposite of the famous Bibiena theatre.

This is the best place to have lunch while in Mantova. Avoid tourist traps and go where the locals do!!

Buffet food and serve of pasta ..excellent choices for good price. 3 people with wine and coffee €40. Clean and very friendly, busy, so be prepared to wait

This place made my day. Incredible value for money. We started with a pasta and afterwards you can choose whatever you like from the buffet. There are many vegetables too choose from and I have never had such tasty artichokes before. Everything was well seasoned and the owners are extremely friendly and joyful.