This bar is always pleasant because of its welcoming atmosphere and friendly service. There are starters like marinated fish antipasti and hot dishes like squid. For the first course there is spaghetti with shrimp, cannellini or an unusual fish soup. Amongst the second courses there is mixed fried seafood platter, fried langoustine, salted sea-bass and grilled seafood. The desserts are excellent: there is a pistachio-flavored custard with mixed berry sauce, or a passion fruit custard with cedro (citron) sauce. The wine cellar has a choice of local and national wines as well as some French wines.
The rich and significant Verona is known as a romantic city. This charm of Verona is shared by Ristorante Greppia. The beautiful restaurant has a romantic history which is evident in its decor and ambiance. The Italian cuisine served here is touted to be among the best in Verona. Pastas and Zuppe in numerous varieties are available here. Try 'Il Nostro Pesce' and you're sure to revisit. This diner also has an extensive list of wines to accompany sumptuous meals.
Il Desco is an incredibly elegant place decorated in a tasteful and refined style. The 16th-century caisson ceiling is marvelous as are the paintings and multicolored tapestries. One of Il Desco's classics is Escalope of Liver in Recioto and pear sauce. Other menu choices include Langoustine soup with black and white bean, Pea Ravioli with black truffle, and for the next course, there is the unbeatable warm salad with marinated lobster or suckling pig flavored with mint—crunchy on the outside and irresistibly tender inside. For dessert, choose melon slices with Port Granita or crespelle with ricotta and warmed mixed berries. The extensive wine list draws upon a selection of wines of various regions and vintages.
Giancarlo Gioco is known in Verona as the high priest of gourmet dining. After the surprising appearance of fish tureen (scorpion fish, bass and salmon), you can sample home-grown tomatoes with fresh basil, delicious sea-bass ravioli, layers of pasta with seafood sauce, baked sweet turbot with taragon; these are followed by the meat dishes, beef fillet steak, and veal sweetbread. The dessert menu offers a separate, equally appealing choice: crème brûlée with pistacchio purée, and a range of sorbets. There is a good selection of wines, and the service is faultless, as well as friendly.