Lorenzo M.
Google
We recently had dinner at La Subida – Trattoria al Cacciatore, a restaurant with an undeniably charming atmosphere. The setting is beautiful, surrounded by nature and thoughtfully designed down to the smallest details. The service was equally pleasant – warm, attentive, and well-coordinated throughout the evening.
Unfortunately, while the ambiance and hospitality were excellent, the culinary experience fell short of expectations. We tasted several dishes from the menu, but none of them truly stood out or left a lasting impression. The overall sensation was one of technical execution, but without a memorable emotional or flavor impact.
The rice dish was probably the most interesting among what we tried. However, I was puzzled by the addition of four small pieces of eel, which didn’t blend harmoniously with the rest of the plate. Even more concerning, the eel had a strong muddy aftertaste that overwhelmed rather than complemented the dish.
The plin, while acceptable, didn’t reach the level of refinement we were expecting from a restaurant of this caliber. The filling was well-balanced, but the overall flavor and texture didn’t quite elevate the dish beyond the ordinary.
One particularly disappointing moment came when we were informed – upon sitting down at 8 PM – that the pigeon dish, which we had been looking forward to, was no longer available. According to the maître d’, it had already been fully pre-ordered by another table earlier in the evening. We were told that only a few pork shanks remained as the sole second course option. It felt quite limiting for a tasting experience, especially given the early hour of our reservation.
In short, while we appreciated the setting and service, the food didn’t live up to the reputation or the expectations we had going in. We left with the impression that the kitchen is capable, but perhaps a bit too self-referential – focused more on concept than coherence or satisfaction.
We hope our feedback is taken in the spirit of constructive criticism, because the potential is clearly there – and with such a beautiful location and attentive team, we'd love to return one day to a more fulfilling experience.