Osteria dei Servi

We spent one month traveling throughout Italy, from Rome to Florence to Milan, and the most authentic meal of the entire trip was right here in Parma. The food was simply incredible, prepared with the kind of care and flavor that remind you why Parma is world-famous for its cuisine. Every dish tasted true to its roots and far exceeded our expectations. The service was excellent. The staff were warm, professional, and attentive without being intrusive. As with much of Italy, the dining style allows you to enjoy your meal at your own pace. If you need something, just give a quick wave and they are right there for you. We loved that balance of attentiveness and respect for the dining experience. The restaurant is currently rated 4.5 stars, but it truly deserves to be between 4.8 and 5.0. Between the outstanding food, the welcoming service, and the relaxed atmosphere, this was easily one of the best meals we had during our travels. Absolutely amazing restaurant and a must-visit in Parma.

Superb experience. Beautiful place, amazing staff, excellent traditional food and incredible meat cuts. Mattio, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your smile and great service!

The appetizers were great! The main dishes we had were nothing memorable, some were bland and some had already cooled down when they reached the table. From our group we liked risotto the best. The server made sure that we saw that he did not like being there. The restaurant was full on the inside so our table was set outside. The grill area had no ventilation so the smoke was constantly all over the seating area. If I had to go back, then I would try something from the grill, not from the main menu.

My husband and I had dinner here while in Parma and wow it was delicious. We loved how they started us off with the little packed bread and salami and cheese, it was all so good! We got a half liter of the house red and it was fantastic. We each started off with a pasta dish and decided to share a meat dish based on the recommendation of the waiter, who was spot on, it was PLENTY of food, there is no way I’d have been able to eat my own. I ordered the pappardelle with wild boar ragu which was very flavorful and delicious. My husband started with the tortelli with truffle, Parmesan, and asparagus and said his was also really fantastic. We then decided to share the Rosa dei Parma (also called Rosa dei Servi on the menu, apparently they have an old menu and a new menu but it is the same thing). I can’t begin to describe how good this was. It truly showcases the foods Parma is known for, Parmesan cheese and prosciutto de Parma, and also the steak that this restaurant specializes in. Every bite was a burst of flavor in my mouth. We ordered the Susana cake for dessert which was good but nothing to write home about, and they brought us each a shot of limoncello which was very good. Given all the food we got, we couldn’t believe how reasonably priced the meal was and we left very full and happy. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is in Parma.

Awesome grilled food. A nice change from having pasta consecutively for the past one week. Great ambience (near Palazza della Pilotta). Very popular with the locals. Good to make reservation, otherwise you will have to walk-in and might have to sit outdoors. Service is 💫💫💫💫💫.

Very busy on a Monday evening in September, noisy loud with 30 min wait between pasta and meat course. Generous portions but size over quality. Lots of truffle shavings over pasta but couldn’t tell it’s truffle! Fillet very over cooked. Pork copa - tender but a huge 2 inch thick boiled pork liberally sprinkled with vinegar ? Loud shouty waiter and big party groups.

We stumbled upon this little gem while exploring Parma and decided to make dinner reservations. The experience impressed us before we even walked through the door—the aroma from the charcoal BBQ pit was enough to spark our appetites instantly. We were welcomed by Francesco (call him Frank), a cheerful and accommodating host who happily explained the restaurant and its offerings before seating us. Naturally, we began with a bottle of wine to set the mood. For appetizers, we enjoyed the Contra Fritti paired with 30-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano and melt-in-your-mouth prosciutto topped with an 8-year aged balsamic vinegar—thick, rich, and unforgettable. A perfect light start. For the mains, I ordered the pork ribs. Enormous in portion, they could easily feed two. Having dined at several top rib houses, I can confidently say these were the best ribs I’ve ever had—tender, flavorful, and absolutely unmatched. If you love ribs, this is a must-try. Sorry, Mike Saine! My wife opted for the pasta with wild boar ragù, which was fresh, hearty, and perfect down to the very last bite. We skipped dessert in favor of a second bottle of wine, which made for the perfect ending before our leisurely walk back to the hotel. This restaurant is truly worth a visit if you’re looking for a memorable meal in Parma. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating—but if you sit outside, be sure to step inside to take in the warm, inviting atmosphere.

A Must-Try in Parma! A not-to-miss restaurant in Parma. This cozy, unassuming spot is a treasure trove of traditional Emilian flavors with a few surprises that will leave you speechless. The Star: Mushrooms from the Wood is unbelievably good. Earthy, smoky, and bursting with umami. Pasta & Risotto: Pure Comfort, Perfect Execution 🍷 Atmosphere & Service Warm, rustic, and inviting, really an enjoyable meal for our family!

Great time here as a quick visit to Parma on the way to the airport in Milan. Very pleasant atmosphere outside with superb service. If it was raining we would have enjoyed the inside as well. Great recommendations by the staff for our lunch.

One of the few restaurants i visited twice while in Italy and defiantly in my top 5 of a two week trip. If I had more time in Parma, I would definitely come back. Each meal comes with bread and some of the best salami I had. I don't think you'd go wrong with anything on the menu here.

Incredible Osteria!! When you get tired of the normal basic Parma staples come here. With a diverse menu that includes incredible steaks grilled on an open fire as well as some of the best risotto and homemade pasta. I would definetly recommend .

The staff was very friendly and yet personal ! We didn't have a reservation for lunch but they took us right away and sitting in the front terrace. I had their 30 mi the prosciutto which was delicious. I also had the side dish of grilled vegetables which included a wide range of vegans were perfectly warm. My partner had a savory tart with parmigiano cream which was also fun and yummy. They served a mini salami with the bread was a nice touch! We would recommend!

Five of us had an outstanding meal at this charming restaurant. Our server, Mattei ("JJ") spoke very good English and gave us excellent suggestions. We shared the bruschetta assortment and then had the giardiniera, risotto, the papardelle, and the gnocchi, folllowed by a Tomahawk steak with roasted vegetables and the potatoes. All were delicious! JJ recommended two desserts - the tiramisu and the cheesecake igloo - and some Italian liqueurs that finished our evening beautifully. This pace of our meal was very relaxed, and we enjoyed a wonderful evening. This restaurant is a gem!

In Parma I think there is a sort of additional pressure on to have good meals, since you are, after all, in one of the great gastronomic cities in one of the world's great gastronomic cities, so if you're an appreciator of good food, you'd hate to miss an opportunity to enjoy it. After having a really excellent meal on our first night in Parma, we didn't want to go wrong on our second (and last) night, and found ourselves here. The welcome was warm and we found lots on the menu that tempted us, though we were wary of over-ordering. In the end, the two of us opted to share an antipasto of an artichoke budino with cooked shoulder ham, and a primo of gnocchi with herbs and a carrot purée, followed by a secondo for each of us (roasted pork culatello with potatoes, and horse tartare). But then we were tempted by the torta fritta, little pillows of fried dough that looked like a nice additional item. And of course we ordered a bottle of local red wine. And a bottle of water. For our would-be light dinner... No sooner than had we placed our order than a waiter arrived with a little dried salami that we thought was being delivered to us in error. Nope, it's a gift from the house that everyone received. A relatively fresh salami, it was still soft and bright-flavoured, and was a nice treat. Then the torta, gnocchi and budino arrived all at once, and we saw that the portions are huge. We really could have been quite happy with just one of these, rather than all three, but they were all so good that we finished them all (well, not the torta, though we did put a good dent in them). For as big as the starters looked, they paled in comparison with the mains, which were huge, and thus daunting for us, but we did as well as we could to do them justice, since they, too, were excellent. If you're looking for a chance to enjoy some local dishes in a friendly atmosphere, this is a good option.

We stopped in Parma for only about 5 hours to eat and Osteria dei Servi didn't disappoint. Even though we arrived late (close to the afternoon closure time typical in Italy), they seated and served us. There was a bit of a language barrier, but we managed to ask for their recommendations and ended up with a charcuterie plate, those fried dough balls, and mixed ravioli. When we noticed that they added a third ravioli flavour that cost more, they quickly reduced the price to match the ones we thought we ordered. Great customer service and fantastic food!!