Paolo Griffa al Caffè Nazionale

Great place to enjoy the piazza and the surrounding. Great cafe with beautifully made pastries. Some of the pastries are just art! Staffs are nice and professional too. We went there for food but ended up trying only their pastries which were really good experience.

We came in the morning and there was no food, only pastries and coffee. We had a croissant and a Mont Blanc tartlet, as well as well as coffee and hot chocolate. All was delicious and at a very fair price. People watching and the grand piazza provide wonderful atmosphere and views. Recommended

First of all, I would not give too much weight to the one-star reviews of this restaurant. Most of them clearly stem from complaints about pricing rather than the quality of the experience itself. This is a Michelin-starred restaurant, and some guests seem to expect Michelin-level service while objecting to Michelin-level prices, criticizing items like coffee and pastries for being “too expensive.” These reviews reflect unrealistic expectations rather than a fair assessment of the restaurant. Having said that, I had dinner with the five-course menu and overall the experience was excellent. The staff are truly lovely, make you feel at home, and are generally very efficient. The food is great, and the wine list is well curated. Prices are aligned with the level of the restaurant, and the experience is definitely worth trying. I particularly loved the trout. One thing worth mentioning, though, is that for some reason one dish was not served. I only realized this once I got home, as they provide a printed list of the selected menu, and while reading it I noticed that the storione course had not been served. While the service was very good overall, this kind of oversight should not happen in a Michelin-starred restaurant, so I would rate the service 4 out of 5 stars

Fabulous place. Coffee and desert were excellent. Friendly staff. Highly recommend when visiting Aosta.

We recently dined at Paolo Griffa ristorante and were absolutely delighted. The menu, based on local ingredients and featuring exquisite combinations with mountain flowers, was both innovative and delicious. Each dish was a masterpiece, beautifully presented and full of unique flavors. The service was outstanding—attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. We also appreciated the impressive wine selection, which perfectly complemented the meal. Paolo Griffa is a must-visit for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates local cuisine with a floral twist.

An unexpected gem in the centre of Aosta. We were on a drive in the area and decided to have a pit stop in Aosta and came across this cafe with wonderful pastries. It seems to be connected to a Michelin star restaurant and the quality of the pastries definitely reflected that. The outdoor but warm seating area was a wonderful place to sit down and enjoy a tea with some cakes, we were so impressed that we decided to take some pastries home for the next morning.

The desserts looked amazing and had so much flavor! It was very much worth the money. It was a very cool experience being here and the atmosphere was very pleasant. The bathrooms were very clean, too. The chef happened to be out and cordially greeted us, recommending us one of his favorite desserts and it was absolutely splendid! I definitely recommend this place, especially if you are touring!

Most delicious tasting menu with chef who clearly takes pride and care in every dish he prepares. It was an honor to enjoy Chef Paolo's amazing food.