Romano
Viareggio, Italy
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Opened in 1966, Romano is a real culinary institution in the Versilia region, serving cuisine made from top-quality ingredients, with a particular focus on local fish. Although its philosophy has not changed over the years, current chef Nicola Gronchi should be applauded for adding a hint of contemporary flavour and technical expertise to the cuisine, while still retaining everything that this restaurant does best, namely serving fish of the highest quality (there are also a few meat dishes), including the occasional typical Versilian recipe.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
- Long-standing Michelin Excellence: Romano has maintained its Michelin star for over 40 years, a testament to its enduring quality and consistency in traditional seafood cuisine.
- Contemporary Touches: The restaurant has incorporated modern elements into its classic dishes under the new chef Nicola Gronchi, balancing tradition with contemporaneity.
- Extensive Tasting Menu: Romano offers a comprehensive tasting menu, "The great classics," which includes a variety of dishes showcasing the restaurant's culinary expertise.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
The most honored or signature ingredients at the Michelin-starred restaurant Romano in Viareggio are:
Seafood: Romano is renowned for its focus on fish and seafood, reflecting its proximity to the Ligurian Sea. The menu is described as a "riot of fish," balancing innovation and tradition with fresh, high-quality seafood as the core ingredient.
Farro: Featured in a signature dish combining farro and seafood, this ancient grain is used to create a refined and delicious dish that highlights the restaurant's skill in blending local ingredients with seafood.
Zucchini blossoms: Another notable ingredient used in a signature dish where they are stuffed and perfectly fried, showcasing the restaurant's attention to traditional local produce prepared with finesse.
These ingredients are significant as they embody Romano's culinary philosophy of honoring local, traditional flavors from the sea and land around Viareggio, executed with refinement and respect for the ingredients' natural qualities.
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Set Menus
- Tasting Menu 2025: A journey into the flavors and present of their home, served for all guests at the table.
Price: €145 per person.
A La Carte Options
- Antipasti:
- Fantasia di pesce crudo secondo il pescato in più servizi: Raw fish selection based on the catch of the day.
Price: €65. - Panzanella di sgombro marinato al sale: Panzanella with marinated mackerel.
Price: €35. - Insalata di crostacei, pesci e verdure: Salad of crustaceans, fish, and vegetables.
Price: Not specified.
- Fantasia di pesce crudo secondo il pescato in più servizi: Raw fish selection based on the catch of the day.
- Primi:
- Prices not specified, but a seafood pasta dish is generally around €30-40.
- Secondi:
- Prices not specified.
- Dessert:
- Prices not specified.
Special Menus
- Degustazione "2024": Details not specified.
- Degustazione "i grandi classici": Details not specified.
- Degustazione "un pranzo in amicizia": Details not specified.