Published on Pokaa on 19 February 2018 under the title « Picobello, traditional Italian cooking just a stone’s throw from the Cathedral ».

Traditional Italian cooking near the cathedral

Strasbourg has no shortage of Italian restaurants, but Pokaa notes that Le Picobello stands apart thanks to its generous, high-quality cooking and its respect for Italian traditions.

The review describes a dark and modern facade on rue des Freres, a red-and-black dining room with pop-art touches and a lively, relaxed service. The restaurant was full at lunchtime, which confirmed the popularity of the place.

The article highlights the daily special, the long handwritten menu and dishes such as octopus salad, focaccia, risottos, morel gnocchi, truffle dishes, osso buco and a broad selection of Italian wines by the glass.

Pokaa especially praises the freshness of the carpaccio, the indulgent bruschetta, the generous linguine alle vongole, the creamy risotto and the homemade desserts.

The review’s conclusion

  • Strengths: the quality of the cooking, the warm service and the strong respect for Italian tradition.
  • Watch-outs: rather tight seating and a budget that rises quickly if you order from the main menu rather than choosing the daily special.

Pokaa concludes that Le Picobello is a genuinely generous traditional Italian restaurant where quality, freshness and flavour justify the experience.