
Drogheria Culinaria
Drogheria Culinaria offers a modern trattoria experience with traditional Calabrian dishes and a passionate owner.

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Drogheria Culinaria

Highlights
Must-see attractions
Drogheria Culinaria offers a modern trattoria experience with traditional Calabrian dishes and a passionate owner.
"One of the best places for dinner in Reggio, with friendly staff and a cozy atmosphere."
Fixed Menu Value
Opt for fixed menu options for a great variety and value.
Mind the Salt
Be aware that anchovy-based dishes might be on the saltier side.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
Italian, Calabrian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+39 0965 627177
Address
Via Giulia, 2, 89125 Reggio Calabria RC, Italy
Website
drogheriaculinaria.it/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences

Fresh Pasta Made to Order
Witness the art of pasta-making with fresh dough prepared right before your eyes in the open kitchen.

Traditional Calabrian Flavors
Savor authentic regional dishes like Nduja and seafood specialties, a true taste of Calabria.

Warm Hospitality
Experience the passion of the owner, 'Il Cuoco Felicione,' and enjoy exceptionally kind and professional service.
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Fixed Menu Value
Opt for fixed menu options for a great variety and value.
Mind the Salt
Be aware that anchovy-based dishes might be on the saltier side.
Quieter Seating
Choose the secondary dining area for a quieter ambiance.
Digital Menu
Prepare to use your phone for the menu; a paper option isn't standard.
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from all over the internet
Fixed Menu Value
Opt for fixed menu options for a great variety and value.
Mind the Salt
Be aware that anchovy-based dishes might be on the saltier side.
Quieter Seating
Choose the secondary dining area for a quieter ambiance.
Digital Menu
Prepare to use your phone for the menu; a paper option isn't standard.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Drogheria Culinaria is praised for its fresh, traditional Calabrian cuisine and friendly, attentive service, creating a memorable dining experience. While most guests rave about the flavors and atmosphere, a few noted that the digital-only menu can be inconvenient and some dishes may be too salty for certain palates. The unique presentation and the owner's passion are consistently highlighted as significant draws.
"Absolutely speechless: gorgeous food, super friendly staff, beautiful decorated place. The octopus, the pork ribs, the grilled tuna are dishes to remember! Thank you for exceeding our expectations!"
Catalin Mathia
"One of the best places for dinner in Reggio. Nduja was something really incredible, do not miss the seafood and maccheroni and of course the liquer from bergamotto.
Such a friendly staff and cosy atmosphere that we will definitely come back again. Thanks to all the team!"
Jenny Wren
"Great looking restaurant, spacious, bright with open kitchen and chef preparing pasta right on the spot. They welcomed us with local meats paste and bread snack. We ordered four dishes, two starters and two first courses. It was a surprise when we had to reach our phone to download the menu, which for both of us sharing one phone screen was troublesome to browse through wide selection of dishes. Our food experience here tells us this might be a place for locals or consumers with acquired taste. The Contro-corrente dish based on fried octopus was overwhelming due to ovsrsalted crust. On the contrary the cod in the Stocco Pachino Tomato was plain unseasoned with gummy texture. The Rosso di Calabria presentation with strings of saffron was excellent but dish had strong smell of dried fish reminding me those from Asian markets, nothing I ever tasted here in Calabria visiting other restaurants. Definetely not my pallet. Finally Costa Viola dish based on mussels, squid, swordfish and claims had bits of shell in it. Both last courses were based on thick Maccarruni pasta made aldente, something foreign tourists may not be used to.
Lots of the surprises could be avoided if traditional paper menu was oferred. Also the welcoming server who took our order wasn't very clear about ingredients and answered most questions saying yes or pasta. I would definitely choose less thick pasta like spaghetti if server be more attentive to our questions. I am taking off one start for food quality and second for chipped beer glass served in 2nd round. which was unacceptable. I recommend looking for other places, there are several excellent quality restaurants around where we spend same amount enjoying way better cuisine during our vacations in Reggio Calabria. Ciao!"
Steve S.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's known for fresh, made-to-order pasta, traditional Calabrian cuisine, and a modern, lively atmosphere with passionate service from 'Il Cuoco Felicione'.[^M3]
No, the menu is presented digitally via QR code. Some diners found this inconvenient.
Yes, gluten-free options like fried fish with rice flour are available and handled with care.
Guests often rave about the octopus, pork ribs, grilled tuna, Nduja, and seafood pasta.
Consider the fixed menu options, which offer a variety of dishes at a good price point.
If you prefer a quieter dining experience, opt for seating in the secondary part of the restaurant.
Some diners have noted that anchovy-based dishes can be salty, so be mindful when ordering.
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We stopped at this lovely restaurant for lunch and were truly satisfied. I in particular, as a celiac, always hope to find prepared staff and I must say that here I was able to eat in complete serenity. Attentive and scrupulous service, a wide range of choices on the menu and excellent food, I was finally able to eat exquisite fried fish with rice flour.
I 15 migliori ristorantinella città Reggio di calabria della Reggio di calabria Nella nostra classifica .
06/08/2024: The best grunt I've ever had in this restaurant. Nice staff but each with their own organizational characteristics. I know your way around marketing and customer entertainment.
5 posti dove mangiare tipico a Reggio Calabria e dintorni
Il Cuoco Felicione, alias Felice Cuzzola, a settembre 2020 decide di realizzare il suo sogno: aprire un ristorante di cucina tipica calabrese presso il km più bello d’Italia.



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