The story
Acaja, at corso Torino 106 in Pinerolo, is a contemporary Italian restaurant that Michelin lists as Recommended for 2026. The restaurant has been run since 1992, and its Italian kitchen builds each plate around the quality of its raw ingredients.
ilGolosario's 2026 entry, which awards the restaurant Faccino Contento ++, singles out two supply lines: seafood from Mazara del Vallo and premium-grade meats. Dishes it names include salt cod with agretti and Alsatian Crémant sauce, and a pan-seared fish fillet with asparagus, sesame and mustard. Egg tagliolini with goose speck and saffron is also among the plates singled out.
Sommelier Giancarlo curates the wine list, with around 400 labels from Italian and foreign crus, along with sparkling bottles. Dessert is a Sicilian almond and hazelnut creation with cocoa crumble, priced around €9. A four-course tasting menu is set at €50.
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The warm welcome extended by the Acaja family is the hallmark of this establishment, whose greatest strength lies in its attentive cuisine. Its gastronomic philosophy is built entirely on the quality of raw ingredients, with a selection focused on two highlights: exceptionally fresh seafood from Mazara del Vallo and premium-grade meats. Must-try dishes: rolled potato with runny egg and Erborini cheese fondue with Gewürztraminer; salt cod, agretti, and Alsatian Crémant sauce; egg pasta tagliolini with goose speck, saffron, green vegetables, and chili pepper; roasted guinea fowl with Madeira wine; pan-seared fish fillet with asparagus, sesame, and mustard. Sicilian almond and hazelnut dessert with cocoa crumble. Average prices: Appetizers €18; First courses €19; Main courses €20; Desserts €9 Tasting menu at €50 (4 courses) Services: Small pets allowed
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