Restaurants

Scacco Matto

4.8 1,089 reviews 12:00 AM - 3:00 PM 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM Via Salita de Seta, 29, 88054 Sersale CZ, Italy

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Ristorante Scacco Matto is a traditional Calabrian eatery located in Sersale, Italy. It specializes in authentic local dishes that highlight the rich flavors and ingredients of the region. The menu features a variety of carefully prepared options, including homemade pasta such as scilatelle with fresh sauces, gnocchetti with walnut cream and truffle, and classic preparations like tagliata di manzo served with porcini mushrooms and fried potatoes. The restaurant also presents a selection of seasonal wild mushrooms and hearty antipasti that reflect the mountainous heritage of Calabria.

The atmosphere is warm and intimate, echoing the feel of an old tavern where recipes are handed down through generations. The setting complements the rustic and genuine nature of the cuisine, offering a dining experience that emphasizes comfort and tradition. Limited seating helps maintain high standards and a personalized service, emphasizing fresh, local ingredients and careful preparation. Situated near the scenic “Valli Cupe” Park, Ristorante Scacco Matto combines a rural location with a focus on delivering classic Calabrian fare in a welcoming, unpretentious environment.

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Outdoor seating
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Highlights

Great coffee
Great dessert
Great wine list
Rooftop seating

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Lunch
Dinner
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Casual
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Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Scacco Matto before visiting.

Reviews for Scacco Matto

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Review highlights

Based on 1,089 reviews

Ristorante Scacco Matto is widely praised for its authentic Calabrian cuisine, featuring traditional dishes crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Reviewers consistently highlight the restaurant’s warm, family-style atmosphere, emphasizing the intimate setting and attentive, knowledgeable staff who provide friendly and personalized service. The establishment is noted for its generous portions and excellent value, with a strong recommendation to book in advance due to limited seating. Despite its somewhat remote location, diners find the experience rewarding, often pairing their visit with nearby attractions. Overall, Ristorante Scacco Matto stands out as a charming and genuine culinary destination that skillfully combines quality, hospitality, and heritage in a welcoming environment.

C G

Apr 25, 2025

Typical Calabrian tavern, ancient dishes that never die, service as warm and enveloping as the dishes. Environment that reflects the dishes of the past. The owner and his staff, in addition to being exquisite people, pamper their customers.

Pietro Pizzilli

Apr 07, 2025

The best local food in the area friendly and efficient service the staff is extremely knowledgeable and very helpfu;

gianluca roca

Mar 16, 2025

Small, almost family place but sublime food service!! One of those places you have to try in your life! You need to book well in advance because places are limited to guarantee the quality of the dishes and the super low prices, 18 for a complete menu. Super generous portions and very fresh raw materials!!Another ride, another ride…We update the photos with the second time we returned and confirm the wonderful culinary experience!!!

Rene Apack

Mar 14, 2025

Great food and fantastic people

Innocenzo De Marco

Feb 27, 2025

Great food, low prices. Quality is excellent, ingredients are local and very well prepared. Owners are very friendly and welcoming, always caring about customers' needs. Definitely recommend a visit, the town is a bit hard to reach because of the road, but the experience (along with the "Valli cupe" Park nearby) is worth it. Booking highly recommended, well in advance.

Chloe Chevignon

Feb 11, 2025

At the suggestion of friends, we tried to book for the first time but it was all full.It seems like it takes a year to secure a table!The friendly and kind owner, Mario, advised us to call back after a few days and so we were able to have a fantastic Calabrian culinary experience... a stroke of luck!Typical lunch based on excellent quality traditional products, we ate porcini mushrooms and ovoli from starter to main course, a true delicacy... in a family and fun environment... and the bill was a real surprise! Thank you for your kindness and kindness and we hope... see you soon!

Antonio Converti

Feb 11, 2025

Incredibly good incredibly cheap food

Daniel Zongrone

Jan 24, 2025

Love this place in Sersale. Unfortunately we did not have a reservation but the owner made a table for us because he is so nice.