La Locanda del Castello

La Locanda del Castello is an exceptional restaurant that excels regarding all aspects: great food, wonderful service, reasonable prices and unique, attractive location. It also has to be one of the most family friendly restaurants I have come across.
You’ll find this wonderful place run by a friendly, hospitable husband-​wife couple nestled on top of the hill with a breathtaking view and just below the turrets of the stunning Dozza castle keep in the medieval town’s piazza. The menu represents an excellent representation of the local foods with tasty treats that are made to order like fresh, homemade pasta and an exceptional wine list to match. Try the dry (not in broth) passatelli, or ask about the °tris” pasta order with 3 types of different pasta on one dish if ordering in a group so you split 3 different pasta dishes amongst multiple people, allowing everyone to sample sample different orders. With the vibrant offerings that are highly representative of local cuisine, and you’ll want to try different things indeed, and maybe come back again!
Prices are quite good considering the artesanal quality and location. Service is outstanding, prompt and friendly, but the real cherry on top of the cake for us was the back room filled with toys. The owners are understanding of families with children, and provide a safe, secure place where you can leave your little ones to play by themselves: there is only one way into the back room so we left them there without worry as was impossible to escape without us the parents noticing.
Dozza is a great place to visit, providing a nice day trip with sights to see; should this place be on your list, a meal at la Locanda del Castello enjoying the view and local treats is time and money well spent. The food is great, the service is excellent, the location outstanding and the price is more than right. Highly recommended!