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Italian restaurant in Piacenza, Province of Piacenza
What should I order at Croce grossa?
What to order
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Gnocco Fritto
Recommended because it is specifically called out as 'ottimo gnocco fritto' and praised as a very good extra dish outside the fixed menu.
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Tagliata
Recommended because one review mentions it as an extra dish and says it was part of a place that makes guests feel at home, suggesting it was a well-liked choice.
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Menu Fisso
Frequently recommended for its strong value: multiple reviews praise the fixed menu for being cheap, abundant, and good quality, with fast service.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 3 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 4 PM |
About Croce grossa
Croce grossa is an Italian restaurant in Piacenza, Province of Piacenza, known for generous portions, simple homemade-style food, and fast, friendly service. Reviewers consistently mention it as a truck-stop trattoria near the Piacenza Sud exit and A1 access, with easy parking and a quiet, casual setting. The menu is praised for strong value, with many diners highlighting affordable fixed-price meals and good quality for the price. Specific dishes that come up often include gnocco fritto, spezzatino, and creme catalane.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Croce grossa known for?
It is best known for generous portions and very good value, especially the fixed-price meals that reviewers say are filling and affordable. Many people also mention it as a truck-stop trattoria near Piacenza Sud, with fast service and easy parking.
What dishes are most recommended at Croce grossa?
Reviewers repeatedly call out gnocco fritto, spezzatino, and creme catalane, along with the house-style primi and secondi served in the fixed menu. Several comments also mention good antipasti and extra dishes outside the menu, with simple presentation but rich flavor.
What is the atmosphere like at Croce grossa?
The atmosphere is described as casual, quiet, and more like a canteen than a formal dining room. It suits groups, solo diners, and travelers stopping near the motorway, and the service is often described as quick, caring, and welcoming.
Is Croce grossa good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, it is widely praised for value, and the listed price range is €10–20. Reviewers mention fixed menus around 16 euros that can include first course, second course, side, and water or lemonade, with portions described as abundant.
When is the best time to visit Croce grossa?
Lunch is reported to be busier, while evenings tend to have more open tables. Reviewers also note that it is a practical stop for travelers because it is easy to reach from Piacenza Sud and the A1, with parking that is usually plentiful.
Is parking available at Croce grossa?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Croce grossa kid-friendly?
Yes, Croce grossa is good for kids.
