A sophisticated hotel offering excellent cuisine
The Hotel Rizzi is situated on the edge of the Valtidone valley, in a peaceful yet well-connected location between Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy. From here, the hills of Piacenza and the landscapes surrounding the valley are easily accessible – a region rich in history and traditions, perfect for those who love discovering authentic places and enjoying the great outdoors.
The hotel combines the charm of the ancient villas of Piacenza with modern amenities designed for guests’ comfort. Cosy rooms, bright spaces, a summer terrace and wellness areas create an environment where you can relax and rediscover your own rhythm.
Inside is the Ristorante Pizzeria 412, serving dishes from land and sea, pizza and scrocchiarella; in the historic centre of Castel San Giovanni, also owned by the Rizzi family, lies the historic Ristorante Barca, in business since 1899, guardian of the most authentic Piacenza recipes. Two distinct identities, united by the same care and the Rizzi family’s long-standing experience.
A place to stop, enjoy good food and experience a peaceful stay, combining tradition and hospitality.
We always strive to offer our guests the very best.
RISTORANTE PIZZERIA 412
Stepping into Ristorante Pizzeria 412 means immersing yourself in a tastefully appointed setting, where enticing aromas and authentic flavours welcome you from the very first moment. The cuisine plays with textures and aromas, thanks to low-temperature cooking and high-quality ingredients, whilst some dishes hark back to Piacenza’s most beloved traditions. Every detail is carefully considered, ensuring the experience is pleasant, harmonious and satisfying.
The menu features dishes from both land and sea, with particular attention paid to the selection of ingredients; personalised menus are available for athletes or those with food intolerances.
The pizzeria offers classic pizza, where special care is taken with the proving times (over 72 hours), and the ‘scrocchiarella’, made with a unique dough containing more water than standard pizza dough, making it light and easy to digest.
The historic “Barca” Restaurant
In the heart of Castel San Giovanni, the Barca restaurant has been a cornerstone of the local culinary tradition since 1899.
For over a century, the Rizzi family has passionately upheld a legacy of hospitality, respect for traditional recipes and a love of Piacenza’s cuisine.
The menu is based on authentic, meticulous cuisine, where every dish is crafted using traditional methods and carefully selected ingredients. The table is graced with starters of typical cured meats, ricotta and spinach tortelli, pisarei e fasò, and ravioli in broth: fresh pasta prepared daily, in keeping with the family tradition. Rounding off the meal is the trolley of boiled meats and roasts, a symbol of generous, timeless cuisine.
Ristorante Barca is the ideal place for those wishing to rediscover the true flavours of Piacenza’s cuisine, in an elegant setting steeped in history, where past and present coexist naturally.