Trattoria Sostanza
Known locally as "Il Troia," this tiny, historic room is legendary for its charcoal-grilled steak and its butter chicken. It is one of the few places that still uses an open wood fire for all its grilling, giving the steak a distinct smoky depth.
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Known locally as "Il Troia," this tiny, historic room is legendary for its charcoal-grilled steak and its butter chicken. It is one of the few places that still uses an open wood fire for all its grilling, giving the steak a distinct smoky depth.
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