Giordani Gastronomia Cultural

Rio Grande do Sul


A wildly popular option in the heart of Via Trento, Giordani serves the ubiquitous sequencia: an all-you-can-eat menu of pasta dishes and grilled meat that is entirely too popular in the region. However, the preparation here is good and you can pair your meal with a bottle from the extensive local wine list.


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