The sign outside had a Michelin Guide logo, this gave an expectation of something good was about to…read morecome up. But if I had looked more clearly the sign could also had a date which was in 2007 (10 years ago) and it was also the sense we were left with, this has certainly been a good restaurant, but forgotten and runs entirely on autopilot! Anti Pasta - was super delicious, Polenta'en was a little over cooked, but with some ok taste, the dessert - it had been in the freezer too long, it was iced and crystallized, so it was a less pleasant experience. It was all ok - perhaps even barely passed my normally quality criteria, but it was not even close to the special experience they advertise!

Solid 4/5: I would consider it a nice "non-touristy hidden gem" of Ferrara. I've been here a few…read moredifferent times and I've always had a great experience. Great "local-style" food of the region. Quality and taste is high, customer service awesome, time to wait and low cost all positive. It's all there!! Their specialty is pizza (amazing) but they also serve many awesome dishes of this unique region of Italy (pumpkin tortellini, amazing grilled beef, etc). They have a few local beers and wines on tap, but if you want Lambrusco, a specialty carbonated wine of the region, it's by bottle only. Ample seating inside the restaurant, and tables for large groups or singles/couples. However, since it's off the beaten path no one spoke English here. They are very friendly and pleasant but, expect a lot of pointing and nodding when ordering. Getting there requires a car / taxi - it's away from the town center and away from any malls. Again, 4/5: I highly recommend La Casona when you're in the Ferrara area. I've been consistently impressed by this simple neighborhood-style restaurant. Bravo Casona!!