What to order at Piselli

Must order
The burrata calda al tartufo baked in focaccia, and the tortelloni with mozzarella di bufala.
Editor tip
Every plate is finished with three peas, a nod to the restaurant's name; the ossobuco alla milanese is the heavier order.
CuisineItalian
Price$$
NeighborhoodJardins
HoursMon-Thu 12:00-16:00, 19:00-00:00; Fri-Sat 12:00-00:00; Sun 12:00-23:00.
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Address: Rua Padre Joao Manuel 1253, Sao Paulo - SP, 01411-001, São Paulo

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