What to order at Trattoria Ermes

Must order
The passatelli in broth and the scaloppine with balsamic vinegar and potatoes.
Signature dishes
Passatelli in brodo, Scaloppine al balsamico
Editor tip
Dinner service returned Thursday to Saturday in 2023, plus Sunday lunch; the small room still fills fast.
CuisineTrattoria
Price€€
NeighborhoodCentro Storico
HoursTue-Sat 12:00-15:00; Thu-Sat 20:00-23:00; Sun 12:00-15:00; Mon closed
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Taste Passatelli in brodo with a local in Modena

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Address: Via Ganaceto 89, 41121 Modena

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