A distinctive Turin butcher-counter grill with excellent, varied meat and generally friendly service, but book ahead and clarify cooked weights, final prices, and seating times.
Griglio delivers strong food quality anchored by excellent meat selection and grilling precision, with knowledgeable counter service that enhances the butcher-shop concept. Solid consistency and fair value keep it reliably satisfying, though occasional execution lapses on tougher cuts and peak-period service friction prevent a higher grade.
Griglio feels like a lively neighborhood butcher shop that happens to have tables: you choose the cut at the counter, watch the grill do its work, and settle into a casual room where the best first impression is often the staff explaining what to order. One recurring sentiment is that it feels like a genuine local Turin outing rather than a polished centre-city destination, though busy evenings can turn the counter into a small scrum. The cooking is confidently meat-led and traditional rather than experimental. Angus, picanha, bombette, skewers, chicken, and Turin-style crudo give carnivores plenty to explore, with desserts and sorbets providing a surprisingly strong finale. Quality is praised across the sample, but a handful of diners report uneven doneness, tough or extremely aged steaks, and confusing weight-based pricing. The concept rewards diners who enjoy choosing their own cut and accepting a little operational bustle in exchange for variety and freshness. Families can manage here, especially if children enjoy grilled meat, skewers, chicken, potatoes, vegetable skewers, and familiar desserts such as tiramisù or chocolate-based sweets. The current menu also includes several gluten-free desserts and vegetarian sides, but this is not a dedicated kids’ restaurant and the counter system may feel crowded for young children. Book ahead, avoid the busiest turnover periods, and ask for a clear estimate before ordering by weight.
Area vibe: Eclectic central district mixing local residential life with lively dining and bars.
Safety: Generally safe with active street life evenings though some streets are quieter late at night.
What's nearby: Close to Parco del Valentino, Politecnico area, tram and bus links, and a cluster of restaurants and cafes.
Go prepared for a busy counter, weight-based meat pricing, possible extra charges, and difficult parking
Griglio combines a casual neighborhood butcher-shop setting with an energetic counter and grill that can get crowded at peak times