Charming Veneto spot with polished plating and a strong wine list; food ranges from excellent to reheated-tasting, and service swings between warm and brusque.
La Vecia Mescola delivers solid neighborhood dining with beautiful, elegant interior design and a respected wine program, but inconsistent execution—ranging from polished Veneto classics to reheated textures and over-salting—prevents a higher grade. Service splits between charming professionalism and rushed, brusque moments, and recent feedback suggests declining reliability. Worth seeking out for the setting and wine, but manage expectations around consistency.
One caveat: Pricing is genuinely expensive for the old town (mains ~€15-18.5, €5 coperto)