Il Piccolo Principe

Il Piccolo Principe, located inside the Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte in Viareggio, Tuscany, holds two Michelin stars since 2008 and 2014. Under chef Giuseppe Mancino’s guidance since 2005, the restaurant has become a reference for haute cuisine, combining the landscapes of Tuscany—from rolling hills to Tyrrhenian coasts—into a refined culinary narrative. Mancino draws on his training with top Italian chefs and Alain Ducasse to reinterpret local traditions through bold presentations, refined raw preparations, and unexpected flavor pairings. The menu balances fresh inland produce with rich seafood, enriched by playful influences from Asia and beyond. Specialized in creative expressions of Tuscan land and sea, dishes reflect a dialogue between memory, technique, and innovation. Guests can explore a cellar of over 800 wine labels, including local varieties and rare international selections like lesser-known Champagnes, expertly paired by sommeliers. Set within the Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte, the dining room offers cozy tables with views of the sea, providing an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere marked by attentive service. The restaurant’s concept draws inspiration from the fairy tale “The Little Prince,” creating a sensory experience where tradition meets the unexpected.