MINNECI

MINNECI is an Italian fine‑dining restaurant in a picturesque 16th‑century Renaissance building in Nuremberg’s old town. The menu is refreshed monthly and offers a multi‑course tasting menu, à la carte dishes and a business lunch. The house dates from 2003, opened by Leonardo and Elisabeth Minneci. Recommended by the Michelin Guide and recognised by Der Feinschmecker, MINNECI maintains a wine cellar of more than 350 positions, including notable Italian, German, Austrian and Croatian bottlings, and proposes curated pairings for its tasting menus. Elegant, refined dining rooms provide the principal spaces; in summer a garden‑style terrace features palm trees, roses and lemon trees, and a vaulted Cantina offers a Tuscan cantina atmosphere for private celebrations. Classical Italian haute cuisine (‘alta cucina’) is updated with Mediterranean and Dalmatian touches, the kitchen blending high‑end Italian technique with influences from the patron’s homeland; the team prioritises careful technique, seasonal regional produce and à la minute preparation across tasting menus and à la carte. Since 2023 the house is led by longtime manager and current patron Boris Jakir (Owner). Specialties include Vitello Tonnato (reinterpreted), Artichoke Parmigiana, Ravioli with spinach, Octopus with polenta and beetroot, Tortelli with oxtail and winter truffle, Lamb rack with rosemary potatoes and Lemon tart.