Guzzi

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Guzzi: Authentic Italian Cooking in Leuven’s Historic Townhouse

The kitchen and its foundation

Guzzi brings authentic Italian cooking to Leuven, where chef Felice Miluzzi runs the kitchen with a focus on genuine ingredients. He treats the dough as the starting point for every meal, insisting on organic flour that he mills himself on traditional stone grinders. This deliberate choice shapes the entire menu, pushing the kitchen away from convenience and toward a slower preparation style. The approach has earned the restaurant a thirteen rating from Gault&Millau for 2026, a score that reflects a steady commitment to unadorned techniques.

Pizza and seasonal plates

The oven work remains central to the dining room, where the house pizza gets its structure from that same stone-milled base. Miluzzi builds toppings around what arrives fresh that day, keeping the flavors aligned with the Italian kitchen rather than chasing trends. You will notice how the crust holds its shape while staying tender enough to fold, a texture that comes directly from the hydration ratio and the long fermentation period. Guests who visit during warmer months often request a table near the rear courtyard, where the brick walls and greenery soften the evening service.

A quiet corner for conversation

The building itself houses the dining area on a ground floor that feels intentionally light and uncluttered. Plaster walls meet worn wooden floors, creating a backdrop that lets the food take center stage without competing for attention. Service moves at a measured pace, allowing diners to settle into the rhythm of the kitchen. The terrace garden extends the seating area outward, giving groups a chance to watch the street while enjoying their meals under the open sky.