The story
Girarrosto Gastronomia San Donato is a no-frills grocery and rotisserie in Torino’s San Donato neighborhood that currently holds a 4.4-star aggregate rating. But creator Franchino Er Criminale offers a starkly different take, calling the spot “disappointing” and singling out the Pollo allo Spiedo as “dry and unseasoned.” He also dismisses the Patate Bollite as boiled potatoes he “simply didn’t like.”
That single firsthand account is the only creator testimony available, and it paints a clear picture of execution that doesn’t match the score. While the overall rating suggests some customers leave satisfied, those craving a classic rotisserie fix—especially well-seasoned, juicy chicken—may want to temper expectations based on this review. The venue’s promise outpaces its delivery, according to the only voice we have from the creator community.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 2 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers praise the Patate Bollite as a standout, with the overall vibe being a warm, unpretentious celebration of simple, high-quality Italian comfort food.
“These are boiled potatoes, the usual Turin style — I don't like them at all. They're not roasted, just boiled. I'll take them home and fry them with onion or put them in the oven later.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Girarrosto Gastronomia San Donato. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
A disappointing rotisserie in San Donato with dry, unseasoned chicken and boiled potatoes I don't like.
Dishes mentioned
Pollo allo Spiedo
This chicken is dry and chewy, not seasoned at all — they just put it on the spit and that's it. The skin is flabby, not crispy. I can't eat it, it's not edible. I give it a 5, but it's also a bit chewy so I can't give it a 6 like Mon Ginevro 77.
Boiled Potatoes
These are boiled potatoes, the usual Turin style — I don't like them at all. They're not roasted, just boiled. I'll take them home and fry them with onion or put them in the oven later.
