Cerca Trova, an Italian restaurant located about an 8-10 minute walk from Nobeoka Station, offers a stunning antique atmosphere that represents Miyazaki's finest Italian cuisine. It has been recognized as one of the top 100 Italian restaurants in the West from 2021 to 2025, as well as receiving Silver and Bronze awards on Tabelog from 2021 to 2026.The service from the chef and staff is exceptional, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the meal. While photos of the interior and dishes are not allowed, each dish left a lasting impression, providing a truly unique experience.Here’s the menu we enjoyed:-----------------------------◾️ Finger Food We started with a colorful selection of finger foods, including beet mousse, foie gras, and bacon financiers. The balance of saltiness was exquisite, perfectly complementing the drinks.◾️ Young Sweetfish This dish features young sweetfish wrapped in a thin dough with sauce. The mild bitterness of the sweetfish combined with the chewy texture of the dough was delightful.◾️ Corn Freshly picked corn was served in two forms: as kernels and as mousse, creating a delightful contrast in texture. The dish was enhanced by the umami and fragrant aroma from the venison bouillon jelly and smoked scallops, making it exceptional!◾️ Capellini A cold capellini dish featuring bottarga and cuttlefish. The flavor of the oil and the smooth texture of the pasta combined beautifully with the saltiness of the bottarga and the sweetness of the cuttlefish.◾️ Pershu This 24-month aged pershu, crafted by the renowned chef Tada, enhances the sweetness of white asparagus with its saltiness.◾️ Pasta Dish Cappelletti shaped like hats, stuffed with mozzarella cheese and tossed in Bolognese sauce. The creamy mozzarella, pasta, and Bolognese sauce blend together to create a heavenly flavor reminiscent of lasagna.◾️ Seafood Dish Perfectly cooked seafood with a crispy skin, seasoned simply to highlight the natural flavors, adding a nice contrast to the overall course.◾️ Main Dish Roasted Bungo beef, raised for an extended period in Oita Prefecture. The high-quality fat adds a sweet flavor without being overwhelming, perfectly complemented by the Marsala wine sauce.◾️ Palate Cleanser A refreshing palate cleanser made with orange, Campari, and grapefruit. The different types of acidity layered together, along with varying textures, made for a delightful finish.◾️ Dessert The main dessert was a luxurious cheesecake paired with Miyazaki mango. The refreshing and rich sweetness of the mango enhanced the gentle, mellow acidity of the cheesecake.◾️ Tea Sweets The course concluded with freshly baked, fragrant financiers that were sweet and delightful.-----------------------------Reservations can be made by phone if you plan ahead, and this renowned restaurant is definitely worth the trip to Nobeoka. I highly recommend visiting!Thank you for the wonderful meal!*Instagram Gourmet Account https://www.instagram.com/shunsuke.naka/ (Over 10,000 followers!)*Gourmet Blog https://syn-gourmet.com*Comprehensive Links https://lit.link/syngourmet