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Josto
Pierluigi Fais reimagines Sardinia in a former carpentry workshop
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed June 2026
Self-taught Oristano chef Pierluigi Fais turned an old carpentry shop into Cagliari's most quietly serious kitchen, opened in 2017. Memory and experiment meet over local pork, fregula and mullet, reworked with modern technique in two small post-industrial rooms. The identity is clear and personal rather than showy.
Editor's Tip
Gambero Rosso Due Forchette and in the Michelin Guide (Bib Gourmand). Small room — reserve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Josto, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Josto?
Josto is located in Cagliari, Sardinia, Via Sassari 25, 09124 Cagliari.
What is Josto best for?
Josto is especially popular for Dinner, Date Night, Special Occasion.
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