Enjoyed “Shirasu Peperoncino” and “Pumpkin potage soup” at the Italian Restaurant “Pizzeria Pico” in front of Kuroiso Station!

I stopped by Pizzeria Pico, an Italian restaurant located right in front of Kuroiso Station’s west exit.

It’s next to Iris Bread & Coffee and part of the Kanel Bread restaurant group.

The place is famous for its authentic wood-fired pizzas, but this time I was in the mood for pasta — so I went with their “Shirasu Peperoncino” (garlic and olive oil pasta topped with baby sardines) and a creamy pumpkin potage soup. 🍝🎃

Basic infomation on the Restaurant

• Name：Pizzeria Pico
• Category：Italian Restaurant
• Address：2-5 Honcho, Nasushiobara-shi, Tochigi-ken
• Access：1-minute walk from the west exit of Station Kuroiso
• Business Hours
  • (Lunch) 11:00~15:00（L.O. 14:00）
  • (Dinner) 18:00～21:30（L.O. 20:30）
• Regular Holiday
  • (Lunch) Tuesdays & Wednesdays
  • (Dinner) Mondays~Thursdays
• Phone Number: 0287-74-3923
• Official Website/SNS
  • （HP）https://pico-pizza.jp/
  • （Instagram）https://www.instagram.com/pizzeria__pico/

Review of my actual experience visiting

The lunch menu was like this.

Ordered Menu and Price

This time, I ordered “Shirasu Peperoncino” and “Pumpkin potage soup.”

• Shirasu Peperoncino (¥1,600)
• Pumpkin potage soup (¥800)

About taste

Both were simple yet carefully crafted, and you could taste the care that went into them.

A creamy pumpkin potage soup

As soon as I took a sip, the gentle sweetness of the pumpkin and a touch of natural saltiness spread softly in my mouth.

It had a smooth texture and a pure, comforting pumpkin flavor — a perfect warm-up before the pasta. 🎃

Shirasu Peperoncino

The moment it arrived, the aroma of garlic filled the air, instantly whetting my appetite.

Each bite brought together the toasty scent of olive oil and the flavor of the pasta, balanced beautifully by the mild saltiness of shirasu (baby sardines) and a subtle kick from the chili.

Though it looks simple, the dish was perfectly balanced — flavorful, satisfying, and delicious to the very last bite. 🍝✨

The atmosphere inside

From the outside, the place looks like a cozy restaurant tucked away in a little forest — surrounded by greenery and full of natural charm. 🌿

Inside, the atmosphere is calm and elegant, with a refined, grown-up vibe.

From the counter seats, you can watch the chef at work, which makes the waiting time feel enjoyable rather than long. 👨‍🍳✨

The soup was served first, and just as I finished it, the pasta arrived — perfectly timed.
That thoughtful service made the whole experience even more pleasant.

Features & Usability of Pizzeria Pico

Here’s a quick look at the dining scenes and facilities at Pizzeria Pico.

Recommended for different occasions

There’s a counter area, so it’s an easy spot to drop by even if you’re dining solo.
They also have terrace seating, which would be perfect for lunch on a sunny day. ☀️

I heard the menu changes with the seasons, so it’s the kind of place you can enjoy coming back to again and again.

Facilities

• Wi-Fi & Power supply: N/A
• Smoking: Smoke-free shop
• Payment method
  • Cash
  • Credit card (VISA, Master, JCB, American Express, UnionPay, Diners Club, Discover Card)
  • Apple Pay
  • iD
  • QUICPay
  • 交通系IC
  • PayPay
• Takeout: Available (You may bring your own pizza to Iris Bread & Coffee next door.）

Access & map

From Kuroiso Station (West Exit), take the left-side exit, turn right, and walk straight ahead.

Cross the pedestrian crossing in front of the Kuroiso Station police box.

Turn left, and walk straight ahead – Passing Kanel Bread and Iris Bread & Coffee, you’ll find Pizzeria Pico on your right.

Summary｜Who I recommend Pizzeria Pico for

• For those who love Italian dishes that highlight the natural flavors of the ingredients
• For anyone craving authentic wood-fired pizza

I left feeling completely satisfied — and honestly, I can’t wait to come back and try their pizza next time! 🍕