What a delightful stop for lunch! We were looking for a late lunch as we drove to our destination…read morein Tuscany and decided to stop here because of convenience. It turned out to be a Michelin awarded restaurant and we were about to be treated to a simple, amazing meal of fingering potatoes, arugula salad with stunning balsamic vinegar, and fresh pasta. We enjoyed sparkling water because we had a long evening of celebrating with friends and family ahead of us. The service was stellar and the atmosphere was relaxing, beautiful, and elegant. I've been making fingerling potatoes like the dish I enjoyed here once I got home. Our timing was off when we passed by again or else we would have stopped for another beautiful meal. Highly recommend!

This place was a 10/10 across the board. We came back twice because the food was so good and staff…read morewere amazing. They've had Michelin stars in the past but not this year but it was still amazing quality food. The first night I had the duck and I wanted more of it along with the pears and slaw. Tagliatelle also delicious and we came back to try the Florentine steak. Couldn't really order a different temp bc that's how they eat it so I just went with it. Some pieces cook more bc of the hot skillet. Carbonara wasn't on the menu but we decided to ask the Chef and he made it for us. Also absolutely perfect and well made. The inside was very nice and classic Italian decor, romantic and perfect for a date night.

This is a fantastic spot to have lunch or dinner. The soups are amazing and wine and service just…read moreas wonderful. I am GF and loved my Mediterranean soup with quinoa. Can't wait to come back.

Amazing restaurant! Highly recommended. The service and rooms are great for groups of 6-8 the food…read moreis typical Roman. Great meats and pastas. Excelente wine selection. Must reserve.

What a gem of a place. This is as local and authentic as you can get. It's a father/son…read moreestablishment that is welcoming and accommodating. We started off with the deep fried sage/zucchini and the bell peppers with chick peas. Both were delicious and like nothing we'd ever eaten before. The sage was crispy and came with a bean dip similar to refried beans. The bell pepper and chickpea dish was flavorful and delicious. We then shared the risotto with pesto, the crab ravioli and their signature dish, tagliatelle with truffles and guanciale. All were delicious, especially the tagliatelle. Portions were adequate and filling. We ended the meal with the white cream and chocolate sauce and the salted caramel with chocolate. The white cream is like panna cotta without the gelatin. It was light and creamy. I suspect it had some marscapone. The salted caramel was like a rich chocolate cake and was served warm. What a lovely meal. Will definitely return if we are ever back in the area. Highly recommend.

Such a lovely hidden find in the quaint hill town of Siena! We had a little trouble locating it in…read morethe alley on a rainy day, but the interior had a cute interior and covered patio, where we sat. After a few spritzes (15 euro each), we split an osso buco raviolo with seared fois gras and truffle flakes which was delicious and filling. We were hunkering for something other than pasta, pizza or steak, so had the delicious hamburger with pecorino cheese, served perfectly rare (20). It came with nice French fries and hit the spot. We were seated next to the owner, a pleasant New Yorker with the cutest dachound Julietta. The restaurant is a bit more expensive than the trattorias but well worth it.

Everyone will tell you to order the burger here, and they're absolutely right. Surprisingly, the…read morebest burger I've ever eaten was the Bandita Burger at this Pienza restaurant. While the beef patty itself is exceptional, what elevates this dish is the generous layer of melted pecorino cheese on top. The truffle butter pasta is equally outstanding. The pasta tastes unmistakably fresh and handmade, with rich truffle butter coating every strand perfectly. Together, these two dishes easily satisfy two diners, especially since the burger comes with a side of fries. La Bandita Townhouse is a must-visit when in Pienza. Just remember to make a reservation in advance, particularly for dinner service.

This is our favorite restaurant in san quirico d'orcia. Both…read morethe food and service are exceptional. Sit on the back patio, the tree canopy creates great ambiance

We arrived into this quaint town rather late in the evening and missed the grocery hours. Needing…read moresomething to nourish us, we chose the restaurant closest to our AirBnB. So glad we did! Although it was very busy (and we didn't have a reservation,which is HIGHLY recommended!) we were given the option to dine outside on a plastic-enclosed patio. (We had our sweaters and rain jackets and were warm enough). The menu is extensive and offered many foods we hadn't seen on an Italian menu yet. Two in our party of four ordered the bruschetta and two different red sauce pizzas. Crusts were thin, delicious and the sauce didn't have much garlic...a very welcome surprise! The pistachio ravioli was out of this world delish! The white sauce pizza was okay and different from anything we've had. The service was good (they didn't want to come outside, because it was chilly...totally understandable!). The local wines were very tasty, and the menu prices were quite reasonable! We are planning to go back this evening for another taste!

Food was excellent and the staff was incredibly friendly. The rigatoni and the tagliatelle with…read moreragu were two out of our favorite pasta dishes throughout our Italy trip. Highly recommend

We read good reviews online for this place, but it was a bit disappointing. Service was super…read moremediocre but they charged us $5 euro for service gnocchi was so so so salty. Like is salt free here or what? Plenty of space in this restaurant. Cheese plate was good with some cheese I never had before. Out of all the pasta places I been to in Italy, this is my least favorite

Outstanding food and service. Friendly staff. I highly recommend! Make reservationsread more

Food is fabulous, centrally located in Siena Italy. Very reasonable and with several vegetarian…read moreoptions.

So behind on my reviews...having to much fun and phone service was out for a few days…read more Dining at La Taverna di San Giuseppe is was one of the coolest dining experiences ever. Our server told us that this previously a cave. How often do you get to dine in a cave? The inside of the restaurant is of this stone like space. We were immediately captivated. While it does not currently have a Michelin rating, we were told it previously had a Micheline rating. The atmosphere is that of a cave...cool, a little damp, and intimate. San Guiseppe has wine cellar, according to staff, date back. We felt totally and complete immersed in history and that was only the building. centuries of Sienese life. The cuisine honors Tuscan tradition while elevating it through precision and care. Each dish showcases excellent ingredients and confident execution, embracing regional flavors rather than reinventing them. San Guissppe feature traditional dishes such as handmade pasta, rich sauces, and tenders meats showcasing distinct flavors with bold seasoning. We order lasaguna and cheese salad...absolutely superb! Our servers were superior...waiting on you hand and foot. You did not ask for anything as it was already there. Our server, Marco, was kind, humorous and knowledgeable. Since it was our first time to the restaurant he was super patient and informative regarding menu items. La Taverna di San Giuseppe has s long-term Michelin recognition for a reason...superior food and excellent service in a very unique space. We savored every bite and sip we consumed in San Giuseppe. When we are in Tuscany again, we will make a beeline for this restaurant.

Taverna di San Giuseppe was a disappointing meal for us, especially in a city with so many great…read moredining options. We ended up here by mistake (confused it with another spot), and unfortunately it didn't live up to expectations. The restaurant fills up with reservations for two seatings, and from the moment we sat down the pace felt rushed. We ordered drinks and a starter while deciding on the rest, but multiple staff members kept coming by trying to take our full order. It felt like they were pushing to move things along quickly. There were a couple positives. The chicken livers to start were quite tasty and something we didn't see often on other menus. The primi were underwhelming. The pasta didn't taste fresh like many other trattorias in Siena, and the dishes overall were just average. The lasagna in particular was mushy, and the sauces didn't stand out. The secondi were slightly better -- pork ribs, Barolo-braised beef, and a "small chicken" -- but still nothing that justified the higher prices. They do have an underground wine cellar built into a cave, which is interesting to see, but there are other places in Siena with much larger and more impressive cellar spaces. Also worth noting, they add a "10% tax" charge rather than the typical €2 coperto per person. Overall, a rushed and fairly mediocre meal at a higher price point. With so many better places to eat in Siena, this is one I'd skip.

Down slippery steps in the rain, but worth the risk!…read more We did have reservations which meant we had deuce in the corner of the room where we could people watch. They started us off with a complimentary Prosecco and a little portion of bean soup. So welcoming! My partner ordered the Ravioli with fresh shaved truffles and I tried their potato gnocchi with fabulous cherry tomatoes. It may be my favorite meal in four weeks of traveling around Italy. Claudio, the chef came by and we talked about the restaurant business and he even recommended a Mexican restaurant in Palm Desert which we will try. Finished with a special concoction of cocoa powder milk and two other ingredients that made for a nice digestivo. You can sit outside if you prefer

We were looking for an authentic Umbrian meal and this place delivered! From the alley to the…read morerestaurant to the welcome Prosecco it was perfect! The service was impeccable and the food was delicious. After dinner a shot of chocolate liquor was offered. Prices were reasonable.

The food is absolutely phenomenal. Everything was good…read more Service was only slightly slow (by New York standards), but average for Italy. Ambiance is very Etruscan, and very traditional. We had medieval soup, prior to western food items like potatoes, tomatoes, and chocolate. Really, really good with spices, imported by Marco Polo. The local wine (Chianti) is awesome, particularly the 2015-2016 year variety.

If you are looking for something other than pizza & pasta, try La Solita Zuppa! Seasonal specials…read moreincluding a variety of soups, vegetable and meat dishes...Charming interior as well as exterior patio seating!