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.

Wow! This charming restaurant is located in a small little area with beautiful views. We ended up…read morebeing the only diners for lunch and we loved every second of our visit. Both women working were so kind and helpful. We had a table right next to the window, which was opened to experience the perfect weather and see the beautiful views. For antipasti we ordered the artichoke flan with chicken liver. This has fresh artichoke from their garden and it was so delicious! For primi we had the ravioli with pesto and Pici cacio e Pepe, both of which were very good. Secondi we had Tuscan sausages and grilled steak with a side of grilled veggies. Everything wonderful and perfectly cooked. For dessert we tried their cantucci with vin santo and the tiramisu. The tiramisu was one of the best I've ever had and the cantucci good, the vin santo very strong! This was my favorite meal during our time in Tuscany and I hope to visit again in the future.

Best spaghetti ragu and steak I ever had. Cute restaurant with wonderful views. Our food was…read moredelicious and there was a great ambiance.

The entrance is through the bar (I did walk around the building before understanding!). There is an…read moreinside room but I recommend the big terrace at the back of the building: Very nice and quiet (depending on your neighboor of course). My wife and one of the server being both from Colombia, we received a very friendly service. If you are a meat lover, you should not be disappointed: the meat is cut and grilled in front of you. Meat can be purchased based on weight. They also have a wine card with about 900 wines starting with local 12 € bottle to over 60 € bottles.

This was an unexpected surprise! We stayed down the road at Castel Monastero whose food is a bit…read moretoo fancy and too high priced for my taste. This place is amazing! The food was fast, rich and delicious. Large portions for a great price. Highly highly recommend. Cute, relaxed, worth every penny.

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

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

We discovered this charming enoteca while walking the through the medieval hilltop town of Radda in…read moreTuscany. It was time for pranzo (lunch), and the menu posted outside was appealing. Sadly, after we were seated, we learned that they did not have the one dish that most of us wanted -- Zuppa Toscana Riboltita (Tuscan soup made with cabbage, beans and crusty bread). For my lunch, I enjoyed Cinghiale in Umido (wild boar stew) and Verdure al Forno (baked mixed vegetables). The house red wine was fine. The restaurant itself was small but charming. Service was good.

David and staff, Gracie! Lovely dinner for us on a Monday night. Reservations are a must. As we…read moresaw him turn away two couples because it's a small place and enjoyably so. We had the Rich salad (see photos) for our anti pasta and pici cacio e pepe also Pasta alla Giovannino for our second dishes. No room for mains after that and saved room for desserts. The wine list is good and if you need more just purchase a bottle from shelf or ask the owners.

Ristorante La Bottega (Volpaia / Radda in Chianti)…read more Volpaia is a wonderful small hamlet that should be on everyone's must see village list when visiting Tuscany. Although the town has less than 30 permeant residents, it has one of the more interesting wineries in the area, Castello di Volpaia. Following a very worthwhile wine tour, we had lunch at La Bottega. The restaurant has a great outdoor seating area which overlooks the valley next to Volpaia. The view was wonderful and relaxing. The service was very prompt. The meal was solid. Overall, a good choice when visiting Volpaia.

Definitely YES, great food, service and unforgettable Tuscany views. We ordered raviolis,…read moreflorentina steak paired with Chanti wine. A place to visit more than one time!!!

This place is...chef's kiss...molto bene...it slaps; however you communicate that the food is Just…read more That. GOOD! We stumbled upon this while driving from Florence city center to the Tuscan countryside (USA tourists;) and yelp led us right. A limited menu with a few different tasting menus, we went à la carte and had the exploding raviolis and boar tagliatelle and they were both SO SO SO DELICIOUS! Small-er, but well appointed art deco-type decor...with one waitress and one sommelier...the wine recommendations were perfect! Things that sounded 'different' than what we are used to, just worked...and worked perfectly. Don't negate this place for its limited menu or combinations that you might not be used to, give it a try bc EveryThing we put in our mouths was top notch. Truly deserving of its Michelin Star rating. It's really that good. A closed-minded me from my youth would have written it off based on its pretentious-sounding dishes, but older, open-minded me did me a favor. Yummy in my tummy. Satisfying. Delicious. Don't miss out!

Amaaaaaazing food here! House wine was wonderful. Cheese appetizer was perfect, and the gnocchi…read morespecial was beyond words it was so good. Very welcoming staff who stayed open late for us.

We had a delicious meal here. Calm dining. Room had a roaring fire. Prompt service…read more Bathrooms are in the way back. Very clean.

Promptly seated without a reservation. Incredibly friendly service. Beautiful ambience…read more Incredible food and the perfect insulation mista. That is saying a lot for anybody who loves Italian salads. The homemade pasta is out of this world. The wine list is complete. We never made it to a dessert, but they looked incredible. You cannot go wrong here. A special place that I will definitely visit again on our next visit to Montereggione.

Great place, amazing service and delicious food! A must try when visiting, everything was amazing!read more

Our lunch here was good, but not great. We split a tagliere, which I had been impatiently waiting…read morefor all trip. The meats were delicious, and I savored every last bite. However, neither of us were in love with the cheeses they chose. After eating so many flavorful cheeses throughout Tuscany, the cheeses they put on our board were quite bland, and the various crostini were bland as well. The board itself is gorgeous, a real feast for the eyes. I think it looked better than it tasted, which is why I'm only giving this place 3 stars. Size-wise, it's just right. I believe we got a medium board, and it was the perfect amount of food for two hungry people. The price was reasonable, and the restaurant itself is very eclectic. It looks like a narrow deli/bar at the front (which is where you order), but if you go all the way to the back of the restaurant, it feels like you're in an old Victorian house, and there is a nice view from the window. We enjoyed relaxing here and chatting over our tagliere even if it didn't wow us.