We went to this place because Obama went and said it was great so of course we had to see for…read moreourselves. The apple cake was the best, everything else was great as well. Service was a bit easy breezy (slow) but it was okay because I was with my girls! The wine was great as well. Shout-out Obama.

This was my first meal in Siena and it was just okay. The staff was so kind and helpful so I…read moreappreciate that. As someone who is GF, I also liked that they provided a separate selection of bread and separated our appetizers to avoid contamination. We shared a selection of entrees. The antipasto platter was a hit with all!! A friend ordered the spaghetti with anchovy and said it was very fishy. I ordered the risotto and it was okay but not super flavorful. I liked the apples with the pork chop; they had great, balanced flavor. We loved the adorable dog that joined the table next to us!

Were able to snag an outside table walk in but certainly they fill up quickly and a reservation…read moreprobably would have been better. We grabbed a bottle of wine on a warmer June afternoon after a day of exploring, which was definitely refreshing. The location isn't much as it overlooks a pretty bare piazza. The service can be a bit on the slower side, especially when I walked in and tried to get the bill. But still if you're able to get a table it's a pretty quaint wine bar. It seemed like they had some flights/tastings, which would have been an interesting option.

Title: Great wine selection, but disappointing service from our server Noemi…read moreWe visited Enoteca Pitti Gola because it was recommended by Wine Spectator, and the wine list truly is impressive -- an extensive and well-curated selection of Italian wines. We were two couples and went for some wine and light snacks. When we arrived, there wasn't a table available for four, so we had to sit separately. Once a table behind our friends became available, we asked to move so we could sit closer together, but our server, Noemi, wasn't very accommodating and seemed somewhat annoyed by the request. We mentioned that we wanted to share a few dishes and asked about portion sizes, but Noemi didn't explain things clearly and wasn't very friendly. She insisted the plates weren't meant for sharing, which turned out not to be true. The wine itself was excellent, and the snacks were good -- but the overall service from Noemi felt unfriendly and not very customer-oriented. I'd still recommend the place if you're interested in trying great Italian wines, but be aware that the service experience may not match the quality of the wine.

It's a perfect little spot to catch lunch outside or have a bottle of wine to people watch. There…read morewere only two tings that I didn't like; one of which I don't think the restaurant has much control over. That being said, the first thing was the service. It's rather slow. I don't know if it's slow to me because crazy Americans think everything should be faster than not. So I wish I could give half stars. They are super nice ..,it just took a while to get my order in. The second thing that I don't think they can control is the people who walk around trying to sell you something. They're a bit aggressive. With me looking like them, they beelined for me the two times we sat there near the entrance. So I suggest sitting inside away from that because they can't come in. There is this little cute table that we sat at that is on the edge of the inside but the window is a roll up window giving you access to the outside patio. That is where the can still get to you but can't come all the way in....except this one lady. She stepped all the way in....i was shocked. And got aggressive with me when I told her no thank you. The trick?...they told me "I'm beautiful" "like your natural hair..." and since they liked me, they said "I give to you..." and handed me two bracelets and a fan. I said no thank you and she kept shouting "excuse me...I give to you..." I set them on the table and she gave me the son story of being pregnant and since she give to me, I should give to her for the gift. I said no one final time and she snatched everything off the table and left...FINALLY. Ugh. So not sure if the restaurant can do more but they need to.

Al fresco along the Arno is unmatched, so the ambiance was perfect for dinner. The streets weren't…read moretoo crowded, so I sat in peace and people-watched. My servers were helpful by answering my questions. My pasta dish was just okay and that's where the one star was lost. I cannot recall what the name of my appetizer was, but it was lamb and very flavorful! I would eat there again.

Our second time to Verrazzano and partook in a tasting/lunch this time. It was one of the best…read moretastings/lunches we've had. The staff is so nice and knowledgeable - Rebecca was great. The castle itself of course is lovely and so picturesque. Recommend when in Tuscany!

This was an amazing tour and total experience! Our tour guide, representative, wine educator, etc…read morewas excellent! Her knowledge of the property, the amazing history, and wine was so very nicely portrayed in her excellent tour. The history here is stunning too. Wines were so very good that we bought a case to be shipped back home, to the states. Check on buying wine, as they price it with shipping. The property is gorgeous and historic! Highly recommend this particular winery to visit and tour when visiting the area!

Food: Not super impressed by their dishes this time around. Their spaghetti wasn't anything special…read moreand their chicken starter was way too dry and flavorless. The only dish that was worthy of coming back for was the grilled beef as it was cooked perfectly and the Chianti Classico reduction was the perfect combo to a juicy beef! Their peach tart was good, but the crust was a bit too hard. Service: The kindest and most attentive staff! Ambiance: Location is amazing and the castle itself is beautiful!

This incredible vineyard and winery was one of our stops on our wine excursion through the Chianti…read moreregion of Tuscany. This is a gorgeous property and the wine was so tasty I ended up purchasing and shipping some bottles home. We were given a tour of the vineyards and then we enjoyed a private lunch in the villa. We felt so important, like royalty almost! If memory serves me right, we enjoyed a light plate with fresh salami and cheese. The main course was a meat lasagna that was so delectable. I could not stop eating. Add the wine and we were all happy! I would love to return here someday as the views from the vineyards were amazing, the staff were very kind and our whole experience was definitely five star!

Incredible! Just a perfect dinner with delicious appetizers, main course that was delicious and…read moreplentiful, lovely waitress Alexia who took superb care of us, and perfect wine and dessert. We have been in several high end prestigious restaurants around Italy, and LOVED this one just as much if not more. Very authentic!

Had a great meal here (see photos). Attentive service. I arrived fifteen minutes before they opened…read morebut they gave me water and glass of wine and let me wait inside. Creative, beautifully presented dishes. Nice location on the piazza.

In terms of wine, it was better than what you will get by the glass at most osterias. And you'd…read morebetter get a board, the flights have a lot of wine. I really appreciated a chance to get some good examples of Tuscan styles side by side. Yeah, it's E25, but it's far better than 4 of the E6 glasses you'll get elsewhere, plus the portions on the boards are very generous. Honestly, the "snack" size could serve 2. I really wanted to just sit and read a book and drink wine for an hour, and this perfectly fit the bill. One star minus because the whole place has one dude to make boards, pour wine, explain wine, and run the front bottle shop. I know Italian service is slower, but oof.

While staying nearby we stopped in hear for an afternoon glass of wine before heading back to out…read moreroom to get ready for dinner. The place was packed and it appeared they only had one guy working there. He was trying his best to get to everyone, but there were delays. Yet, he still smiled and worked hard to make sure guests were taken care of. Their wine selection is very nice; they offer flights, glasses, or bottles. If you're into wine, it's a nice place to stop!

From the outside looking in I was confused about this place. It sells items like candle holders,…read moredecor, etc as well as wine and fresh food options. They even have a small window where people on the street can order as well. Wasn't expecting much but everything was delicious. We got the warm pate which was basically a bowl of pate and unlimited bread. Delicious. My kids enjoyed their pasta and looking around the shop while we ate. Great low key place for a family.

Lunch with Andrea and Gregorio at their quaint Dispensary is pretty much everything you picture…read morewhen you imagine Tuscany. Nestled into charming, little Strada in Chianti, among the rolling hills of vineyards and olive groves, the restaurant/deli has a beautiful, cozy indoor space that you'll want to linger at for hours. They also have a gorgeous outdoor garden area, but it was a little too chilly to sit outside during our visit the first weekend in March. Upon arrival, Andrea and his warmly wife greeted us and our dog. (Have I mentioned lately that I love how dog friendly Italy is?!?) Once seated, we were told the offerings for the day -- there are no menus here -- and settled on a tagliere and pappardelle with wild boar ragu. Plus a local wine, because... duh... we're in Chianti, people! The tagliere that Gregorio presented us was the best selection of meat and cheeses that we've had during our time in Italy. (And, we've had A LOT of meat and cheese in our first 8-months here.) We ordered the board for 2 people but it could have easily served 5. The warm foccacia it came with was like little, salty pillows from heaven. Not to be over shadowed, the cinghiale pasta was also to die for! The ragu was so rich and savory, with hints of cinnamon and cloves. Mmmmmm! We wrapped up our meal with a couple desserts -- a cheesecake with chocolate and a mascarpone and pear dish. Both were light and airy, the perfect compliment to a heavy antipasti and primi. The complementary vin santo washed it all down and helped us start to digest. Perfect in every single way! We'll remember this meal for a long time to come. If in the Chianti area, don't miss a visit with Andrea and Gregorio!