This place was amazing! It's such a cute hole in the wall spot with a really homey feel. As a…read moretourist, it felt like a really authentic Italian experience with true tuscan cuisine (as seen as we were surrounded by locals). First, the staff was so incredibly helpful, kind and attentive which is always great to find!! The burrata and pepper starter was absolutely delicious and packed full of tomato flavor. Free bruschetta was also provided during the meal and it was one of the best i've had, more finely chopped than most bruschettas! The gnocchi was cooked perfectly and the lasagna was pretty solid as well. I also highly recommend the pistachio dessert! It's not just gelato as it has a gooey warm center and a cookie base but it was even better than expected. I love this place and would go back in a heart beat!

This is the type of hidden gem place we were looking for. Pictures say a thousand words, look at my…read moreimages to see our food and the views we had while eating it. The service was also Five stars for sure.

One of our favorite and most special nights in Tuscany. The food was spectacular from appetizers to…read moredesserts and Julio and Eduardo were amazing hosts. The atmosphere was warm and we had just a wonderful evening. Do not miss stopping at this restaurant if you are in the area!

Very nice people and patio. But the food is uneven, with some plates lovely and the other ones…read moreunder-sauced, flavored, or otherwise lacking. There are several better places in the area. If you go, skip the antipasti, get the gnocchi (either type), and focus on veggies and beans as sides.

I don't write reviews often, but this was truly a splendid experience. The ambience was super laid…read moreback and the food was incredible (carbonara to die for, smoked pork chop will melt in your mouth)! Katia was absolutely electric - very passionate, spunky, and personable!! 5 stars and more!! Xoxo Mr. Carbonara

Food was excellent. Service was very slow (though friendly)…read more The pizza using course the specialty and they have many types. Very thin, so easy for kids to eat a whole pizza. We also had a salad and cheese plate as well as desserts that were good. The patio seating is nice unless there is a smoker nearby (which is not uncommon). We didn't have an issue though. The only downside was the incredibly slow service.

Incredibly good pizza and service. We stopped by La Vecchia Piazza for a more casual meal after…read moremany evenings of formal dining. It appeared that the place was full of locales as we seemed to be the only English speaking patrons. The two pizzas, one margharita and one eggplant, were a true delight and the service/hospitality was even better. We would definitely recommend without hesitation. The best pizza that we've ever had in Italy and we have had plenty. Best wishes.

The best pizza in Tuscany…read more I came here on a summer night and it felt like a foreign film; Italian families dining amongst the rolling hills of Tuscany, toasting one another with wine and generally enjoying life in a way that's somehow so effortless in Italy when the weather is warm. My Florentine companions tried to keep the constituent ingredients of the lardo pizza from me, thinking that I might be turned off by cured strips of fatback. (Boy, were they wrong!) When I squeezed the secret out of them I was even more excited to eat this pizza (which you should not miss). One of the most magical nights I've spent in Italy was dinner at Palazzo Pretorio. Absolutely worth the short trip from the center of Florence!

This charming restaurant tucked into a side alley of one of Chianti's most picturesque villages,…read moreSan Donato in Poggio, has a wonderful terrace overlooking a gorgeous view of the Tuscan hills. The menu is by and large neopolitan, which is fine by me because I happen to love the food of the South and it's a welcome change from the local fare. This is the best - I repeat: The Best Pizza in the entire area, bar none. If pizza is your thing, this is your place when you are in Chianti! My only criticism here is the service. While Giovanni, the pizziaiuolo, is an artist and all 'round great guy, the waitresses are slow and about as disineterested as can be. Try and get one of them to even pretend she cares! If the owners could clamp down on them, they'd have a perfect spot here (and 5 stars from me!)

A truly lovely first night in Tuscany and particularly since we were admitted (a table of 4) on a…read moreSaturday night without reservation. Creative yet rustic dishes of a tremendous variety, mainly offering wonderful bites. Our 14 year old is quite picky and yet adored the Ravioloni tradizionali al pomodo fresco con gelato al basilico so much we ordered her a second portion. Other highlights: Cubetti di maiale caramellati al forno con gelato alle senapi di Digione - unctuous and surprisingly Asian in flavor Tartara di Chianina con gelato alle senapi di Dijone- the horseradish gelato was a wonderful surprise Homemade pici with ancient grain flour with Val di Chiana garlic Rabbit in florentine way with spinach Ricotta cheesecake- wow, cheesecake has never been this good! Typical Siena cake with almonds honey candieds and spices The service went from a bit unhappy with us at the start (perhaps they underestimated our appetites as we were without a booking) but became quite friendly by the end. The interior art is lovely if you can't sit in the garden, so don't worry, and I loved the platters and linens.

Worth the drive!! Food is fantastic…read moreService top notch. Ambiance is incredible. . Next time we are back in italy we will be coming here for sure.

Please look at their Google reviews. This place is a 4.7 with over 800 reviews…read more The owner Paulo was an amazing host and made us feel very welcoming. Right as we walked in and suggested what foods to pick and how to eat it traditionally. The daughters were super nice and served us The food was insanely good. I had locals in florence tell me to try a restaurant in Chianti area.. this place is insane! The flavor was much better than food in florence. You must try this place

Excellent food, reasonable prices, friendly staff (Paolo, Roxanne, Virginia, Gloria!!!!)…read more Cappuccino , lunch, dinner....... Can't beat it!

Neat little place that we have visited a few times. Their pizza crusts a more in the thin side and…read morein my opinion, a bit unique. Lots of toppings and 3 sizes to cover most appetites. Service is friendly and efficient. For me the highlight here is the dessert pizza. It's a Nutella and strawberry delight!

This restaurant is wonderful!! The young man who makes the pizzas is a pizza genius!! Wonderful…read moreflavors and excellent service. Their house wine is great, as is their salad. We will definitely be coming back!!

Absolutely charming osteria in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa. We were the only non-Italian patrons during…read morethe 2.5 hours we were inside. 8-9 tables indoors & several outdoor tables. We ordered the salami platter for antipasti, a yummy pappardelle pasta & lamb with vegetables + a bottle of Chianti. All for 49 euros. Delicious & savory. We would go back. The owners/chef are a darling, friendly older couple. They speak a tiny bit of English but mostly Italian. A wonderful local place worth the visit!