Dinner on day 1 with Culture Discovery Vacations. Zucchini carpaccio was fresh and tasty. Patatoes…read moretortellini with pork was excellent. And then grilled meats. Especially liked the pollo. On the next day we had our first cooking class with Chef Simonetta. She was wonderful. We made sausage and stracchino cheese crostini, gnudi, ossobuco, and almond contucci. And lots of wine. Gnudi was the highlight.

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!!!

OUTSTANDING experience!! All of the members at this restaurant were friendly and kind. We arrived…read morein a downpour and staff opened the doors for us slightly before they were open for the evening . Staff provided recommendations for our meals and beverages. We even had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with the chef. An absolute must when visiting Tuscany!

I have some very mixed feelings about this restaurant. My husband and I hired a driver for the day…read morein Chianti to take us to some wineries, and he drove us here between the wineries for lunch. When we first pulled up, I was kind of excited because it was located on a hill and I was hoping for good views, but when we walked in, it was an ambiance killer. The patio area was in a bit of disarray, the patio was not open, but enclosed by glass windows that were cracked and the view was obstructed by bushes. We could see into the yard where there was an old foosball table, and a few other things, making it look a bit like a rummage sale. I honestly almost told the driver to take us away. It took us some time to get served which didn't make me any happier ,as I didn't want to waste my time there. When we did start to get served, it became obvious that it was family-owned, and the chef took pride in his food as he told us about the specials of the day. I chose a stuffed capellinni that was served with a smoked pumpkin sauce. The chef explained to me that the pumpkin had been smoked for six hours. My husband chose the trout that was cooked three ways. Afterward, they even brought him a trout fritter. I walked inside the restaurant to find the restroom. The inside of the restaurant was actually very cute with a campy, rustic feel with a lovely fireplace. It was much nicer than the patio. After lunch, the owner brought us some complimentary drinks and chocolates. At first, I thought is was grappa, but it seemed to be more of a homemade fermented tea. I really didn't care for it, but I thought it was a nice way to end a meal and showed the restaurant cared for customers. This place has potential, but they really need to take care of the patio area, and clean up the yard. I don't think I would ever go back, but it does seem to be a popular place with the locals.

This restaurant has the most beautiful location in all of Rodda in Tuscany. A beautiful outdoor…read morepatio, high-end steak grill and beautiful Vista. An incredible vista!!!Unfortunately, on the night we went. The service was poor, we were told by three waiters it was their first day, and that the head maître d' was sick (not information that should be share with guests, but I am not a local). The service was extremely slow, not up to the standards of a restaurant like this. Our food came out between 30 minutes and an hour and a half after ordering. That is one meal came out after 30 minutes and one meal came 90 minutes after it was ordered. We were told that since we did not have reservations, we should expect such a service, premium service (all food arriving at the same time) is exclusive to people with reservations, however, we did notice guests that had reservations getting their own utensils and menus an a bit annoyed. Some of the food was very good, unfortunately, not all. One dish was described as Wildboar. It tasted, to us like beef, poor quality beef at that (good enough for Americans). The staff insisted that the meat was high quality wild-boar and we were not sophisticated enough to know the difference. (We are sure it was not boar) Please try it, I assume they're service is going to be much better than the night we dined, it was a pretty epic failure on the wait staff and kitchen. This place does have the most epic Tuscan view.

The restaurant is in Radda and has a wonderful view from the Terrace. The prices seem to be below…read moreother tourist restaurants in Radda. The food is fresh and tastes nice, portions could be bigger. The service is very friendly and fast, could not be much better. Best is the view over the valley, very nice at sundown.

Food was amazing - we didn't have a reservation but they fit us in - service was wonderful and I…read morewould highly recommend

We were so eager to try Osteria di Casa Chianti that we kept making reservations "Too early" (3xs…read moreto be exact). Nonetheless, getting a reservation within their allotted window was actually quite easy. As soon as we arrived, we KNEW the sunset would be unrivaled. It was the perfect Tuscan sunset. I'll start with the food: fantastic. We had the ragu, a beef filet, steak carpaccio, and marinated tomatoes. zero complaints - everything was perfectly simple and truly delicious. The service was next level: from the giant glass of digestif presented to my father-in-law for his birthday to the round of complimentary desserts and limoncello, the service was full of joy! As we left, our server was sharing some personal tales with us. He really bonded with my father-in-law and ended up gifting him a bottle of wine that had familial significance/connection between us! We were so grateful for this special experience and have the signed bottle sitting out still today. If you want a great meal, with an incredible view, and even better service, hurry over to Osteria di Casa Chianti!

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.

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.

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

I'm not even sure where to begin, so I'm going to start with gratitude. I'm grateful that I live a…read morelife where I was able to take a tour of this picturesque winery tucked into a Tuscan hillside, followed by an absurdly delicious four hour lunch complete with ALL THE WINE. Look, I've been wine tasting before. I'm cultured. I usually go to the bathroom in the bathroom. But I was completely unprepared for this lunch. Partially because my friends who booked it didn't tell us we were tasting wine at a Michelin starred restaurant (and partially because I was deeply hungover from all the wine I "tasted" the night before). In any case, I was not at my best when I arrived. But the hospitality here is unmatched. They welcomed us in like we were guests in their home, offering espresso and anything else we needed before the informative and interesting tour of the monastery where they make and store the wine, including the 1000 year old rooms where they used to smoke meat, and store food. The entire estate is absolutely gorgeous. We were here in May, and everything was blooming. They have an incredible garden in the back which I assume provides much of the produce for our meals, and you can taste the quality and the freshness in their "garden's fresh salad" which was one of the five courses on our menu (that in reality looked and tasted like no salad I've ever seen). This menu underpromised, and the staff overdelivered. While there were five courses, there were also several bites, and tastes, and dips, and even mini-sandwiches of anchovy and butter and dehydrated chicken essence that blew my mind. By the time we finished the incredible cannelloni with roasted beef sauce, and started on the duck l'orange, we were bursting at the seams. I cursed my mother for instilling in me a need to finish everything that was put in front of me, but I was never not going to eat that airy focaccia paired with the silkiest olive dip you've ever seen. One of my friends joked (I think), "If they bring us any more food I'm burning this place to the ground." And of course, every bit of this food was paired with a fabulous wine from their estate. That monastery is filled with bottles of delicious chianti classico, tignanello, barolo, and more. It was amazing. It was excessive. I loved it all. It wasn't cheap, but it was worth it.

Enjoyed lunch in early October 2023, the multi course meal was exceptional, the wines served with…read moreeach course were outstanding and, the service was impeccable.

Our best meal in all of Italy! Visiting picturesque Tuscany only very briefly, I had my heart set…read moreon dining with sunset views overlooking vineyards and olive groves. Had we stuck to more touristy destinations we would have missed this hidden treasure! Tucked away off the beaten paths a charming village is home to this outstanding osteria, Il Rifugio del Chianti, Radda in Chianti, which serves delightful dishes made by hand, and served with love. The owner treats each guest with the warmth he would his own family, and his assistant is a delight! Their motto should be "come as strangers, leave as friends." From the location, to the atmosphere, to the service and of course the delicious homemade flavors -- don't hesitate choosing this for a memorable meal in paradise. Affordable and delicious!