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

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.

The food and the service was excellent. My favorite was seafood pasta with pistachios. The seafood…read morewas very fresh.

Found this restaurant on Yelp, encouraged by another review. The pasta was delicious, and the…read moreservice top notch. I greatly recommend for an Italian seafood dinner. The prices were very reasonable.

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!!!

Osteria la Botte is a hidden gem within the quaint little town of Vagliagli. Hands down the best…read moremeal we had in Italy! My husband and I joke that we are self-proclaimed food critics, but really we're not hard to please. In general we like simple but creative meals that let fresh ingredients shine, and Osteria la Botte truly delivered. The owner and chef Laura combines Tuscan tradition with contemporary flare, and puts a personal, thoughtful touch into every dish. Not only did she create and prepare each plate, but came by regularly to check in and even explained the history/origin of several dishes and their ingredients. We had amazing classics like Panzanella, Pici Cinghiale, Coniglio, and an absolutely incredible Tiramisu. Osteria la Botte is a must if you are staying in the Chianti/Siena region. Be advised the Osteria is often confused with the neighboring Ristorante, La Taverna di Vagliagli, but these are separate establishments. For incredible ambiance, wonderful service and an amazing Tuscan food experience choose Osteria la Botte.

From the owner: Piccola osteria cucina locale e nazionale con prodotti di primissima qualitaread more

went for our welcome dinner then another time and both times were amazing! great service, amazing…read morefood. nice ambience. the cheesecake was so insanely good, it was unlike any cheesecake i have ever had!! 10/10 cheesecake!!!

This is a rather large restaurant and we chose it because many of the tables were full as we walked…read moreby. We ordered aperol and limoncello spritzes and they were tasty. As we were in Tuscany we felt we had to order the Istecca Fiorentina beefsteak which is a Tuscan specialty. The waiter said that for 3 people we should order at least 1.2 kg! This turned out to be a perfect amount of this rare grilled beef. We also had a side salad, pumpkin and bread which were all good. It's a charming space with bricked, arched ceilings. Service was slow after the food was delivered so went to the counter for the check but otherwise everything was good.

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

What a cute little place! My wife and I went here in May, it was not too crowded, but filled up…read morepretty quick because it is relatively small with a limited amount of tables. It has a great atmosphere with brick arches and a very homestyle feel. The menu was relatively small and handwritten however, the food was amazing! I had rabbit and my wife had a beef stew, both were outstanding. The service was excellent, and the waiter did his best to help translate for us. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Best meal I have had in all of Italy. We stumbled soup on this local restaurant while exploring…read moreSiena and decided to give it a shot. Doesn't look like much but the food and staff make it worth your while. Everyone is incredibly kind and helpful to explain the menu the best they can and the quality of the food is to die for. I almost left crying because of how amazing my pasta was. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Siena and wanting a simple but authentic Italian meal without dealing that is a good price!

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.

We have been in Tuscany for 4 days and eaten here 3 times because the food is truest amazing and…read morethe people here are wonderful and kind. My mom asked for anchovies and they were out the first night, but every night after that they would remember her and bring anchovies. I was very impressed by the excellent service. And If you are lucky the "mayor" of the town a dog named Charlie will come say hi in exchange for the a few scratches behind his ears. Also, walking up to the restaurant is a great view. Listen for the bells of the sheep in the distance and look for fireflies if it is summertime. Enjoy!

This hidden gem was established in 1968 so if you've been traveling the hill towns and missed this…read moreyou'll want to schedule a redo. To get here you drive way down an unassuming little road and park in an unassuming small gravel lot where you may be met with a neighborhood welcome dog. You'll then need to walk a short distance (less than 10 minutes) up a steep hill to this pinpoint size hill neighborhood. You really can't miss Trattoria Albana although you'll scratch your head and think ... are we here?! is this is?! You're there. It's it. Eat outside, if you can. Expect the Owner Chef to visit you. This is a Tuscano landmark. Linger and be Grateful. Go hungry and enjoy the home cooked love. Call first if you can to make sure they're open. Traveler Note: Cash is helpful if possible just because reception is so bad up there the Square can be finicky for credit cards. But they always make it work. If you seek authentic hill town experiences, you must give Trattoria Albana your business.