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    Osteria dell'Orsa

    3.8 (124 reviews)
    ModerateBistros, Italian
    Closed 12:30 pm - 11:45 PM

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    OSTERIA DELL'ORSA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Tigelle + squaqarone
    Corianne M.

    Orsa holds a very special place in my heart. I used to come here all the time after class for a quick bite. It was the perfect place for students to go! Food was phenomenal and affordable. The service was great and ambiance was cozy. It's also right next to jukebox which is perfect for a quick drink! The only downside of this is that it's gotten super popular, especially with tourists, making it very difficult to go without a long wait. Pretty much have to go 20-30mins before opening to get a spot otherwise you'd be stuck with a 1-2+ hour wait. Still recommend going but it's definitely changed a lot!

    Cosmo W.

    What a great local place! I went with a group of friends, one whom is a local, and he recommended it, and boy, was he spot on! We arrived and they were full, but said they would have a table in 15 minutes or so, we ordered drinks and congregated outside while we waited. They have a large beer selection, and the bartender explained what they had, I had a local IPA which was incredibly tasty. Our tables became available, and we sat inside, the place has a lot of music-oriented stuff on the walls, ticket stubs, set lists, very interesting. You could also tell that everyone in the place was a local, no tourists. Our local friend ordered us a bunch of appetizers, which were huge and delicious. As a main, I ordered lasagna and a Caprese salad. Too much food, but it was all great! We were too full for dessert, but we did pass around a plate of Tiramasu, which was tasty as well. I would happily come here again, even if only for a drink!

    Tagliatelle with bolognese
    Anna S.

    This is a no fuss osteria offering Bologna classics. The first time I came here I got the tagliatelle with bolognese and the second time I got the lasagna. Service is really quick and they seem to turnover tables very efficiently so even if you get here and there's a wait, it's probably worth sticking around since it'll likely move fast. We were seated in the basement at one of the picnic tables and the food came out really quickly. The tagliatelle was absolutely delicious. The bolognese sauce was expertly made. We got a carafe of the house red wine which paired nicely. The total bill for two pasta entrees and six glasses of wine was around 30 euros. Can't beat it! The next time I went, I tried the lasagne. While I wasn't as big a fan of it, it was still really good. It was about 15 euros and a generous serving size.

    Waiting line
    yang x.

    My first eating restaurant in Bo! I tried the most popular Ragu. It's has nice flavor,although the noddle is a little bit undercooked for me.

    Dall'orsa Bolognese
    Emily G.

    Pros: Service is fast, staff is kind, crostini are flavorful and budget friendly. Cons: While the bolognese is picture perfect, it was bland and lacked flavor. Not even copious amounts of cheese could make it palatable. While I was hungry, I simply could not take more than two bites. This is not the bolognese your palette is craving, but more or less similar to a truck stop diner...in and out.

    Gnocchi with garlic breadcrumbs & tagliatelle w/ ragu
    Nikki M.

    A solid 3.5 stars. As most reviews have mentioned, it is casual dining place that is affordable and frequented by university students. We made a reservation just in case and noticed it was easier to get a table earlier in the evening. Even then, most diners were in and out and tables were turned over quickly. We were seated in the downstairs/basement area. Ordered the tagliatelle which was fresh and we enjoyed the texture of the pasta. Was it the best tagliatelle I've ever had? Not necessarily but it did the job. We also ordered the gnocchi with garlic breadcrumbs as well as the fries and fried tortelloni starter. Both were very rich dishes. Nothing about it is bad, and it gets the job done if you want a casual, quick meal.

    Definitely FIVE star Staff very helpful. Food we ready quickly. It was very crowded in a Tuesday night, but they took care of us (party of two) quickly. We ordered cotoletta all's Bolognese and Lasagna Ana bolognese. They were amazing. Ambient was great as well.

    Tortellini in brodo
    Lynn U.

    What a hidden gem!!! We found this place at the end of our stay if I'd know how amazing the food was I would have made a few more trips!! It's quaint and has old world charm but from an American standpoint it's much like your local gastronomic pub maybe a little more dicey feeling but the flavors coming out this kitchen phenomenal! I was so happy everyone ordered something different so I could get a taste of everything. I got to taste the tortellini in brodo, lasagne verdi, and the tagliatelle al ragu, the meat must of been simmering all day, it was that kind of flavor! EVERYTHING was amazing! A perfect meal.

    David H.

    Very good pasta. Cooked well, good sauce. Spritzes are good, food comes quickly. Didn't have to wait but we walked in on the early side to avoid crowds (18:30). The pappardelle, tortellini en brodo and lasagne are all fantastic.

    Tagliatelle ragou
    Vaianui I.

    Service was fast. The tagliatelle ragou was good. Nothing wow but good. Al denté although some noodles were hard as they were stuck together. Didn't bother me I was starving :) Tiramisu was good as well. But watery towards the bottom but I believe it's just how it is?! Waiter are nice and always cleaning tables. Overall a good place. Cosy and small. Had meal, dessert and a Coke Zero: 15€. Not expensive at all for a good meal and cosy place. Brava!

    Dave D.

    Sunday lunch -- arrived at 12:45 as it says they open then but found the restaurant packed with folks in full eating mode. After 15 minutes wait we were seated and ended up ordering from the day's lunch menu - a great vegetable soup which was packed with all kinds of things - I recommend that one. We added ravioli, tortellini in broth, and vino to round out the meal. They were all good with the tortellini having the most head nods at the table -- House red vino was a perfect add and we left happy, full and with a slightly less expensive then most other places - note that lasagna was not avail until after 18:00. Not sure if that is an everyday thing or not. Service was great - we had our dog and they were very accommodating to us -- I would recommend this place as it is a nice walk to get here and the food was very good.

    Gena R.

    This place was recommended by my Italian friend, and it turned out to be so good that we had to come twice during our trip! It's very simple yet cozy and charming Italian restaurant that serves excellent traditional and modern dishes of Bologna! Pasta Bolognese is a must! Also, if you're vegetarian - they have the best ravioli, and their vegetarian sandwiches are to die for! Highly recommended!

    Chloe K.

    Fantastic tagliatelle, local wine, panna cotta and coffee. The place around lunch time crowded, apparently known for its great food among locals.

    Crostini Caldi! Yum. The brie was my fav

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    Review Highlights - Osteria dell'Orsa

    Once seated, we had a liter of wine (4 euro), their pasta dishes (tortellini in brodo and a ragu), and some apps.

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    Osteria Broccaindosso - Tagliatelle Al ragu (2nd of the 3 pasta sampler) and the best I've had yet. The ragu was meaty and really flavorful.

    Osteria Broccaindosso

    4.5(70 reviews)
    0.8 km
    €€

    Intro: After exploring Bologna to the fullest, we made our way to Osteria Broccaindosso for dinner…read more Located outside of the heart of Bologna, despite being away from the center of the action, the restaurant was almost full. They didn't have any tables outside so we were seated inside. Service (3.5/5): No WiFi unfortunately which isn't great for an international traveler like me. Standard European service. Not terribly friendly and not terribly efficient but I would say they were a bit more attentive than the norm. They did hook us up with some complimentary limoncello shots which was a really nice touch. Ambiance (3.5/5): A little quieter since it's off the beaten path which I like. A pleasant, homey restaurant. Drinks (4.5/5): We shared a bottle of wine. And the aforementioned limoncello shots. Food (4/5): We went with their pasta for two deal where each person gets three different types of pasta that you choose from six or so options. I love getting a variety of dishes so this was a nice way to do it. Not huge portions given the price but still delicious. The dishes were served to us quickly and we got to try some pastas we had never heard of. Overall: When in Bologna, Osteria Broccaindosso makes for a fine choice. It's a 15-minute walk or so from the center of town.

    The food was the best we've had in the 4 days we've been in Italy. Some of us ordered the 3 pasta…read moresampler; some ordered the 2 pasta sampler, and we didn't regret it! All of the pasta choices were super tasty and very much enjoyed dinner. We tried 3 different wines and they were all also very good. Our main courses ended with tiramisu and apple cakes, which were also delicious. The staff was friendly and spoke enough English to communicate with us. Food came out hot and fast and we very much enjoyed every bit. This restaurant is highly by a group of foodies from Seattle!

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    Osteria Broccaindosso - Look for address 7A top right corner

    Look for address 7A top right corner

    Osteria Broccaindosso - Lasagna was absolutely delicious!

    Lasagna was absolutely delicious!

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    Da Cesari - Bolognese sauce

    Da Cesari

    4.7(62 reviews)
    0.8 km
    €€€

    Our 1st meal in Bologna set a high bar! The restaurant was easy to find. It has 2 floors of…read moreseating. The vibe was comfortable trattoria. The waitstaff were knowledgeable about the food and wine. The wines are all from the owner's brother vineyard. We had the red and the Prosecco. The red was full bodied. The Prosecco was not too sweet Both were very good! The food was delicious! I didn't know what to expect with the artichoke flan. It was an amazing artichoke and cheese concoction with a shredded artichoke salad on the side. The pastas were all very good. The bolognese had tender meat with a tasty sauce. The tortellini in beef broth is also a local winter dish. The tortellini were filled with a nice mixture of beef and cheese with a full bodied beef broth. A simple but delicious dish! I'm usually not a truffle fan but the spaghetti with black truffles had a good balance of truffle flavor without being overpowering. The scalloping with cheese and Parma ham was tasty. The meat was tender, the cheese side decadent and the ham added a bit of salty flavor. We were too full for dessert!

    Some of the best food I've eaten in Italy. I'd give them 6-stars if I could. The food was amazing…read moreand the staff are so friendly and cheerful. You should make a reservation because it's not very big and it's extremely popular. Da Cesari is a perfect example of why Bologna restaurant food is so renowned. It's worth visiting Bologna just so you can eat here -- it's THAT good. Their sangiovese wine is fantastic at a great price.

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    Da Cesari - Full house always. Make a reservation!

    Full house always. Make a reservation!

    Da Cesari - Dessert sampler

    Dessert sampler

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    Ristoranti: Teresina - Sage Tortellini spinach and cheese. This was so earthy flavorful in every bite. The sage was so tasteful and not overwhelming.

    Ristoranti: Teresina

    5.0(4 reviews)
    0.3 km

    The ambiance is garden with inside seating. Their outside seating is bigger than inside. Both…read moreambiance look great. Outside garden and inside has Italy art, small space close seating. The service was great. As an American I had to slow down. Italy is in no rush to serve nor no rush to have you leave. I enjoyed every single bite and sip. The food was just amazing. It was so great that I came in for lunch and dinner. Even their appetizer bread was good.

    Ristorante Teresina in Bologna was amazing. A small place hidden in a tiny alley but it has…read morebeautiful scenery that should not be missed. Upon walking through the alley I was greeted by the owner of the restaurant who was nothing but kind. After being sat down my table decided to order the mozzarella bites and our server's choice of white wine to begin with. Our server selected a wine that he had me try before giving me the entire bottle. I appreciated him letting me try the wine and asking what I wanted in the wine before selecting it. Afterwards we received our mozzarella bites that includes mini mozzarella balls, basil, and tomatoes. This was a refreshing appetizer that was a great start to our eating experience. We then placed our order for our main course. I ordered the tagliatelle al ragu bolognese. Once the dish came out the owner of the restaurant asked if I would like parmesan and he sprinkled the perfect amount. This pasta was extremely delicious and I ate every last bite. I plan to order both of these dishes again in the future. Additionally, we did not order a dessert but the owner insisted that we try the tiramisu. Thankfully, the owner gave us two slices that we devoured instantly. Along with the other two dishes, I will definitely order the tiramisu. Overall, Ristorante Teresina has an amazing menu, wonderful environment, and excellent service. All three of these aspects are why I will return to this restaurant!

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    Ristoranti: Teresina - Outside sign, gotta love Italy hours

    Outside sign, gotta love Italy hours

    Ristoranti: Teresina - Octopus was so good and flavorful, the green veggies really complement

    Octopus was so good and flavorful, the green veggies really complement

    Ristoranti: Teresina - Red wine this one was delish. Smooth not overpowering.

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    Red wine this one was delish. Smooth not overpowering.

    Dal Biassanot - Pasta trio

    Dal Biassanot

    4.4(68 reviews)
    0.2 km
    €€€

    Probably the best dining experience we have had in Italy. Upon arrival we were greeted and told…read morewould be our table would be ready shortly. We were seated in one of the interior rooms which is small but warm and comfy and dominated by a huge wine fridge. They have an excellent wine list and we choose a san giovese wich has their name in the label. Same with the water bottle. That tells you this place has been around a while. That could be a good thing as it means they sustain quality or maybe not. In this case good sign. the wife ordered the steak with rosemary and a side of roasted potatoes (she wanted the fried but this what they have) she also got a salad. I ordered the capallaci a la carbonara. The side dishes were just unbelievably good. Th potatoes were crispy on the edges and soft inside, they were so full of flavor I could not believe it. Possibly th best roasted potatoes I have ever tasted. The side salad was so fresh and tasty just Aragula , carrots, tomatoes with an excellent olive oil but fresh. The salad was bursting with flavor. We ordererd steak all over Tuscany none compared to this. The pasta .... Wow... Al dente but soft filling with an incredible cream sauce and a crispy guanciale that elevated the dish to perfection. The service was impecable. All in all just a fantastic experience

    Our hotel recommended this trattoria. It was absolutely mediocre at best. I got the Verdi lasagna-…read moreit was NOT green spinach pasta like the picture and absolutely soggy and bland. Very VERY disappointing. Melon and prosciutto was very good. I'd pass and find another place.

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    Dal Biassanot - Porchetta rabbit

    Porchetta rabbit

    Dal Biassanot - The menu and name of restaurant

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    The menu and name of restaurant

    Il Tartufo - Pistachio guanciale pasta

    Il Tartufo

    4.7(7 reviews)
    0.9 km

    We found Il Tartuffo on the way to our hotel from the train station. It's on a side street. We were…read moreable to get a table without a prior reservation. The dining room is large. We sat in the front bar area at a cozy little table. Our waiter greeted us and brought water as soon as we sat down. He explained some of the dishes too. The waiter was also a bartender and made an amazing espresso martini using Fabrizi syrups. The syrups added a lot of flavor. An ext dove wine list is also available of course. The Lambrusco was very good too. Our waiter recommended the tortellini in forma. It was made table side in a parmigiana wheel. The cheese was creamy and very good. We added white truffles which added a nice contrasting note. It was fun to watch it being prepared! The lasagna verde was good but could have used some more sauce. It was a little dry. . The Stringozzi guanciale E pistachio was good with al dente pasta. The guanciale added a little saltiness with the crunch of the pistachios. The pork loin was good but basic. The potatoes and greens added a nice touch. All in all the restaurant had good food and a nice staff

    Amazing restaurant with wonderful vibe, service and comfortable seating. We made a reservation…read moreduring a less busy time earlier in the evening in September. We had the amazing cheese wheel tortellini which was served tableside and my husband had a spectacular lamb. The bread was great as well.

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    Il Tartufo - Cacio e Pepe ravioli

    Cacio e Pepe ravioli

    Il Tartufo - Great ambiance

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    Great ambiance

    Osteria dell'Orsa - bistros - Updated June 2026

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