Pienza is known for its local pecorino cheese, but Trattoria La Bucca delle Fate is known for its…read moretraditional Tuscan dishes! Every year we travel to Tuscany, a trip to Pienze for lunch at La Bucca delle Fate is a must! My go to is Tagliatelle Al Tartufo or Pici Al Tartufo, delicious and reasonably priced!

Truly the pici of dreams!!! I don't think it's possible to order something and have it not be…read moredelicious here, but if you aren't eating pici in Tuscany, you're missing out. The place was crowded but that is to be expected at such a tasty spot in a small town. We sat a communal table where we were able to meet other travelers in addition to friendly local Italians. The biggest surprise here is the bathroom...take a peek before you leave!

We have been in Italy for 3 days and this place really stood out for us! The bruschetta was a great…read morestart. I ordered the pork chop and wife ordered the gnocchi. Both were over the top good. We loved the bottle of wine and finished with the house cake. Place is kind of cramped inside being on top of people. Everything was very clean! We enjoyed everything here! The after flavor in your mouth is so good!

This little restaurant is a gem! They have both an upstairs and downstairs section. The food was…read moredelivered quickly and everyone was very attentive. For antipasti we ordered the cheese with the radicchio , walnuts, and apples. This was really yummy. For our primi we ordered the local pasta with tomato and garlic. For secondi we ordered the grilled lamb and the rabbit. Both were good but the rabbit was definitely different and what I'd order again. Of course we ordered the house wine, which I recommend.

food was delicious and came out fast. Everything tastes so very fresh. Portions are decent sized…read morebut also not too too big to share between people. Waiter was a little annoyed with life and came off slightly rude. otherwise food was amazing

Great service. Right next to our hotel. TheAperol Spritz to start. My husband had the grilled…read moresteak cooked to perfection. I had pici cacciò e peppe. I would have eaten it all but it was so rich. The peppers are amazing. Not like those in the South at all. Great service and prices too. We recommend it as a must.

Such a lovely hidden find in the quaint hill town of Siena! We had a little trouble locating it in…read morethe alley on a rainy day, but the interior had a cute interior and covered patio, where we sat. After a few spritzes (15 euro each), we split an osso buco raviolo with seared fois gras and truffle flakes which was delicious and filling. We were hunkering for something other than pasta, pizza or steak, so had the delicious hamburger with pecorino cheese, served perfectly rare (20). It came with nice French fries and hit the spot. We were seated next to the owner, a pleasant New Yorker with the cutest dachound Julietta. The restaurant is a bit more expensive than the trattorias but well worth it.

Everyone will tell you to order the burger here, and they're absolutely right. Surprisingly, the…read morebest burger I've ever eaten was the Bandita Burger at this Pienza restaurant. While the beef patty itself is exceptional, what elevates this dish is the generous layer of melted pecorino cheese on top. The truffle butter pasta is equally outstanding. The pasta tastes unmistakably fresh and handmade, with rich truffle butter coating every strand perfectly. Together, these two dishes easily satisfy two diners, especially since the burger comes with a side of fries. La Bandita Townhouse is a must-visit when in Pienza. Just remember to make a reservation in advance, particularly for dinner service.

We stopped in here on our walk through the town. We were on a wine tour that stopped here. We…read morecouldn't help but want some pecorino cheese! We wouldn't have bought some if it hadn't been for the lady telling us that if we vacuum sealed it and did our best to refrigerate it then we'd be ok. We did, and ended up carrying with us all through Italy, from fridge to fridge! It was sort of funny. We almost forgot it at a bob in Compiobbi, near Firenze too. The host actually chased after us to give it to us. So it was an effort but worth it. We came back and I opened it and it's still good and yummy!!

Awesome food and service. Great cheese plates and Casio e Pepe. A little out of the way but worth…read morefinding it for lunch.

Their pizza is really good but don't try to talk about their recipe! It's a state secret from…read moretheir family. I suspect it is proofed for more than 24 hours, though, based on my 20+ years of making pizza from scratch. Loved the walls on the wall, such a creative idea.

These dishes were not only beautifully plated but delicious…read more The pork belly was perfectly crisped, flavorful taste, and balanced with the cabbage. Amazing combination of flavors, textures, and tastes. The mixed salad had walnuts, spinach, fennel, radicchio, orange sections, and arugula. Delicious!! The sirloin steak was tender, flavorful and the rosti potatoes were a perfect blend of tastes. Cooked as ordered. The breads featured three different types and flavors. Each went well with the olive oil. Very much enjoyed the brunello wine. Easy on the palate! Service outstanding with the owner providing direction and support. Amazing teamwork. Recommend to all... you will not be disappointed here!!!

We'v been to Baccus several times over the years and had fond memories. Now, however, it seems a…read morebit...tired. The menu is small, the food pretty basic, and the dining area showing it's age. We had a straightforward meal with a carafe of vine roost della casa, and called it a night. The prices, however, were reasonable. The owner is a friendly guy, and I'll give him (and the place) some slack because we went there on the night of the Liberation Day holiday, and they'd probably been pummeled during the 3 say weekend with nonstop tourists. Even so, --as much as it pains me to say this in light of past memories--it's hard to really recommend the place now, especially since there are plenty of other choices in old town Pienza and the restaurant "scene" keeps evolving.

We had another restaurant or two in mind but they were full so we ended up here, which was not a…read morebad choice, as it turned out. Good food, if not particularly original, fine wine. Moderate bill. We were happy!

This was the best pizza! The hotel recommended this place. It was the pummaro pizza and we added…read moreground pepper and olive oil. The bread was so so fresh! We like the beer they had. Service is so good! Ambiance is perfect! Staff are all 5 stars! This is one of the best places you won't be disappointed!

Delicious pizza, fresh salad, pizza bread and cold water!!! Well priced with sensible portions and…read morea jovial staff. Sitting at a comfortable table watching Pienza and its tourists stroll by was sublime. The pizza crust was crispy and held the sauce and toppings without getting sloppy. Toppings were traditional to the region, very yummy. If you go, take your time to savor the atmosphere. So pleasant!

Being in Tuscany, you have to try some cinghiale (wild boar). Since Tuscany is so overpopulated…read morewith them, you'll find it on every menu -- it's unavoidable. I ordered the Pappardelle al Cinghiale, which was a dream!! I'm not a big pork eater, so the thought of wild boar had me worried it might be too gamey, but it wasn't at all. Instead, it was giving rich spaghetti bolognese. The pappardelle was cooked to perfection--silky and tender. The Pappardelle al Cinghiale melted in my mouth, drooling as I write. Though I made a reservation for a Friday night, the restaurant was pretty empty upon arrival. If you're looking for a lowkey spot, Ristorante La Piazzetta is a great option!

From the owner: Specialità tipiche toscane, come pasta fatta a mano, ribollita, fiorentina e classici pecorini con…read moremarmellate e miele.

We had lunch here and it was adequate. This was the only restaurant during two weeks in Italy that…read moreoffered cheese in packets!! This is Pienza for goodness sakes! The balsamic is also in packets and the one I reached had already been opened and partly used. Sorry. Those are deal breakers for me. The service was perfunctory. It was very busy so apparently others are happy with it. I did think the boar sauce was tasty.

The only thing good that dinner was our lovely server and that bottle of Brunello di Montalcino we…read moreordered which was not coming out of the kitchen here. The tagliatelle pasta was over cooked, mushy, nowhere near "Al dente"; and its sauce "al cinghiale" was not tasted at all, I normally did not like much sauce but in this case it was way too little with very few pieces of cinghiale within. The Faraone was super hard and dry, and way too salty. The maiale was also dry both to the eyes and to the palate. I seriously can't recommend this place.