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!

The wait staff were cordial and amazing, seating us at a street-side table before our reservation…read moretime. We had an appetizer and bottle of wine to share. My wife had the lasagne for her entree, I had seafood. My wife said her lasagne was different from the last place she had it a couple days earlier in Bologna, but no less spectacular. I agreed, and my seafood was nothing less. The ambiance on a quiet side street (maybe in the Jewish quarter) was a great way to enjoy a Bolognese night.

Loved this little gem--food was great, service was nice and watching pasta being made was the bonus.read more

This has been my dining spot of choice when visiting Bologna the last ten+ years to exhibit at a…read moretrade show. My travel colleagues and I refer to it as The Kitchen. This is truly a family owned restuarant. The father is the chef, the two eldest sons service the dining area, the youngest son stokes the stone pizza oven and the mother oversees the till. What to expect: The main dining area is open and seats approximately 50 and the enclosed patio can seat another 20. The decor is simple but tasteful. The menu is varied and includes a variety of antipasti, zuppa & insalate, pasta, secondi, pizza and dolci options to choose from. Pesce options abound on the main dish menu. The wine list is robust with a regional focus. Service is gracious but you can expect a full dining experience to run 2-3 hours in the true Italian tradition. Everything on the menu is a delight and my personal favorites include the pizza di mare and balsamic steak options which are nearly impossible to find in the U.S. In a nutshell, great food served in a low key atmospherse at very reasonable prices offered up by some of the nicest people you'll ever meet.

Love love this location of this popular chain charcuteria. I could eat only here for the 8 days…read morethat we were in Bologna. One night we even popped back in for cocktails and simply enjoyed watching all the groups of locals having such a good time. The one in Navigli or Brera Milan were not as fun looking, this one is situated on a corner that juts out and has lovely outdoor seating. They have these signature little wood boxes to sit on and gigantic boards of meats & cheeses...fun fun.

First bite in Bologna 2026. Single meat board with Schiacciata and a local amber ale.read more

Really incredible cafe. I ordered both a glass of lambrusco and pignoletto and they were stunning…read more I love the array of salty snacks they give u. Such a nice spot to chill and read or chat w friends. Would love to try the food!

Great local cocktail bar. The focus is gin, but my wife and I had really tasty versions of a…read moremargarita and a Paloma. Service was friendly, and the place had a modern but inviting vibe.

Stopped in for a quick bite. Ordered gyoza and ramen. Totally hit the spot. People were nice and…read moreservice was good.

Very close to the AC Marriott and I was looking for something quick before leaving to the airport…read more I love every pasta dish that I've had in Italy so far but a quick meal does not fit into the typical Italian style restaurant. Very good sushi and miso soup. Nice and clean dining area. If you're looking for sushi in Bologna, I would highly suggest trying this restaurant.

I've been here so many times and every time is like the first time! True celebration of slow-food,…read morewith excellent local ingredients and selection. Flavio is a great host and spends the time to walk you through the menu. It wouldn't be the same experience without him. Every time I got here, I got a discount. Extremely well-priced for the quality. Highly recommended! Uno dei miei ristoranti preferiti in assoluto.

This restaurant is said to be the BEST restaurant in Bologna so of course I had to cross all my…read morefingers and try to get a table (which is VERY difficult per all the reviews online). And obviously, since I'm able to give my two cents here, I GOT IN!! I also later met someone who lives in Bologna with his family and he said this restaurant was very good and well known among the locals! I went here in the summer of 2019. The restaurant is cute and the food delicious. I clearly am not familiar with authentic Italian food or what is mind blowing delicious because I thought it was okay. I probably need to try it again just to make sure. I'm sure I'm missing something here!

Okay so I want to give this place 4.5 stars but it wasn't so bad that I'd give it 4…read more The food was amazing! I mean we ordered drinks pizza and an appetizer who could complain! When we arrived we were told to sit just outside. Fine but I was thinking I wanted to sit inside. Whatever. Next we were given menus then the waiter left to stand in the corner. I figured it out, lol this place runs old school but looks modern. Okay so we call the waiter over... mi scusi parli inglese ho una domanda sul menu? He says No, None. I thought well he said that fine, okay whatever I'll do my best. I just wanted to know more about the appetizers because I am allergic to shellfish.. no worries order without it. Let me put it this way your going to get fed good food so if the staff doesn't want to converse with you because their dialect is different than yours just point, order and nod, eat and enjoy. Pay and leave and consider job well done! I was able to visit inside when we finished, because the waiter disappeared and we needed to pay, it looked nice and was a better temperature wondered if they assumed we wanted to dine al fresco ;) left full and happy.

fun and trendy for young adults. single, date or group, you will find comfortable spots for all…read more there are select staff members who speak english; meaning, not all. so, please keep in mind to be courteous and well-mannered! when my friend first stepped foot into the entrance, i thought the seating were limited. but, that wasn't so! a waiter led us further into their restaurant; a couple turns and we found a large, well-lit seating ground of pale grey walls and artsy pictures and tables arranged about. there were sofa seats, gothic chandeliers, and a pleasant high ceilings. their guest count grew in size close between the hours of 8P to 10P, and everyone's meals looked absolutely delicious. take a look at their menu (photos attached)! a lengthy variety. i don't remember the name of what my friend ordered, i apologize. but i will say it was delicious, despite our thoughts when it was initially presented. the way bologna does their marinara sauce and melted cheese is significantly different from our american replica. it was savory and delicious! and i'd never cared for marinara before. note: you pay for all consumable items in the restaurant, including drinking water. if you are a(n american*) tourist, most free accommodations you are used to at home may be charged a fee in europe. i.e drinking water and bathrooms.

Amazing food! My Italian friend recommended this place. So thankful to her! Specially octopus was…read moreincredibly delicious(perfectly cooked).

If I could give a minus 10 stars, I WILL! They are rude and racist! We stopped at 12:30pm on…read moreMother's Day, and would like to have a quick lunch. As they are just opened and there was no customer at all. An old lady greeted us and seemed very nice but speaks no English, but was understanding with our request. As she was planning to seat us, a younger woman walked in and looked us, then said something to the old lady, then told us there was no table for us. That's all and she walked away! Clearly she was not happy to seen couple of Asian wants to have lunch in her place! Well, that's her losses. We walked out and eat a restaurant right around the corner with amazing foods and services. At the end, we are so glad that we didn't eat there. Judging by the attitude, I won't be expecting their foods would good at all. So, if you are visiting Bologna, avoiding this place by all means!

On our first night in Bologna we weren't sure where to go and came a cross this place thanks to…read moreYelp. The place was very quaint and the pizza's were delicious. I had the Quattro formaggio and my partner had the pepperoni and asked to add onions. Service was great as well, definitely a great way to start our time in this city.

Lovely pizza and very hospitable staff! Great neighborhood joint and would definitely hit this…read moreplace up again if I had the chance- big menu if pizzas, apps, primi & secondi! Fortunate to stumble upon this local joint..