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1. Baghino
$$ | |In the heart of the historic center, Prato's best restaurant has been serving since 1870, capably run by five generations of the Pacetti family (daughters Guja and Silvia are presently in charge). The food lives up to the building's colorful history—part of the structure dates from the 15th century, when it was a convent; it was later the seat of the Freemasons.
Via dell'Accademia 9, Prato, Tuscany, 59100, Italy0574-27920Known For
- Sedano ripieno (a Pratese specialty)
- Filetto al pepe verde (beef fillet in a creamy peppercorn sauce)
- Superb wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Aug. No lunch Mon. -
2. Buca di Sant'Antonio
$$ | |The staying power of Buca di Sant'Antonio—it's been around since 1782—is the result of superlative Tuscan food brought to the table by waitstaff who don't miss a beat. The menu includes the simple but blissful tortelli lucchesi al sugo (meat-stuffed pasta with a tomato-and-meat sauce), as well as more daring dishes such as roast capretto (kid goat) with herbs. A white-wall interior hung with copper pots and brass musical instruments creates a classy but comfortable dining space.
Via della Cervia 3, Lucca, Tuscany, 55100, Italy0583-55881Known For
- Superlative pastas
- Excellent sommelier
- Classy, family-run ambience
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon., 1 wk in Jan., and 1 wk in July. No dinner Sun. -
3. Da Caino
$$$$ | |At this excellent restaurant not far from Saturnia, specialties include roast veal tongue with blueberry-flavored onions, saffron, and capers, tortelli di cinta senese in brodetto di castagne e gallina (pasta filled with Sienese pork in a chicken and chestnut broth), and such hearty dishes as cinghiale lardolato con finocchi, arance e olive (larded wild boar with fennel, orange, and olives). Prices are among the highest in the region; locals consider it a serious splurge.
Via della Chiesa 4, Montemerano, Tuscany, 58050, Italy0564-602817Known For
- Fine wine list
- Serious splurge
- Innovative cuisine
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed., Jan., and 2 wks in July. No lunch Thurs., Reservations essential -
4. Da Delfina
$$ | |Delfina Cioni began cooking many years ago for hungry hunters in the town of Artimino, 20 km (12 miles) south of Prato. Dishes celebrate Tuscan food, with an emphasis on fresh local ingredients. Secondi such as coniglio con olive e pignoli (rabbit sautéed with olives and pine nuts—the house specialty) are a real treat. The seasonal menu is complemented by a fine wine list that draws heavily from superlative local vines, and the service is gracious.
Via della Chiesa 1, Artimino, Tuscany, 59015, Italy055-871–8074Known For
- Delicious grilled meats cooked on a roaring fireplace
- Gorgeous view
- Fine wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch Tues. No dinner Sun., Reservations essential -
5. Il Giglio
$$$ | |Divine, cutting-edge food and Tuscan classics are served in this one-room space, where in winter, there's a roaring fireplace and, in warmer months there's outdoor seating on a pretty little piazza. If mushrooms are in season, try the tacchoni con funghi, a homemade pasta with mushrooms and a native herb called nepitella. A local favorite during winter is the coniglio con olive (rabbit stew with olives).
Piazza del Giglio 2, Lucca, Tuscany, 55100, Italy0583-494508Known For
- Creative menu with seasonal ingredients
- Fine service
- The wine list, especially its selection of local wines
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. and 15 days in Nov. -
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6. La Grotta
$$ | |You might be tempted to pass right by the innocuous entrance across the street from San Biagio, but you'd miss some fantastic food. This tasty menu relies heavily on local classics turned out to perfection. Wash it down with the local wine, which just happens to be one of Italy's finest: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The desserts, such as an extravagantly rich triple-chocolate flan, are prepared with particular flair.
Via di San Biagio 15, Montepulciano, Tuscany, 53045, Italy0578-757479Known For
- Creative menu
- Local wine list
- Stellar service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed. and mid-Jan.–mid-Mar. -
7. La Taverna Etrusca
$$ | |Elaborately prepared Tuscan fare is served at this elegant restaurant on Sovana's central square. For your starter, try the tortino di pecorino maremmano con miele di castagno, gelatina di pere e cialda croccante (local sheep cheese tart with chestnut honey, pear gelatine, and a Parmesan crisp); grilled meat and some fish dishes highlight the list of second courses, but a well-priced fixed menu might be a good way to go. Service is prompt and highly professional. A pleasant outdoor terrace provides plenty of fresh air in the summer months.
Piazza del Pretorio 16, Sovana, Tuscany, 58010, Italy0564-616183Known For
- Outdoor seating
- Tasty local dishes
- Attentive staff
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed. and Jan.–Easter -
8. Osteria Sette di Vino
$ | |Tasty dishes based on the region's cheeses are the specialty at this simple and inexpensive osteria on a quiet, pleasant, central square. Try versions of pici or the starter of radicchio baked quickly to brown the edges. The local pecorino cheese appears often on the menu—the pecorino grigliata con pancetta (grilled with cured bacon) is divine. Can't decide? Try the pecorino tasting menu.
Piazza di Spagna 1, Pienza, Tuscany, 53026, Italy0578-749092Known For
- Pecorino tasting menu
- Bean soup
- Awesome vegetable options
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed., July 1–15, and Nov. -
9. Osteria Vecchio Mulino
$$ | |"The old mill" has an antique marble serving counter filled with free nibbles and two large wooden tables in a room lined with wine bottles. The enthusiastic host, Andrea Bertucci, proudly touts local products on his simple menu, which usually consists of superior cheese and affettati misti (mixed sliced cured meats); traditional local dishes with farro grain, polenta, pecorino cheese, trout from the many local streams, and salami round out the selections. Finish your meal with a caffè al vetro con miele di castagno (coffee in a glass with chestnut honey). This osteria is open from 7:30 am to 8 pm in the warmer months and from 11 to 8 in winter.
Via Vittorio Emanuele 12, Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, Tuscany, 55032, Italy0583-62192Known For
- Commitment to local ingredients
- Exceptional wine list
- Exuberant host
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
10. Ristoro di Lamole
$$ | |Up a winding road lined with olive trees and vineyards, this place is worth the effort it takes to find. The view from the outdoor terrace is divine, as is the simple, exquisitely prepared Tuscan cuisine—start with the bruschetta drizzled with olive oil or the sublime verdure sott'olio (marinated vegetables) before moving on to any of the fine secondi. The kitchen has a way with coniglio (rabbit); don't pass it up if it's on the menu.
Via di Lamole 6, Greve in Chianti, Tuscany, 50022, Italy055-8547050Known For
- Coniglio is a specialty
- Sweeping view from the terrace
- Your hosts Paolo and Filippo
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Apr. -
11. Solociccia
$$$$ | |As at his other eateries, Dario Cecchini, Panzano's local merchant of meat, offers two set menus for lunch—one where beef products dominate every course and the other vegetarian. The musetto al limone e brodo vero (an interesting salame served with stunning beef broth) might kick off the proceedings. On the table is pinzimonio, a dish of raw sliced vegetables (carrot, fennel, onions) to be dipped into terrific olive oil and sprinkled with Dario's special house-made herbed salt.
Via XX Luglio 11, Panzano, Tuscany, 50022, Italy055-852020Known For
- Choice of two set menus
- Great service
- Party atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations essential, No dinner -
12. V. Beny
$$$ | |Apricot walls hung with etchings of Pisa make this small, single-room restaurant warmly romantic. Husband and wife Damiano and Sandra Lazzerini have been running the place for two decades, and it shows in their obvious enthusiasm while talking about the menu (fish is a focus) and daily specials, which often astound. The ripieno di polpa di pesce a pan grattato con salsa di seppie e pomodoro (fish-stuffed ravioli with tomato-octopus sauce) delights. Seasonal ingredients are key throughout the menu; Sandra works wonders with tartufi estivi (summer truffles), artichokes, and market fish of the day. Remember to save room for desserts as they are scrumptious.
Piazza Gambacorti 22, Pisa, Tuscany, 56125, Italy050-25067Known For
- Superb fish dishes
- Gracious service
- Terrific wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and 2 wks in mid-Aug. No lunch Sat. -
13. Albergaccio
$$$ | |The fact that the dining room can seat only about 35 guests makes a meal here an intimate experience, and the ever-changing menu mixes traditional and creative dishes. In late September and October, zuppa di funghi e castagne (mushroom and chestnut soup) is a treat; grilled meats and seafood are on offer throughout the year. There's also an excellent wine list. When the weather is warm, make sure you dine on the terrace.
Via Fiorentina 63, Castellina in Chianti, Tuscany, 53011, Italy0577-741042Known For
- Creative menu
- Superb wine list
- Marvelous waitstaff
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Reservations essential -
14. Bottega di Cacio
$ | |Lots of shaded outdoor seating makes this a pleasant place for lunch on a warm day. Pecorino cheese, spicy salami, and grilled vegetables sott'olio (preserved in olive oil) are served cafeteria-style. And, if you want something even spicier, the stuffed hot peppers are delicious. There is a good selection of wine, but the choice of desserts is limited and they don't serve coffee.
Piazza del Moretto 31, Bagno Vignoni, Tuscany, 53027, Italy0577-887477Known For
- Great food at great prices
- Artisanal local products
- Fine wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. -
15. Da Badò
$ | |Family-run Da Badò—with Lucia in the kitchen and her sons, Giacomo and Michele, waiting tables—is the best place in town to eat traditional food elbow-to-elbow with locals. Lucia likes to concentrate on just a few dishes, so it won't take long to decide between the standards, all prepared with a sure hand. Consider the zuppa alla volterrana (a soup made with vegetables and bread), pappardelle alla lepre (wide fettuccine with rabbit sauce), or a stew of either rabbit or wild boar. A slice of homemade almond tart is a must.
Borgo San Lazzaro 9, Volterra, Tuscany, 56048, Italy0588-80402Known For
- Excellent traditional dishes
- Small menu
- Local favorite
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed. -
16. Da Padellina
$ | |Locals don't flock to this restaurant on the outskirts of Strada in Chianti for the art on the walls, some of it questionable, most of it kitsch, but instead for the bistecca fiorentina. As big as a breadboard and served rare, one of these justly renowned steaks is enough to feed a family of four, with doggie bags willingly provided if required. First courses are typical, desserts are standard, but the wine list is a varied and extensive surprise. Outdoor seating on the upstairs terrace provides great views of the surrounding countryside.
Via Corso del Popolo 54, Greve in Chianti, Tuscany, 50027, Italy055-858388Known For
- Great grilled meats
- Unpretentious local choice
- Large, diverse wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Thurs. -
17. Enoteca Fuoripiazza
$$ | |Detour off Greve's flower-strewn main square for food that relies heavily on local ingredients (like cheese and salami produced nearby). The lengthy wine list provides a bewildering array of choices to pair with affettati misti or one of the primi (first courses)—the pici (a thick, hand-rolled spaghetti) are deftly prepared here. All dishes are made with great care, and outdoor seating makes summer dining particularly pleasant. It's also possible to simply stop by here and have a glass of wine.
Via I Maggio 2, Greve in Chianti, Tuscany, 50022, Italy055-8546313Known For
- Alfresco dining
- Local cheese and salami
- Attentively prepared food
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
18. I Due Cippi
$$$ | |Alessandro Aniello and his brother, Lorenzo, carry on with the captivating food created by their late father. Local ingredients are emphasized, and the dishes are turned to perfection. Try the tortelli di castagne al seme di finocchio (chestnut-stuffed pasta with butter sauce and fennel seeds). In good weather, enjoy your meal on a terrace overlooking the town's main square.
Piazza Vittorio Veneto 26, Saturnia, Tuscany, 58050, Italy0564-601074Known For
- Food with fantasy
- Duck and wild boar dishes
- Marvelous pastas
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No lunch., Reservations essential -
19. Il Convio
$$ | |A short drive down a steep, serpentine road from San Miniato brings you to this rustic country ristorante with sponged walls, stenciled decorations, and checkered tablecloths. The main courses are mostly Tuscan classics, such as bistecca fiorentina (a generous cut of grilled steak), but white truffles, the local specialty, are also showcased, and you can get them with pasta, crespelle (thin pancakes filled with ricotta), tripe, eggs, beef fillet—there's even a postprandial truffled grappa. All this good fare pairs marvelously with a fine selection of local, lesser-known wines. If truffles don't float your boat, there are nontruffled things on the menu and, at night, the staff fires up the pizza oven.
Via San Maiano 2, San Miniato, Tuscany, 56028, Italy0571-408113Known For
- Truffled specialties
- Tranquil country setting
- The wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. -
20. Il Sacco Fiorentino
$$ | |This lovely trattoria has been around for a long time, and with good reason. Here, they turn out Tuscan classics, relying heavily on the local cheese (pecorino) and local meats (especially wild boar, among others). The wine list is a marvel, as it's long and very well priced. White walls, tile floors, and red tablecloths create an understated tone that is unremarkable, but once the food starts arriving, it's easy to forgive the lack of decoration. It's just around the corners from the Duomo and Piazza dei Priori, so the location can't be beat.
Via Giusto Turazza 13, Volterra, Tuscany, 56048, Italy0588-88537Known For
- Well-priced menu
- Tranquil setting
- Excellent wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed.
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