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Restaurants in Tuscany South, Italy
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Tuscany South, Asciano:
L'angolo Sfizio
jgk from FL,
2006,
#2032, "Nothing special, kinda touristy. Best thing was sausage which I put on top of my salad. Everything else (pasta, etc.) was just OK."
Tuscany South, Bagno Vignoni:
Osteria del Leone
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2404, "A fine meal in a lovely setting. The neutral review is due to uncertainty regarding the pending change in ownership."
Robbie K from South Africa,
2006,
#2378, "A "not to be missed" Tuscan treat - be sure to book ahead - then all you have to do is enjoy."
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Tuscany South, Bagno Vignoni:
Osteria La Parata
scg from PA,
2007,
#2938, "Lovely outdoor dining with a view"
Janet from NY,
2007,
#2587, "Nice spot for a resonably-priced meal in Bagno Vignoni"
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Tuscany South, Capalbio:
Trattoria La Vallerana
Loc. Vallerana 9, 58011, Phone: 0564.896211
www.vallerana.it
Closing day: Wednesday
Janet from NY,
2007,
#2586, "Unassuming from the outside, fabulous Bistecca on the inside! Worth a detour if you are in the southern Maremma."
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Tuscany South, Castelnuovo dell'Abate:
Antica Osteria del Bassomondo
Via di Bassomondo, 7, Phone: 0577.835619
Closing day: Monday
Doru from Canada,
2007,
#2771, "A relaxed setting, in a rustic atmosphere, offering good food and good value."
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Tuscany South, Castiglion d'Orcia:
Ristorante I Lecci
Zak from Italy,
2009,
#3342, "The best value restaurant in southern Tuscany. We live in this region. The home-made pasta at I Lecci is superior to any pasta served at other restaurants."
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Tuscany South, Castiglione della Pascaia:
Taverna Ristorante Nel Buco Di Gigi Berardi
Dog_Mother from NY,
2006,
#2165, "We would DEFINITELY eat here again—for the food, the service, the ambiance, and to hear Gigi(the owner)sing!"
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Tuscany South, Chiusi:
Osteria La Solita Zuppa
Donna and Burns from USA,
2009,
#3286, "Some of the best food in all of Tuscany. We felt like family when we left and cannot wait to return. This place is a must visit when in Chiusi."
cetona from france,
2008,
#3182, "Great dining experience"
Ken & Nancy from USA,
2007,
#2537, "Eat here if you want to be treated badly. Good food! Rude owners!"
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2400, "The worst treatment I've ever received in a restaurant in Italy or anywhere else for that matter. DO NOT, DO NOT, DO NOT eat here."
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Tuscany South, Chiusi:
Ristorante Kantharos
Via Porsenna, 37-39, Phone: 0578.21936
Closing day: Monday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2405, "A very nice, light lunch with some of the friendliest service imaginable."
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Tuscany South, Chiusi:
Zaira
Via Arunte, 12, Phone: 057820260
www.zaira.it
Closing day: Tuesday in Winter
H. Snider from USA,
2008,
#3304, "Very good, one of the best. Reasonable prices . Risotto tartufo is to die for, drunken pork chop and steak Florentine"
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Tuscany South, Cortona:
Osteria del Teatro
teaberry from PA,
2009,
#3245, "Favorite place to eat in Cortona. Go there for a special meal."
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2414, "A wonderful lunch and ST GTG in a very nice restaurant in central Cortona. The food and company were terrific."
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Tuscany South, Cortona:
Trattoria La Grotta
Piazza Baldelli, 3, Phone: 0575.630271
Closing day: Tuesday
teaberry from PA,
2009,
#3244, "Beautiful medieval interior, fine service, hearty rustic cuisine. Definitely eat here."
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Tuscany South, Isola d'Elba:
Ristorante La Lucciola
Janet from NY,
2007,
#2589, "Fabulous fresh seafood with style on the beach"
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Tuscany South, Montalcino:
Boccondivino
Loc. Colombaio Tozzi, 201, Phone: 0577.848233
Closing day: Tuesday and month of November
familyOf4 from US,
2007,
#2486, "We had wonderful fish, steak, a chickpea soup with prawns, black truffle pasta & wild boar sauce pasta. We tried all five desserts on the menu. Would definitely go back."
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Tuscany South, Montalcino:
Il Moro
Via Mazzini, 44, Phone: 0577.849.384
Closing day: Thursday
cindylearuth from AK,
2007,
#2750, "An excellent, non-touristy restaurant on a main street in Montalcino. Very good value."
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2116, "A very good and totally non-touristy place even though it's right on the main street through town. Excellent grilled meats."
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Tuscany South, Montalcino:
L' Angolo
Via Ricasoli , 9, Phone: 0577.848017
joey a from usa,
2008,
#3074, "best bruschetta and soup ever"
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Tuscany South, Montalcino:
La Crocina
Near Sant' Antimo, Phone: 057.78472540
Closing day: Monday
Fur Kids Mom from NY,
2006,
#2519, "It was a great place to have lunch!"
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Tuscany South, Montalcino:
Les Barriques
Piazza del Popolo, 21/22, Phone: 0577.848411
Closing day: Tuesday
GailS from MA,
2007,
#2765, "Good food, nice wine cellar like interior, good service and good music. The pear with chocolate and cream dessert was one of the best desserts of this trip."
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Tuscany South, Montalcino:
Osteria di Porta al Cassero
Via della Liberta 9, Phone: 0577.847196
Closing day: Wednesday
T. Klonoski from IL,
2008,
#3029, "A great traditional and family-run osteria"
GailS from MA,
2007,
#2764, "Recommended by Anya who worked at Il Barlanzone where we stayed, it is a good restaurant which was filled with locals both times we ate there."
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Tuscany South, Montalcino:
Taverna del Grappolo Blu
Scale di Via Moglio, 1, Phone: 0577.847.150
Closing day: Friday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2416, "A wonderful lunch with a varied and imaginative menu. Deserving of all of its rave reviews."
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Tuscany South, Montenero d'Orcia:
Antica Fattoria del Grottaione
Gloria - Casina di Rosa from Italy,
2008,
#3132, "Very good restaurant, cosy ambience, very good service and very good food. Most recipes are typical of Monte Amiata cuisine."
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
A Gambe di Gatto
Via dell'Opio nel Corso, 34, Phone: 0578.757431
Closing day: Wednesday
Pokey from MA,
2007,
#2770, ""Magical"-"beautiful or delightful in such a way as to seem removed from everyday life". This describes our experience at the charming a Gambe di Gatto."
Fur Kids Mom from USA,
2007,
#2500, "It's all about the passion!"
DCenoteca from DC,
2006,
#2115, "When you enter this cafe (be it for the cappuccino in the morning or for a delicious glass of wine and dinner) you'll remember exactly why you came to Italy."
Jack from CT,
2006,
#1897, "How lucky we were to stop here! It's a two person operation with the owner serving and his wife in the kitchen. Excellent Food and Wine at low prices"
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Ai Quattro Venti
Piazza Grande, Phone: 0578.717231
cindylearuth from AK,
2007,
#2751, "Nice restaurant close to the Duomo."
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2399, "A nice lunch in a great location, right on Piazza Grande beside the Duomo. Nothing fancy, but a good meal at a good price."
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Borgo Buio
Tessmar from CA,
2009,
#3338, "Wonderfully romantic atmosphere, helpful staff, and good food"
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Caffe Poliziano
Via di Voltaia nel Corso, 27, Phone: 0578.758625
Tessmar from CA,
2007,
#3213, "It's all about the coffee and the ambience"
Doru from Canada,
2007,
#2772, "This is about the caffé: an elegant place, with inattentive service but excellent food."
Colleen from CA (moderator),
2007,
#2571, "Good food, fabulous view!"
Leslie from Australia,
2006,
#2233, "This is a particularly special café with gorgeous views over the Tuscan countryside. The pastries are pretty special too!"
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Il Cantuccio
Via delle Cantine, 1, Phone: 0578.757.870
Closing day: Monday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2420, "Good food but the service was a little over the top for our taste. A good choice if you're looking for upscale dining."
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Osteria Acquacheta
FB-Bear from VA,
2008,
#3077, "Great atmosphere and a no-nonsense approach to delicious food"
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2406, "Crowded, noisy, and great fun. Some of the best bistecca fiorentina I've ever tasted."
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Osteria del Conte
Via San Donato, 19, Phone: 0578.766.062
Closing day: Wednesday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2415, "A very small restaurant with a fairly traditional menu. We had a very nice dinner here."
Dog_Mother from NY,
2006,
#2166, "Small, quiet restaurant with good food. Decor is clean and spare."
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Ristorante Briciola
Via delle Cantine, 23, Phone: 0578.716.903
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2397, "Nothing really wrong but there are better choices in Montepulciano."
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Ristorante Cittino
Vicolo Via Nuova, 2, Phone: 00252820527
jgk from FL,
2006,
#2051, "Homestyle traditional Tuscan fare. Best homemade pici and wonderful sausage with roasted potatoes. All pastas with any sauce are E6; all secondi E7. Value!"
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Ristorante Le Logge del Vignola
Colleen from CA (moderator),
2007,
#2572, "Small elegant restaurant with an interesting menu. Excellent food and service!"
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Trattoria di Voltaia
Tessmar from CA,
2007,
#3216, "A true Mom and Pop trattoria in six languages"
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Tuscany South, Montepulciano:
Trattoria Diva e Maceo
Via di Gracciano nel Corso, 90/92, Phone: 0578.716.951
Closing day: Tuesday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2395, "An update on my 2006 review - probably our favorite restaurant in Montepulciano and one of the best of the trip. Great food & very friendly service."
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2125, "A very nice lunch - worth the hike down from the top of Montepulciano and back again!"
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Tuscany South, Monticchiello:
Osteria La Porta
Pokey from MA,
2007,
#2760, "Warm and inviting, friendly service, out of this world delicious Tuscan home cooking."
Colleen from CA (moderator),
2007,
#2523, "Good food and service, and a lovely terrace from which to view the gorgeous countryside."
SL Jones from IL,
2007,
#2509, "Obviously a SlowTrav favorite, we loved this place for coffee and meals."
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Tuscany South, Monticchiello:
Taverna di Moranda
Rich and Janice from CT,
2009,
#3204, "Three meals over three years have convinced us that Taverna di Moranda is one of the best. And the village is beautiful."
brendt from NM,
2008,
#3089, "Probably the best meal of our trip: excellent food and great value."
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Tuscany South, Montisi:
La Taverna da Roberto
JDeQ from Canada,
2008,
#2968, "Restaurant in Montisi featuring traditional Tuscan dishes made with organic ingredients."
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Tuscany South, Murlo:
Pizzeria dell'Arco
Via delle Carcere, 13, Phone: 0577.810.092
Closing day: Monday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2403, "A nice place for lunch around the corner from the Museo Etrusco in Murlo. Great views over the valley."
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Tuscany South, Pienza:
La Buca di Enea
Via della Buca, 10, Phone: 0578 748653
Fur Kids Mom from Italy,
2009,
#3227, "Small, hole-in-the-wall spot for a tasty lunch or dinner prepared and served by its very friendly owners, Antonio and Gabriella"
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Tuscany South, Pienza:
La Pergola
Doru from Canada,
2007,
#2777, "A pleasant restaurant which presents very good food in a location somewhat obscure, just outside the walled town."
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Tuscany South, Pienza:
Latte di Luna
Via San Carlo n. 2/4, Phone: 0578.748606
Closing day: Tuesday
JDeQ from Canada,
2008,
#2969, "A popular spot on the edge of the historic section of Pienza that offers good regional fare at reasonable prices; be sure to make reservations!"
Doru from Canada,
2007,
#2773, "Good food, great atmosphere, good friendly service. A busy, happy place."
Fur Kids Mom from USA,
2007,
#2502, "Food is excellent, just as it was last year!"
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2398, "Another repeat review - we had two more great meals here on our recent trip. I still think their maiolino is one of the best dishes I've ever tasted!"
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2104, "Our favorite meal of the trip - the maiolino (roast suckling pig) was incredible. Be sure you make a reservation."
Russell Wayne from CT,
2006,
#2099, "A great place to have lunch in a most pleasant village."
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Tuscany South, Pienza:
Trattoria Da Fiorella
Via Condotti, 11, Phone: 0578.74905
Closing day: Wednesdays
Doru from Canada,
2007,
#2775, "A culinary experience in an elegant setting."
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2421, "Another great find in Pienza - we enjoyed it so much that we ate here twice in one day."
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Tuscany South, Pienza:
Trattoria la Chiocciola
Via Mencattelli, 2-4, Phone: 0578.748.683
Closing day: Wednesday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2418, "Very pleasant dining room on the outskirts of Pienza. Huge menu with some interesting choices."
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Tuscany South, Porto Santo Stefano:
Il Palombaro
Via Cetina, 58019, Porto Santo Stefano, Phone: 0564.814646
Janet from NY,
2007,
#2588, "Nice spot right on the water in Porto S. Stefano"
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Tuscany South, San Giovanni d'Asso:
La Locanda del Castello
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, 4, Phone: 0577.802.063
Closing day: Wednesday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2396, "A very nice meal, somewhat more upscale than most of the places we tried on this trip. Excellent food and a friendly waiter from Naples!"
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Tuscany South, San Quirico d’Orcia:
Trattoria al Vecchio Forno
Via Piazzola, 8,, Phone: 0577.897380
Closing day: Wednesdays
Doru from Canada,
2007,
#2774, "Beautiful setting, great pride of ownership, excellent food. A pleasure."
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Tuscany South, San Quirico d'Orcia:
Trattoria al Vecchio Forno
Via Piazzola 8, Phone: 0577-897-380
Closing day: Wednesday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2105, "A nice lunch on the extensive terrace - unfortunately it rained and the tents weren't watertight! Good food, though, and a nice location in the center of town."
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Tuscany South, Sant' Angelo in Colle:
Trattoria "Il Pozzo"
Amarena from NY,
2006,
#1960, "Very good country restaurant with great view, near Sant'Antimo Abbey"
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Tuscany South, Scansano:
La Cantina
Via della Botte 1-3, Phone: 0564-507605
Closing day: Sunday and Monday
Rich and Janice from CT,
2009,
#3205, "This is a place to have a superb meal in Scansano, the town of Morellino, one of Tuscany's better red wines."
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Tuscany South, Trequanda:
Conte Matto
JDeQ from Canada,
2008,
#2967, "Wonderful restaurant located in the town of Trequanda serving up food that uses both ancient and inventive recipes featuring fresh, local ingredients."
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Tuscany South, Trequanda:
Il Conte Matto
Jane from CA,
2008,
#3035, "Excellent food, excellent view and excellent staff. This restaurant is worth finding and making a destination. It is not far from Montisi in Southern Tuscany"
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Tuscany South, Trequanda:
Ristorante Conte Matto
SL Jones from IL,
2007,
#2508, "Our favorite Tuscan restaurant - delicious, scenic and accessible."
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