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Restaurants in Tuscany, Italy
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Tuscany Chianti, Badia di Passignano:
Osteria di Passignano
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2142, "This osteria is upscale fine dining - a culinary experience - and fairly expensive. It surpasses the designation of "osteria.""
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Tuscany Chianti, Barberino di Mugello:
Osteria Poggio di Sotto
Via di Galliano 15/a, Galliano, Phone: 055.8428654; Cell: 335 7830401
WestSussexBird from England,
2007,
#2386, "Very informal country restaurant, and delicious Tuscan food.
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Tuscany Chianti, Castellina:
Al Gallopapa
rick310 from USA,
2007,
#2638, "Not my kind of restaurant. Michelin one star restaurant with artful presentations, not rustic cooking."
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Tuscany Chianti, Castellina:
Antico Ristorante Pestello
Strada per Poggibonsi, Phone: 0577 740215
www.pestello.it
Closing day: Wednesday
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2141, "We recommended this restaurant in 2001 and, having eaten here today, find that it is still very good. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, good food."
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Tuscany Chianti, Falciani:
Osteria il Ciliegiolo
Via Chiantigiana per il Ferrone, 22--loc. Falciani, Phone: 055 23 26 327
Closing day: none
Jane from CA,
2007,
#2290, "We love this Osteria and make the 20 minute drive from Greve to eat here.The food is Tuscan but not just a typical tourist menu.Most clients are local Italians."
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2132, "Osteria il Ciliegiolo is a favorite stop if we are on the way back from Firenze around lunch time. The daily specials on the chalk board are a great value."
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Tuscany Chianti, Fonterutoli:
Osteria di Fonterutoli
SL Jones from IL,
2007,
#2507, "Fresh and delicious dining experience with great wine in a very accessible location."
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Tuscany Chianti, Greve:
La Cantinetta di Rignana
Jane from CA,
2007,
#2284, "La Cantinetta di Rignana is a restaurant to treasure, return to and remember long after. It is pure Tuscan food and cooking at its very best. You'll love it."
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Tuscany Chianti, Greve:
Ristorante La Castellana
v. di Montefioralle, 2, Phone: 055.853134
Monica Pileggi from MD,
2006,
#1918, "Great place for lunch in the countryside."
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Tuscany Chianti, Greve in Chianti:
.Take away: Pizza e Bottega
Via Garibaldi, Phone: 392-85-86-87-8
Closing day: Monday
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2176, "This is a take-out pizza place. It also delivers. Their pizza is good and there is a nice variety with a choice of size. Order early or you will have a long wait."
Tuscany Chianti, Greve in Chianti:
Castello di Verrazzano
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2102, "This was a winery tour, wine tasting, and lunch, and all three were outstanding. There was way too much food accompanied by plenty of excellent wine."
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Tuscany Chianti, Greve in Chianti:
Da Paglietta
San Polo in Chianti Via, Phone: 055 855443-4
Closing day: Monday
Jane from CA and Italy,
2007,
#2309, "Da Paglietta, which is a pizzeria, osteria and enoteca, is a good, family restaurant with good food. The pizzas are, we think, the best in the area."
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Tuscany Chianti, Greve in Chianti:
Enoteca Fuori Piazza
Piazza Trento Greve in Chianti, Phone: 055 8546313
Closing day: Monday
Jane from California/Italy,
2007,
#2358, "Enoteca Fuoripiazza is a quiet, small, warm and welcoming place. It serves simple but good food and has an excellent wine menu."
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Tuscany Chianti, Greve in Chianti:
La Cantina
Amanda N from Australia,
2008,
#3144, "This restaurant was great, in fact we went back a second time for our last night in Tuscany. Friendly, caring service & lovely food, especially the mussel soup!"
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2148, "This restaurant disproves the theory that you can't get a bad meal in Italy. The food is poor, the service worse. We have given it 3 tries. It doesn't get better."
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Tuscany Chianti, Greve in Chianti:
La Cantinetta di Rignana
Coco from Canada,
2008,
#3319, "We have loved this restaurant six times! Ambience - rustic overlooking Chianti vineyards. Food and service - casual. Perfect for a lazy lunch or dinner."
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Tuscany Chianti, Greve in Chianti:
Ristorante Borgo Antico
Loc. Dimezzano, Lucolena, 50022 Greve in Chianti, Phone: 055-851-024
www.ilborgoantico.it
Closing day: Tuesday (open only weekends off season)
Jane from US/Italia,
2007,
#2355, "Hard to find but worth it! The food is very good Tuscan food with extra touches here and there. There is a warm interior and lovely veranda for summer."
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Tuscany Chianti, Greve in Chianti:
Ristorante Il Portico
Piazza G. Matteotti, 83, Phone: 055-8547426
Closing day: Wednesday
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2149, "This is our favorite easy place to go to for dinner in Greve when I don't feel like cooking (what night isn't that true?) The food is simple but always good."
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Tuscany Chianti, Impruneta:
Antica Sosta Osteria Enoteca
Via delle Croce, 8, Phone: 055.231.2249
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2135, "This is an easy place to eat in Impruenta and the food is good. There is outside seating for good weather. The interior is inviting for cold days."
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Tuscany Chianti, La Piazza:
Osteria alla Piazza
Localita La Piazza, Phone: 0577.733580
Closing day: Monday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2089, "One of the highlights of our trip - excellent food in a great location. Scenic views of the Chianti countryside from the terrace."
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Tuscany Chianti, Lamole:
Ristoro Di Lamole
Amanda N from Australia,
2008,
#3145, "This was one of our best dining experiences in our 4 week travel around Italy. Fabulous food, service, wine and outlook."
travelers from FL,
2008,
#2905, "So good we went back the next week."
isabella from holland,
2006,
#2475, "When visiting Tuscany, we always make sure to stay in Greve 2 nights, just to eat here. Food, wine, view are worth the long narrow road. Try risotto with melon!!"
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Tuscany Chianti, Montefioralle:
La Castellana
Phone: 055-853-134
Closing day: varies with season
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2131, "La Castellana is a cozy, warm place inside. In good weather there is lovely veranda dining across the street overlooking the hills. The menu is basic Tuscan."
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Tuscany Chianti, Montefioralle:
Taverna del Guerrino
Castello di Montefioralle, Phone: 055 8544914
Closing day: Mon. - Wed. Open Wed. during tourist season)
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2137, "This is a small family operated restaurant with friendly, warm service and good home-cooking food. We had a bistecca fiorentina here and it was excellent."
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Tuscany Chianti, Montefioralli:
Le Castellana
SL Jones from IL,
2007,
#2784, "A small atmospheric restaurant in a hamlet above Greve in Chianti. Good food and service."
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Tuscany Chianti, Panzano:
Il Vescovino
Via Ciampolo da Panzano, 9, Phone: 055.8560152
Closing day: Tuesday
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2144, "Il Vescovino has a lovely outside terrace with a gorgeous view for good weather dining. The inside is also very attractive and inviting. A nice place to eat."
jgk from FL,
2006,
#2050, "Wonderful meal with a setting to match. Don't miss lunch on the terrace. Great menu with trational and new cuisine. Very nice service."
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Tuscany Chianti, Panzano:
Oltre Il Giardino
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2150, "This was an OK lunch, but we have had much better. The location is nice with an outside seating area overlooking the countryside."
cristina from Italy,
2006,
#1963, "Overpriced mediocre food. A place that caters to tourists in my opinion."
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Tuscany Chianti, Panzano:
Solo Ciccia
Via XX Luglio, Phone: 055 852727
Closing day: Mon. Tues. Wed. Sun Night
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2164, "Eating here is a unique, good and fun dining experience--unlike any place you have been to before. This is Dario's, the master butcher of Panzano, dining palace."
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Tuscany Chianti, San Casciano Val di Pesa:
Ristorante Caratello
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2174, "We had a nice lunch here but not noteworthy. I had a salami platter for antipasti which was quite large and good; but the rest of the meal was rather ordinary."
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Tuscany Chianti, San Donato in Poggio:
Antica Trattoria La Toppa
Phone: 055 8072900
Closing day: Monday
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2134, "The food here is good and made more so by the charm of the owner, Ottello. He doesn't speak English but conversing with him is easy anyway. He is a real charmer."
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Tuscany Chianti, Santa Brigida:
Ristorante La Sosta del Gusto
Via Santa Brigida 11, Phone: 055.8300800
KateS from CA,
2007,
#2648, "Amazing food, amazing service, unbeatable location!"
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Tuscany Chianti, Strada in Chianti:
Il Caminetto del Chianti
Via dei Montagnola, 52, Phone: 055-85 88 909
Closing day: All day Tuesday & Wednesday lunch
roncentric from PA,
2007,
#2497, "I stayed at an agriturismo nearby and dined here two evenings. I found the meals and wine to be outstanding."
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2179, "This is a nice restaurant and one that local people patronize. We expected it to be very good but were disappointed. Additionally, the service was very poor."
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Tuscany Chianti, Volpaia:
La Bottega di Volpaia
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2136, "La Bottega has been discovered! We ate here several years ago and thoroughly enjoyed its simplicity. Now, it is "known" but still serves excellent food."
MikeB from OH,
2006,
#1881, "A very nice outdoor restaurant in the heart of the Chianti wine country with great views."
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Tuscany East, Arezzo:
Buca di San Francesco
Monica Pileggi from MD,
2006,
#1919, "Cozy place for lunch"
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Tuscany East, Arezzo:
Il Saraceno
Tessmar from CA,
2009,
#3337, "20 kinds of pizzas are just the beginning"
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Tuscany East, Arezzo:
Trattoria Il Saraceno
Via Mazzini, 3a, Phone: 0575.27644
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2007,
#2419, "A very nice lunch in the center of Arezzo. Looks a little touristy but food and service were very good."
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Tuscany East, 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 East, Cortona:
Trattoria Toscana
Tessmar from CA,
2009,
#3339, "Anyplace the police eat usually has good food. This one is no exception"
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Tuscany North, Barga:
L'Altana
Via di Mezzo 1, Phone: 0583.723192
Fiona from Scotland,
2007,
#2757, "Honest trattoria cooking with fresh ingredients, friendly staff and very good value for money"
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Tuscany North, Benabbio:
La Locanda Dei Lupari
DianaPK from PA,
2007,
#2660, "La Locanda Dei Lupari opened in the summer of 2007 by chef Nicola Micchelini. Beautiful location; outstanding food."
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Tuscany North, Lucca:
Buca di Sant'Antonio
mise from UK,
2007,
#2469, "This well regarded restaurant lived up to its reputaion. Ambience, food and service were excellent."
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Tuscany North, Lucca:
Canuleia
Jeff Whiteaker from CA,
2007,
#2534, "Without question the worst food of our entire 3 1/2 week trip to Italy. You'd have to go way out of your way to make food as bland and bad as this."
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Tuscany North, Lucca:
Gigi Trattoria
Lucca, Piazza del Carmine, Phone: 0583.467266
www.gigitrattoria.it
Closing day: Sunday and Monday dinner.
JDeQ from Canada,
2008,
#2962, "Cozy trattoria in the heart of the historic center of Lucca located in Piazza Del Carmine right in front the famous Mercato del Carmine."
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Tuscany North, Lucca:
Gli Orti di Via Elisa
Fiona from Scotland,
2007,
#2758, "A modern-style trattoria producing good Tuscan food with a wide selection of traditional dishes in a lively and convivial atmosphere"
caplanco from CO,
2006,
#2199, "We were tired and hungry. I told Michael I wanted to stop at the first place that looked like it had decent pasta. We were glad we did!"
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Tuscany North, Lucca:
L'Antico Sigillo
Via Degli Angeli 13, Phone: 0583.91.042
Jeff Whiteaker from CA,
2007,
#2530, "A surprisingly good find in a town that (to us, at least) seemed a bit lacking in genuinely great restaurants."
Debrah from Canada,
2007,
#2407, "A friendly and local restaurant that has a diverse menu of tasty food at economical prices."
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Tuscany North, Lucca:
Locanda Buatino
Via Borgo Giannotti 508, Phone: 0583.343.207
willit from UK,
2006,
#1945, "Very pleasant simple restaurant, full of locals. Smallish hand written menu in Italian only, but very interesting menu items. I have enjoyed every visit."
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Tuscany North, Lucca:
Ristorante All’Olivo
JDeQ from Canada,
2008,
#2964, "A very good restaurant, located on Piazza San Quirico, which has been serving happy Lucchese since 1944."
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Tuscany North, Lucca:
Ristorante Pizzeria K2
Via Amphitheatre, 107, Phone: 0583.467170
www.ristorantek2.it
Closing day: Thursday and February
JDeQ from Canada,
2008,
#2965, "Good restaurant, conveniently located near the main entrance to the Anfiteartro Romano."
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Tuscany North, Lucca:
Trattoria da Leo
Patrick, Arkansas from AR,
2009,
#3249, "Eat like a local, with the locals. It was full of people but we were the only tourists in there. That's a great sign that it's good food at a good value."
Jeff Whiteaker from CA,
2007,
#2527, "We dined here on two separate occasions: the first night was fabulous while the second was, quite bafflingly, awful."
caplanco from CO,
2006,
#2200, "A lively place serving typical Tuscan and Lucchese food in a warm atmosphere."
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Tuscany North, Lucca:
Vecchia Trattoria Buralli
Piazza S.Agostino, Phone: 0583950611
Closing day: Wednesday
mise from UK,
2007,
#2470, "Good local Trattoria; reasonable prices."
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Tuscany North, Pistoia:
La Bottegaia Osteria
Via del Lastrone 17, Phone: 0573 365602
Closing day: Monday and Sunday lunch
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2178, "We had a very good lunch here and will return next time we are in Pistoia. Clientele is a mix of local people and tourists. It is clearly popular with Pistoiese"
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Tuscany North, Ponte a Moriano:
La Mora
caplanco from CO,
2006,
#2201, "While we did not think La Mora was as good a value as other restaurants we'd enjoyed, it does serve creatively prepared and presented food."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
.Gelato: Il Gelato
jgk from FL,
2006,
#2049, "Best gelato in Siena! Try the pistacchio and all the fruit flavors. They also have ricotta gelato but I thought it was wierd. Nice friendly people, too."
Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Antica Osteria Da Divo
Harry from OH,
2008,
#2875, "We had an apartment in Siena for one month. Ate at many "recommended" restaurants and were disappointed. Da Divo has a nice atmosphere and the food is very good."
Jeff Whiteaker from CA,
2007,
#2591, "A chi-chi restaurant nestled in ancient, Etruscan ruins that serves freshly prepared, yet ultimately mediorce food to tourists with too much money."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Antica Trattoria L'Aquila
JayJ from CA,
2008,
#2892, "While in Siena, we were delighted to have found Antica Trattoria L’Aquila, a recently opened restaurant in a quieter area of Siena. Delicious food."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Boccon del Prete
Via San Pietro, 17, Phone: 0577-280-388
Closing day: Sunday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2126, "A great meal with some different menu choices near the center of Siena. Very busy, so reservations are a good idea."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Da Guido
Vicolo Beato Pier Pettinaio, 7, Phone: 0577 280042
mac1947 from TX,
2007,
#3240, "Ristorante Da Guido is a lovely place with great service. We hade an early dinner so few people were there so our service and food were wonderful."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Gallo Nero
Jeff Whiteaker from CA,
2007,
#2479, "Don't let the medieval shtick scare you, it's not a ploy to lure tourists. This is actually an excellent restaurant that serves expertly prepared Tuscan food."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
GELATO: Gelateria Kopa Kabana
Jeff Whiteaker from CA,
2007,
#2535, "Gelateria Kopa Kabana serves what is absolutely the best gelato I have found anywhere in Italy. The standard by which *all* others are judged."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Hostaria il Carroccio
Via Casato di Sotto, 32, Phone: 0577-41165
Closing day: Tuesday evening & Wednesday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2103, "Outstanding food in a very busy spot - reservations are a must here. Great bistecca fiorentina and excellent pasta. Nice wine list too."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
La Taverna del Capitano
Via del Capitano, 6/8, Phone: 577.28.8094
John Grenham from Ireland,
2006,
#2077, "Good honest Tuscan food, fairly priced, but the waiter from hell."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
La Taverna di Cecco
Via Cecco Angliolieri, 19, Phone: 0677.288.318
Closing day: None
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2088, "Small and very busy with very good Tuscan specialities. Get there early or go late, as it's very popular."
jgk from FL,
2006,
#2030, "Our favorite! Cucina Senese and a little bit more. Great wine list, great service, great food. Around E20/ person with good wine and dessert."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
La Taverna di San Giuseppe
Via Giovanni Dupre, 132, Phone: 0577-42286
Closing day: Sunday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2124, "Highly recommended - our favorite place from 2 weeks in Siena. We had two great dinners here. Reservations are essential."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
La Torre
Via Salicotto, 69, Phone: 577.28.7548
Closing day: Thursday
JDeQ from Canada,
2008,
#2971, "Fodors lists this as one of their top 10 restaurants in Siena – I rate it one of my top 10 dining disappointments in Italy!"
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2091, "Maybe we need a "yes, but" recommendation category! A decent meal, but nothing special. A disappointment after all the rave reviews."
jgk from FL,
2006,
#2033, "Not as good as I remembered. Still love the duck and the wild boar was wonderful, a little too salty. E97 for 4 with wine and 2 vin santo & cantucci"
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
La Vecchia Taverna di Bacco
via Beccheria 9, Phone: 0557.41299
janet488 from USA,
2007,
#2449, "Good food, good location, good service, good prices"
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
L'Osteria
Via dei Rossi, 79, Phone: 0577.287592
Jeff Whiteaker from CA,
2007,
#2492, "Simple as simple gets, L'Osteria serves basic, simple Tuscan fare that attracts the locals in droves and a few tourists as well."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Osteria de Tamburino
11 Via Stalloreggi, Phone: 0577.280306
Closing day: Sunday
cindylearuth from AK,
2007,
#2752, "Small, family-run restaurant in Sienna. Good food, good value."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Osteria del Coro
via Pantaneto 85-87, Phone: 0577 222482
jgk from FL,
2006,
#2036, "Very enjoyable! Great tortelli with pistacchio pesto; loved the garlicy pici with tomatoes & basil. Very nice pork steak. E47 for 3 w/ house wine. Good Value!"
Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Osteria Il Ghibellino
Via dei Pelligrini, 26, Phone: 0577-288-079
Closing day: Monday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2106, "Two excellent meals in a central location between the Campo and the Baptistry. It does fill up early, though, so book ahead."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Osteria La Chiacchera
Costa di Saint'Antonio, 4
Jeff Whiteaker from CA,
2007,
#2590, "This small osteria, located on a steep hill in Siena, offers an unmissable and precarious outdoor seating experience along with good food at cheap prices."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Osteria le Logge
Dog_Mother from NY,
2006,
#2167, "Nicely prepared and served food at a restaurant with a good reputation. I would consider this a fine dining establishment rather than an osteria."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Ristorante Guidoriccio
Via G, Dupre, 2, Phone: 0577-44350
Closing day: Sunday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2101, "Excellent food right and excellent service off the Campo. Disproves my rule that restaurants in such touristy spots are places to avoid!"
Maureen from MA (moderator),
2006,
#1975, "A great place for a long lunch, right off the Campo"
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Ristorante Medi Evo
Via dei Rossi, 40, Phone: 0577-280-315
Closing day: Thursday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2117, "Wonderful food, friendly service, and a sense of humor. We had two excellent dinners here."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Ristorante Nello La Taverna
Via del Porrione, 28, Phone: 0577.289.043
Closing day: Sunday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2090, "Somewhat modern menu with some interesting choices. A nice change from the typical-Tuscan menus at many places in Siena."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
San Desiderio Ristorante
Piazzetta L. Bonelli, 2
Closing day: Tuesday
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2133, "We more than did not like this restaurant! The service was terrible and the food was worse. We felt this was a tourist trap of a kind not often found in Italy."
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Tuscany Siena, Siena:
Trattoria La Tellina
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2180, "This is a small restaurant with just a handful of tables. We enjoyed our meal here very much - simple, good food. The bruschetta pomodoro was exceptionally good."
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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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Tuscany West, Casole D'Elsa:
Il Merlo
Casole D'Elsa, Phone: 0577 948638
Closing day: Monday
travelers from FL,
2008,
#2906, "Great restaurant full of locals"
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Tuscany West, Castagneto Carducci:
Il Cappellaccio
Via Vitt. Emanuele 7, Phone: 565-766005
www.ilcappellaccio.it
Closing day: Tuesday except in July and August
Jane from CA,
2006,
#2058, "Outstanding pizza in the midst of a charming medieval village full of atmosphere-- making strolling before or after eating a fun evening. (Other foods served.)"
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Tuscany West, Certaldo:
La Bottega di Chichibio
Via Boccaccio, 4, Phone: 0571.652504
Fiona from Scotland,
2007,
#2759, "A deli-cum-cafe specialising in local dishes, great for a lunch-time snack"
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Tuscany West, Civitella Marittima:
Locanda Nel Cassero
cindylearuth from AK,
2007,
#2749, "Wonderful restaurant in a small quaint village."
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Tuscany West, Civitella Marittima:
Locando nel Casero
summer801 from MN,
2008,
#3109, "This restaurant is absolutely superb! Eat there as often as you can."
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Tuscany West, Manciano:
Da Paulino
via Marsala 41, Phone: 0564629388
sw from USA,
2009,
#3277, "Incredible, a foodie place!!"
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Tuscany West, Montaione:
Carpe Diem
Carla in NoVA from VA,
2006,
#2184, "Nice, pricey restaurant with good food and nice wait staff."
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Tuscany West, Montaione:
La Tavernetta
Carla in NoVA from VA,
2006,
#2185, "Casual family friendly restaurant"
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Tuscany West, Mura:
Il Caminetto
Carla in NoVA from VA,
2006,
#2183, "Comfortable restaurant with friendly staff and great food"
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Tuscany West, Orbetello:
Gallery
Via Gioberti 91, Phone: 0564/860474
caplanco from CO,
2006,
#2203, "Very contemporary setting and food."
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Tuscany West, Pisa:
Antica Trattoria il Campano
Via Domenica Calvaca, Phone: 050.580585
willit from UK,
2006,
#1944, "Unimpressive from the outside, the interior is very pleasant. The menu menu is excellent, the wine list huge. All of us enjoyed our meals, highly recommended."
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Tuscany West, Pisa:
Osteria del Porton Rosso
Via Porton Rosso 11, Phone: 050.580566
Closing day: Sunday
Gloria - Casina di Rosa from Italy,
2006,
#1900, "In one of the most beautiful locations in Pisa. We had a fantastic meal for 25 euros per person!"
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Tuscany West, Pisa:
Ristorante La Pergoletta
Via delle Belle Torri, 40, Phone: 40.050.542458
www.lapergoletta.com
Closing day: Mondays and Saturdays
WVCyndy from WV,
2006,
#1983, "Excellent food and friendly, helpful service!"
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Tuscany West, Porto Santo Stefano:
Il Moletto
Porto Santo Stefano, right on the waterfront, Phone: 0564.813636
www.moletto.it/
cindylearuth from AK,
2007,
#2753, "Beautiful location right on the waterfront in Porto Santo Stefano. Nice location for a glass of wine and fresh seafood."
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Tuscany West, San Gimignano:
Caffetteria dell’Olmo
Piazza della Cisterna, San Gimignano
Leslie from Australia,
2006,
#2301, "The best cappuccino in San Gimignano."
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Tuscany West, San Gimignano:
Dulcis in Fundo
FB-Bear from VA,
2008,
#3078, "Fresh from the garden, delicious food, very friendly and accomodating"
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2123, "A very nice trattoria/enoteca just a little off the beaten track in San Gimignano. A nice view from the outside tables."
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Tuscany West, San Gimignano:
Peruca
Via Capassi 16, Phone: 0577 943 136
Evets from US,
2006,
#2016, "Excellent meal in a small restaurant in a town not known for excellent meals."
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Tuscany West, San Gimignano:
Ristorante Beppone
Via delle Romite 13, Phone: 577.943135
Mark from UK,
2006,
#2005, "Nice place, shame about the service!"
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Tuscany West, San Gimignano:
Taverna Paradiso
Via San Giovanni, 6, Phone: 0577.94030
Leslie from Australia,
2006,
#2273, "A handy place for a quick lunch just below the Piazza della Cisterna."
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Tuscany West, Volterra:
Il Pozzo degli Etruschi
Via del Prigioni, 28-30, Phone: 0588-80608
Closing day: Friday
Kevin Clark from Italy,
2006,
#2100, "A little touristy - hardly surprising in this location - but still a very nice meal for a decent price."
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