Ristorante Grotta di Santa Caterina da Bagoga
Siena
Pierino Fagnani ('Bagoga'), one of Siena's most famous Palio jockeys, swapped his saddle for an apron in 1973 and opened this much-loved restaurant. Now…
Ristorante Grotta di Santa Caterina da Bagoga
Siena
Pierino Fagnani ('Bagoga'), one of Siena's most famous Palio jockeys, swapped his saddle for an apron in 1973 and opened this much-loved restaurant. Now…
Montalcino
A perfect example of the sleekly styled wine bar that is trending in Tuscany today, Franci offers a menu that takes more than a few liberties when…
Pisa
When the urge for a swift bowl of pasta strikes, hit this stylish spaghetteria on one of Pisa's buzziest squares. A riot of faux flowers, strung on red…
Northwestern Tuscany
It's worth getting lost in Colonnata's tangle of narrow lanes to find this family-run osteria, a local favourite for tasty lardo platters and imaginative…
Northwestern Tuscany
This staunchly local foccaceria and merenderia (snack bar) is the perfect spot for lingering over a tasty plate of regional Lunigiana cheeses, salami and…
Oltrarno
Founded as a wine shop in 1950, this Oltrarno institution sticks closely to the traditional, with its long list of fine Tuscan wines and dried meats…
Northwestern Tuscany
Dining at this popular trattoria is akin to dining in someone's family home – that of Camilla, Angela and Giulia in this case, who cook up authentic…
Northwestern Tuscany
When a break from traditional meat-heavy Tuscan beckons, reserve a table on the pocket-sized piazza terrace at this Barga newbie. Chef Riccardo Orsucci…
Northwestern Tuscany
Locals rave about this tiny family-run trattoria on Cathedral Sq, aptly called 'By Auntie' and with an inviting 'Cibo e Vino' (food and wine) strapline…
Livorno
American burgers, onion rings, pancakes and all-day breakfasts are cooked up at this 1950s-styled surf bar and American diner adjoining Livorno's aquarium…
Pistoia
A backstreet treasure that you really won't find unless you know about it, this stalwart no-frills trattoria cooks up some of the most traditional and…
Arezzo
Follow the locals to this bright, modern gelateria artigianale (artisan gelato shop) on Arezzo's main passeggiata (late afternoon-strolling) strip…
Oltrarno
With just a handful of tables, this salotto bio (organic living room) oozes intimacy. Miniature cabbage 'flowers' decorate each table, fruit and veg…
Southern Tuscany
Seating a mere 10 people at four tables (another six can squeeze onto tiny alley tables outside), this friendly place operated by Raffaella Cecchelli…
Northwestern Tuscany
For an exhilarating taste of the seaside (accompanied by the odd greedy seagull) head to the quayside where this gleaming mint-green friggitoria…
Elba
Much-loved by locals, this traditional address sees chef Massimo cook up the very best of Tuscan produce with a generous peppering of simplicity. The menu…
Lucca
Gosh, what a fabulous collection of copper pots is strung from the wood-beamed ceiling! This atmosphere-laden restaurant has wooed romantic diners since…
Southern Tuscany
Located on the road between Massa Marittima and the coast, this local favourite is a great place to source picnic provisions including filled panini …
Montepulciano
The restaurant at Fattoria Le Capezzine only has 30 seats, so bookings are essential if you're keen to sample chef Luca Biancucci's creations, many of…
Chianti
Built on the rooftop of the sleek Antinori winery, this restaurant seats diners on an expansive outdoor terrace with a 180-degree Dolby-esque surround of…
Oltrarno
This unassuming brick-walled osteria on one of the Oltrarno's prettiest squares is top choice for foodies in search of the Florentine tripe experience…
Oltrarno
A key address on any gastronomy agenda: your taste buds will tingle at the sight of the legs of ham, conserved truffles, wheels of cheese, artisanal bread…
Livorno
For affordable seafood waterside, make a beeline for this sea-blue shack with plastic tables and chairs overlooking a canal in 'Little Venice'. A Marshall…
Siena
Close to the Campo but off the well-beaten tourist trail, this enoteca (wine bar) is located in a vaulted medieval building but has a contemporary feel…
Oltrarno
A faithful byword for quality Tuscan fare: older Florentines mention this place with a satisfied smile. And indeed, 4 Leoni is a reliable choice for meats…
Siena
The huge slabs of Chianina beef displayed in a refrigerated cabinet in the window signals one of the specialities at this family-run trattoria on the…
Lucca
A clever mix of fast and slow food, this modern Eataly eatery cooks up gourmet burgers crafted from Tuscany's signature Chianina beef alongside a…
Chianti
Italians do fast food differently, and what a wonderful difference it is. Greve's famous macelleria (butcher) and gourmet-provision shop operates this…
Pisa
For a gourmet panino (sandwich) wrapped in crunchy waxed paper, this minuscule deli and panineria delivers. Take your pick from dozens of different combos…
Montalcino
In a town overflowing with enoteche, this is definitely one of the best. Choose a bottle from a huge selection of Italian and European wines on offer …
Siena
Famed for top-quality produce, Morbidi's excellent-value basement lunch buffet (12.15pm to 2.30pm Monday to Saturday) includes freshly prepared antipasti,…
Oltrarno
With its vintage red-brick walls, taupe table linen and contemporary lighting, this osteria near Palazzo Pitti is the perfect fusion of old and new. And…
Pisa
With its soul-soaringly high stone-vaulted ceiling and lavish deli display of Tuscan cheeses and salamis, this contemporary wine bar and eatery is hard to…
Lucca
Veteran Leo is famed for its friendly ambience and cheap food – ranging from plain-Jane acceptable to grandma delicious. Enticing sides include baked…
Pisa
For good, honest, unpretentious Tuscan cooking, nothing beats this classical old-timer. From the cork-covered wine list to the complimentary plate of warm…
Pistoia
Dishes range from staunchly traditional to experimental at this Slow Food–hailed osteria, famed for its finely butchered cured meats and interesting wine…
Chianti
Modern twists on classic Tuscan dishes are the focus at this osteria on the Castello di Brolio estate. The food here is light and full of flavour, made…
Oltrarno
A happening pasta bar on Florence's hippest square: admire chefs at work in the open kitchen while you wait for a table. A buoyant, party-loving crowd…
Lucca
Find Lucca's beautiful, young, music-loving things lingering over burgers, pancakes, smoothies and all-day breakfasts at this fun, all-day hangout – a…
Southern Tuscany
The view from the terrace of this friendly osteria (casual tavern) is simply spectacular, making it a particularly popular choice in fine weather. The…
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