Eastern Tuscany
Utterly fantastic, 100% homemade cucina tipica Casentinese (typical Casentino cuisine) is the drawcard of this gem of a family-run village bistro,…
Must-see restaurants in Eastern Tuscany
Arezzo
Operated by the Ludovichi family since 1905, Agania serves the type of diehard traditional fare that remains the cornerstone of Tuscan dining…
Eastern Tuscany
Ask any local where to sink your teeth into the perfect bistecca alla fiorentina, aka Tuscany's iconic T-bone steak, and the answer is always Ristorante…
Arezzo
At his eponymous restaurant, chef Giovanni Aliciati reimagines classic Italian dishes using top-quality ingredients and incorporating French and Spanish…
Eastern Tuscany
Toscana Twist is a rare and wonderful breed in rural Tuscany, a contemporary bistro-cafe-wine bar hybrid serving creative Tuscan cuisine packed with fresh…
Eastern Tuscany
This old-world eatery is a culinary joy. Trolleys laden with feisty joints of pork, beef stewed in chianti classico and roasted veal shank are pushed from…
Eastern Tuscany
Sisters Sara and Loide Battistelli head the kitchen and dining room of this elegant restaurant, which serves organic produce and plenty of gluten-free…
Eastern Tuscany
Just outside the historic town walls, Sansepolcro's best cafe bustles at all times of the day. It's a go-to destination whether you're after a morning…
Eastern Tuscany
Die-hard traditional Tuscan cuisine is the name of the game at this much-loved address in the heart of old-world Anghiari. Zuppa di pane (bread soup),…
Arezzo
Heading southeast from Florence to Arezzo, this vivid pink villa in an olive grove is the perfect lunch stop, especially in summer when the dining action…
Arezzo
Follow the locals to this bright, modern gelateria artigianale (artisan gelato shop) on Arezzo's main passeggiata (late afternoon-strolling) strip…
Eastern Tuscany
Be it the locally bred cinta senese pork, Chianina beef or pecorino cheese, everything is 100% organic at this enticing restaurant. Summertime tables sit…
Cortona
Occupying the medieval stable of a Renaissance palazzo, Cortona's best-regarded restaurant has close-set tables where diners enjoy refined versions of…
Arezzo
Tucked behind the Cappella Bacci, this gourmet panini bar has Zen-styled decor and a choice of sandwiches filled with fish, cheese, meats (pork, rabbit),…
Eastern Tuscany
The panoramic views from the dining room of this chalet are as good as the pasta and meat dishes on the menu, which incorporate seasonal delights such as…
Eastern Tuscany
Follow the locals to this wildly popular eatery, which has a large summer garden that's perfect for summer dining. Cuisine is staunchly Tuscan, with lots…
Eastern Tuscany
This easy dine in Soci, 5km east of Poppi, is run by young dynamic sommelier Barbara and chef Cesare. It's a real favourite with locals – and travellers –…
Arezzo
Contemporary Italian cooking is on offer at this game-changing restaurant in central Arezzo. Design lovers are wooed by the minimalist interior with part…
Arezzo
Located near the railway station, this much-loved trattoria is cosy in winter when its vaulted, red-brick cellar setting comes into its own. Cuisine is…
Cortona
Simple seasonal dishes are the trademark of this vaulted cellar, a hotspot with local bon vivants who come to indulge in their pick of Tuscan and Italian…
Eastern Tuscany
In the evening the dozen tables at La Tana degli Orsi (The Lair of the Bear), an unusual chalet-style building, are hotly contested, making advance…
Arezzo
Boasting an historic farmacia (pharmacy) sign on its facade, this budget restaurant near the Cappella Bacci is known for its daily spread of antipasti,…
Eastern Tuscany
Serving rustic dishes from Lazio and Tuscany, this frills-free tavern is an excellent lunch stop. The small menu includes tasty antipasti such as la…
Cortona
The interior walls of this long-standing favourite are adorned with B&W snaps of actors who've dined here after performing in the nearby theatre, and…
Cortona
Hanging baskets of flowers mark the entrance to this tiny, deli-style fiaschetteria (simple wine bar), which is known for its budget dining and convivial…
Cortona
Serving delicious cakes, biscuits and pastries since 1930, this popular pasticceria (cake shop) is a good place to sample treats such as spolette (sweet…
Arezzo
A delectable array of local cheese and cured meats awaits at this popular alimentari (grocery store), which fills fresh panini (sandwiches) and foccacias…
Arezzo
No artificial flavourings, emulsifiers, preservatives or food dyes are used in the creation of the gelato and frozen yogurt here, and this, combined with…
Eastern Tuscany
This pizzeria-bar buzzes with young locals at weekends, who pile into the cavernous space to enjoy pizzas and calzoni cooked forno à legna (in a…
Arezzo
This cosy bottle-lined room just off Piazza Grande offers a choice of Tuscan wine (by the glass or bottle), platters of cheese and meat, and rustic dishes…
Arezzo
Local, seasonal produce forms the backbone of the regional fare served at this long-standing address, which is located beneath the porticoes of Arezzo's…
Eastern Tuscany
An iconic address, this grandiose dining room dates to 1807. Sweep up the marble staircase and into a historical world of glass chandeliers, Renaissance…
Arezzo
The well-used cooking pots and baking trays displayed in the window signal that this is a homespun place and the menu bears this out, being dominated by…
Eastern Tuscany
This old-fashioned dining experience cooks up traditional Tuscan beneath an atmospheric vaulted ceiling. Find it on a steep side street off Via Cesare…
