Ristorante La Bottega (Volpaia / Radda in Chianti)…read more Volpaia is a wonderful small hamlet that should be on everyone's must see village list when visiting Tuscany. Although the town has less than 30 permeant residents, it has one of the more interesting wineries in the area, Castello di Volpaia. Following a very worthwhile wine tour, we had lunch at La Bottega. The restaurant has a great outdoor seating area which overlooks the valley next to Volpaia. The view was wonderful and relaxing. The service was very prompt. The meal was solid. Overall, a good choice when visiting Volpaia.

Definitely YES, great food, service and unforgettable Tuscany views. We ordered raviolis,…read moreflorentina steak paired with Chanti wine. A place to visit more than one time!!!

A Wonderful Tuscan Dining Experience…read more We had an absolutely wonderful evening at Osteria di Casa Chianti! We were there celebrating a birthday, and meeting the owner, Max, made the experience even more special. His genuine passion for his restaurant, his food, and his guests is easy to see and really adds to the experience. The food was absolutely amazing, and the atmosphere made for a memorable evening in Tuscany. Max made us feel welcomed and truly took the time to make our celebration special. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and will definitely be back the next time we're in Tuscany. Highly recommend Osteria di Casa Chianti!

Food was amazing - we didn't have a reservation but they fit us in - service was wonderful and I…read morewould highly recommend

I'm not even sure where to begin, so I'm going to start with gratitude. I'm grateful that I live a…read morelife where I was able to take a tour of this picturesque winery tucked into a Tuscan hillside, followed by an absurdly delicious four hour lunch complete with ALL THE WINE. Look, I've been wine tasting before. I'm cultured. I usually go to the bathroom in the bathroom. But I was completely unprepared for this lunch. Partially because my friends who booked it didn't tell us we were tasting wine at a Michelin starred restaurant (and partially because I was deeply hungover from all the wine I "tasted" the night before). In any case, I was not at my best when I arrived. But the hospitality here is unmatched. They welcomed us in like we were guests in their home, offering espresso and anything else we needed before the informative and interesting tour of the monastery where they make and store the wine, including the 1000 year old rooms where they used to smoke meat, and store food. The entire estate is absolutely gorgeous. We were here in May, and everything was blooming. They have an incredible garden in the back which I assume provides much of the produce for our meals, and you can taste the quality and the freshness in their "garden's fresh salad" which was one of the five courses on our menu (that in reality looked and tasted like no salad I've ever seen). This menu underpromised, and the staff overdelivered. While there were five courses, there were also several bites, and tastes, and dips, and even mini-sandwiches of anchovy and butter and dehydrated chicken essence that blew my mind. By the time we finished the incredible cannelloni with roasted beef sauce, and started on the duck l'orange, we were bursting at the seams. I cursed my mother for instilling in me a need to finish everything that was put in front of me, but I was never not going to eat that airy focaccia paired with the silkiest olive dip you've ever seen. One of my friends joked (I think), "If they bring us any more food I'm burning this place to the ground." And of course, every bit of this food was paired with a fabulous wine from their estate. That monastery is filled with bottles of delicious chianti classico, tignanello, barolo, and more. It was amazing. It was excessive. I loved it all. It wasn't cheap, but it was worth it.

Enjoyed lunch in early October 2023, the multi course meal was exceptional, the wines served with…read moreeach course were outstanding and, the service was impeccable.

This place is...chef's kiss...molto bene...it slaps; however you communicate that the food is Just…read more That. GOOD! We stumbled upon this while driving from Florence city center to the Tuscan countryside (USA tourists;) and yelp led us right. A limited menu with a few different tasting menus, we went à la carte and had the exploding raviolis and boar tagliatelle and they were both SO SO SO DELICIOUS! Small-er, but well appointed art deco-type decor...with one waitress and one sommelier...the wine recommendations were perfect! Things that sounded 'different' than what we are used to, just worked...and worked perfectly. Don't negate this place for its limited menu or combinations that you might not be used to, give it a try bc EveryThing we put in our mouths was top notch. Truly deserving of its Michelin Star rating. It's really that good. A closed-minded me from my youth would have written it off based on its pretentious-sounding dishes, but older, open-minded me did me a favor. Yummy in my tummy. Satisfying. Delicious. Don't miss out!

Amaaaaaazing food here! House wine was wonderful. Cheese appetizer was perfect, and the gnocchi…read morespecial was beyond words it was so good. Very welcoming staff who stayed open late for us.

I didn't know what to expect from this place. I simply booked it on the recommendation from my…read morehotel, but boy am I happy I went here. The most striking thing about this restaurant is the high level of service.i can think of at least 5 examples of how their service exceeded my expectations: 1) When we arrived, the staff were expecting us and knew it was us. We had called 3 hours ahead, but this touch set the tone. 2) they had set up a perfect table for two for us by the window, with an incredible view. 3) We wanted some salad as we had been binging on hearty food throughout our Tuscan adventure, and if you've been to these parts, you know that even their salads have carbs. So when we expressed our desire for a green salad which was not on the menu, they had no reservations about cooking us up a perfect salad. 4) The chef came out to check on us to see if everything was ok. He walked to each table, which I have rarely seen. 5) When we were leaving, I asked if I could take my bottle of sparkling water with me. It was late at night and I was doubtful of finding a place to find water. The restaurant actually gave me a whole new bottle to take with me. Now how about the food? Really amazing! Duck ragout, and ravioli, both were excellent. The wine was incredible. I had a glass of chianti classico but regretfully didn't write down the name. If I could rate this place 6 stars, I would! Grazie Milli!!

Not many restaurants in town , this one has a very limited menus mostly meat. The staff is nice…read moreprices are fair. Seems like a local spot so that's good. But if fancy is what your looking for, it's not the spot. Cheers

We discovered this charming enoteca while walking the through the medieval hilltop town of Radda in…read moreTuscany. It was time for pranzo (lunch), and the menu posted outside was appealing. Sadly, after we were seated, we learned that they did not have the one dish that most of us wanted -- Zuppa Toscana Riboltita (Tuscan soup made with cabbage, beans and crusty bread). For my lunch, I enjoyed Cinghiale in Umido (wild boar stew) and Verdure al Forno (baked mixed vegetables). The house red wine was fine. The restaurant itself was small but charming. Service was good.

David and staff, Gracie! Lovely dinner for us on a Monday night. Reservations are a must. As we…read moresaw him turn away two couples because it's a small place and enjoyably so. We had the Rich salad (see photos) for our anti pasta and pici cacio e pepe also Pasta alla Giovannino for our second dishes. No room for mains after that and saved room for desserts. The wine list is good and if you need more just purchase a bottle from shelf or ask the owners.

On Sunday morning, before I was to depart for Rome, my friend Sabino asked what I wanted for lunch…read more Having had a spectacular pizza for dinner the evening before, I was keen to try something I'd not yet sampled. I suggested we go for bistecca alla fiorentina, or Florentine style steak. This typical Tuscan offering is the region's signature dish and for good reason! We hopped on Sabino's scooter and took a gorgeous ride through Chianti to get to Da Padellina. When we pulled up, a Porsche 356 1600 Super was parked in front. Porsches are really not my thing but this vintage beauty captured my attention. Not fancy, the restaurant's history is long and shows on all the walls. Sabino and I dined upstairs overlooking rolling hills. We split a huge slab of meat (you get to choose it before they cook it) and it was carefully explained to me that the cooking method for bistecca alla fiorentina is very simple: fire, salt, pepper, olive oil. Basically it's all about the meat, which is served very rare. We also got sides of beans and potatoes and plenty of red wine. Those in search of a proper Florentine steak will surely find it here. Two words to sum up my meal at Da Padellina: Buonissimo Bistecca! Definitely one of the more memorable meals I've had in Italy.

I believe this business is closed? Went on Fri, June 17th and appeared shut down permanently…read more Bummer.

My wife and I visited this restaurant on the suggestion of the inn keepers at the villa where we…read morewere staying in nearby Lucolena. Hands down one of the best meals of my life. Simple, fresh and homemade ingredients. The house wine (red) was cheap and delicious. I had the Risotto with Gorgonzola and Pear which was OFF THE HOOK!! My wife had the Spinach Ravioli with spicy Aribiatta sauce. I tasted the stuff and it blew my mind. We also had an appetizer of assorted meats, cheeses and the most mouth watering Italian Olives you can imagine. For desert we had cappuccino and a slice of chocolate cake that was extra tasty. Total bill for everything was €43. Not bad considering we had just travelled from Rome and far inferior meals for similar prices (or more). Our server was very sweet and patient with our limited Italian skills. The ambience and setting was second to none. A must visit for any pilgrim in the Tuscan wine country.

Wow! This charming restaurant is located in a small little area with beautiful views. We ended up…read morebeing the only diners for lunch and we loved every second of our visit. Both women working were so kind and helpful. We had a table right next to the window, which was opened to experience the perfect weather and see the beautiful views. For antipasti we ordered the artichoke flan with chicken liver. This has fresh artichoke from their garden and it was so delicious! For primi we had the ravioli with pesto and Pici cacio e Pepe, both of which were very good. Secondi we had Tuscan sausages and grilled steak with a side of grilled veggies. Everything wonderful and perfectly cooked. For dessert we tried their cantucci with vin santo and the tiramisu. The tiramisu was one of the best I've ever had and the cantucci good, the vin santo very strong! This was my favorite meal during our time in Tuscany and I hope to visit again in the future.

Best spaghetti ragu and steak I ever had. Cute restaurant with wonderful views. Our food was…read moredelicious and there was a great ambiance.

After having heard raves about this place from all the local winemakers, we finally got there in…read morelate April. We didn't have a reservation, but they managed to squeeze us in for lunch. The food is terrific. Not an enormous menu, but what they do, they do very very well. Great wine list from virtually all the local Radda/Panzano and Castellina producers. Service was pleasant and fast-paced (lunchtime can be busy there!). They offer both indoor and outdoor seating. What was really fun was the mashup of lunch guests: clearly a mix of local workers, wine cellar rats, etc. as well as finely-attired tourists following the Michelin path. So lunch outside was boisterous but also very friendly and lively. There's not much in Lucarelli, and it's easy to drive right through the small roadside village and not notice the place. But that's part of its local charm. I'd highly recommend seeking the place out.

Really great place!! It was recommended to us by various wineries due to their great wine menu. You…read morewill definitely find something special there. Just ask the owner and he will make a recommendation. The food is just great. A really nice variation of Tuscany food, but also nice interpretation of international things (f.e. American Cheesecake). Definitely worth a trip there!