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Da Cesari

4.7 (61 reviews)
PriceyItalian
Open 12:30 pm - 2:30 PM, 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM

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Their ice cream with balsamic
Kelly C.

3rd time eating here and it's a must when we visit Bologna! Every dish is excellent! The pastas were both amazing! We hadn't ever had rabbit and it was quite tasty! The vegetable dish is nothing less than a perfect meal! So much flavor! The pork cheek was tender and delicious! This time we tried the aubergine rolls and they were a big hit at our table! And to end with their ice cream and balsamic was a perfect end to a great meal. Make reservations ahead! It's perfect for lunch or dinner and absolutely delicious!

Taylor Z.

Had a great time trying a variety of the menu. The best was the sausage ragu and the guinea fowl was also pretty good. Wasn't as much of a fan of the tortellini. The ice cream with balsamic was perfect to cap off the dinner.

William P.

VERY tasty food. Believe it or not, the pigeon was EXCEPTIONAL! Seasoned well and very tender. It was for sure the star of the show behind the tasty bolognese. The entire staff was incredibly friendly and provided great service. The vibe was very cool too. I give this place 5 stars across the board.

Tortellini beef broth
Nawal H.

Most famous foods in Bologna include meaty pasta dishes,so we decided to check out Bolognese-style pasta dishes at the highly recommended by locals, family owned spot We ordered the Tagliatelle with classic Bolognese sauce - which was cooked perfectly with a true meaty but not overbearing flavor , Tortellini in beef broth - which was not at all salty and still so flavorful, and Ricotta cheese tortelloni with Truffle - which was incredibly cheesy and Delicious. To top it all off, the vibe of this place is a 1930s rustic restaurant so you truly felt that you were immersing yourself in true authentic experience and we loved every minute of it.

Mortadella - probably the best I've ever had
Sal P.

If you're in Bologna do yourself a favor and make a reservation at #ristorantedecesari just plain amazing #italian cooking. The #mortadella was almost melt in your mouth delicious. Followed by and asparagus flan starter that was so good. Then did a pomodoro pasta and a fresh asparagus pasta these were both amazing. Past cooked absolutely perfectly. The Sparta's so tender and tasty it melted in your mouth. Great atmosphere. The father and son run it like a top and they are "molto simpatico" . Just a great spot and the reason so many want to visit Italy and enjoy the cities, the people and the food. And don't miss the hidden window on the way there!

Artichoke flan
Jessica S.

The one table i booked during my trip to bologna and absolutely 100% worth it. Make sure to reserve esp if going for dinner !! The pumpkin tortelloni is actually life changing, i may deign to say the best pasta ive had in my life - definitely the best stuffed one at the very least. I retroactively ordered an artichoke flan which was great altho idk why i didnt just order it from the start lol its a bit heavy but very nice w a red wine. I wish i had a bigger stomach so i cld have tried the pumpkin sorbet w balsamic too but ill b back. Idk HOW they made the pumpkin just taste so... pumpkin... but like buttery and sweet and DEEP in the tortelloni. Run!!!!!

Mahesh P.

It's small, it's warm, it's welcoming - it's everything Bologna... There's a bajillion places like this scattered through Bologna (and Italy, for that matter) - small friendly restaurants, with impeccable food. You're liable to walk past this one (it's tucked away on a busy street), but that would be a mistake, you'd be missing out. This is one of those places where the staff is happy to spend as much (or little!) time with you as you want, discussing the food, the weather, life, whatever, and if you make it back there, they'll remember you. Mind you, not to forget about the food - it is *exceptionally* good (then again, that's Bologna for you). The pasta is just the right consistency, the flavors come through with just the right attitude, oh, I wish I were back there right now Anyhow, if you're in the 'hood - go!

Delicious spaghettoni in mothers special sauce
Barbara F.

Wonderful food and experience! Best food during our two week trip to Italy! A great family owned place.

Green pasta with sausage sauce
Shawn H.

Everything here was spectacular. The old world decor, the amazing service, and of course the food. Our entire party of 6(including 2 small children) completed clean plate club.The Ragu(bolognese, but don't call it that unless you like uncomfortable situations) was transcendent. Redefining what you think this dish could be with a richness and layering of flavors that I've never experienced. The kids buttered pasta with ham was simplistic in theory but very flavorful. The green ravioli stuffed with rabbit and smoked ricotta was sublime. The green pasta with sausage sauce was the weak dish of the meal and it was still better than 95% of pasta I've had in my life. The roast beef with mushrooms was cooked to perfection, sliced thin, and assembled almost like a carpaccio.

Bread
Shawn H.

We finally made it back to Bologna after about three and a half years, and needed to come back here after our outstanding lunch way back when. Once again, we absolutely loved everything we got. We had eaten a huge lunch and were barely hungry, but still managed to house three pastas: tortellini in brodo, tagliatelle with bolognese, and gramignone with sausage ragu, all of which were amazing. Highly recommend this place.

Amazing Artichoke appetizer - salad and soufflé!
Bee S.

Same great 5 stars and the pics to prove it!! Dang, wish I could go weekly! SOOOO good! The artichoke soufflé appetizer was some of the best food I had that week! Everything was amazing, the tortellini, the truffles on everything! Just go!

Involtini di melanzane con pomodoro
Tom M.

Probably our favorite place in Bologna. The food was great (pretty much all the food in Bologna was great) but this place had wonderful service, super nice server (one of the Cesari clan, son of mama in the kitchen), and it just felt comfortable. Can't really go wrong on the menu, the usual suspects well-executed. Highly recommend.

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Great restaurant, family owned and you can tell. These people really pay attention. If you go to Bologna and you love food, you have to go.

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Osteria Broccaindosso - Tagliatelle Al ragu (2nd of the 3 pasta sampler) and the best I've had yet. The ragu was meaty and really flavorful.

Osteria Broccaindosso

4.5(70 reviews)
1.1 km
€€

Intro: After exploring Bologna to the fullest, we made our way to Osteria Broccaindosso for dinner…read more Located outside of the heart of Bologna, despite being away from the center of the action, the restaurant was almost full. They didn't have any tables outside so we were seated inside. Service (3.5/5): No WiFi unfortunately which isn't great for an international traveler like me. Standard European service. Not terribly friendly and not terribly efficient but I would say they were a bit more attentive than the norm. They did hook us up with some complimentary limoncello shots which was a really nice touch. Ambiance (3.5/5): A little quieter since it's off the beaten path which I like. A pleasant, homey restaurant. Drinks (4.5/5): We shared a bottle of wine. And the aforementioned limoncello shots. Food (4/5): We went with their pasta for two deal where each person gets three different types of pasta that you choose from six or so options. I love getting a variety of dishes so this was a nice way to do it. Not huge portions given the price but still delicious. The dishes were served to us quickly and we got to try some pastas we had never heard of. Overall: When in Bologna, Osteria Broccaindosso makes for a fine choice. It's a 15-minute walk or so from the center of town.

The food was the best we've had in the 4 days we've been in Italy. Some of us ordered the 3 pasta…read moresampler; some ordered the 2 pasta sampler, and we didn't regret it! All of the pasta choices were super tasty and very much enjoyed dinner. We tried 3 different wines and they were all also very good. Our main courses ended with tiramisu and apple cakes, which were also delicious. The staff was friendly and spoke enough English to communicate with us. Food came out hot and fast and we very much enjoyed every bit. This restaurant is highly by a group of foodies from Seattle!

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Osteria Broccaindosso - Look for address 7A top right corner

Look for address 7A top right corner

Osteria Broccaindosso - Lasagna was absolutely delicious!

Lasagna was absolutely delicious!

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Ristoranti: Teresina - Sage Tortellini spinach and cheese. This was so earthy flavorful in every bite. The sage was so tasteful and not overwhelming.

Ristoranti: Teresina

5.0(4 reviews)
0.5 km

The ambiance is garden with inside seating. Their outside seating is bigger than inside. Both…read moreambiance look great. Outside garden and inside has Italy art, small space close seating. The service was great. As an American I had to slow down. Italy is in no rush to serve nor no rush to have you leave. I enjoyed every single bite and sip. The food was just amazing. It was so great that I came in for lunch and dinner. Even their appetizer bread was good.

Ristorante Teresina in Bologna was amazing. A small place hidden in a tiny alley but it has…read morebeautiful scenery that should not be missed. Upon walking through the alley I was greeted by the owner of the restaurant who was nothing but kind. After being sat down my table decided to order the mozzarella bites and our server's choice of white wine to begin with. Our server selected a wine that he had me try before giving me the entire bottle. I appreciated him letting me try the wine and asking what I wanted in the wine before selecting it. Afterwards we received our mozzarella bites that includes mini mozzarella balls, basil, and tomatoes. This was a refreshing appetizer that was a great start to our eating experience. We then placed our order for our main course. I ordered the tagliatelle al ragu bolognese. Once the dish came out the owner of the restaurant asked if I would like parmesan and he sprinkled the perfect amount. This pasta was extremely delicious and I ate every last bite. I plan to order both of these dishes again in the future. Additionally, we did not order a dessert but the owner insisted that we try the tiramisu. Thankfully, the owner gave us two slices that we devoured instantly. Along with the other two dishes, I will definitely order the tiramisu. Overall, Ristorante Teresina has an amazing menu, wonderful environment, and excellent service. All three of these aspects are why I will return to this restaurant!

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Ristoranti: Teresina - Outside sign, gotta love Italy hours

Outside sign, gotta love Italy hours

Ristoranti: Teresina - Octopus was so good and flavorful, the green veggies really complement

Octopus was so good and flavorful, the green veggies really complement

Ristoranti: Teresina - Red wine this one was delish. Smooth not overpowering.

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Red wine this one was delish. Smooth not overpowering.

Il Tartufo - Pistachio guanciale pasta

Il Tartufo

4.7(7 reviews)
1.2 km

We found Il Tartuffo on the way to our hotel from the train station. It's on a side street. We were…read moreable to get a table without a prior reservation. The dining room is large. We sat in the front bar area at a cozy little table. Our waiter greeted us and brought water as soon as we sat down. He explained some of the dishes too. The waiter was also a bartender and made an amazing espresso martini using Fabrizi syrups. The syrups added a lot of flavor. An ext dove wine list is also available of course. The Lambrusco was very good too. Our waiter recommended the tortellini in forma. It was made table side in a parmigiana wheel. The cheese was creamy and very good. We added white truffles which added a nice contrasting note. It was fun to watch it being prepared! The lasagna verde was good but could have used some more sauce. It was a little dry. . The Stringozzi guanciale E pistachio was good with al dente pasta. The guanciale added a little saltiness with the crunch of the pistachios. The pork loin was good but basic. The potatoes and greens added a nice touch. All in all the restaurant had good food and a nice staff

Amazing restaurant with wonderful vibe, service and comfortable seating. We made a reservation…read moreduring a less busy time earlier in the evening in September. We had the amazing cheese wheel tortellini which was served tableside and my husband had a spectacular lamb. The bread was great as well.

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Il Tartufo - Cacio e Pepe ravioli

Cacio e Pepe ravioli

Il Tartufo - Great ambiance

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Great ambiance

Da Cesari - italian - Updated May 2026

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