I think this was my favorite restaurant in all of northern Italy. This was one of the few places in…read moreItaly that tasted exactly how I imagined Italian food in Italy would taste. I got there much earlier than my family, they let me sit at a table and wait ~15 minutes for them. The owner offered me a glass of wine on the house while I waited which was really kind. They also had a complimentary appetizer of mortadella for us when we were all seated as well. The mortadella was amazing. The pasta was truly al dente, not just undercooked like it was in so many other places. The sauce was delicious and flavorful, and maybe more importantly, there was a sufficient amount of it. Not just a little dollop, enough sauce to cover the pasta. The osso buco was one of my favorites - we tried osso buco probably half a dozen times, but this was by far the best, without a doubt. Delicious and served with some potatoes and seasonal veggies on the side.

Real Italian! Great ambiance (a converted drug store), service - warm, friendly, greeted with comp…read moreglass of wine and amuse bouche, and great food. We went twice - the eggplant ravioli I had in 2019 was just as good in 2025, maybe even better (bigger portion!) and the Ossobuco (often spelled osso buco, Italian for "bone with a hole") is a traditional Italian dish from Milan made with braised veal shanks. The name refers to the marrow-filled bone in the center of the shank -- a prized part of the dish that gives it rich flavor - was perfect! Actually ate there twice - first time for Sunday brunch, and just had Emanuel pair a bottle of local wine with the neal. Fantastic wine. The second time we had almost the same thing ( returned after a few mediocre - by comparison) meals. Got an even better bottle of wine. And were given a gift bottle when we left. Fun place. Engage the owner, and the meal becomes a cultural experience. Terrific Italian restaurant tucked away from centro Bologna.

Disappointing food, but good service to start. Can't get over how dry and overcooked the cutoletto…read morewas. Someone in the kitchen likes to overcook everything, asparagus, meat. The dessert was the highlight. Try the custard!

We found this gem and recommend you supplement any meal with Tortellini, which bolognese are known…read morefor, if not Lasagna to outsiders. We also are big fans of Mortadella and ordered the grilled Mort as appetizer. The atmosphere and service here was outstanding and apart from language handicap we had wonderful meal and shared experience with our Norwegian neighbors. Wonderful outdoor seating in semi private space. Molto bella.

I was in Bologna for a conference and went to La Traviata with a group of 4 colleagues. I went on a…read morerecommendation from a friend and was not at all disappointed. While this restaurant is a bit of a walk from the main strip of restaurants, bars, and shopping, it is well worth it. We didn't have reservations, but we were seated outside, which was great. Being here was like being in an Italian grandmother's kitchen. Our waitress (possibly an owner?) told us her favorite dishes and said she could serve us family style. Um, yes please! Between the five of us, we split a wonderful bottle of Prosecco and three ample servings of pasta - a pumpkin tortelloni, a traditional tagliatelle, and a graminga pasta with sausage. All of these were delicious and the total cost was only 100 Euro. If you're thinking about this place- do your taste buds a favor and go! A bit off the beaten path, but well worth your time!

Update: New owners. Been to the place a few times since - it's not bad, but...., it isn't the…read moresame...

Came here by the end of November 2025 and it was cold and we were hungry. We ordered the bread…read moresandwiches and they were amazing, the crust was crispy, the bread were freshly made, the fillings were delicious. The whole combo tasted amazing. It was so amazing that we came here multiple times. Would definitely recommend to anyone going to Bologna! The prices are incredible for the quality and the service is quick and friendly. Whenever I return to Bologna, this place will be at the top of my list!

Fun place to grab a charcuterie board. The meats themself were pretty solid and the variety of…read morecheese was nice.

Probably the best dining experience we have had in Italy. Upon arrival we were greeted and told…read morewould be our table would be ready shortly. We were seated in one of the interior rooms which is small but warm and comfy and dominated by a huge wine fridge. They have an excellent wine list and we choose a san giovese wich has their name in the label. Same with the water bottle. That tells you this place has been around a while. That could be a good thing as it means they sustain quality or maybe not. In this case good sign. the wife ordered the steak with rosemary and a side of roasted potatoes (she wanted the fried but this what they have) she also got a salad. I ordered the capallaci a la carbonara. The side dishes were just unbelievably good. Th potatoes were crispy on the edges and soft inside, they were so full of flavor I could not believe it. Possibly th best roasted potatoes I have ever tasted. The side salad was so fresh and tasty just Aragula , carrots, tomatoes with an excellent olive oil but fresh. The salad was bursting with flavor. We ordererd steak all over Tuscany none compared to this. The pasta .... Wow... Al dente but soft filling with an incredible cream sauce and a crispy guanciale that elevated the dish to perfection. The service was impecable. All in all just a fantastic experience

First night in Bologna and so happy with Dal Biassanot. Reservations were a must and as we were…read moreseated the rest of the tables filled quickly. Service was kind and attentive and we appreciated their sense of humor ! Food wise loved everything we had - the carpaccio was best we have ever had. Did the tris pasta to get different options and we both agreed the lasagna and tagliatelle were our favorites. The broth in the brood was clear and flavorful. Sat outside on a beautiful evening and there were many locals dining with us. Highly recommend.

I've eaten at Donatello in Bologna twice now, and my most recent visit was every bit as wonderful…read moreas the first. This place is famous for a reason. Even as they get busier and busier each year, the staff does their best to accommodate everyone. That said, definitely make a reservation. You'll want the extra time to savor your meal instead of feeling rushed. I've ordered the lasagna both times, and I'm officially loyal. It's rich, comforting, and everything I hope for when I'm in Bologna. I'll absolutely be back... and yes, I'll be getting the lasagna again.

We really enjoyed our dinner here. The walls are lined with over 1000 pictures of supposedly famous…read moreItalian people that have visited. We were seated quickly, service was fast, and the food was delightful. My wife said her pasta was the best she had ever had. Our main server was polite and friendly, but one of the secondary servers was looking at us skeptically and rolling her eyes, as is sometimes typical when serving English speaking customers.

We made reservations, as I suggest making anywhere for dinner and especially if the restaurant is…read morewell know. It was a party of 4 and at the time there was also graduation from college there so there were a ton of people around town. Entering the restaurant we were in a little room with a few tables which I preferred. The servers spoke both Italian as well as English so it was perfect for our party. Some of us spoke Italian and some only spoke English. Very very convenient. We ordered some appetizers (if you love artichokes get them 4 ways cooked-can't describe how delicious is was) to share, then of course in Bologna you need to order bolognese over your pasta. We ordered tiramisu and a local beer. Everything was so delicious. Beyond words can describe. Not only is this a beautiful city but the food is so incredible. I bought a jar of bolognese home and it was as delicious as when I had it there! Must try and must eat.

The food was decent -- pretty typical in Italian standards. Nothing stood out to me but service and…read moreambiance was good. Definitely make a res if you'd like to go. Was able to accommodate party if 6 pretty easily!

On our last night in Bologna, we were lucky enough to get a table and enjoyed one of our best…read moremeals. The service was friendly, attentive, prompt, and helpful. We split the platter of meats, lasagna, tortellini, tagliatelle and ragu, and grilled veggies. The lasagna was soft, pillowy, and decadent without being heavy, the tagliatelle was al dente and flavorful, and the tortellini stuffed with creamy ricotta. For dessert we split a generous portion of tiramisu, which was creamy and rich. We had a couple bottles of Chianti. The ambiance is relaxing with a neighborhood vibes. This is a wonderful osteria, everything was chef's kiss.

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.