Really good. Had the fried chicken thighs ( don't ask for catsup or aioli for dipping since they…read moredon't have), Tuscan stew and ravioli. All really good.

Amazing birthday dinner out on the deck with stunning views of the Tuscan Countryside. Food was…read moreincredible and staff were very attentive. We'll be back again.

Solociccia is the casual restaurant offering of the world-famous butcher Dario Cecchini. He…read morerepresents the 9th generation of his family's tradition, taking over the business when his father passed in 1976. His macelleria (butcher shop) "Antica Macelleria Cecchini" is located in Panzano, located somewhere along the Tuscan countryside in the Chianti region. An otherwise sleepy town, foodies, winos and foodie/wino tourists flock to the macelleria to sample their meats over a glass of Chianti. He's developed into quite the famous butcher with appearances with TV chef personalities (Bourdain, Batali) and celebrities paying top dollar for his cuts. His holistic approach to his butchery stems from his former vet school training. He emphasizes treating the animal with utmost respect throughout its life and to incorporate all parts of the animal in its preparations. This restaurant reiterates his philosophy with the standard €30 six-course meal specifically excluding any traditional steak preparations and specifically including such dishes as boiled beef's knees prepared with seasonal vegetables. Quite an improvement for a cut typically meant to be given to dogs. I was introduced to this as part of the "Super Chianti" itinerary through Grape Tours - it was advertised as one of the stops. We were first served up salumi, crostini and cups of Chianti at the main butcher shop, then our group was led across the street to the restaurant. One of the crostini toppers was lard, fat that can't be found in the US. Tables are set up convivially and meals are served family-style. The menu is peppered with references to Dante's "Divine Comedy", which Cecchini has been known to recite by heart while going about his work. We were served a modification of the standard "Menu del Macellaio". While it included the sides and dessert, we were instead served four different dishes alongside the "bistecca fiorentina", not included in the standard menu but advertised in the tour itinerary as a highlight. As a solo traveler, due to bistecca being served by gram minimums in other restaurants this would realistically be my only opportunity to try the Florentine speciality. MEATS 1. Spicy meat ragu on toast 2. Beef roast 3. Boiled beef and vegetable salad 4. Braised meats (5. Bistecca fiorentina) Emphasizing the philosophy the meat dishes are identified with a number, which is associated with a certain part of the cow. Yes, that boiled beef with vegetable dish is made using the knees. The surprising thing is that the bistecca ended up being the *least* favorite of the meat dishes. It is intentionally served plain and you season it to taste with their special salt. Being served rare didn't bother me as I knew this was the traditional preparation of the dish. The other dishes were excellent. I loved the roast, broiled and braised meat dishes equally. Even better was that I didn't feel bloated after eating the meat. It helped that my palate cleanser was not a carb but vegetables dipped in evoo/salt mixture. SIDES - Vegetables to dip in extra virgin olive oil - Our special salt - Garbanzo and white beans - Coffee, e.v. olive oil cake - Grappa and Italian Military spirits The vegetables are presented in a small bowl and are meant to be dipped in a mixture of evoo and salt. Vegetables were very fresh and served as a good palate cleanser. Beans were al dente. The salt was so good that I ended up purchasing this salt to take back home. It tastes quite different from your typical seasoned salt you can find at the grocery store. Much more fine. Coffee and olive oil cake were delicious. Refreshing dessert and went well with the coffee. The grappa is a bit strong and is an acquired taste. Think of a bitter brandy made as a digestive. With so many highlights of my 2-week Italy trip, this ended up being my personal foodie favorite moment of the trip. Being a solo traveler I am appreciative of any opportunity to eat convivially over good food. Although I didn't get to meet Dario on this trip, I am very grateful to have eaten at his restaurant as foodies would love to have a similar opportunity. Many thanks to Grape Tours for this incredible opportunity - this will go down as one of the best meals I've ever partaken.

What a hearty and gratifying meat affair! It started off at the ground floor of the butcher shop,…read morewhere we were treated to crostinis and salamis; and wine of course. We adjourned to the dining area after 20 mins for the actual meal. Full marks for the service, quality, quantity and range of meat available. Love the communal eating concept as well; a great way to make friends from everywhere! The 30 Euro option was more than enough food but go for the 50 Euro option if you want some florentine steak! What a great meal and experience!

I was in Lucca and stopped here for dinner. The reviews were good and the menu online showed more…read morefish being offered I thought they would have more seafood, but being in Tuscany, I realized that most places don't. That's OK. The inside was very homey and nice. The owners, I believe are a husband and wife team who are helpful. Salmon carpaccio was an appetizer special - it was excellent Swordfish for the main was a mistake. Should have stuck with a pasta. This fish looked like it was frozen and it's was fair, nothing special. Tiramisu for dessert was so good. totally made up for the swordfish. It was made fresh that day and you could tell. This and the service raised the rating from to 4.

Both the gorgonzola gnocchi and the lasagna were some of the best dishes we have had in Lucca…read more Great service and a super helpful staff

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!

Wonderful food and wine list. Friendly guest oriented service. Staff was spot with wines…read morerecommended based our description of what we tend to like. One of my better meals in Tuscany. I am from the Bay Area of California, our food and produce is fresh and local to a degree most places simply cannot match. This place did. Not a tourist trap (at least not now). Prices were normal for the area unlike the wine bar more centrally located in the square. Portions here were good. Nice interior.

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

absolutely perfect meal. I came on my honeymoon with my husband. we had a Tuscan meat appetizer…read morethat was so good. dont get me wrong cuz i loved the meat but there came a chicken liver crostini and a tomato pesto parmigiano crostini on the side of the meat platter that was absolutely amazing. stuff I regularly wouldnt eat made artfully tasteful and I licked every bite. for entrees, I had the beef bites that was stewed meat on a plate that was salty by itself but accompanied when accompanied with the cherry sauce was perfectly balanced. my husband had a duck papperedelle in which the homemade pasta was light and thin. tiramisu and creme brulee were both perfect dessert choices. service impecable and outstanding. I have no bad words to say. amazing experience.

Honestly, one of the most fabulous Italian meals I've ever had. The views are spectacular the…read moreservice, exceptional, and the food delicious.

Food: Unfortunately, I was pretty disappointed as I don't think I would come back for the food. I…read morewas really looking forward for the pacchero and truffle pasta but the pasta was overcooked and it didn't taste anything special. The grilled beef was also a bit overcooked and the berry tart was a bit too hard to even cut it. However, the daily special was pretty tasty and the beef was very tender. Service: The staff was amazing! Everyone was so nice and attentive. It showed that they really care for their customers and are very accommodating. Ambiance: Breathtaking view! Probably one of the most beautiful places to have a meal in. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. Great for big parties and even a special night.

Saw the reviews on Yelp and wanted to try it since we were staying around the corner…read more Had the Cacio Pepe and Grandma's Lasagna. Lasagna was 10/10 which is why my wife kept eating mine and the Pepe was still very good. Eat here for phenomenal food and value.

I highly recommend this charming restaurant. The owner took great care of us and the food was…read moreamazing! Definitely one of our highlights since arriving in Italy.

We went May 1st, first of all, the restaurant truly carries that Tuscan brick-stone tavern, charm…read more The staff was accommodating, knowledgeable about wine selection, the food was absolutely delicious, walking down to the cellar definitely had an awe factor. The staff cut us up a platter of their cheese in the cellar. Tiramisu for desert topped the 5 star experience. EXTREMELY IMPORTANT: You need reservations that can only be made by calling them, no online reservations capabilities. You should call 5 days in advance. Worth it. Our bill came out to less than $250 + Tip for 2 bottles of wine, 6 main entrees, 2 appetizers, 3 Tiramisu, and cheese platter - NOT BAD if you ask me. Because we gave them a nice tip - they gave us a bottle of wine as a thank you gift.

Taverna di San Giuseppe was a disappointing meal for us, especially in a city with so many great…read moredining options. We ended up here by mistake (confused it with another spot), and unfortunately it didn't live up to expectations. The restaurant fills up with reservations for two seatings, and from the moment we sat down the pace felt rushed. We ordered drinks and a starter while deciding on the rest, but multiple staff members kept coming by trying to take our full order. It felt like they were pushing to move things along quickly. There were a couple positives. The chicken livers to start were quite tasty and something we didn't see often on other menus. The primi were underwhelming. The pasta didn't taste fresh like many other trattorias in Siena, and the dishes overall were just average. The lasagna in particular was mushy, and the sauces didn't stand out. The secondi were slightly better -- pork ribs, Barolo-braised beef, and a "small chicken" -- but still nothing that justified the higher prices. They do have an underground wine cellar built into a cave, which is interesting to see, but there are other places in Siena with much larger and more impressive cellar spaces. Also worth noting, they add a "10% tax" charge rather than the typical €2 coperto per person. Overall, a rushed and fairly mediocre meal at a higher price point. With so many better places to eat in Siena, this is one I'd skip.