During our trip to Assisi, we stumbled upon this hidden gem…read more The service was impressively fast--we ordered and received our food within 10 minutes. The ambiance is charming, with a cozy, small-shop feel tucked away in the alleys of Italy. Umbria, the region's cuisine, is known for its bold flavors, local wines, and use of fresh herbs. We tried a few standout dishes: * Tagliolini al tartufo - 5/5 (Rich, earthy truffle flavor, perfectly cooked pasta) * Gnocchi al ragù - 4/5 (Soft gnocchi with a flavorful meat sauce) * Agnello (lamb) with roasted potatoes - 4/5 (Tender and well-seasoned, but could use a bit more crispiness) * Legumi e cereali soup (legume, cereal, and pumpkin soup) - 4/5 (Warm and hearty, great for a chilly day)

I went over there with my mom during the lunch break of a tour in Assisi…read more The place is located in a beautiful plaza and the ambiance is quite nice, we were promptly seated. The service was pretty mediocre, as well as the food. I as expecting greatness, I mean a trattoria in Assisi!? C'mon!! I was definitely disappointed. My mother ordered gnocchi even though the sauce was pretty decent, they were made by flour, not potatoes, meaning no authentic. I had beef with rosemary and it was kinda bland, not what I was expecting. Prices were average, and they charge €2.5 Cover charge per person ( the infamous Cuperto) Not recommended

I have been traveling around Italy for the past 3 months and this is one of the best meals I've…read morehad. I started with an Aperol Spritz that had a perfect ratio of alcohol to spritz. The wild boar stew was amazing. The meat was cooked perfectly, and the gravy was very savory. The Greek salad was full of olives and very refreshing. Both servers were attentive and very kind. Their English was impeccable!

Not on a main street or square, but well worth searching out! Loved the Umbrian food and wine, with…read moreexcellent service and a lovely dining area. Don't just settle for a pizza, this place is a taste of great local cuisine.

How refreshing to find a Japanese restaurant with Umbrian sensibilities in Assisi! The service…read moreservice was great too. I'll need to return.

Such a fun adventure when in quaint Assisi! I got the zucchini flowers and truffle gnocchi and they…read morewere both so tasty. It sounds fancy but it's really not too upscale. And cost for both of those plates plus frizzante acqua was $22. I'm from Portland and there's kind of a running joke that things served in mason jars or different vehicles than needed for food is ridiculous, or overdone. They do that here. But they really are just trying to be creative and you can tell the chefs really care and want to create a good experience for you. (Ps dark lighting so hard to get stellar photos of he food, but included)

Very rude manager - at 14:45, I very politely asked if he spoke English and then asked if it's…read morepossible to order a coffee and he said, quote, "we're not a bar, we're a restaurant and we are closed." Sign posted outside says they're open until 15:30. He could have at least shared sorry, that's not possible as we're a restaurant. It's possible you'll receive service if you're white (I'm not). I visited years ago and was warmly welcomed and had an early afternoon coffee on the terrace, unsure if the manager was having a bad day or if it's the rise in hostility towards non-white people. Either way, I'd avoid.

Slow service. Poor menu selections. Confusion about name of restaurant on Yelp as this address also…read morelinks to another name with an apparent better menu and ratings. Got stuck here instead after the long hike up here.

Amazing food and service! The waiter was super helpful, kind and professional. I highly recommend…read moreit!

The food here was very good. It should be said that we were on a tour and the restaurant had a deal…read morewith the company and fed us all (40+) at the same time and it was delicious! That being said, I would love to come back and order off the menu to see how it is. The atmosphere here is worth the visit alone! Many of these restaurants, shops and hotels are in ancient buildings that are built on top of even older structures. The smart business people of Assisi have figured out any different ways to display these ruins beneath their businesses. This restaurant owner created a see through floor to show off the historic excavation! Wow! So interesting and fun!

Food and wine were excellent. The owner takes orders and serves the food and his wife cooks. Felt…read morevery authentic with great ambiance - many locals were eating there they were also very welcoming to visitors. The pasta with fresh truffle was amazing.

I Monaci is a MUST EAT whenever we are in Assisi! I first went here with my parents on my very…read morefirst trip to Assisi in 1997. Fast forward to 2009, this restaurant was the location where my wife and I shared with our group of friends that we had just gotten engaged in Assisi! It holds a special place in my heart for those reasons, but also because of the kind owners and the delicious food! Since taking over I Monaci in 2020, Fabio and Chiara have infused the restaurant with their own unique magic, elevating the dining experience with exquisite, Michelin-star-worthy creations while preserving the heart of classic Italian cuisine. Chiara's culinary artistry shines through in every dish, particularly her unforgettable Norcina pasta, a dish typical in the region. This dish literally moved my wife to tears upon her first taste. Fabio, with his warm personality and infectious laughter, expertly navigates the pizza oven and dining room, creating a truly memorable experience for all as he shares about the restaurant or charmingly pokes fun at the diners! Every pasta and pizza are bursting with flavor and the presentation is beautiful! While I'm traveling, sometimes I crave a burger after lots of amazing pasta and pizza. It's pretty difficult to find a good hamburger in Italy. Well, this is your place for an amazing burger! And I haven't even mentioned their magnificent desserts! OH MY, you have to go right now!

We ate on the terrace overlooking the square, which offered pretty views and a pleasant atmosphere…read more The bruschetta was a nice assortment. The lamb pasta (special) was soooo good. The wild boar pasta was less exciting since the flavor was not quite as complex. The millefoglie dessert was super sweet with chantilly cream, chocolate syrup, and chocolate chips. It could have done without what I'm sure was way too much Hershey's syrup and the chocolate chips. On the upside, the millefoglie was crisp.

This is my 8th day at Italy. We had visited already Venice, Florence, Sienna, San Gimignano, Cinque…read moreTerre, and today Assisi. I though the food yesterday at Cinque Terre was the best for now. Unfortunately today my top of the list changed. Assisi now is in my top and this restaurant was excellent. The food was amazing, delicious, the service excellent. We had the veal ravioli, the Italian bean soup, the filet with fontina cheese and truffles, the lamb, as sides the potatoes and the onions. Everything was tasty. Will definitely come back when at Assisi. The service was also great.

WOW! Bibenda in Assisi is incredible. We had an amazing experience with Nila doing a wine tasting…read more Nila is very generous with her tasting pours and is so thorough with details about each wine. We had our favorite wines with Nila! Nila was also so kind to our 3 teenagers and made sure we all had plenty of cheeses and meats to taste. We keep talking 2 weeks later about the goose meat (delicious!) If you want to meet an incredible Wine Master -- You must stop by Bibenda and spend some time with Nila. Inside The tasting room/wine shop is cozy and there is also outdoor seating. It is an unforgettable Italian experience.

Went here for a school sponsored wine tour! Nila was so kind and very knowledgeable about the wines…read moreshe presented to us. She let us smell rocks and soil samples which come from different places around the work where wine is grown including California, Sicily and Argentina. Her shop is very beautiful and inviting. Can't recommend this place enough!

We happened upon this restaurant when meeting friends in Asissi. We all loved it. The service was…read moreexcellent, the wine recommendations perfect and a lovely ambiance.

We had one of our favorite meals here at Taverna de l' Arco! The ambience was spectacular. The…read moreservice was warm and helpful. Delicious offerings from the evening special of pumpkin soup with thyme to an antipasti of scrambled egg with fresh truffles! The panzanella salad was lovely and flavorful. Both of our pasta courses were out of this world! Don't forget the tiramisu! Would highly recommend beautiful Taverna de l' Arco!

I had left my wallet at my last stop and they were more than willing to lend me their phone to find…read moremy wallet. Their customer service is top notch as well and the food was to die for. I would come here again in a heartbeat.

Had dinner at this place and it was delicious. The owner recommended a delicious local wine (pinot…read morenero) from his friend's business and it was outstanding. Only 1300 bottles made for 2013 and I would have loved to take a case home. The antipasto meat/cheese platter included a sausage made by the owner, and also a pecorino cheese. The primi, secondi, and desserts were all fabulous. Excellent, personal, family-run experience.