This family run restaurant is warm and welcoming. The servers (father and son) were very welcoming…read moreand personable. We had fantastic Steak and pasta dishes. We loved the food and ambience. Steak was cooked just right with great flavor and perfect salting. We felt like we made new friends as the staff were so friendly. I definitely recommend checking out this small family restaurant in a very beautiful mountain town very close to Pienza and Montepulciano.

Overall 4.5 stars. We two had dinner…read more SERVICE: 5.0. The gentleman who runs the restaurant is a character, and fun to interact with. Every one we dealt with was friendly and professional. FOOD: 4.0. - Pecorino Pasta: 5.0. Fun to watch the preparation, and excellent taste. Hot pasta is placed on/in a large cheese round, and the resulting melted cheese with pasta mix is then delivered to one's plate. - Pork: 3.5. - Tiramisu: 4.5 We ended the meal with a limoncello digestif. AMBIANCE: 4.0. Indoor and outdoor seating. Very pleasant. This night only the outdoor was being used. Located just inside the main gate of the quiet and pretty town of Montefollonico. As we left there was a group of locals of varying ages sitting outside at a patio across from the town gate, watching a soccer game together on a large TV screen.

1st visit If you're looking for a real Tuscan dining experience, this is it. Trattoria La Torre…read morefeels like the kind of place locals actually eat at--a small family-run restaurant with a simple menu focused on traditional dishes done right.We had the faraona (guinea fowl), ossobuco, and potatoes, and everything was excellent. The food was flavorful, authentic, and clearly made with care. The faraona was prepared exactly as it should be, and the ossobuco was one of the highlights of our trip.What really makes this place special is the atmosphere. The service was warm and welcoming, and the owners and staff were humble, friendly people who made us feel at home.In a world full of tourist restaurants with huge menus, it's refreshing to find a place that stays true to traditional Tuscan cooking. We would definitely come back and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Siena. 2nd visit - We enjoyed our first visit so much that we came back a second night--and that says a lot when you're traveling in Italy with so many great places to choose from. This time we ordered the Fiorentina, Arista, Patate alla Fattoressa, and Piselli al Prosciutto. Once again, everything was excellent. The food here isn't about being flashy or trendy. It's traditional Tuscan cooking made with care, and every dish tasted like it came from a home kitchen rather than a restaurant. What really made this visit stand out was Mario. We discovered that the person taking care of us wasn't just our server--he's the owner. Mario has a genuine passion for the restaurant, its history, and his guests. He took the time to show us the cellar and shared part of the story of the building. Being able to see that side of the restaurant made the experience even more memorable. The food brought us back, but Mario is what made this visit special. His hospitality, attention to detail, and enthusiasm turned a great dinner into one of our favorite memories from Siena. If you're looking for authentic Tuscan food and the kind of personal service that's becoming harder to find, Trattoria La Torre is a place you shouldn't miss. Highly recommended.

We were excited to try this restaurant, especially because of the reviews, maybe it used to be…read morereally good. The pasta was good, we got the Pici pasta, which is a Siena speciality. Then we ordered the pork, but after we ordered it found out somebody had ordered the last one, so we ordered the chicken which was extremely dry, overcooked and left in the convection oven for far too long. We also got the peas and prosciutto as a side which was ok and gave us something with a bit of moisture for the overcooked dry chicken. I could see how this could be a charming place but it didn't charm us last night. We look for these small mom and pops, and unfortunately this was not a good meal.

Loved our lunch here! We sat at the outside tables, in a rocky walled arch area. My husband and I…read moreshared the antipasto appetizer, which was a plate full of meats, cheeses, veggies, and bread with pate. I loved getting to try all of the things! We also shared one of the pasta options - ours had white sauce and truffle flavor. It was delicious! Definitely stop by for a meal in Siena!

Very homey. Great food and friendly people servers and patrons. Literally a hole in the wall.read more

Great service and food, had a wonderful time sitting outside in the beautiful alley…read more The Creme Brûlée was really great and most memorable.

Tre Cristi Embodies the Soul of Tuscan Food…read more Tre Cristi exemplifies the true soul of Etruscan food in Siena. It is the oldest restaurant in the city dating back to 1830 -- that's 184 years in business offering fresh and tasty Tuscan cuisine at very reasonable prices. The structure emits a classic, refined and warm vibe. A man and woman comprise a chef team that will take your mouth into the heart of gourmet Tuscan fare. We love to experience the local cuisine; so naturally, we started our meal with Panzanella. A bread salad that dates back to the 14th century from a historic waste-not-want-not Tuscan tradition. It is comprised of bread, cherry tomatoes cucumbers, olive oil and beautiful prawn and octopus on top. The taste was very comforting and the seafood atop were so fresh and juicy. Tre Cristi is known for their seafood, so we sampled a Selection of Raw Sea Food Specialties. The pretty plate had scampi, sea bass and red prawn with great extra virgin olive oil. One of the great things about Italy is that you can be assured you are eating some of finest and purest olive oil in the world. There are huge scams being perpetuated around the world where olive oil not from Italy is being pawned off as Italian. The second this pure and delectable olive oil touches your lips, you'll notice the difference and wonder what you've really been eating all your life. While the scampi was smooth and delicious, it was the prawn that ruled the plate. The prawn was presented as a deliriously enticing sashimi that was insanely satisfying. We refused to wash the sensational lingering prawn taste out of our mouths until the next course arrived. Cuttlefish are very common in Italian waters, and play a pertinent role in everything from appetizers through elegant entrees. So we were very excited to try Tre Cristi's Cuttlefish on Potato and Yellow Pumpkin and it was great. The pumpkin, which was more of a pumpkin sauce, was such a wonderful addition to the plate. The cuttlefish was seasoned and grilled perfectly, leaving us savoring every last bite. The Shedonist is a bit of a cuttlefish addict and could not stop raving about this dish. The Paccheri Pasta from the tiny renown city Gragnano (population is only 30,000) was exquisite. Gragnano is close to Naples and is known to make some of the best dried pasta in the world. The paccheri was presented with black ink of squid soaked cuttlefish. It also contained a smidgen of tomato sauce, a succulent prawn and fabulous Ricotta atop. The gorgeous dish is a typical Italian dish and was cooked to al dente perfection. The ingredients had such a unique and terrific taste individually but together it was magical. Ask for extra ricotta because that really set the dish off. For dessert, we had Sorbetto (the Italian word for Sorbet), a frozen dessert made of fruit, fruit juice, and/or fruit puree and ice (and does not contain dairy). Ours was a refreshing banana flavor that sealed our fate as sorbetto fans. Tre Cristi offers a truly unique, magical and tasty experience. One can really feel the historical energy while sitting in this almost two century old structure. The fare and libations are presented with love and care and are reflected in its superior ingredients and execution. It is one of the many reasons that is included in the Michelin Guide. If one wants to experience the soul of Etruscan food then Tre Cristi will completely immerse you in it.

We had another great dinner tonight at Osteria del Conte. The staff is welcoming and the food is…read moreoutstanding. Everything was done to perfection and presented nicely. Great restaurant in Montepulciano! Nancy

Ordered lamb chops. Good flavor but soo much fat! Pasta dishes were very good. Desert was obviously…read moremicrowaved We actually heard host throw it in set timer. Service was very good. Ambiance was ok. Sensed lots of tension with owners and wait staff. It was a beautiful night and restaurant was quite empty. We ate there last year and food was good but also heard arguments with owner and staff. Never going here again suggest you do same.

The food was absolutely delicious. Enjoyed every single bite. The waiter was very knowledgeable…read moreand friendly.

This is a very good restaurant very close to Piazza del Campo, yet away from the very touristy…read morerestaurants at the piazza, and close to the duomo. We went for an early lunch and had the pici carbonara, pappardella with meat sauce and the bread soup. We all enjoyed our dishes and the service was very good. Definitely worth a a stop here.

Such a lovely hidden find in the quaint hill town of Siena! We had a little trouble locating it in…read morethe alley on a rainy day, but the interior had a cute interior and covered patio, where we sat. After a few spritzes (15 euro each), we split an osso buco raviolo with seared fois gras and truffle flakes which was delicious and filling. We were hunkering for something other than pasta, pizza or steak, so had the delicious hamburger with pecorino cheese, served perfectly rare (20). It came with nice French fries and hit the spot. We were seated next to the owner, a pleasant New Yorker with the cutest dachound Julietta. The restaurant is a bit more expensive than the trattorias but well worth it.

Everyone will tell you to order the burger here, and they're absolutely right. Surprisingly, the…read morebest burger I've ever eaten was the Bandita Burger at this Pienza restaurant. While the beef patty itself is exceptional, what elevates this dish is the generous layer of melted pecorino cheese on top. The truffle butter pasta is equally outstanding. The pasta tastes unmistakably fresh and handmade, with rich truffle butter coating every strand perfectly. Together, these two dishes easily satisfy two diners, especially since the burger comes with a side of fries. La Bandita Townhouse is a must-visit when in Pienza. Just remember to make a reservation in advance, particularly for dinner service.

My first steak in Tuscany and it was excellent! The carpaccio, pizza, and pasta were excellent as…read morewell. The service was also outstanding. Between the food, service, and views of the country, it was an overall amazing experience. I highly recommend this establishment.

Had a wonderful dinner. Outside seating had fantastic views. Service was attentive and friendly.read more