Pienza is known for its local pecorino cheese, but Trattoria La Bucca delle Fate is known for its…read moretraditional Tuscan dishes! Every year we travel to Tuscany, a trip to Pienze for lunch at La Bucca delle Fate is a must! My go to is Tagliatelle Al Tartufo or Pici Al Tartufo, delicious and reasonably priced!

Truly the pici of dreams!!! I don't think it's possible to order something and have it not be…read moredelicious here, but if you aren't eating pici in Tuscany, you're missing out. The place was crowded but that is to be expected at such a tasty spot in a small town. We sat a communal table where we were able to meet other travelers in addition to friendly local Italians. The biggest surprise here is the bathroom...take a peek before you leave!

I hate to give away my great restaurant finding, but this place is a must go if you are in Pienza…read more You definitely need a reservation. Service and food were wonderful.

This little restaurant is a gem! They have both an upstairs and downstairs section. The food was…read moredelivered quickly and everyone was very attentive. For antipasti we ordered the cheese with the radicchio , walnuts, and apples. This was really yummy. For our primi we ordered the local pasta with tomato and garlic. For secondi we ordered the grilled lamb and the rabbit. Both were good but the rabbit was definitely different and what I'd order again. Of course we ordered the house wine, which I recommend.

Great service. Right next to our hotel. TheAperol Spritz to start. My husband had the grilled…read moresteak cooked to perfection. I had pici cacciò e peppe. I would have eaten it all but it was so rich. The peppers are amazing. Not like those in the South at all. Great service and prices too. We recommend it as a must.

I was on a bus tour of Tuscany with my family and this was a place suggested by the tour guide…read more Turned out to be one of the best meals, possibly the best meal while in Italy. We started with the bruschetta assortment (mista) which was almost a meal unto itself. Every piece was amazing. From the simple (olive oil) to the heavier (pate'). Hard to describe, but every piece was just packed with flavor. Sister ordered the Florentine bisteka. It was well seasoned and tender, but lacked the sear and smokiness of some other places. But also a good deal at 18? euro. Mom ordered the braised wild boar. The meat was super tender and flavorful. It was a bit salty and would have gone great with a starch of some sort which we didn't order. I had the chicken stewed in tomatoes (cacchiatore). Probably the best version I've had of this dish. I would normally say, I'll be back but probably won't get the chance to. But it is a meal that I'll remember forever.

Latte di Luna has been our favorite stop in Pienza for about 20 years. The food is amazing…read moreSpecialties are Maialino da latte arrosto and PICI with choice of sauce. I've tried them all and can't decide on a favorite. The service is warm and friendly ! It's a family bussiness so we remember our Hostess since se was a toddler. Now I think she's in charge while the owner her Dad (Roberto) and mom run the kitchen. She does an amazing job. We always return when in Italy ! This place is a magnet for us and many others that visit regularly.

Have been here a couple of other times over the years and recalled it fondly but I was not as…read moreimpressed on this visit. It was lunch and of course, crowded. One of the features was the polenta and I thought it would make a nice change from pasta. It was ok but I honestly think mine is just as good. I cleaned my plate so it isn't that I didn't like it but I just didn't feel the service and food was quite as it was in the past. I would still go there in Pienza.

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.

These dishes were not only beautifully plated but delicious…read more The pork belly was perfectly crisped, flavorful taste, and balanced with the cabbage. Amazing combination of flavors, textures, and tastes. The mixed salad had walnuts, spinach, fennel, radicchio, orange sections, and arugula. Delicious!! The sirloin steak was tender, flavorful and the rosti potatoes were a perfect blend of tastes. Cooked as ordered. The breads featured three different types and flavors. Each went well with the olive oil. Very much enjoyed the brunello wine. Easy on the palate! Service outstanding with the owner providing direction and support. Amazing teamwork. Recommend to all... you will not be disappointed here!!!

We came here for drinks and the views. I didn't really care for the service here. Not the…read morefriendliest of people, and they take a very long time.

We'v been to Baccus several times over the years and had fond memories. Now, however, it seems a…read morebit...tired. The menu is small, the food pretty basic, and the dining area showing it's age. We had a straightforward meal with a carafe of vine roost della casa, and called it a night. The prices, however, were reasonable. The owner is a friendly guy, and I'll give him (and the place) some slack because we went there on the night of the Liberation Day holiday, and they'd probably been pummeled during the 3 say weekend with nonstop tourists. Even so, --as much as it pains me to say this in light of past memories--it's hard to really recommend the place now, especially since there are plenty of other choices in old town Pienza and the restaurant "scene" keeps evolving.

We had another restaurant or two in mind but they were full so we ended up here, which was not a…read morebad choice, as it turned out. Good food, if not particularly original, fine wine. Moderate bill. We were happy!

The best pizza so far since arriving in Italy a week ago. Nice outdoor seating, friendly staff…read more Quick service. Just delicious!!

Wow this place was worth the search! We read reviews and when we finally followed the map realized…read morewe'd walked past several times already. We stopped and got the MooMoo and Picante pizza. Both were amazing and like $14-15 euros. The wine was $9 and the service was fast. We sat outside in a cute square with birds flying overhead. We've spent a lot eating on this trip and a little, some of the less expensive restaurants are just as tasty and twice as fun. Hit Pienza and try this spot. We didn't have our kids with us but it's also perfect for families.

Being in Tuscany, you have to try some cinghiale (wild boar). Since Tuscany is so overpopulated…read morewith them, you'll find it on every menu -- it's unavoidable. I ordered the Pappardelle al Cinghiale, which was a dream!! I'm not a big pork eater, so the thought of wild boar had me worried it might be too gamey, but it wasn't at all. Instead, it was giving rich spaghetti bolognese. The pappardelle was cooked to perfection--silky and tender. The Pappardelle al Cinghiale melted in my mouth, drooling as I write. Though I made a reservation for a Friday night, the restaurant was pretty empty upon arrival. If you're looking for a lowkey spot, Ristorante La Piazzetta is a great option!

From the owner: Specialità tipiche toscane, come pasta fatta a mano, ribollita, fiorentina e classici pecorini con…read moremarmellate e miele.

We had lunch here and it was adequate. This was the only restaurant during two weeks in Italy that…read moreoffered cheese in packets!! This is Pienza for goodness sakes! The balsamic is also in packets and the one I reached had already been opened and partly used. Sorry. Those are deal breakers for me. The service was perfunctory. It was very busy so apparently others are happy with it. I did think the boar sauce was tasty.

The only thing good that dinner was our lovely server and that bottle of Brunello di Montalcino we…read moreordered which was not coming out of the kitchen here. The tagliatelle pasta was over cooked, mushy, nowhere near "Al dente"; and its sauce "al cinghiale" was not tasted at all, I normally did not like much sauce but in this case it was way too little with very few pieces of cinghiale within. The Faraone was super hard and dry, and way too salty. The maiale was also dry both to the eyes and to the palate. I seriously can't recommend this place.