This place is really happening! It's around the corner from the Basilica di San Domenico so it's a…read morereal treat to find a great place authenticated by local popularity. When I first walked in at around 7:30 pm they were hesitant to seat me, but they did find a spot as long as I could be out by 9, which I had no problem with. I had my first Ragu here as it was the start of my visit, but the menu looked to have many delectable things to try so I'd love to come back with a bigger group. Service was attentive and prompt.

This was a great find. Local spot away from most of the tourists. Food was excellent , waitstaff…read morevery attentive , chef very talented. We dined 2 nights in a row so we could try more items on the menu. We sat inside and outside , both great ambiance. Thank you

The wait staff were cordial and amazing, seating us at a street-side table before our reservation…read moretime. We had an appetizer and bottle of wine to share. My wife had the lasagne for her entree, I had seafood. My wife said her lasagne was different from the last place she had it a couple days earlier in Bologna, but no less spectacular. I agreed, and my seafood was nothing less. The ambiance on a quiet side street (maybe in the Jewish quarter) was a great way to enjoy a Bolognese night.

Loved this little gem--food was great, service was nice and watching pasta being made was the bonus.read more

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.

A place so nice it's worth going (more than) twice…read more Seriously, this tucked away Osteria is such a gem and provided us with some of our best meals in Bologna. We came here our first night as two weary travelers looking for any sort of sustenance, and we were graciously received and tutored on all sorts of typical Bolognese dishes. It took just one bite of their amazing Tortellini to really seal the deal. We wanted to eat around Bologna at other places, but in our time there honestly nothing compared to the quality of our first meal... So we went back a couple more times! Each meal was better than the last, and every experience there was a real treasure. If you're able to go, start with some Crescentine and Tigelle with things like Squacerone and Friggioni and Pesto Modenese (note: not your typical pesto.. Ask about it first). From there, either the Tortelloni (in Broddo or however) or Lasagna (vegetarian) are epic. Apparently their secondi like the Cotoletta Bologna is pretty good too, but we ended up getting hooked on their primis. Seriously.. Go here and enjoy some really nice local food with a taste Sangiovese della casa, and you need not much more

We absolutely loved this place! It was a couple of fires down from our apartment and we closed out…read moreour evenings there almost every night. The shank was delicious! The bolognese was delicious! Desserts were wonderful! The beer was tasty and all reasonably priced. Next time we are in Bologna I will make an effort to get back here.

Good grief this place is tasty! Second time here for dinner and once again had an amazing filet…read morewith porcini mushroom sauce and I also tried the tiramisu this time. Filet was so tender and met my expectations from last year of perfection. Also had the best tiramisu I've had so far! Absolutely a perfect balance of flavors and not too sweet! Lovely wine selection and recommendation as well. It's off the beaten path and well worth the visit!

We went to Al Sangiovese specifically for the lasagne verdi al forno, and it absolutely delivered…read more We started with the antipasto al Sangiovese: mortadella mousse, prosciutto, incredibly creamy squacquerone, onions, and caramelized figs. A fantastic way to begin the meal. The lasagne verdi al forno was the highlight. Sublime, classic, and perfectly executed. This is traditional Bolognese cooking at its best. We asked the host to choose a bottle of Sangiovese for us, and we were very pleased with the selection. He picked something mid-range from the wine list, which we genuinely appreciated. Thoughtful, honest, and perfectly matched to the food. We also ordered friggione as a side, and it was excellent. Sweet, slow-cooked, and full of flavor. The only dish we would skip next time is the polpette, which were a bit dry for our taste. That said, everything else was so good that we are happy to forget about them and confidently give five stars. The restaurant is small and cozy, with only about ten tables, so reserving in advance is strongly recommended. The atmosphere is warm and intimate, and everyone was kind, attentive, and genuinely happy to help. A true Bolognese experience. Highly recommended.

We had a great dinner at Regina Sofia while visiting Bologna. The food was incredible--everything…read morewe ordered was delicious and felt authentic. Our server was kind, attentive, and made us feel welcome throughout the meal. The ambiance was enjoyable with outdoor seating. It was quite hot, but that's obviously no fault of the restaurant. The location and atmosphere still made for a pleasant evening. The only surprise was a €2.50 per person charge added to the bill that we weren't expecting. While this may be common in Italy, it wasn't clearly anticipated on our end and caught us off guard. Overall, the excellent food and friendly service made this a very enjoyable dining experience, and I would happily recommend Regina Sofia to anyone visiting Bologna.

Amazing food and service at this last minute place near the central area. We had a great fresh…read moresalad, revisited bolognese tagliatelle pasta and fried Everything was fresh and very polite service!!

Some of the best food I've eaten in Italy. I'd give them 6-stars if I could. The food was amazing…read moreand the staff are so friendly and cheerful. You should make a reservation because it's not very big and it's extremely popular. Da Cesari is a perfect example of why Bologna restaurant food is so renowned. It's worth visiting Bologna just so you can eat here -- it's THAT good. Their sangiovese wine is fantastic at a great price.

Reservations are recommended, or if you come a few minutes before they open, you might be lucky…read moreenough to get a table. We thought the pasta dishes were decent, but nothing special. The truffle tasted light. We did enjoy the pork cheek though. The atmosphere and service were great. They have an Italian and English menu. The bathroom is behind the mirror in the back. I would rate it a 3.5/5, rounding up to a 4/5.

Amazing spot our hotel recommended for lunch, the team here has great service, has delicious food,…read moreand the restaurant has a very cool vibe to it (see the pictures). We ordered the meat and cheese plate - came with other items such as jams, eggplant, bread with different toppings-we loved it. Paired with a delicious white wine made the afternoon. There was a mix of locals and travelers in the restaurant so if the locals are eating there, you know it's good. Give it a try!

Great place. Just picked a sandwich to take away and the place was buzzing. Glad we didn't want to…read moresit and eat. Think we would have been waiting a while. Good sign. We knew what we wanted and ordered a fresh porchetta sandwich to go. It was very good just not the best one. It was very dry but had a good taste. Service was great. The atmosphere was live and the shop its beautiful with its hanging meats and bottles of wine everywhere. You can even buy wine to take with you and they were reasonably priced. Recommend and would return. And sadly would probably order the same thing.

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...