Sondrio Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Sondrio

October 9, 2017 Vergie Nakamoto

Sondrio [ˈsondrjo]  listen (help·info) (archaic German: Sünders or Sonders, Latin: Sundrium, Italian: Sondrio, Lombard: Sùndri, Romansh: Sunder) is an Italian town and comune located in the heart of the Valtellina. As of 2012, Sondrio counts approximately 21,876 inhabitants (2015) and it is the administrative centre for the province of Sondrio. In 2007, Sondrio was given the Alpine Town of the Year award.
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1. Il Passatore

Via Trieste 41, 23100, Sondrio, Italy Takeout, Reservations, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Italian, Pizza, Seafood, Mediterranean, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +39 0342 200404
Excellent
31%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 272 reviews

Il Passatore

Reviewed By pedrogigi - Sondrio, Italy

Il passatore is one of the few restaurants in Sondrio which we found open in the evening.
I had dinner with someone who is allergic to gluten. This wasn't a problem - we were just told we'd wait for some time because they had to change the water used for boiling.

This meant that:
1- they knew what an allergy is and what to do, even to avoid cross-contamination - professional.
2- they were ready to run the "extra mile" for this - customer-oriented.
3- they did it without fuss - gentle.
Believe me: none of these three can be taken for granted.
We had an excellent risotto with cheese, and I also had a delicious home-made chocolate dessert. The menu is quite short, but I found dishes for all tastes - and there is pizza too!
Service was courteous, polite and with a smile. The person who was with me felt at ease, despite the allergy - again, something which, alas, doesn't happen all too often.
The ambiance wasn't anything special - but the food was!
So, yes, I can really recommend this restaurant!

2. Soltojo

Via Per Caiolo Alto 45, 23010 Caiolo, Italy Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$196 - HK$385 +39 345 737 3948
Excellent
81%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 288 reviews

Soltojo

Reviewed By DavideSeiltanzer - Paris, France

The atmosphere of this restaurant is extraordinary and magical. The gentle roar of a waterfall ( visible by a large window ) accompanies the excellent and well presented dishes. The food is really good and the staff is very professional and kind. The dining rooms are set in an old building thanks to a superfine restoration that mixes the ancient stone building tradition and the modern use of steel and glass. Excellent quality - price ratio. Highly recommended!

3. Ristorante Torre della Sassella

Localita Sassella 17, 23100, Sondrio, Italy Reservations, Serves Alcohol Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean Lunch, Dinner +39 0342 218500
Excellent
50%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 121 reviews

Ristorante Torre della Sassella

Reviewed By Sue_Ken_Frogmill - Exeter, United Kingdom

We stumbled across this fascinating place en route to Sondrio....we never did make it as found it so good here!
We were looking for so,where to eat...this tiny ancient place has a small informal pizzeria and a gastronomic restaurant. On the day we visited we had a superb platter of cold meat and cheeses plus salad.Superbly presented and accompanied by local wine.
Afterwards we were treated to a tour of the main restaurant which is carved out of rock and goes three floors down, so almost cellar like individual dining areas, beautifully furnished with antiques.
Cannot comment on food here as not tasted but menu looked very good, expensive but probably worth it.
Would definitely recommend and would go again if in that area.

4. Ristorante il Poggio

Via Panoramica 4, 23020 Poggiridenti, Italy Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, Mediterranean, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner HK$337 - HK$432 +39 0342 380800
Excellent
53%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 286 reviews

Ristorante il Poggio

Il Poggio, run by the Gianola family for over 30 years, is set in the heart of Valtellina, 5 km from Sondrio. Its warm and cozy halls are decorated in antique style, plunging you into a pleasant atmosphere . The restaurant can be booked for small banquets, celebrations and ceremonies.

Reviewed By JanochBarbro - Helsingborg

This restaurant is the neighbour of hotell Retici Balzi. Views are spectacular. Divied into a couple of big dining rooms and a Terrace. Really good local wines available, also for purchase. Food a bit heavier here than we are used to from Piemonte, but after all, we're close to the Alps. Not exactly contemporary, but very good!

5. Pizzeria Vesuvio

Viale Milano 2, 23100, Sondrio, Italy Takeout, Reservations, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +39 0342 514913
Excellent
25%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 161 reviews

Pizzeria Vesuvio

Reviewed By martin_ms - München, Germany

Don't let the owner comment on the title put you off. The service is very nice, the food is for gods and the desserts are oh-my-lord good. At the time of paying you'll have to face the woman at the cashier, but that's it.
The ice across the street is just as good as the tiramissu at Vesuvio, so... your choice!

6. Terra Di Mezzo

Piazzale Bertacchi 78, 23100, Sondrio, Italy Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible Italian, Pizza, Seafood, Mediterranean Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$243 +39 0342 212902
Excellent
24%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
9%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 206 reviews

Terra Di Mezzo

The Spaghetteria - Pizzeria " Middle Earth " was born December 12, 1982 , founded by brothers Michael and Mary Vicenza Chiodo . The restaurant's name comes from the book " The Lord of the Rings ." Rrimodernata and expanded in 1990 , began as spaghetti and pizza , is now known for its cuisine expressed ( ie without pre-cooking ) , for its meat and for its fresh fish .. As well as for its pizzas !! Since October 2009, the venue was moved to p.Le Bertacchi , 78 ( station square FS ) in a new home !! About 140 places .. A large dehoors open all year and as always with all the passion that the family Chiodo has put into his work !! Open all year even in the morning as a coffee bar .

Reviewed By Harry F - Legnano, Italy

Had lunch here with my wife today. The food was really good. The staff very good. The pasta is wonderful and fresh ad cooked just the way pasta should be. My wife had the vegetable lasagna and ti was excellent. Will go again, you should too.

7. Il Locale

Via Martire Pietro Ferrari 6, 23100, Sondrio, Italy Reservations, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +39 0342 350994
Excellent
25%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
8%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 223 reviews

Il Locale

Reviewed By Hopsalong - Sacramento, California

We've been to Sondrio a number of times, and eaten at some great places there nearby, but we did not know about Il Locale even though we'd walked by it many times on different trips. Well, we finally tried it out with our son and his wife and our two grandchildren, and we all had an incredibly wonderful time. The food was simply superb, and it is hard to find bad wine in the Valtellina. The regional dishes were outstanding, and it was a treat as they are just about non-existent outside that area. The only drawback was that it was hot inside. I still rate the 'atmosphere' as very good, as it's quite attractive inside, with the old stone walls & ceiling.

8. Pasticceria Cattaneo 1904

Via Trento 8, 23100, Sondrio, Italy Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards Breakfast +39 0342 218542
Excellent
69%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 128 reviews

Pasticceria Cattaneo 1904

Reviewed By KiwiCayman - Grand Cayman

Totally love this pasticcieria and would have to vote it No.1 in the north of Italy! Wonderful latte macchiato which goes down well with a pistacchio brioche ... grazie mille! non vedo l'ora la prossima ....

9. Bar Gelateria K2

Viale Milano 7, 23100, Sondrio, Italy Cafe +39 349 388 1223
Excellent
61%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 72 reviews

Bar Gelateria K2

Reviewed By 930dmb - Laguna Hills

Whenever we travel to Sondrio we never miss an early afternoon or late night gelato at the K2. There is an outdoor area to sit and enjoy your gelato, an aperitivo or a coffee. In the cooler months you can still enjoy K2 fare inside.

10. Cima 11

Via Bonomo Pelosi 3, 23100, Sondrio, Italy Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Visa Italian Lunch, Dinner, Drinks +39 0342 515040
Excellent
29%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 215 reviews

Cima 11

Located in the heart of the city at the foot of the bell tower, Trattoria Cima 11 has been offering traditional local dishes in a simple and familiar atmosphere for the last fifty years. Its specialties are the most representative of Valtellina's cuisine: Taroz, Pizzoccheri, Polenta Taragna and Chisciöl as well as other delicious Lombard dishes such as soup or stewed Tripe. To end a delicious meal you can indulge in one of the restaurant's homemade desserts such as apple pie, chocolate cake or jam tart.

Reviewed By BethRivertonNZ - Riverton NZ

If you wish to visit this restaurant - make a reservation it can be busy. The staff ,service and food excellent. The menu is not in English however staff will try to help you with your choice.

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