Location: Barberino Val d'Elsa
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Top 10 restaurants in Barberino Val d'Elsa, Italy
Barberino Val d'Elsa is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Florence in the Italian region Tuscany, located about 30 kilometres (19 mi) south of Florence.
Things to do in Barberino Val d'Elsa
1. La Cantinetta di Rignana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 811 reviews
Rustic elegant derived from the old mill of the farm Rignana, which was the home of Bishop Scipio Ricci Outside Of the large Terrace that overlooks one of the most beautiful Chianti The wine cellar is managed by the family of Rignana Abbarchini since 1983 and today, as then the dishes are made with fresh seasonal ingredients according to the ancient culinary traditions of Chianti and Tuscany
Reviewed By Danielle A
Do yourself one favour and GO for dinner here. The BEST dining experience we have had our entire Italian trip. The property/patio is breathtaking.
We didn't even need to read the menu as Fabritzio was so attentive and recommended the best items including a delicious wine made from the vines on the property!
This guy is any restauranteur's dream as he knows how to make your evening memorable and isn't trying to upsell you...
Make sure to have the Prussian steak- it was to DIE for!
Thanks for the dance Fabritzio We will be back!
2. Osteria di Passignano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 599 reviews
Reviewed By TorontoTraveler_2008 - British Columbia, Canada
We were a party of 20 and enjoyed a wonderful lunch at this lovely restaurant. The staff seemed to juggle large parties and small, intimate groups easily, moving smoothly like a well-oiled machine.
We started with an Olive Oil tasting which seriously corrected our thinking on Olive Oils! My my you've created a monster now!
The meal was tasty and creative:
Wild herb flan with crispy egg and Parmesan cheese fondue
Lamb loin with cream of zucchini, bell-pepper with wild fennel and potato cubes
Finished off with a cheese selection, pear filled pastry and honey drizzle
Particularly interesting (and I'll be trying to copy this for a year) is the crispy egg! It's a soft boiled egg, coated with Parmesan and deep-fried. The outside is crispy and golden while the inside is still runny and gooey to soak up the herb flan.
Great job for both our larger group and the numerous small groups you balanced too.
3. Antica Trattoria La Toppa
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4 based on 579 reviews
Antica Trattoria La Toppa is a lovely Typical Restaurant in the heart of Chianti, in the centre of the Ancient Village of San Donato in Poggio, close to Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and Barberino Val d’Elsa.<br><br>At only 20 minutes from Florence and 30 from Siena, along the Superstrada Autopalio, this family- owned Trattoria is known among locals and foreigners for the cozy environment and the delicious food made according to the requirements of the Traditional Tuscan Cuisine.<br><br>The Menu features the Restaurant’s Must Haves that made it famous with its customers, including Fresh Handmade Pasta, a Uniquely Italian Treat that will make all pastas taste differently afterwards….<br><br>All Recipes come from the best countryside tradition of the surrounding area, that goes between Florence and Siena, 30 kilomenters of Unique Taste with Great Food and Unforgettable Wines.<br><br>Everything at Antica Trattoria La Toppa is prepared with Locally Sourced Ingredients from the Restaurant’s Neighborhoods, just Simple, Fresh and, Whenever Possible, Seasonal Ingredients. The diverse selection of dishes is cooked on-demand, for a Total Culinary Experience in a Comfortable and Friendly Environment.<br><br>The Typical Restaurant Antica Trattoria La Toppa is located in the Medieval Town of San Donato in Poggio, and the halls that host the Restaurant were originally an ancient Wine Storage Warehouse belonging to the Malaspina Palace, that today has been converted into the local Museum, with various Events and Exhibitions going on all year round.<br><br>So as to ensure good traditions are kept, Antica Trattoria La Toppa offers to its guests today a wide selection of Chianti Wine, Red, White Wine and Vinsantoto accompany The Finest Food and Wine Combinations in the World for the Best Gastronomic Adventure Through Tuscany and Italy!<br><br>Antica Trattoria La Toppa is suitable for couples and small groups, you can try the Entire Dining Experience in the Cute Little 30-Seater room adjoining the large hall for your Wedding Lunch or Dinner, Anniversaries, Family Reunions of every kind.<br><br>And in Spring and Summertime, additional tables will be located in the unique scenario of the medieval street of San Donato, for a one-of-a-kind Dining Experience!<br><br>The Restaurant and Trattoria La Toppa is open lunch and dinner Tuesdays to Sundays, and is closed for annual leave January 15th to February 15th.
Reviewed By Jerry R - Branchburg, New Jersey
"Wen in Rome", well actually in the Chianti region, you need to experience this authentic Tuscan restuarant. Be warned that this is not a roadside establishment, which just adds to the fun. Restaurant was filled with locals which is exactly waht we wanted to experience.
4. Ristorante L'Antica Scuderia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 514 reviews
Reviewed By Ria S
Go here. It's a no-brainer.
Food - delicious. The diavola pizza was incredible, and although not typical of this part of Italy, it was amazing. Steak was also great - would recommend just salt & pepper rather than truffle etc.
Service - helpful & attentive
Wine - extensive list and a great recommendation from the sommelier.
Decor - romantic but also suitable for a group of friends/family
5. A Casa Mia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 496 reviews
Reviewed By Nick H - London, United Kingdom
A hilltop village a small restaurant, lots of conversation, wine and fine food. life doesnt get much better than that. but rarely do you find a restaurant that delivers on exactly those promises - this one does. welcomed warmly, wine on the table, extensive and excellent local selection of food - it was all perfect down to the vin santo and cantuccini. when can i come back?
6. Il Paese dei Campanelli
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4 based on 294 reviews
Reviewed By Martyn S - Maidstone, United Kingdom
This was the nearest restaurant to the villa we stayed in 'Borgo Petrognano' just a 5 minute walk away, the owners and staff are very friendly and the food superb, we visited three times during our stay, the place is large, it has beautiful Gardens and a kids area, well worth a visit.
7. Ristorante La Fattoria
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4 based on 651 reviews
Reviewed By Anthony S
Bearing in mind the restaurant is in the country, we were amazed how busy it was for a Tuesday evening ... Heaving in fact !! We were recommended to come here and were not disappointed; great food, great wine list, service was good, albeit the staff were rushed off their feet and I was almost exhausted just watching them literally running around !
I told my wife we didn't need to book; good job she ignored me ! If you decide to come here I would recommend booking online or calling ahead.
They don't do a children's menu, but can do smaller portions.
We we definitely coming back before returning home !
8. Ristorante Borgo Antico
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4.5 based on 445 reviews
Reviewed By Getabout01 - Cambridge, United Kingdom
This is one of the great local finds. Katia and her staff are great, very friendly and helpful. Everyone is so nice here you really feel welcome, eating outside in summer is very nice. This place is always busy, so best to book. Menu is simple plenty of options, pastas are so well prepared. Lovely meat dishes. We have been coming here for years.
9. Osteria di Casa Chianti
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 966 reviews
Reviewed By PolishMeKnob - Warsaw, Poland
We were recommended this restaurant by the owner of a local vineyard. We stayed in the former owners’ villa.
The food is cooked perfectly. The service is impeccable. The servers were knowledgable and passionate.
The food was a culinary celebration, and the meal itself was an experience.
The variety of bread, olive oils, and balsamic vinegar alone was fantastic!
10. Osteria L'Antica Quercia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 269 reviews
Reviewed By Billscottmorri - Saint-Prex, Vaud, Switzerland
We stayed in a villa very close to St Appiano and walked to this place and booked a meal. I would say that I have never had a more enjoyable evening in a restaurant - seriously.
The food was perfect and thoroughly Tuscan. I had ox tail which was perfectly cooked and presented. The staff were excellent and managed the full restaurant easily, the Terrace was cool and the ambiance was all you could ask for in a Tuscan country restaurant.
We were the only non-Italians in the place so that must say a lot. We will be gojng back there before we leave and this is now definitely on my "to do" list for our next trip here.
If you want to eat like Tuscans do, make the trip to this place. (but book ahead)
