Top 10 Romantic Restaurants in Tuscany

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In the heart of Siena, halfway between Piazza del Campo and the Duomo, Le Campane's cuisine ranges from the traditional to the innovative, i.e. typical Tuscan recipes with some added new twists. Great meats cooked in the traditional way and more creative fish dishes. Interesting food for vegetarians too, such as the en croute sesame-baked goat cheese, the ravioli stuffed with pear and Pecorino, pici in a duck ragout and much more. A wide variety of vegetarian dishes are also offered. Delicious desserts: the chocolate one can not be resisted. In front of the restaurant there is a nice terrace for sitting outdoors (weather permitting, of course).

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This trattoria in the heart of Siena has been a reference point for anyone looking for Tuscan specialties for the past 50 years. The furnishings are simple and the rooms filled with diners. There is a display of the homemade pasta near the entrance. Various types of pasta dishes, pici, gnocchi and tortellini della torre. The roast pork steaks are excellent and there are various other roast meats.

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The Sapordivino Wine Bar & Restaurant at the magical Grand Hotel Continental offers traditional gourmet Tuscan cuisine. The restaurant is simply gorgeous with light shades in the interiors and dark greenery complementing each other. The sumptuous food is accompanied by the wonderful and vast choice of wines that they offer. Sitting in the winter garden and covered by a crystal dome in the towering courtyard of Palazzo Gori, this restaurant is perfect for romantic dates.

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The resident chefs at Orto de Pecci serve up a tantalizing array of Sienese dishes which are beautifully presented and served by the cheerful wait-staff. Set in what used to be a farmhouse, this traditional restaurant exudes an old-world charm that is present both in the patio area, as well as in the banquet room upstairs that can be hired for private parties. Winter time is especially romantic as you can sit in front of the crackling fireplace while sipping on home-made Italian red wine. Often theater troupes perform here much to the delight of diners.

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Owned by a family, Mario, Antonella, Laura and Francesca know how to please their patrons. The food is all made with love and care. The atmosphere feels as if you are sitting comfortably in their. home. Mario, the father, sits down beside you and regales you with stories of the past and how each recipe is made. The busy hours are during lunch. The evening hours are more relaxed.

Our Local Expert Says:

Be sure to reserve a table during the weekends and busy tourist season.

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Within a block of the Palazzo Vecchio is an authentic osteria with a wood-beamed ceiling, brick floor, the end of a giant chianti barrel embedded in one wall, and a handwritten menu that starts Oggi C'è ("Today we got . . ."). As the sign proudly proclaims, this one-room joint is devoted to "wine and old flavors," which means lunch could consist of anything from a rib-sticking stewlike ribollita and a frittata rustica (a darkly fried omelet thick with potatoes and vegetables) to an excellent crostini assortment and scamorza e speck al forno (smoked mozzarella melted with ham in a bowl, to scoop out and slather onto bread). The paunchy owner will continue pacing back and forth, passing around the lone menu, and welcoming people in off the street until he feels like going home.

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It is a room full of warmth and the scents of a seasonal menu. Coquinarius has a small menu of different types of bruschette for antipasti, tasty meats and fish. Salads are a forte here; creative choices include toppings such as sun-dried tomatoes, eggplant, sunflower seeds, zucchini flowers or pear. This elegant and striking enoteca has a wide range of wines from Italy, California, Argentina, Austria and Chile. The camerieri(waitstaff) are very kind and full of life. It is a great place to sit for the afternoon, bring a book, enjoy the chiacchiere(chatter) of the other patrons, or get lost in the glass of wine. Wines are served by the glass or bottle in this relaxed, inexpensive experience of true Italian style.

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Creativity is the keyword in this cozy cantina where the menu changes every 3 months and is always in tune with traditional Italian food. Tagliatelle with saffron, polpette in a Chianti tomato sauce and homemade desserts may all be found here. There is also a good choice of wines and after dinner liquors. The ambiance here is very warm and calm. A perfect place for a romantic evening or a group dinner with friends. A restaurant that is situated as an old cantina, that plays soft music in the background. There is an ability to reserve the back room for private wine-tasting if that entices you. The cuisine is left to the experts where they prepare extraordinary dishes with a flavor that leaves your taste buds dancing afterwards. Making a reservation during the weekend is a must. A popular locale for the locals as well. Ask the waitstaff what they suggest and enjoy an atmosphere that is serene and unique.

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It opens into a beautiful courtyard with the reflections of each window. Riflessi is a restaurant that gives you a great experience with your food and surroundings. The waitstaff are very knowledgeable about the wine, food and will make you stay a most pleasurable one. If you have a question about pairing your meal selection with a specific wine, ask Pietro. He knows all.