Emilia–Romagna Restaurants
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1. Da Cesari
$$ | South of Piazza Maggiore |Host Paolino Cesari has been presiding over his eatery since 1962, and he and his staff go out of their way to make you feel at home. The food's terrific, and if you love pork products, try anything on the menu with mora romagnola: Paolino has direct contact with the people who raise this breed that nearly became extinct (he calls it "my pig"). The highly flavorful meat makes divine salame, among other things. All the usual Bolognesi classics are here, as well as—in fall and winter—an inspired scaloppina alla Petroniana (veal cutlet with prosciutto and fontina) that comes smothered in white truffles. This one-room restaurant has white tablecloths, dark-wood paneling, wine-bottle-lined walls, and is just a few minutes' walk from Piazza Maggiore.
Via de' Carbonesi 8, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40124, Italy051-237710Known For
- Pork dishes like flavorful salame
- Wine list with lots of local bottles
- Traditional setting
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Aug., and 1 wk in Jan., Reservations essential -
2. Tamburini
$ | Piazza Maggiore |Two small rooms inside plus kegs and bar stools outside make up this lively, packed little spot. The overwhelming plate of affettati misti is crammed with top-quality local cured meats and succulent cheeses, and the adjacent salumeria offers many wonderful items to take away. At lunchtime, office workers swarm to the "self-service tavola calda" for simple but remarkably tasty primi and secondi. In the evening, Tamburini stays open as a wine bar with a vast array of selections by the glass and the bottle.
Via Caprarie 1, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40124, Italy051-234726Known For
- Cheese and cured meat plates
- Abundant portions
- Lively atmosphere with a vast wine selection
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3. Trattoria Gianni a la Vecia Bulagna
$$ | Piazza Maggiore |At the bottom of an alley off Piazza Maggiore, this unassuming place—known to locals as simply "Da Gianni"—is all about food. The usual starters are on hand—including a tasty tortellini in brodo—in addition to daily specials; bollito misto (mixed boiled meat) is a fine option here, and the cotechino con puré di patate (pork sausage with mashed potatoes) is elevated to sublimity by the accompanying salsa verde. The two unadorned rooms are usually crowded both at lunch and dinner.
Via Clavature 18, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40124, Italy051-229434Known For
- Tortellini in brodo
- Efficient and friendly service
- Busy local spot
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and 1 wk in early Jan. No dinner Sun., Reservations essential -
4. Eataly
$ | Piazza Maggiore |At this lively shop---the original location in the now international Italian cuisine empire---with an attached bookstore, you can grab a bite to eat or have a glass of wine while stocking up on high-quality olive oil, vinegar, cured meats, and artisanal pasta. On the top floor, you can have a full-fledged trattoria meal, but what you can't have is anything decaffeinated. It's considered "chemical."
Via degli Orefici 19, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40124, Italy051-0952820Known For
- Adherence to top-notch ingredients
- Reliance on local producers as much as possible
- Its lively atmosphere and marvelous staff
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5. Mercato di Mezzo
$ | Piazza Maggiore |This former fruit and vegetable market, established in medieval times and transformed into a covered market after unification, has now morphed into a fancy gourmet food hall. Various outlets offer quality Bologna classics plus some innovations, including tortellini and tortelloni at DeGusto Coop; pizza at Rossopmodoro; panini, pasta, and cold cuts at L'Antica Bottega; and fried fish and quirky fish hamburgers at Pescheria del Pavaglione.
Via Clavature 12, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40124, Italy379-1855172-mobileKnown For
- Its pork and cheese products
- Buzzy Bolognesi atmosphere
- Great wines by the glass
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
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6. Ristorante I Portici
$$$$ | North of Piazza Maggiore |The frescoed ceiling, parquet flooring, and live classical music are clues that this sophisticated restaurant (part of the hotel of the same name) occupies a former theater and café-chantant, or musical venue, from the late 19th century. It's the perfect setting for an evening of fine dining featuring mainly Emilian-inspired dishes with modern touches and the vision of young chef Nicola Annunziata. The menus change seasonally, and three separate tasting menus offer gustatory bliss.
Via dell'Indipendenza 69, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40121, Italy051-42185Known For
- Sumptuous surroundings in a former theater
- Sophisticated culinary offerings
- Refined and attentive service
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch -
7. Ristorante Marconi
$$$ | |Siblings Aurora and Massimo Mazzucchelli have succeeded in enticing a steady stream of Bolognesi to their celebrated eatery 15 km (9 miles) south of the city to sample their startlingly modern gourmet creations. Ingredients are fresh, rich, and well balanced in such dishes as risotto con mosaico di pesce (with raw fish and seaweed) and pigeon breast with cavolo nero (Italian kale), while flavorsome desserts include chocolate and ginger sorbet. The three-, five- and nine-course tasting menus are worth considering, while the extremely extensive wine list takes in labels from far afield. The decor is elegantly muted and sober, with widely spaced tables.
Via Porrettana 291, Sasso Marconi, Emilia-Romagna, 40037, Italy051-846216Known For
- <PRO>sober style</PRO>
- <PRO>intriguing and unusual dishes</PRO>
- <PRO>discreet but attentive service</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and 1 wk in early Jan. No lunch Tues.--Thur., no dinner Sun. -
8. Sfoglia Rina
$ | |The pastaio (pasta-maker) tradition in this bright honeycomb tiled pasta shop and restaurant—which often has a line around the block—started nearly 60 years ago in a town about 9½ km (6 miles) southwest of Bologna. There, Rina De Franceschi rolled sfoglia (dough) following family recipes. Take a seat at one of the communal wooden tables to try regional specialties like tortellini in brodo and tagliatelle al ragù (pasta with meat sauce), as well as a weekly seasonal menu with often vegetarian takes on classics, like mezzelune rose ripiene di ceci, kale, e noci (red half moon-shape pasta filled with garbanzo beans, kale, and hazelnuts). There's also a small selection of regional wines by the glass or bottle and desserts such as crostate (pies) to finish the meal. The last orders are taken at 7 pm and diners may enjoy their meals until 8 pm, making this spot ideal for lunch or an early dinner.
Via Castiglione 5/b, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy051-9911710Known For
- Fresh pasta in many varieties
- Weekly vegetarian-friendly specials
- Affordable and wide-ranging menu
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9. Trattoria Caffè del Rosso
$ | University area |Here, in the mirrored interior, a mostly young crowd chows down on classic regional fare at affordable prices. Nimble staff bearing multiple plates sashay neatly between the closely spaced tables delivering such standards as tortellini in brodo and cotoletta alla Bolognese (veal with Parmigiano-Reggiano and prosciutto). It is the kind of place where the waiters don't glare at you if you only order a plate of pasta—perhaps another reason it's a student favorite.
Via Augusto Righi 30/A, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40126, Italy051-236730Known For
- Student haunt with great-value regional food
- Affordable wine list
- Fun atmosphere
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Rate Includes: No dinner Sun. -
10. Trattoria di Via Serra
$$ | Beyond the City Center |At this simple trattoria off the main tourist circuit, much care has been taken with the decor: the rooms, overseen by host Flavio, are small and intimate, and the wooden walls painted a creamy whitish gray. Chef Tommaso gives equal care to the menu and deftly turns out Bolognese classics, as well as dishes with a modern twist—among the antipasti, his tosone fresco avvolto nella pancetta incorporates Parmigiano-Reggiano, unsmoked bacon, and greens. Pastas are mostly homemade, and desserts are delicious. Though the trattoria is not in the centro storico, it's only a five-minute walk from the train station, and well worth a detour.
Via Serra 9B, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40129, Italy051-6312330Known For
- All locally sourced ingredients
- Modern riffs on classic dishes
- Convivial atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Mon., and Aug., Reservations essential
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