Our picks for the best local tables — from the village 5 minutes up the road to the medieval alleyways of Anghiari, 22km away. Honest food, local ingredients, no tourist traps.
A note on opening hours: Restaurants in rural Tuscany often keep seasonal hours, close on one or two days a week, and occasionally shut without much notice. We strongly recommend calling ahead or checking directly before making the trip — especially for dinner and on weekdays outside peak season. We've included the cuisine style and distance from Il Vigno for each, but not hours or prices as these change regularly.
The village where Michelangelo was born is also home to some of the most honest cooking in the area — mountain Tuscan cuisine built around truffles, wild mushrooms, chestnuts, grilled meats and handmade pasta. Small, unpretentious and very good.
A long-standing local institution and one of the most consistently praised restaurants in the area. The menu is built around mountain Tuscan cooking — truffles, fried porcini, handmade pasta, grilled meats — with abundant portions and a setting that makes the most of the valley views. This is the kind of place people come back to every year.
A family-run agriturismo restaurant that reviewers consistently describe as feeling like dinner with Tuscan cousins. Warm welcome, generous plates, and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it ideal for a long, unhurried meal. Good for groups and families. The pizza is also well worth knowing about.
The kind of place that only locals and dedicated food travellers tend to find. Simple, unfussy and genuinely local — the food reflects what's growing and what's in season rather than a fixed menu. If you're looking for something authentic with none of the performance, this is the one.
A summer favourite with lovely outdoor spaces and food that matches the setting. Worth visiting on a warm evening when the terrace is open and the light is golden — one of those places that feels exactly right at the right time of year. Check ahead as it operates seasonally.
The village's go-to for pizza — casual, friendly and reliably good. A straightforward neighbourhood place with a great atmosphere, honest food and excellent value. Ideal for an easy, no-fuss evening out without the need to plan or reserve far in advance.
One of the most beautiful medieval towns in Tuscany, Anghiari also happens to have an excellent restaurant scene for its size. Steep alleyways, artisan workshops and several tables well worth the 25-minute drive. Reserve ahead on weekends — the better places fill up quickly.
Consistently the highest-rated restaurant in Anghiari and one of the best in the entire area. A family-run osteria with proper Tuscan food — handmade pasta, local meats, porcini and truffles in season. Reviewers are emphatic: take your time, don't rush, and ask Gianni about the wines he's brought in that aren't on the printed list. Go hungry.
A long-standing Anghiari institution named in homage to Dante Alighieri. All pasta is made fresh daily, and the menu changes with the season. Known for imaginative combinations alongside the classics — the three-pasta sampler is a recurring highlight in guest reviews. A large, carefully curated wine selection and genuinely personal service set it apart.
Owned by Matteo and Giulia, who returned home to Anghiari after years working abroad. The result is Tuscan cooking with a subtle gourmet sensibility — familiar classics lifted by technique and care. The crostino nero with chicken liver pâté and sweet onion jam on brioche is a dish people mention repeatedly. A cosy, welcoming room and excellent service.
When reviews describe a meal as "unforgettable" and "an amazing dinner in a beautiful location," it's worth paying attention. Il Feudo del Vicario is the restaurant to choose for a special evening — considered, beautifully presented food in a setting that does justice to the occasion. Worth reserving well in advance.
Set in a historic castle about 10km outside Anghiari on the road towards Arezzo, this is a destination in its own right. Rustic stone interiors, traditional Tuscan cooking built around local ingredients, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you feel pleasantly far from anywhere. The steak is particularly well regarded — make sure you're hungry.
Our network of local friends and neighbours means we always have a current tip or two depending on the season and what's good right now. Ask us at the bar when you check in — we're happy to point you in the right direction. Or get in touch before you arrive →
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