Lunch or dinner with a view manages to provide a captivating atmosphere, as it allows you to fully enjoy the surrounding panorama, especially if you are in the company of your closest friends or your soulmate. Consuming a meal involves a minimum stay of one hour, a minimum time that the Val d'Orcia truly deserves, to the extent of being named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This guide will therefore suggest the six best venues in Montalcino that offer nothing short of spectacular landscapes and are ready to serve mouthwatering specialties.
Boccon DiVino
Located just outside the walls of Montalcino, the restaurant Boccon DiVino offers a wide selection of typical Tuscan specialties such as Chianina steak tartare, platters of cold cuts and cheeses, and tomato "pappa al pomodoro." The place is undeniably welcoming, and even if you don't wish to remain on the terrace, you can still enjoy a fantastic view through the large windows. It's also a family-run business with over thirty years of experience. We recommend trying the cantucci biscuits to dip in the chocolate liqueur produced in-house. The address is Località Colombaio Tozzi, and reservations are welcome.
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Il Passaggio By Capanna
Set within a 360-degree panoramic backdrop, the Il Passaggio By Capanna restaurant accommodates a maximum of twenty-eight guests, ensuring an intimate and cozy atmosphere. As for the menus, both à la carte options, where you can freely choose your courses, and tasting menus designed by the chef are available. Among these, you can find the "Assaggio d'Estate" (Summer Tasting) and the "Menu d'Estate" (Summer Menu). Another highlight of this place is the extensive wine list featuring wines produced by the namesake winery, which can be paired with the dishes or purchased separately as a thoughtful gift.
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Ristorante il Pelo nell'Uovo
The Ristorante il Pelo nell'Uovo is situated in a privileged location between Montalcino and San Giovanni d'Asso, overlooking both the Sienese Crete and the Val d'Orcia. The panoramic view is one of the restaurant's strengths, contributing to a unique and evocative atmosphere. An interesting anecdote revolves around the panoramic view enjoyed from the restaurant. It is said that a guest of the restaurant once saw a beautiful rainbow spanning the entire valley while savoring a delicious Florentine steak. The guest recounted that the rainbow was so close that it seemed possible to touch it with hands. The panoramic view has always been appreciated by the restaurant's clientele, but that evening, the guest was fortunate enough to witness a truly unique natural spectacle. Ristorante il Pelo nell'Uovo is the ideal place for nature and food enthusiasts, where traditional Tuscan dishes prepared with local and seasonal products can be savored.
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Il Giglio restaurant
Il Giglio is
a rare find of a restaurant in the historic center of Montalcino with a view. Its expansive windows offer a spectacular view over Montalcino and the Val d'Orcia, adding an extra touch of romance to your meal. It celebrates traditional Tuscan flavors with local ingredients like Cinta lard and fresh truffle. In addition to classic dishes like Faraona Ripiena and Mushroom Soup, it offers innovative creations like pheasant liver pâté with Moscatello. With desserts like lavender honey semifreddo,
Il Giglio is a culinary gem..
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Montalcino Cooking School/Locanda Demetra
As you can gather from its name, Montalcino Cooking School is both a cooking school and a restaurant overlooking the green hills of Val d'Orcia. The tables are situated under a pergola covered with a thatched roof. Here, you can learn all the secrets of the most famous Tuscan culinary recipes, so you can recreate them whenever you desire. Each class has a maximum capacity of six participants. Locanda Demetra is located in Podere La Buca, 221, and features a shop where you can purchase their artisanal products. Reservations are mandatory.
Osticcio
The Osticcio restaurant enoteca is a true landmark in Montalcino's dining scene, as it is a historic establishment. It is furnished with wooden beams and design elements that blend into a pleasant atmosphere facing a beautiful view of the Val d'Orcia. The menu offers refined reinterpretations of traditional Tuscan recipes, which can be accompanied by champagne or wines from the in-house cellar. In addition to "pici" pasta, platters, and Chianina beef, an unusual gelato with the taste of Tuscan pecorino cheese, Montalcino honey, and pear jam is also offered. The address is Via Matteotti, 23, Montalcino.
Il Moro Montalcino
This excellent trattoria, located in Montalcino in Via Giuseppe Mazzini, 44, never fails to amaze customers, not only for its magnificent panoramic view but also for its generous portions that introduce the authentic flavors of Tuscan cuisine. As soon as you enter, it will feel like you're in the home of a dear friend, as the owner welcomes you with warmth and great hospitality.
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