Best For
Wine enthusiasts and those seeking creative regional Italian pasta.
Osteria dei Grifoni
IT
Italian Restaurant·Rustic, Warm, Cellar Like
Osteria dei Grifoni captures the essence of Bologna’s dining scene with a focus on regional authenticity and creative flair. Housed in a stunningly restored old cellar with arched ceilings, the atmosphere is both intimate and lively. The menu, often presented on a blackboard, features a mix of traditional staples and reinterpreted dishes from across Northern Italy, such as the rare Testaroli with walnut pesto. Guests frequently praise the passionate service, particularly the staff's ability to guide diners through an impressive wine list. Whether you're there for a casual lunch or a lingering dinner, the family-run feel and high-quality ingredients make it a standout choice for food lovers.
Osteria dei Grifoni captures the essence of Bologna’s dining scene with a focus on regional authenticity and creative flair. Housed in a stunningly restored old cellar with arched ceilings, the atmosphere is both intimate and lively. The menu, often presented on a blackboard, features a mix of traditional staples and reinterpreted dishes from across Northern Italy, such as the rare Testaroli with walnut pesto. Guests frequently praise the passionate service, particularly the staff's ability to guide diners through an impressive wine list. Whether you're there for a casual lunch or a lingering dinner, the family-run feel and high-quality ingredients make it a standout choice for food lovers.
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Address
Via de' Griffoni,5/2a, 40123 Bologna BO, Italy
Phone334 321 4706
Hours
Closing soonMon
Closed
Tue
Closed
Wed
8:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Thu
8:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Fri
8:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Sat
12:30 - 4:00 PM8:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Sun
12:30 - 4:00 PM8:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Highlights
Menu written on a blackboard featuring rotating regional specialties.
Expertly curated wine selection with passionate staff recommendations.
Unique dishes like Testaroli with walnut pesto.
Charming interior set in a historic vaulted cellar.
Bilingual service that is both warm and engaging.
Dietary Options
vegetarian-friendly
Time of Day
Lunch, Dinner
Occasion Tags
Date Night, Casual Dining, Locals, Tourists
Reviews
4.6
Excellent699 reviews
Osteria dei Grifoni is highly regarded for its exceptional service and unique culinary offerings in Bologna. Reviewers frequently mention the warm and engaging staff, specifically highlighting their expertise in wine selection and their ability to explain the rotating blackboard menu in multiple languages. The food is described as high-quality, featuring both traditional Italian dishes and creative reinterpretations from the Northern regions, with the Testaroli with walnut pesto receiving special praise. The setting, a transformed old cellar with arched ceilings, provides a beautiful and rustic backdrop for dining. While the atmosphere is generally described as wonderful and intimate, some guests noted that the acoustics can lead to a noisy environment when the restaurant is full. Overall, it is celebrated as a special, family-run spot that offers a satiating and authentic Italian experience.
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Location
Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
