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Authentic Tuscan comfort food and exceptional value for money.
Osteria Nonna Gina
IT
Italian Restaurant·Welcoming, Homey, Traditional
Osteria Nonna Gina captures the heart of Sienese dining with its focus on family history and traditional recipes. Located in the historic center of Siena, this restaurant is celebrated for its 'gnocchi Della Lella'—a stuffed gnocchi with pistachio cream that guests rave about. The atmosphere is intimate and unpretentious, making you feel like a guest in a local home. While the menu is in Italian, the friendly staff is known for patiently translating and offering expert recommendations. Beyond the pasta, the Tuscan stew and seasonal specials like pumpkin lasagna showcase the region's rich culinary heritage, all paired perfectly with their surprisingly affordable house Chianti.
Osteria Nonna Gina captures the heart of Sienese dining with its focus on family history and traditional recipes. Located in the historic center of Siena, this restaurant is celebrated for its 'gnocchi Della Lella'—a stuffed gnocchi with pistachio cream that guests rave about. The atmosphere is intimate and unpretentious, making you feel like a guest in a local home. While the menu is in Italian, the friendly staff is known for patiently translating and offering expert recommendations. Beyond the pasta, the Tuscan stew and seasonal specials like pumpkin lasagna showcase the region's rich culinary heritage, all paired perfectly with their surprisingly affordable house Chianti.
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Address
Pian dei Mantellini,2, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
Phone0577 287247
Hours
ClosedMon
Closed
Tue
12:30 - 2:30 PM7:30 - 10:00 PM
Wed
12:30 - 2:30 PM7:30 - 10:00 PM
Thu
12:30 - 2:30 PM7:30 - 10:00 PM
Fri
12:30 - 2:30 PM7:30 - 10:30 PM
Sat
12:30 - 2:30 PM7:30 - 10:30 PM
Sun
12:30 - 2:30 PM
Highlights
Signature gnocchi Della Lella with pistachio cream.
Incredible value house Chianti served by the liter.
Warm, personalized service with staff who translate the menu.
Traditional Tuscan stew and seasonal pumpkin lasagna.
Dietary Options
vegetarian-friendly
Time of Day
Lunch, Dinner
Occasion Tags
Casual Dining, Locals, Tourists, Date Night, Groups
Reviews
4.6
Excellent1,8 K reviews
Osteria Nonna Gina in Siena is widely praised for its authentic atmosphere and exceptional Italian cuisine, particularly its gnocchi which many reviewers describe as life-changing. Guests frequently mention the 'gnocchi Della Lella' with pistachio cream as a must-order item. The service is noted for being exceptionally warm and helpful, with staff often translating the Italian-only menu for international visitors. The house wine is a significant highlight, cited for its high quality and very low price point. While the food and service receive glowing reviews, some guests noted that the restaurant does not provide olive oil with bread, even upon request. Overall, the experience is described as feeling like a home-cooked meal rooted in family history, offering great value for money.
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Location
Siena, Toscana, Italy
