La Taverna di San Giuseppe

Wow. Food service and atmosphere all exceeded any expectations. One of the best lasagna I've ever tried. Plus the story about the wine room. This place is special.

I was here 10 years ago and it had much more authenticity at that time, it is so much more touristy now… food came approx 4 mins after we ordered it (primi piati, so pasta, not cold appetizers). Food is ok, far from special. Service quick and very good. Wine list impressive, some great value finds can be seen.

Best meal I’ve had all year while traveling the globe. Food was delicious. We had the Tuscan soup called Ribollita, Ravioli with saffron sauce and the braised beef. All were amazing. Also had wonderful wines by the glass. Tough to get a spot here so best to make reservations in advance or roll the dice and get there half hour before opening and they might be able to squeeze you in but low likelihood.

There were lots of great places to eat while we were in Italy but our trip to La taverna di San Giuseppe was one of my favorites! I'll start by saying I love truffle & as you can see from this photo, there was plenty on my lunch :) We arrived right before their lunch service ended (we're sorry;) but the staff took us right in & made sure we had a great experience. The soufflé al pecorino fresco di Pienza e salsa di pere Is a great way to start. Warm, cheesy with a little sweet from the pear. It was fantastic! My steak was cooked perfectly & the truffle added just the right amount of earthiness. I had the 4 little dessert sampler but should have gotten another soufflé...haha. When we're back in Italy we're definitely going to spend more time in Siena & eat here again!

La Taverna was one of the most delicious, beautiful, and unique restaurants we experienced in all of Italy ~ and we traveled between Rome, Florence, and the Amalfi Coast! Nestled in a charming, historic corner of Siena (just a short walk from a convenient parking garage), this restaurant is a true hidden gem that combines medieval ambiance with world-class cuisine. From start to finish, the meal was spectacular. We began with a rich and flavorful onion soup and perfectly sautéed tomatoes with creamy buffalo cheese. For the main course, the osso buco with polenta was a standout: melt-in-your-mouth, hearty, and satisfying. We also had a side of baked veggies. Desserts were equally unforgettable ~ a baked pear infused with wine, served alongside a delicious ice cream and a unique, crunchy Tiramisu that I’ve never had before. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is warm, rustic, and romantic ~ like stepping back in time. We had made a reservation a month in advance, and it’s worth noting that they offer two seating times for both lunch and dinner, which helps maintain a relaxed, intimate dining experience. Highly recommend La Taverna to anyone visiting Siena. Hope to return!

I was here 10 years ago and it had much more authenticity at that time, it is so much more touristy now… food came approx 4 mins after we ordered it (primi piati, so pasta, not cold appetizers). Food is ok, far from special. Service quick and very good. Wine list impressive, some great value finds can be seen.