Emilio e Bona In Camaiore

This excellent restaurant is located in Candalla, accessible via a quaint little bridge over a charming stream. The atmosphere is refined and pleasant, although I expected a little more from the food. The tordelli are truly delicious—it's no coincidence that they're their specialty and won the "Tordello d'Oro" award. The meat, however, wasn't particularly impressive: the tagliata wasn't particularly special, and the rabbit was undercooked. On the other hand, the dark chocolate bomboloncini were delicious!

Excellent dinner, courteous and very well prepared staff. Recommended.

This restaurant is worth a visit for its enchanting location alone, nestled in a picturesque and evocative setting that makes it a true gem. The building, a carefully renovated former mill, masterfully combines the elegance of refined furnishings with the rustic charm of its origins, creating a unique and refined atmosphere. Adding to the magic of the place, a delightful stream flows next to the restaurant, a reminder of the mill's ancient function, where the water once powered the millstones. We booked the day before, considering it was summer, and were welcomed onto the outdoor terrace, which filled up with patrons within hours, a sign of the venue's great popularity. Dinner was a true gastronomic experience: - "Antipasti": We sampled the "Della Bona," an assortment of house specialties, including chickpea hummus, sun-dried tomatoes, and other delicacies. - "First Courses": The "Tordelli alla Casolina" were sublime, as were the "Maltagliati with Scoppolato Cream" and the "Tagliatelle with Porcini Mushrooms," all dishes that delighted the palate with authentic and well-balanced flavors. - "Second Courses": Two "Beef Slices with Aromatic Herbs" and a "Beef Fillet with Porcini Mushroom Cap" confirmed the exceptional quality of the meats and the mastery of the kitchen. - "Desserts": To conclude, a tray of "chocolate bomboloncini" and a hot chocolate gelato left everyone speechless, young and old alike. The beverage pairing was perfect: two mineral waters, a soft drink, and a glass of red wine bottled especially for the restaurant perfectly complemented the dinner. Another detail that impressed everyone was the impeccable condition of the bathrooms: spotless and modern, a sign of obsessive attention to detail. In conclusion, an excellent evening in every way, with attentive service, sublime dishes, and a unique atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a quality dining experience in a unique setting! We'll definitely be back. *P.S.: Also great for families—our two children had a great time and enjoyed their meal!*

Authentic Italian atmosphere, delicious food at a good price. Located in a renovated old olive oil press.

A quiet spot to enjoy nature and good food. A must-see.

The food was truly delicious! But the service was poor. We had to ask for water several times, and the bread wasn't ready when we arrived, but they gave us one piece of bread (of different sizes), a lot of mistakes and a lot of carelessness! I'll definitely be cornering you in the kitchen, hoping for better service!

Really nice authentic italian restaurant. We had a very good experience. Tordelli al ragu, anti pasti and guinea fowl were all very tasty

Delicious tordelli. Young and friendly staff. I highly recommend it to everyone.

We had dinner on the terrace overlooking the stream: a suggestive location. Simple local cuisine, friendly service

I return to Emilio and Bona after a few years. The location is always fascinating for the cool stream that flows near the terrace, the bridge, the surrounding panorama. Hospitality ... average, friendly staff, busy beyond the measure of the customers. Varied but not exceptional menu, high-level wine shop. Valid and discreetly presented food, no excellence. The mini dark chocolate bomboloni offered as dessert remain the trademark. Quality/price at the high limits of the norm. Valid restaurant, certainly, but with some limits to overcome.