Il Minestraio In Chiusdino

16/03/2025: We returned to eat at Osteria del Leone and for us it was confirmed as the best restaurant in the area. We started with appetizers of hand-cut ham and pate with exquisite pa brioche made by them. Then to follow pici with garlic, cacio e pepe and their carbonara which is truly Top! Then among the specials we took the pork chop cooked at low temperature and the truly special mullets stuffed with smoked provola and fried. To close on all the delicious desserts, a special mention for the buffalo ricotta ice cream with sour cherries which was truly incredible. Fast and kind service. Wine list for connoisseurs with a wide selection of labels and prices. We will definitely return on our next visit to Siena. Well done!

23/02/2025: I booked well in advance, specifying that it was a special occasion: a surprise dinner for my husband's 40th birthday, part of a romantic weekend in Bagno Vignoni. I had read from the reviews that the unmissable specialty of the place is carbonara, which is my husband's favorite dish. Already from our arrival the staff showed great attention and sensitivity, welcoming us with sincere smiles and great care. The waiter was truly delightful: friendly, very knowledgeable about the dishes and very good at advising us. The restaurant manager also pampered us with care, suggesting an ideal wine that turned out to be perfect to accompany dinner. The best surprise arrived at the right time: a portion of their fantastic carbonara, not requested but kindly offered by the staff, complete with a candle for the birthday boy! A gesture that moved us and made us feel truly special. All the dishes were excellent, elegantly presented and prepared with local ingredients of extraordinary quality: from the artichoke alla giudia and the liver pâté as a starter, to the risotto and pigeon, each course was exquisite. You can clearly feel that behind every dish there is authentic passion, competence and a sincere love for the territory. At the end of the evening we also had the pleasure of a spontaneous and very pleasant chat with the chef (who I believe is also the main manager), who added a further touch of warmth and personality to a truly memorable dinner. Highly recommended also for the excellent quality-price ratio!