A piece of Modena history with a new soul
Osteria Santa Chiara is one of those historic Modena establishments at risk of being lost over time, but fortunately the new management (a city enclave of the famous Trattoria da Bollo) has succeeded in embracing its legacy with respect and intelligence.
The spaces have been tastefully renovated: the atmosphere exudes warmth and modernity without betraying the restaurant's soul, an unexpected balance that is evident from the moment you enter.
The service is young, responsive, and genuinely courteous—the kind of welcome that puts you at ease without being intrusive.
At the table, the cuisine is excellent. The tagliatelle with prosciutto ragù is strictly homemade, as tradition dictates; the guinea fowl comes with a flavorful and well-balanced sauce. The side dishes—grilled vegetables, baked potatoes, and mixed salad—complete the meal with simplicity. To finish, a mascarpone with pieces of chocolate cake: delicious and perfectly balanced.
The quality-price ratio is typical of a serious Modenese trattoria. We'll be back.
Andrea De Pascalis
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23 Giugno 2026
10,0
Comfortable and relaxing place, excellent, carefully selected food, excellent tagliatelle, tempting desserts, and an excellent blend of coffee.
A must-try.
Roberto Corradini
Roberto Corradini
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20 Maggio 2026
10,0
Sunday lunch.
Excellent tortellini and delicious broth.
Exceptional tagliata.
Recommended wine, perfect for pairing.
Delicious desserts. And top-quality rum to finish. All in a gorgeous location: small, classy, quiet, and welcoming. Excellent!!!
Martina Onofri
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17 Maggio 2026
10,0
Excellent find! A generous portion of delicious food in a beautiful and pleasant setting. The prices are very reasonable for the quality and quantity offered. It's definitely worth a visit; I highly recommend it!
Gigi Du 73
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16 Maggio 2026
10,0
Everything was excellent. Mattia, the host, was affable, kind enough, perfect. Then the food. Everything was exceptional, tagliatelle and tortelloni above all...
andrea fedozzi
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28 Aprile 2026
10,0
New Management: The restaurant has been completely renovated with great taste and immediately makes you feel at ease. The entire "young" staff is very attentive to their customers, and I found all the dishes I ordered and ate delicious, accompanied by wines from Cantina della Volta, which I've known and appreciated since their inception. I'll be back soon. Congratulations, and keep up the good work!
Fabio Villani
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22 Aprile 2026
10,0
Welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff and excellent food, it was truly a pleasure to have lunch here, I will gladly return.
Selin Hasko
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16 Aprile 2026
10,0
An absolute highlight in Modena! The food is simply incredible – the tagliatelle is absolutely amazing and a must-try for every visitor. The wine selection is exceptionally well-chosen and perfectly paired with the cuisine. The service was more than attentive and made the evening perfect. A definite recommendation for anyone in Modena – this is a place you absolutely have to visit!
Alexander Ließ
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26 Marzo 2026
10,0
Excellent! We visited Modena and, on the recommendation of a friend, stopped at this osteria. This is also because there's a celiac in our group, and this place offers a guarantee of celiac care. I'd say we were all very satisfied; the cuisine is typical of the area, so it's a guarantee.
Alberto Cherubini
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14 Marzo 2026
10,0
A restaurant that strikes you from the first moment with its refined and elegant ambiance, meticulously crafted and capable of creating a welcoming yet sophisticated atmosphere. The service is attentive and professional, making the experience even more enjoyable.
The real highlight, however, is the homemade tagliatelle with ragù: perfectly rolled fresh pasta, with the perfect consistency that holds the sauce. The ragù is rich, flavorful, and prepared with quality ingredients, just as tradition dictates. A simple yet impeccably executed dish, worth the visit alone.
A perfect place for those seeking fine Italian cuisine in an elegant setting, where tradition and quality meet.
Paolo Taiocchi
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13 Marzo 2026
10,0