Antica Bottega del Vino

Some of the desserts were too alcoholic for me (not for my boyfriend though!) but the rest of the meal was spectacular! The place was packed and I’m glad we got in with a same day reservation. Would definitely love to come back

Hands down best wine menu and atmosphere. The wine menu is vast, maybe too vast. However, pretty much any type of wine you can imagine is available. The age of the restaurant gives it immense character, which in turn creates an awesome dining environment. The service can be a bit slow and not as friendly as expected, but that extra time can be used to dive into the huge menu.

Very good selection of cheese, but the amarone risotto - supposedly to be their main dish - was to heavy for me, a lot of butter and didn’t really feel the taste of wine… such a shame. I ate another risotto of amarone in another place and it was insanely good… The place though is very cute with a cool vibe. Definitely would recommend to go with friends for like an aperitivo!

Very nice place! Attentive staff, amazing sommelier, who suggested very good natural wine and also very big selection of those wines. Food was delicious and everything was just 10 out of 10!!

Excellent choice of wine and food. Each dish was exquisitely prepared and the servers ensured we had a comfortable dining experience. The wine recommendation was spot on.

We have been told that we MUST go this restaurant if we are in Verona! And this advice was absolutely correct! It was quite nosy but while eating, we forgot such small thing as all dishes were so delicious! Next time we will choose a bottle from very big wine book! Their collections are insane! Don’t forget to book a table, otherwise you cannot get it as many people want to go!

We visited the restaurant to taste the Risotto Amarone, which was absolutely excellent. However, the other dishes were equally outstanding, especially the Melanzane alla parmigiana! Highly recommended. A must-visit!

Old restaurant in the downtown. You can eat only with reservation. When we ordered the food after few minutes we got it, how can they make it so fast? I tried the famous risotto Amarone my wife had a turbo with courgette and a tiramisu for dessert. All dishes were delicious also the wines. Professional and friendly service. Just recommend.

They got tables indoors and out doors. We came for a quick bite, sandwich are 3€ they are ok, not worth going here for them. White House wine for 6€ was good.

A Verona and wine lovers institution. Came solo and dined towards the front of the restaurant. Started off with a great glass of Tomassi Amarone that was accompanied with a small salami and mortadella sandwich. Next up was the veal with tuna sauce accompanied with a great basket of bread and an Amarone from a winery called Villa Rizzardi. Finished off the meal with the best tiramisu I've ever had. Great ambience.

Able to trace its history to the sixteenth century and celebrated as an eatery since 1890 Antica Bottega del Vino, or Bottega Vini, rates highly amongst Verona citizens and visitors for both an extensive Wine List and homemade Food intended to compliment it. Purchased by Le Famiglie dell'Amarone d'Arte and Antica Rinomata Riseria Ferron in 2011, a bit of restoration doing nothing to distract from Bottega's old-world charm, it is with patrons two-deep at the Bar that those with reservations are seated to choose their meal before a Sommelier visits to discus pairings. Offering off-menu Cicchetti that change frequently, or a plate of 24 month Prosciutto to match €8 glasses of Sparkling Wine, fans of Venetian tradition will be happy to find Baccala served soft atop a bed of Polenta while those seking to simply snack enjoy freshly fried Potatoes served thin and crispy. Known for housemade Pastas, faultless Bigoli beneath Duck Ragout best suited to Chianti, those willing to spend a little extra will be delighted by airy Dumplings slicked in Butter with a liberal spoon of Caviar plus Chives. Decorated in Medieval style, heavy woods and varnished walls surrounding wrought-iron chandeliers supporting empty bottles, it is best to allow busy servers to suggest Dolci that include a "Budino" more like Flan adjacent thick Chocolate or Potato Flake "Sandy Cake" complimented by Coffee Cream.

My go to spot when I come to Verona. Been here 6 times in 2023 and look forward on come oh back here agin in Feb. this food is just not great, it's well above and beyond. Always make a reservation to guarantee a seat.

After reading on Yelp and Trip Advisor that this place was a MUST try in Verona, my sister and I stopped in to try their famous Amarone risotto. We didn't have a reservation (our mistake) so ended up sitting at the small bar counter type area in front of the case where they kept their cured meats and cheeses and small appetizer items. This seating location in and of itself impacted by review a lot because we had a front-row seat to the employee slicing the parma ham not using gloves, despite frequently rubbing his hands on his face, nose, and mouth. Didn't make me want to eat anything he was touching back there. After waiting for a long time for someone to take our order my sister finally walked up to the cashier at the bar area to ask if he order there or if someone would come to us. He informed us someone would come to us-which they did-eventually. We placed our order for the risotto but before I had the chance to order water (my sister ordered a glass of wine) the waiter rushed off. After waiting for a long time, the risotto arrived and was underwhelming. The dish had an interesting flavor (I imagine from the Amarone wine) but the rice in the risotto itself was hard. like the dish was undercooked. Considering how long it was taking to be acknowledged by wait staff it didn't seem worth it to try and send it back or discuss the dish with staff. Also-I never had the chance to order a bottle of water because the waitstaff dropped off the food and wine so quickly that I was never able to get a word in. Ultimately, I just ended up grabbing a wine glass of a nearby empty table and pouring a bottled water I had in my bag into the glass. After finishing the bad risotto we just paid our bill and left to find somewhere else to eat a real meal. Overall, this place seems like a spot just waiting to lure in tourists-as was evident by the large number of Americans seated at the tables. I'll pass if I'm ever in Verona again.

We only came in for a couple glasses of wine. If you are not having dinner there, there is a small area up from and a bar to enjoy a glass of wine and a few nibbles - they have a selection of small panini in the event you'd like a little something with your wine. Mostly Italian wines by the glass, but there were a French varietal or two. But you are in Verona so definitely sample the Valpolicella or even the Amarone. If I get back to Verona, would definitely try a meal here, but if time is short, absolutely go in, have a glass of wine, and soak up that amazing atmosphere.

What a find! Worth making a reservation for the 7 or 9 seatings, as it was our second favorite meal in all of Italy. We shared a bottle of a local valpolicella repasso and had the: 1) melanzane as an appetizer, which is the best eggplant parm either of us has ever eaten, 2) the risotto zucca made with amarone, which is the most unique risotto ever, 3) the gnocchi we got with the tortellini sauce (black truffles and cream), which was so delectable, 4) and we ended with the tiramisu, which was divine. The kind sommelier even brought us dessert wine in the house because it was my birthday. Oh, and the server was sooooo sweet, which was a breath of fresh air considering there seems to be some xenophobia in Verona.

I'm not one to usually write bad reviews...but not only was I not satisfied with the experience...but I left upset. Food was underwhelming....but the worst part was the service. Our server took our order and we never saw him again...same with the sommelier. Would have spent more money on both food and wine if the server didn't didn't behave like he couldn't wait for us to leave and let us know he needed the table. Unfortunate because we were referred and it seemed like it could be great with some effort. Not sure if it was we were American tourists or what the problem was‍ Tipped the busser for his help. He was great.

This place is the bomb. Years ago I had been a fan/sort-of regular at their "sister" restaurant in Manhattan and was so sad when they closed up. Two years ago, with a group, I was able to enjoy an excellent luncheon here at the Verona location. I vowed I had to return for dinner should I ever be back in Verona and I'm happy to report I finally had the chance last week! It lived up to my expectations and then some. First a couple notes: DO make a reservation, and know that there are only 2 dinner seats, 7pm and 9pm. (And if you reserve for 7 you MUST be out by 9.) I first tried to make a reservation online but after not hearing back quickly decided to walk by mid-afternoon to see if anything was available for the nights we were in town. I was able to get seats for the 9pm dinner service that night which was great; gave us time to wander around and have some cocktails elsewhere before returning about 8:45 for dinner. At first it seemed like total chaos inside as the front tables and bar area were packed with walk-in traffic. I finally was able to check-in with the host, who promised things were fine for 9pm. And we watched as the staff very precisely cleared and cleaned up the back dining room, then ushering those of us waiting back to our tables in prompt fashion. There is one HUGE wine book that looks like it's a sorcerer's spellbook. It gets passed around, from table to table, and the sommelier will also stop by to answer any questions/make recommendations based on your tastes. I will say I was impressed that for such a "fancy" place, there were many wines by the bottle available in the 22-30 Euro range. So you don't have to be afraid of breaking the bank on the wine. There was so much on the menu that sounded intriguing it was hard to make a choice on what to order. Based on comments here on yelp, I went for the 30 months aged parma ham with homemade vegetable pickles. This was great with the lovely bread and focaccia were were served. My sweetie was intrigued by the Sweet and Sour "Lukewarm" Hen Salad with Capers and Pine Nuts, and I must say it was so good I was jealous I hadn't ordered it! I had to get the Risotto with Amarone, having tasted it on my previous visit, and this time it was even better with the seasonal addition of some tiny pumpkin cubes. Sweetie got the Potatoes Gnocchi with Leeks, Braised Scallops and Pea Shoots--I thought an unusual choice but the flavors all blended beautifully and the gnocchi were just perfect. The nut cake was an intriguing and different dessert--in a good and not overly sweet way. As a perfect final note, I mentioned to our server that a chef friend of mine from home, who had recently been to Verona just a few weeks before, wanted me to say hi to the bartender for him. Just a few moments later and he stopped by and offered us a delightful taste of a red dessert wine in thanks for passing along the message. I would absolutely return here, in fact we debated going for a second dinner while in Verona for three nights but decided to spend more time exploring. But I will absolutely come back next time I am in Verona (and kind of wish now we had gone back for another meal!)

I am thankful to say I have been to Verona several times in my life. I enjoy the city so much and am able to discover so many wonderful places each time I go. This time around I discovered this gem down a little street not too far away from the center. The menu is displayed outside so if you want to see what they have you can even just walk by and check. The menu has a lot of wonderful options of typical Italian high class dishes. I believe there is something for everyone on it. So let me start by the environment and interior atmosphere of this place. At first it looked like a cosy little wine bar but there is actually quite extensive seating towards the back as well. The decor is absolutely incredible. The walls are lined with old Italian wine bottles aged hundreds of years. The color creates a warm atmosphere that makes you feel like you could sit there for hours. Food: To start they bring out complimentary bread which was so fresh and delicious. Be careful not to fill up on this amazing bread because it is quite easy to do. I ordered from the second plate section of the menu. I ordered a tender high quality beef that is marinaded in wine along with mash potatoes. I recommend this dish. It was so well made and the meat practically melted in my mouth. If you want some veggies a long with it I would recommend ordering on the side because that is what I was missing. Wine: If you are with someone who also enjoys wine I first and foremost recommend ordering a bottle. Even if you normally don't order a bottle, this is the place to do it. The have the best wine quality and selection I have ever seen. If the dozen placards of wine spectator awards on the wall don't give you a hint of the wine itself will tell you that they have truly some of the best wine you will ever taste. I wish I could tell you the specific but I can't recall what the wine specialist gave me. However, I asked for the best red wine that is locally from Verona area that she could offer me. To keep it simple it was TO DIE FOR! What a beautiful taste. I would have loved to order the whole bottle.. Next time!. Customer service: This is one of the gold stars of my review. I sincerely appreciated all the kind and 5 star customer care we received. It is sometimes rare in a city like Verona that gets so many tourists but it was present here. Thank you so much for the lovely experience! Until next time!!

This revisits a little late in posting. Dined here in September, 2019. The restaurant is warm and very friendly. We had reservations. Which I recommend if you want to dine at a specific time. Lots of choices for wine. Quite a nice and varied wine list. It's hard to settle on wine and dining, but hey what a great problem to have.

A trip to Verona would not be complete without at least a glass of wine at Bottega Vini. They're closed on Sunday evenings though so plan accordingly. I've never had a chance to actually sit down and enjoy a meal here because I always end up here for a late night glass of wine during VinItaly. Usually it's so busy that you get your wine at the bar, pay for it, then take your glass outside to the small street and hang out chatting with a bunch of other wine lovers. Our team has two traditions/rituals when we go to VinItaly. 1) meet on the Piazza Bra for a beer after the day of meetings and 2) meet for a glass of wine after whichever winery dinner we've attended. We are not alone in these habits and for good reason. In our case, as we rarely get to sit down here, we can still get snacks if anyone's hungry. The chefs behind the bar seem as happy to pour you a glass of wine as they are to slice up some prosciutto for you. Don't be shy here! Get up to the counter and order something off their blackboard of wines and if you don't see what you want the friendly and knowledgeable staff will be happy to help you out.

This place is Amazing! Anyone in the Verona City area needs to eat at this restaurant. It came highly recommended by wineries in the area and it lives up to all expectations. I had the Sommelier recommend some local wines and they all paired very well with my lamb, cheese, and fish plates. Look for my photos as well. Highly recommend making a reservation in advance.

The atmosphere here is very relaxing and the wine selection is fantastic! Highly recommend one of the various amarones they have available. If you're looking for a great wine bar definitely stop here.

Omg, this place is so good. Get the anchovies with burrata cheese, risotto amorone, and their desserts are so good!!! Pair that with a local wine!

One of the best meals I've ever had, lots of charm, history and amazing food while listening to glam rock. What more do you need?

This was literally one of the best meals I have ever had. We started with the prosciutto and homemade pickles appetizer. Wonderful prosciutto, which I loved dearly, but the pickles, (really pickled mixed vegetables) just blew me away. Absolutely delicious and I enjoyed them even more than the prosciutto. Anyone who knows me will tell you that's really saying something. Just a slight hint of sweetness that perfectly balanced the pickling solution. I could've eaten just that for the meal. For the main course I had the osso buco special and couldn't believe how tasty it was. They use a thick and incredibly tasty gravy that was absolute perfection. It was a dish that made all of us moan with pleasure at every-single-bite. We never got "used' to the flavor, because it was SO good. Each bite was a taste explosion and pure taste bud happiness. I didn't have room for a dessert, but it wouldn't have mattered, since I've never come across a dessert that I like nearly as much as that osso buco. Almost forgot - It comes with a salted roasted onion on the side, which was also amazing and also probably the best roasted onion I've ever had. I'm definitely going to try and figure out how to make those at home. My daughter ordered the eggplant parmesan appetizer and that too was one of the best ever. (I can't believe she actually shared a bite.) A few other notes: The staff was superb and the sommelier fantastic. Their wine list is 18,000 strong. It's so big, they bring side tables to rest the list on when you're not reading it. I didn't get the list, however, since I was in the heart of Amarone territory and was going to trust the house offerings, I asked the Sommelier for a recommendation for a house bottle and whoa-nelly she knocked it out of the park! I kid you not when I say that both the osso buco and the wine, a Valpolicella Ripasso, gave me goose bumps they were so good. The price for all of this, and service (included) was less than 120 Euros. Absolute bargain! My mouth keeps watering as I write this. Oh my, what an experience.

This was a true hidden gem. The service was fantastic, truly guiding us to the best tasting wines we experienced in Verona. We never return to the same stop, but we came back for the Begali and the service. Didn't catch the bartender's name but he deserves the kudos. We didn't feel rushed or pressured and can't recommend this wine experience enough.

I've been here many times. It closed down for a time and is not the same since. Good/extensive wine list but the food is not the same level as in the past. I used to love the amarone risotto, it is just not as good now. I was disappointed. Worth a visit? Yes. But I feel it is a shadow of what it once was.

Amazing food, delicious wine, helpful somm and staff. Be sure to check out the cellar!!

Great atmosphere! Had the fish of the day and it was probably the best we'd ever had. The tortellini was perfectly cooked and the gazpacho was incredible as well! Caters well to gluten free if you ask your waiter, but they don't advertise their gluten free meals.

Limited dining choices in Venice and San Marco in particular. Poor service, mediocre food and overpriced. Poor example of Italian cuisine.

This is a really nice spot to have a glass of wine and or a snack. It's located on the main horoughfare, between the two main squares of Verona, which makes it a nice refuge from the touristy shops that populate that area. When I was there, it was full of happy old Italian men having a good time :-D For 3 euro, you can get a fantastic glass of wine and have a nice place to drink it.

Best restaurant in Verona. One of the best meals we had in Italy (milan, Verona.Venice). We tried to go back the second night of our stay for the dessert because it was so delicious.

Great service, quality food, lovely atmosphere. Worths the price. Most importantly, I had the best wine for a very long time.

What a wonderful Veronese experience! Traditionally furnished, very friendly staff. The wine cellar was Established in the 1960 s and now houses 18,000 bottles of wines from Italy s finest wine regions .. The wine list is a veritable bible and as my partner is a wine collector , he was in Seventh heaven! The young but knowledgeable Sommelier Sabine very generously gave us a tour of the wine cellar. My entree was freshly Made tagliatelle with generous slivers of tender porcini mushrooms flavored with fresh thyme! Yum!! My partner had the anchovies with freshly made ricotta with tomatoes on the side.. It looked amazing! I had the beef cheeks on mashed potatoes with Jus for "seconda" which are traditional Veronese fare.. Although more suited to winter weather than summer... My partner had the 700gm steak on the bone which was a carnivore s delight! My beef cheeks were delicious but proved too hearty after the tagliatelle . We could only manage a vanilla gelato with two spoons for dessert' Also they served the meal too quickly for our liking( one hour 15 from beginning to end which is why i am only giving them 4 stars.

What a wonderful selection of wine and great regional food this is a hangout for locals and very well respected so lucky we found this place

Anyone visiting Verona should visit this amazing Restaurant. My wife and I went there on recommendation from the Concierge of our Hotel not really knowing what to expect. It was the best recommendation ever. At the front is a small cafe/wine bar, and at the back a slightly more formal Restaurant. I enjoyed anchovies served with fresh Ricotta cheese and dried tomatoes as starter, followed by one of the best Steaks on the bone I have ever eaten anywhere in the world, and finished off with homemade vanilla icecream for Dessert. Not only was the Food superb, but to top it off the restaurant has one of Italy's largest collections of old wines with 18500 bottles. The waiters were very friendly and professional, as was the young Sommelier who was kind enough to show us the wine cellar.

This is an absolutely fantastic place, both of wine and food! The service is very warm, highly recommend!

A key moment of food experience for me. The service did their job with pride without being proud. The wine service was done with care and down to the detail and my food (I apologize to any Italian for not knowing the proper name) were small dough bags, I guess fagottinis, filled with a meat and herb paste that literally melted in my mouth. And the whole experience was supported by its surrounding. If I ever manage to get back there, I will go there again and anybody who mentions they pass through Verona, I try to get there.