La Taverna di San Giuseppe

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!

We ate pecorino souffle with pear, tagliata with truffle and cinghiale al latte. The first and the latest were just amazing, dishes with flavours and textures very different from the ones i usually have. The tagliata was disappointing, don't get me wrong, it was also good but since it was the most requested dish and also the most expensive i was expecting more from it. I also enjoy my meat rare, and since the plate was really hot, the meat continues cooking in it which i didn't quite understood the point. Overall, an excellent dinner with high quality ingredients and good food prep.

Incredible!!! Absolutely phenomenal meal at this restaurant in Siena. I found this place through research for our trip to Siena and I'm so glad I did. I called about 1 month in advance and the day of our reservation, there was a line out the door- for lunch!! After dining here I can see why. The food is incredible. The cheese souffle w pear was interesting in the best way. The lasagna was indescribable!! My only regret was not ordering the blue cheese risotto!! We came in with a toddler and a young kid and we're treated as well as anyone else in the room- the food says best restaurant in the city, but the atmosphere says casual enough for your toddler. Servers were so kind and welcoming. Will be dreaming about this meal until I return to Siena! Thank you.

It's fine. We booked a rezzie 2 months in advance and got excited. Service was good but we felt rushed at a 7pm reservation. The food is just - blah. Maybe this is classic Italian but it's just not for me. Cauliflower soup as a free starter, was what it sounds like. We got the tomato flan (skip it), the lasagna was passable but I didn't finish it, the truffle gnocchi was flavorless and then braised beef in red wine sauce was just that. Very small portions for the prices and an uninspired side salad if I've ever seen one. 100 euros better spent anywhere else. They probably serve some really great food but I couldn't find it.

This was one of the best restaurants we've ever been to! We took 2 first dishes, 2 main courses and 3 desserts! The food was perfect, the service was amazing and it was just perfect! Don't miss the specials with the truffles and the Tirmisu, the chocolate desert and the pears with wine. Also their Limoncello and Melloncello was perfect! Another super important thing is our AMAZING waiter- Francesco and also his colleague Andrea, they gave us the best experience! Please don't miss this amazing place and book your reservation ahead, you won't regret it! Thank you for this amazing experience we will sure come nqvk here and recommend everyone we know to visit this place when visiting Siena!

This is my favorite restaurant in the world. Its atmosphere is so special, highlighting the beauty of Siena, and we had the most spectacular food. The staff went out of their way to celebrate my partner’s birthday! Thank you and we cannot wait to return one day!

Amazing!!!! Did I say amazing? Best meal we had during our three weeks in Italy. I’m a serious foodie and was in search of my “wow” meal. This was it. The atmosphere is perfect as well. It is the quintessential Italian restaurant experience.

restaurants — La Taverna di San Giuseppe — proudly featured in the Michelin Guide for over 15 consecutive years. Housed in a stunning cellar carved into Etruscan tuff rock from the 3rd century BCE, this place blends ancient history with timeless Tuscan flavors. Each dish reflected tradition, creativity, and soul — paired with wines from their historic 600‑label collection. More than a meal — an unforgettable journey through history, passion, and taste. 🍷🇮🇹

Honestly, I thought this restaurant was soooo overrated. First, even if you make a reservation, the wait to get in is awkward and confusing. We stood inside the restaurant for five minutes before anyone acknowledged us. We were seated in front of the cellar which was nice, but I'm surprised no one has remarked on the literal black mold growing on the glass in the cellar??I am pretty sure that is not healthy. The food was mixed. Some dishes were good and some were meh. We ordered: - Cheese soufflé (5/5) this was great. - Grilled vegetables (5/5) not sure what seasoning was used but it was deeeelicious. - Carbonara (3/5) this was so filling but not really in a good way. It seemed imbalanced. Perhaps too much egg and too little pasta. - Cannelloni (4/5) the truffle was good but it was so heavy.

What a find on our first day in Tuscany. We saw the Michelin star signs for decades and couldn't pass it up. We had an appetizer plate with a cheese soufflé, some Type of savory pastry topped with truffles and an eggplant dish. For our entrees we ordered lasagna, gnocchi and beef with a red wine reduction sauce. Amazing on every level!

Incredible! Walked in unannounced at opening time, 7:00pm, on a Friday night. We got lucky and received a table for the two of us. Obviously, a favorite for the locals! Everything we read about them ahead of time proved to be true or better! Service- incredible. Food- unbelievably delicious!!!! Ambience was ideal for an intimate, first night experience in Sienna! Do not miss this if you are anywhere near Sienna!

Made the reservation a month in advance as this place is popular! Beautiful interior and the food is excellent and reasonably priced for what you get. Got the famous Florentine Steak for two and as advertised it came rare but "no blood" as the waiter explained because it's dry aged. Tender and delicious. The Truffle Pasta came with LOADS of fresh black truffles shaved right at the table. Would have been at least twice the price in the USA. Oh, the Tiramisu was the best we had in all of Italy. Would come back again in a heartbeat.

This review was from our November 3, 2023 lunch following our guided tour of beautiful Siena. We asked the waitress if she would separate the bill among four couples but she declined our request. Oh well. We started with two appetizers that we shared and they were both quite tasty. The roasted eggplant was hearty with a tomato and Parmesan cheese ensemble. The mixed green salad (insulata) had a wonderful mix of fresh vegetables with a very nice light dressing. My cocoa pasta in a white wild boar ragu was exquisite and unique. My wife enjoyed the cannelloni pasta filled with cheese and white truffle that she enjoyed. The Italian bread was possibly the best that I tasted in Italy. The service was both efficient without being overbearing. Bravo.

The salad at San Giuseppe was our favorite meal in Italy, bar none. It was light, flavorful and filling--a masterful mix of fixings that was greater than the sum of its parts. The greens were the freshest we found, the ricotta salata had ideal saltiness, and the fruit blended perfectly to balance the dish. If reservations weren't so difficult to come by, we would have gone every day in Siena. The space is incredibly beautiful, outfitted in rustic decor and the service was attentive and accommodating to match the superlative menu. Call ahead and get a table. You don't want to miss this one.

Food (5 of 5) -- outstanding in all respects. One of the best meals we have ever had anywhere. The quail eggs on sausage with truffles were delicious with an outstanding blend of flavors. The pecorino cheese soufflé with pears was unique and wonderful. The risotto, wild boar, and beef stew were also all wonderful. Service (5) -- outstanding in all respects from start to finish. Atmosphere (5) -- unique especially for a Michelin starred restaurant and absolutely wonderful. We had a wonderful meal and experience. Congratulations to all of the outstanding people involved in making our evening a magical one we will always remember. Thank you

What a great experience! From start to finish, the food was unbelievably delicious. The cheese soufflé was amazing, the osso buco and lasagna were exquisite. The tiramisu was nothing I've ever tried in the United States! This is the best dining experience I've ever had. No wonder it is a Michelin rated restaurant. A must when in Siena! The Brunello wine was delicious and seeing their wine cellar was extraordinary!

Very excited to have stumbled upon another Michelin star restaurant while traveling through Italy. As soon as I saw it, I walked in to get reservations. We were able to secure seats that evening due the first seating. The interior is lovely and they have a vibe and cheese cellar that looks super cool and has that humus, cool and musty smell to it. Primo!! I have to say that I was a bit disappointed overall. The Portions were small. Now, I realize that this is a Michelin star restaurant and don't expect big American portions, however, that being said they were a bit small not being a tasting menu. We asked to split a garden side salad but He gave us the special salad which was the wrong salad and twice the price. The salad contains slides grapes which were different fur a salad but tasted good. The problem was that there were grape seeds all over the salad and in the grapes and ruined each bite. The plating left a lot to be desired. Like they say, you eat with your eyes first. There wasn't much for the eyes to chew on here. Very boring and plain. I expect much more from an award winning restaurant of this caliber and with these prices. Overall, the meal could have been much better in multiple ways. Disappointing to say the least.

Best meal of my entire life. Wow I can't say enough great things it changed my view of Italy

VERY impressed! There's a good reason why this has been a Michelin star restaurant since the early 2000s! The service and the charismatic waiters charm you into wanting to come again! Francesco was a sweetheart, and walked me through the wine room, and the history of the restaurant. Francesco, Pierpaolo, and Samuel were extremely caring, and he recommended a perfect wine for me based on my own preferences. The owner was extremely sweet and I ended up giving her a couple hugs. And this was only my first visit! I came two days in a row because I love the food that much! It is extremely well priced and the food is off the charts wonderful! I was having a hard time getting a wine tour and the gentleman who worked there wrote down a bunch of different wineries and places I should check out if I can't get a tour. They really genuinely care about their customers. EAT HERE! you cannot come to Siena without dining at this establishment! Lorella has a heart of gold and really cares for her customers! She's such a genuine soul! This review was supposed to be sent in January but I noticed it never fully posted!

This restaurant is on the Michelin guide - and has been since the 2000s!!! It might be weird that they've never surpassed it, but its works for me because they're within a price range that I'm ok with. They're not hard to find. They're located not too far from the city center. It's hard to navigate the streets in Siena, but Google Maps was really helpful. The entrance says "osteria". You have to call for reservations; you cannot email. I was able to get one by asking my airbnb host to call for me a few days in advance. They have two seatings - one at 7 PM and one at 9:30 PM. For first seating, you only get 1.75 hours so they have time to prepare for the second seating. The inside is pretty tight, but it's like eating inside a tavern with the brick walls and ceiling. If you walk to the back, you enter their wine cellar, which is cold and musty. The carbonara spaghetti was ok. I think it's best to eat carbonara while in Rome. The pappardelle was terrific. They cooked some really good, soft mushrooms. The cinghiale did not meet my expectations, but that's because I had really high expectations of what "wild boar" would be like. The dish was cooked so well that the meat didn't taste too game-y. The sauce went well with the bread. They had too many wines to choose from, so we just went with Le Corbinie. Service was great! It seemed like the younger guys spoke English better/more comfortable with speaking English

The service and the food was amazing. There aren't too many seafood restaurants in Siena but this specializes in fresh seafood. I really enjoyed it.

Holy cow! This is a DO NOT MISS if you are going to Siena. The food is amazing and the ambience is something you will never forget! The restaurant is a former dwelling, carved out of a cliff over a thousand years ago. We loved the food and the wine selection is superb. Do yourself a favor and make a reservation here!!!!

This restaurant was a beautiful surprise. We didn't know about it until getting to Siena. While sitting on a bench I read about it in Rick Steve's and my husband also found it on yelp at the same time. We travel and eat out alot and this will be a memorable meal and experience. It is nestled into a cool arched small street corner, and the inside looks like a wine cellar. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff was terrific and very friendly.

Sitting outside, people watching, great bread, classic, perfectly prepared pasta, a bottle of house wine, and all a two minute walk from St. Peter's basilica... what more could you ask for?

Out of this world lunch and best meal we had in Italy! The service was prompt, attentive and professional. The restaurant itself is charming with 2 wine cellars and the oldest street in Siena, encased but visible through a window inside the restaurant. The food was absolutely amazing. We started with chicken livers braised in Vin Santo. The combination of sweet and savory was delightful. My husband had the wild boar ragu and I had a When Harry Met Sally moment with my ricotta gnocchi with truffles (even fresh truffle grated on top at the table). We are definitely planning to go back next time we are in Italy. Do need reservations but not to be missed!!

Romantic spot for lunch or dinner. Amazing vegan options (grilled veggies, roasted potatoes, spring greens salad, sautéed spinach, and the BEST truffle pasta I have ever had. I will dream about this place.

This is one of the best restaurants I've ever been to in my whole long life of living!! I never stay in Sienna, so it's tough to make a reservation when you're not 100% sure when you're actually going to be there. And it's really tough to get in last minute. This is a favorite even amongst Italians. It's really nice and cool in there. I got to go when they offered lunch, which was a nice refuge from the hot ass Italian heat in the summer. Now, I think they only do dinner. The staff is so incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the food is out of this world.

Absolutely amazing food, ambiance, and service. Worth the trip to Siena just for this place.

I was expecting Michelin star service, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. While the food was good, it wouldn't even make the Bib Gourmand list in the US. I think Michelin is more generous with stars in Europe than in the US. I have a few complaints: The bread was a joke. It tasted like it was two days old and bought from a supermarket. The service was lacking. There weren't enough servers, and my empty glass sat on the table for 15 minutes before I had to ask for another glass of wine. The servers didn't provide any information about the food, not even the basic ingredients. This would be unheard of in the US. The servers brought the food across the table and poured the wine in a way that was not elegant. If it wasn't a Michelin-starred restaurant, I wouldn't have said anything. However, since it was, I expected exceptional food and service, but unfortunately, it didn't meet my expectations. None of the dishes were exceptional. The issue is the difference between Europe and the US. In the US, a Michelin star means you'll receive world-class food, service, and interior design. I've been to several European Michelin-starred restaurants in France, the Netherlands, Austria, and Italy, and they were inferior to Chicago's Boka, Sepia, or Temporis, which also have one Michelin star.

I have never been to a Michelin star restaurant before and now i understand why it is such a big deal. The food was at a level beyond what my wife and I are typically used to when we travel. The meat in the bolognese was not like the ground beef we get back home in the US. It was actually minced beef that has a distinct flavor. You can taste the tomatoes in the sauce. The pappardelle was al dente and had an even distribution of the bolognese sauce. Best pasta dish I have ever had. The dessert was the highlight of the meal. It was a gianduia within a shell of dark chocolate. I would have been happy with just the shell but the hazelnut gianduia was a balanced sweet. I am ruined in terms of Italian food back in the US. It was quite literally a life changing experience for me and my wife. The ambience was also unique. We both used the term "grotto" to describe the interior. It was a fantastic way to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary.

Great place. Great service. The food was delicious. Just one observation the chicken I order was a little bit over cook per say. But everything else was very good. The ambiance is very welcoming and great place to go have a great dinner time. Evening was good.

Great food, wine, ambiance and a great staff. Actually went here twice in one week. The boar was great

Amazing restaurant in Sienna. Tough to get reservation. Loved everything about it. And the prices were very fair

This restaurant was spectacular. We had pasta and gnocchi to start. Both were served with shaved black truffles. Then my husband had the Osso Bucco which was so tender it just fell away from the bone. I had the wild boar--spectacular!!! I had never had wild boar before and this was a revelation. I recommend it highly; it is cooked for 8 hours, 4 hours in white wine and 4 hours in milk. We had roasted vegetables and spinach to accompany the meal. A dessert sampler to finish. Wines were: Prosecco to accompany the chef's potato soup, then Montepulciano (osso bucco) and Chianti Classico (wild boar) with our main dishes. And two dessert wines to finish. Mine was apricot- y and from a small island of 700 inhabitants located between Italy and Africa. Unfortunately I left my phone in the hotel so have no photos to share. The ambiance, the wait staff, the food.,. Five stars. We feel very lucky. Note: very steep incline to reach restaurant from Campo de Palio. Take a cab if possible. After dinner the walk home was mostly downhill.

Simply amazing! We were delighted to get a table at this restaurant.. it did not disappoint. The foods was sensational- you have to try the truffles! Best gnocchi we have ever had- melted in your mouth. The ambiance was relaxed but with charming ceilings and well dressed waiters. The Fiorentina steak was to die for! Amazing wine selection as well. You have to include this in your next trip to the Tuscany area. You won't be disappointed!

Wow, this place was absolutely insane. They took us in without reservation on a Friday at lunchtime and we were blown away by the food and atmosphere. All the pastas were excellent, and we got the faggolio as an app and creme brûlée for dessert which were all amazing. For the quality of dining the prices were very reasonable. Awesome service. Make stopping by here a priority if you are in Siena!

There are certain restaurants where your desire to praise them to the skies conflicts with your desire to keep the secret to yourself so that it doesn't become so crowded you can't get back in This is one of those restaurants. However, since its apparent Rick Steves long ago spilled the beans on this place, trying to keep it a secret is a pipe dream. Suffice to say, however, there are a handful of restaurants in Italy for which I am willing to reshape a trip itinerary. This is one of them. We go to Giuseppe every time we're in Siena, without fail. It never ever disappoints. Reserve early! We usually make our "Giuseppe" dinner reservation before we even book our hotels.... Dishes are anchored in Tuscan traditions, but prepared with creativity and flair. They have great specials. Everything done to perfection, and each feels like another added layer of decadence! Great wine selections. Extremely friendly and helpful staff working as a team. Dining room is cozy, lovely and small...10-12 tables only? Wine cellar downstairs in what was a hand-carved dwelling from Etruscan times.

The food delicioso,the atmosphere in a cave? Awesome,service stupendous! We came back here because it was so impressive and good.

So we were just randomly looking for a place in Siena for dinner. This place caught our eye on atmosphere alone. But wow the food and service....second to none!! We had an amazing pici and another pasta dish. An exquisite pecorino and pear starter. And the best desert so far in Italy. This place is amazing and worth getting in there.

Food was truly just amazing and so many good options Service exception from everyone Ambiance- boutique and nice

Truly an incredible meal. Everything was 5 stars and the service was wonderful. Be sure to make reservations. The place was packed but for a reason. This is a must eat at place in beautiful Siena.

Make sure you get a reservation well in advance. Knocking off one star because I had requested a ressie through email months before my trip but when we got to the restaurant the lady at the front door said she had no reservations under my name. We had communicated multiple times, explaining my fam was vegetarian, etc. so I was frantically searching through my emails for "proof". Eventually she found a note in her book, she had spelled my name completely wrong, and all was OK. In any case, I was a bit irritated that she thought I imagined making a reservation. Service was OK. Maybe it was a busy night, but when I think of Michelin starred restaurants I think of impeccable service and that was not the case here the night that I went. The food was good though, there are a few options for vegetarians. The pasta is well made and very fresh. Desserts were also good, don't forget to try the cheesecake, it's pretty unique!

This restaurant is amazing and the food is so good - my favorite meal from a ten day trip across three regions in Italy. Highly recommend the pici and for vegetarians - the straccia pasta with pumpkin and leeks is amazing. My friend really enjoyed his secondi of steak prepared in two ways. Also extremely affordable considering what you're getting. The Etruscan wine cellar is beautiful and the waitstaff let us take a look around - they were very friendly and had great suggestions. Definitely call make a reservation at least a couple weeks beforehand!!!

Great service and even better food! the building itself is a history to look upon - an ancient pick-hacked room extends back from the cozy restaurant and serves as a wine cellar. The steak was gorgeous and very rare (as it is supposed to be in the region) and each of the 5 pastas we ordered to try was equally exquisite. They also provided a 30-second interlude of music, colorful light and clapping as a birthday celebration which was a joyful highlight of the meal.

OMG, hands-down was THE best restaurant we went to in Italy (and top 5 I've ever eaten at in general). The restaurant has been on the Michelin guide for YEARS- which in the exact words of the waiter, means they have Michelin-quality FOOD, but because they don't have a star they are still on the "cheaper" side (more bang for your buck). Completely agree with that statement. The service was 5 star- the waiter had several great recommendations, all of which we ordered and LOVED. When we originally asked for seafood, his response was "they don't sell any because they're too far from the ocean". We loved the honesty, and the fact that they only sell fresh, local food items. For dinner we ordered the top 2 selling dishes, the truffle gnocchi (#1) and the pici with wild boar ragu. Both were AMAZING!!! For dessert we had the "most amazing tiramisu you'll ever have" (did not disappoint)!! Ask to go see the original (wine) cellar downstairs after you order your meal (from 300 BC). Also ask for a wine recommendation if you can't chose from the +700 wines on the list!! HIGHLY recommend this restaurant but make sure you make a reservation! Wish I had another night in Siena to eat here again!!!

This restaurant is the best restaurant we have ever been to and we have been to many restaurants around the United States and Europe. I will start by the service because everyone was very welcoming and Paolo, our waiter, was extremely knowledgeable about the food and the history of the building, and he had the nicest personality. The ambiance was perfect for couples or for groups of friends and family. Everything we ate was the best we've ever eaten: prosciutto, lasagna, filet, tiramisu and pears in wine!

Arguably one of the top 5 restaurants I've ever eaten at in the world. Sounds crazy but I would have to say it's true. Don't know if it has any Michelin stars but who the hell cares. Each item on the menu had something unique to it. Each dish was crafty in its own right. Limited yet sophisticated ingredients. Out of this world execution where you'd think, cooked grapes in risotto? Yes. It works. The place has the feel of an old castle with a cave like entrance leading you downstairs. Picture worthy. The staff full of smiles, kindness and acceptance. The quail egg, polenta and truffle was holy sh*t spot on. The risotto was out of this world and one of the best executed dishes during our Tuscan trip. Red wine reduction, cheese, grapes and whatever crack was in it. The truffle tagliatelle was just lovely and in no need of a description. The braised beef was good but I'm a bad person to review braised food. I never had a palate for it. The desserts. They claim it's the universes best tiramisu and I can't argue against that. Until I had one made by some grandmother on a wine tour. But definitely great. What's better was the hazelnut soufflé. The center was a lava cake overflowing with hazelnut cream. Best thing I had as far as desserts on this trip. Reservations are full a week out but luckily our great hotel hosts at Residenza Campo Rego Relais was able to get us lunch reservations.

Incredible service, amazing food. We tried to hit La Taverna on our first night in Siena, but we couldn't get in. We were back for Night 2 and it stands out as a high point in our vacation. The minute your feet hit the ground in Siena, go make a reservation here. Let's begin with the service. I walked in with a shoulder bag and the waiter met me at the table with a teeny tiny chair specifically for my bag. I mean, come on. It's so hospitable, it's almost comical. Our meal began with one of the Top 5 things I've ever tasted. GET THE STUFFED BURRATA. It's a ball of fresh cheese with hot tomato sauce and a trace of bread inside. The cheese is cold, but the tomato sauce is hot. My wife and I nearly fell out of our chairs when we ate this. (I snapped a pic, so maybe that'll help you order it.) You MUST get that thing. Get two. Get three. Get a dozen to take back to your hotel. I also had some steak with truffle. This is the kind of place where the waiter approaches and says, "Truffle?" And you say, "Si." And the dude will shave off an entire freakin' truffle if you let him. I also had the wild boar and porcini pasta, which was solid. The potatoes were a misfire - just kinda bland. Service was outstanding. Our server spent time chatting us up and offering tips on which Tuscan towns we should visit on our road trip. If I could go back there, I'd just order 45 stuffed burratas and go to town. Everything else is good, but this thing was crafted by tiny baby angel hands.

Small foodie taverna located in a 1000-year-old building with stone walls. Amazing hospitality and cuisine. We had mozzarella that left us unsuited for American version in the future.

Went to this Tuscan restuarant (Siena, Italy) for the last lunch sitting with friends at 2:00pm on a Thursday in the fall. This is a well known Italian restuarant recognized repeatedly (no stars yet) by the Michelin Restuarant Guide rating system. Setting: The restuarant was essentially built in an old and reclaimed cave modified to accommodate a restuarant. At the very back and down the stairs is an open area without dinner or lunch tables but where cheeses and wines are stored. I loved the smell of aging cheese and wine in this space. Heading back upstairs, the restuarant dining space was small but not cramped. The space was old and charming, and I imagine romantic at the right time of the evening. Service and Staff: The service was exceptional. Our table staff ( at least 3 came to our table with some portion of service) was outstanding. They were professional, informative, charming and attentive. When one of my lunch friends ordered his steak, one of the owners came to the table with the uncooked cut of meat to show him what he was getting and to confirm his selection. She also used the opportunity to check in with us....Very nice touch. Drinks: I ordered Prosecco by the glass. It was very nice, not too fruity, but at the same time not too dry. I didn't ask what I was drinking but I sensed that it was one of the better house Prosseco poured by the glass. My lunch partners ordered red wine which they seemed to thoroughly enjoy. Lunch: For starters I ordered the Spaghetti Saporiti alla chitarra. This was a great first course. The Spaghetti pasta was prepared the way it should be (al dente). It was made with extra Virgin Olive Oil, a bit of Gorgonzola, garlic, was lightly peppered, and served in a warm plate. The portion served was the correct size for a starter. As far as I am concerned, this was the best dish of our lunch sitting. Although I did not try my lunch partners' meals, I found the Spaghetti to be the visual and aromatic star at the table. My main course was the Griiled Free Range Small Chicken with rosemary herbs. The chicken was a smaller bird - and the perfect size for a lunch that begins with a first course. It definitely did not have the appearance of a hormone-fed bird with too much breast meat. The bird looked like it was "butterflied' and pounded flat which made the plate presentation attractive rather than having an appearance as a heaping mass of food vertically jutting out from my plate. The chicken was moist and tasty. I had rosemary potatoes on the side. In hindsight, it seemed rather silly to have rosemary potatoes with rosemary seasoned chicken. Dessert: For dessert I had the Tiramisu which by Tiramisu standards was very good. Overall, the food was outstanding. In fact, we are all going back tomorrow and my first course will again be the Spaghetti. During our meal there was not the awkward and unpleasant habit of table wait staff asking us how was the meal when we were eating mouthfuls of food. This restuarant should be on your list. You should go now while it's relatively easy to get in. Once they get their well-deserved Michelin star, you'll have a hard time getting in.

Outstanding! Absolutely loved the setting of the meal with the wine cellar, quaint size, and old brick. The service was fantastic from beginning to end. Though the meal had a set and time, there was no feeling of haste to any aspect. The food was phenomenal from the complimentary zuppa to the tiramisu.

Outstanding place serving excellent food in a unique space. Returned to Taverna and the food and service is still excellent. We enjoyed antipasta, pasta, and steak of the highest quality as well as truly remarkable deserts. At the end of the meal the Cook and Manager personally thanked us for our patronage and gave us some goodies to go!

It's an interesting venue. It's difficult to get a reservation however we were invited with wonderful people we just met on vacation. The food choices were many. You are allowed 1.75 hours for dining before the next seating arrives. We ordered a drink and we were a bit rushed to decide on our dinners. I felt, as did the others, our foods were average and presentation needed help. Staff was helpful, and the hostess was great! Go decide for yourself!

The Ambiance was fantastic only to be exceeded by the food and service. Highly recommend this place in Siena

Found this place because of a Rick Steve's episode. Be sure to reserve because they are popular! They have a great basket of bread for the table with a good variety of foccacia and sliced country breads. Their fennel salad, wild boar stew, and lasagna with homemade sausage were all amazing and the amuse bouche pea soup they gave us upon sitting down was a nice starter. Be sure to check out their little wine cellar down the stairs.

Best ribollita in Tuscany -- one of the best Tuscan restaurants, period? Unassuming with a great wine list, offering traditional food, perfectly prepared. As someone who spends a lot of time researching and eating when road-tripping across Italy, I've yet to find a better exemplar! Make sure to get the ribollita.

I came to San Giuseppe with my friends on my last night in Siena to celebrate graduating college. The waiters did a gigantic celebration for me with music, lights, dancing, and they brought me Prosecco and a candle with cake. It was the most memorable celebration I could have ever asked besides the already perfect service and food! This restaurant will forever be my favorite in all of Italy, thank you so much