Restaurants & Bars

Where to eat in Verona

Osteria Al Duca

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Via Arche Scaligere 2, Verona

A historic osteria steps from the Scaligeri Tombs, beloved for Veronese classics — pastissada de caval, risotto all'Amarone, and pearà. One of the most genuinely local spots in the centro storico.

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Ristorante Il Desco

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Via Dietro San Sebastiano 7, Verona

Verona's benchmark fine-dining restaurant, Michelin-starred for decades, with a menu rooted in Veronese tradition elevated to haute cuisine. The Amarone wine list is exceptional.

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Trattoria Al Pompiere

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Vicolo Regina d'Ungheria 5, Verona

A Verona institution since 1910, renowned for bollito misto, pearà sauce, and one of the finest cellars of local wines in the city. The atmosphere is warmly old-school.

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Locanda 4 Cuochi

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Via Alberto Mario 16, Verona

A creative but deeply rooted Veronese kitchen where four chefs bring fresh thinking to traditional recipes — the gnocchi and local cheese selections are outstanding.

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Osteria Sottoriva

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Via Sottoriva 9/A, Verona

Set under the medieval arcades of Via Sottoriva, this osteria captures the authentic spirit of old Verona with simple, excellent local food and natural Veneto wines.

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Ristorante Maffei

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Piazza delle Erbe 38, Verona

Right on Piazza delle Erbe, this elegant restaurant serves Veronese cuisine in a setting of considerable historic beauty — ideal for a special dinner on the city's most famous square.

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Trattoria Dal Ropeton

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Via Fontana del Ferro 1, Verona

A neighbourhood trattoria in Borgo Trento, frequented almost entirely by locals — lesso, risotto, and seasonal dishes that are straightforward, honest, and delicious.

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Bottega del Vino

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Vicolo Scudo di Francia 3, Verona

More wine bar than restaurant, but the kitchen produces excellent Veronese dishes to accompany a cellar of over 2,500 labels. The salumi and cheeses are wonderful for a long lunch.

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AMO Bistrot

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Vicoletto Due Mori 5, Verona

A stylish bistro inside the historic Palazzo Forti, offering creative Italian cuisine with international influences — popular with locals for long lunches and relaxed evening dining.

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Re Teodorico

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Piazza Castel San Pietro 1, Verona

Perched on the hill above the Roman Theatre, this restaurant offers spectacular views over Verona alongside refined Italian and Mediterranean dishes — the setting alone justifies the visit.

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Cangrande Ristorante & Enoteca

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Via Dietro Listone 19/D, Verona

An eclectic Italian regional and Mediterranean menu steps from Piazza Bra — reliably good cooking, pleasant service, and a well-curated wine list.

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Osteria del Bugiardo

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Corso Porta Borsari 17/A, Verona

A wine bar and bistro with a short Mediterranean-inspired menu of cheeses, cured meats, and small plates designed to accompany an impressive selection of natural and artisan wines.

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Pescheria I Masenini

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Piazzetta Pescheria 9/A, Verona

A fish-forward restaurant near Piazza delle Erbe specialising in fresh Adriatic seafood prepared with light Mediterranean simplicity — an excellent counterpoint to the meat-heavy local tradition.

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Ikai Sushi Teppanyaki

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Corso Porta Nuova 22/A, Verona

The first Japanese restaurant in the Veneto (est. 1999), steps from Piazza Bra. Sushi, sashimi, and teppanyaki in a refined setting — Verona's benchmark for Japanese cuisine.

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Punjab Grill & Bar

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Vicolo Volto Cittadella 18, Verona

An elegant Indian restaurant in the heart of the centro storico, with authentic curries, tandoori dishes, and biryani in a warm, themed setting. Good vegetarian options.

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Elefante Blu

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Piazza Corrubbio 36, Verona

A beloved family-run Indian and Ceylonese restaurant in the San Zeno quarter, open for over 20 years. The outdoor terrace on Piazza Corrubbio is one of Verona's hidden pleasures.

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SeangKan Thai

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Via Augusto Silvestrini 7/B, Verona

An authentic Thai restaurant in the Borgo Roma neighbourhood serving genuine Thai home cooking — curries, pad thai, and fragrant soups in a relaxed, unpretentious setting.

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Yume Ramen

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Via Sant'Antonio 4/A, Verona

A dedicated ramen bar in the centro storico serving rich Japanese broth-based soups — tonkotsu, shoyu, and miso — with fresh noodles and quality toppings. A welcome late-night option.

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