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Osteria La Sosta di Violante

Via di Pantaneto 115, 53100 Siena, Italy
0577 43774‎
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Ranked #21 of 196 restaurants in Siena
4.5 of 5 stars 59 Reviews
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Chicago, Illinois
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2011

We had actually to wait too long, like 15 minutes before the waiter came bring us the menus. The food was fine,not the best one we tried in Siena.

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Miami Beach, Florida
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011

I had the "tuscan steak" there in Dec 2009 amazing! Will go back there again for sure!! + free wi-fi! :)

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Guildford
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2011

Tonight we discovered this lovely restaurant of the road from Piazza del Campo The antipasto was great a selection of different starters from Siena Our primo piatto, the Picci with traditional ragu was one of the best pasta dishes I ever had Finally the tagliata was mouthwatering Thank you very much for the lovely evening

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Glenside, Pennsylvania
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 October 2011

We stopped here on the recommendation of our B&B (Palazzo Bruchi--almost next door) after arriving in Siena in the evening. Though this was the first of many wonderful meals we had over the next two weeks, it stands out in my mind for quality, value, and atmosphere. Our server (owner?) was gracious and helpful. There was a good crowd on... More

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Siena, Italy
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2011

The food here is good, but it's not as good as we hoped it would be, based on the reviews. The fried mozzarella balls with carmelized onions sound better than they were. The mozzarella balls weren't hot enough and they were served with a cloyingly sweet onion jam. The pici al ragu was really good and meaty. The lasagnette with... More

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Scotland
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 August 2011

Very small place, we ate at one of the tables out in the street. Friendly waiter. Nice bottle of Montepulciano at 14 euros. Wife's fried chicken was nice (but unexceptional) however my grilled lamb was fantastic. Juicy, tender and with nice caramelised bits - delicious. Strongly recommend you try the grilled meats here

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California
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2011

This rather out-of-the-way place is worth a detour, for sure. The staff is very helpful and attentive; the table wine is great; the food is carefully prepared. I had the fried chicken with mayonnaise-garlic sauce; my wife had crostata di verdure--greens wrapped in a fine crust. Both were very good. The dolci (desserts) were exceptional--panne cotta and tiramisu. I would... More

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Bern, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2011

I was there with my wife and everything was excellent: wine, starters, pasta, meat and dessert. Also the price was really OK, especially considering the quality of the food we had. We spent 40 Euro each without missing any course.They have also a good wine selection and friendly staff in the center of Siena. Highly recommended.

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Auckland, New Zealand
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2011

If you are staying near here, it is a definitely worth going to - it is situated away from the Campo towards the Porta Romana entrance. We sat outside on the cobbled street as it was a lovely warm evening. The food is very good, prices reasonable and we had helpful and friendly service.

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Portland, Oregon
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2011

Amazing... Came here at the suggestion of our inn keeper, and it was wonderful. We actually came for lunch and had salad, lasanga and an amazing steak cut (pictures coming). The beef wtih "aeromatic herbs" was the best thing we had in Italy. Not only was the food amazing, but the price was unbeatable... But I guess thats what happens... More

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