Verona

3 real restaurants, cafés, bars, markets and food experiences, from inexpensive to special occasion.

3 places to eat and drink in Verona

A risotto (illustrative photo)
Illustrative photo

Osteria Sottoriva

Restaurant · Via Sottoriva

££ Mid-range

A classic Veronese osteria under the arcades, serving local dishes and wines in a cosy room.

Known for: Risotto all’Amarone, pasta, local wines

About £16–30 per person

Local favourite Good for Families · Groups

A glass of wine at a wine bar (illustrative photo)
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Antica Bottega del Vino

Restaurant · Old Town

£££ Higher-end

A historic wine tavern with one of Italy’s best wine lists and traditional Veronese cooking.

Known for: Amarone wines and regional dishes

About £30–55 per person

Local favouriteSpecial occasion Good for Couples · Groups

A plate of pasta (illustrative photo)
Illustrative photo

Trattoria al Pompiere

Restaurant · Old Town

££ Mid-range

A beloved trattoria known for its platters of cured meats and cheese and local dishes.

Known for: Salumi and cheese platters

About £16–30 per person

Local favourite Good for Families · Groups

£ to ££££ is an approximate guide to price level and the per-person range is an estimate, not live pricing. “Good for” is a rule of thumb. Opening times and menus change: check with the venue before you go.

Local dishes to try in Verona 3
  • Risotto all’Amarone

    Creamy rice made with the region’s rich red wine

  • Pastissada de caval

    A slow-cooked stew, the traditional Veronese dish

  • Pandoro

    A star-shaped sweet bread invented in Verona

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