Nestled in the vibrant heart of Siena’s historic center, just steps from Piazza del Campo, Osteria La Sosta di Violante stands out for its authentic charm and rigorously seasonal Tuscan cuisine. Housed in an 18th-century building, it offers an intimate and elegant atmosphere, with two interior dining rooms featuring arched vaults and beams, capable of seating around thirty people. In the milder months, the lively Via Pantaneto comes alive with approximately 40 outdoor seats, perfect for enjoying the Sienese atmosphere in a casual and convivial setting.
Atmosphere and Service
The atmosphere is warm and relaxed, perfect for an informal yet refined dinner. The warm, well-worn furnishings, combined with the soft music, create a comfortable and familiar atmosphere. (Rick Steves Travel Forum) Customers appreciate both the hospitality and the quality of the dishes, considered “excellent” – from the pecorino gnocco and risotto with local sausage, to the delicate lasagna and succulent grilled steaks, carefully prepared from the moment you choose them at the table.
La Sosta di Violante offers a menu that changes with the seasons, showcasing the freshness and excellence of the ingredients. Chef Duccio—the restaurant’s creative soul—oversees every detail of the cuisine, ranging from the famous pici pasta with hand-sliced capocollo ragù, Florentine steak, chicken al mattone, and sliced steak, alongside more sophisticated dishes like Florentine steak tartare or semolina fritters with pear cream. Desserts are also homemade, complemented by a generous wine list of 60-70 labels, mostly Tuscan.
Strength
The osteria’s identity is authentic, rooted in the local area and tradition. While remaining faithful to traditional cuisine, Chef Duccio’s creativity constantly enriches its character. This fusion of authenticity and innovation wins over Sienese residents and visitors alike.
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La Sosta di Violante
ECCELLENTE In base a 2625 recensioni David Battistel2025-09-05Trustindex verifica che la fonte originale della recensione sia Google. Carne buonissima. La fiorentina era veramente buono. Servizio veloce, consigliato per una tappa a Siena J MG2025-09-05Trustindex verifica che la fonte originale della recensione sia Google. Yesterday we reserved a table at Osteria La Sosta di Violante. Everything worked out well, and although we arrived a bit earlier than planned, we were seated within 15 minutes. We started with the eggplant puff pastry, which was well seasoned and quite delicious. For the mains, we had the eggplant pasta and the steak strips. While the steak strips were very good and well prepared, the pasta was rather disappointing – it lacked seasoning and was swimming in oil, which made it heavy and unbalanced. To accompany the meal, we ordered a bottle of Chianti Classico, which was enjoyable and paired nicely with the food. For dessert, we tried the cannoli and tiramisu. Unfortunately, neither lived up to expectations: the mascarpone cream was runny, lacked flavor, and didn’t taste particularly fresh. The cannoli suffered from the same issues. A further downside was the restrooms, which were in poor condition and clearly not cleaned regularly. Overall, the experience was underwhelming. Aside from a couple of decent dishes, the food did not justify the reputation of the place. In our opinion, you can easily find the same dishes elsewhere in Siena with far better flavor and quality. We wouldn’t return. Amaia2025-09-04Trustindex verifica che la fonte originale della recensione sia Google. The food was good overall. We started with the caprese salad, which was fine but nothing special. The torretta di melanzane was really tasty, and the vegetable soufflé (not sure of the exact Italian name) had great flavor. We also tried the lasagna, which was very good. As a nice touch, they bring a basket of bread at the beginning, and we ordered a bottle of wine – prices across the menu were very reasonable. For dessert, the tiramisu was a bit disappointing since it barely tasted of coffee (the ladyfingers didn’t seem soaked), and the apple strudel was just average – more dough than apple flavor. The setting is nice, but if you sit outside, be prepared for traffic and some noise as cars constantly pass by. Also, fun fact: the street is slightly slanted, and since I was sitting with my back facing “downhill,” I ended up doing some core work the whole meal to keep from sliding back. A workout and lunch in one! 😅 Gabriele Lambrughi2025-09-02Trustindex verifica che la fonte originale della recensione sia Google. Pranzo veramente ottimo, abbiamo scelto di dividere una Fiorentina ed è stata una scelta azzeccata, carne veramente buona! Prezzo buono e personale gentile, consigliato! Álvaro ZDLR2025-09-01Trustindex verifica che la fonte originale della recensione sia Google. Durante el año que viví en Siena fue una de las osterias más buenas que probé. Me enamoré de la Lasagna a la Violante. No sé si seguirá en carta, pero todo lo que probamos estaba buenísimo. Hace algunos años volví de nuevo y seguía manteniendo su esencia. Un sitio donde acudir a probar siempre ! lorenzo filippazzi2025-09-01Trustindex verifica che la fonte originale della recensione sia Google. Cibo buono, porzioni abbondanti, personale cordiale e prezzi super onesti Alberto Dini2025-08-30Trustindex verifica che la fonte originale della recensione sia Google. Ottima osteria nel centro di siena. Cucina sienese , buoni i paccheri e delizioso il "tonno" di coniglio. Vasta scelta di vini locali sia al calice che bottiglie. Servizio cordiale e rapido . Unico bagno ma pulito. Postisia all'interno cheall'esterno sulla strada. Consigliato prenotare Cristina Iliescu2025-08-28Trustindex verifica che la fonte originale della recensione sia Google. It's an amaizing place! The first day we had the luck to find one last free table, but the next day we made a reservation. The food is incredible. We had pasta, beef and every thing was incredible. Everyone who comes to Siena should eat here. The staff is very friendly and helpfull. We loved it.