Hotel Piccola Mantova

Nestled among the Valpolicella hills, guests may settle into the cozy dining room with its fireplace, the charming veranda, or in fine weather the outdoor terrace. The warm hospitality ushers diners into the world of chef Renza Peretti, who celebrates local traditions while embracing modern inspiration. Noteworthy dishes include the Amarone-braised meat tortelli, duck terrine with puff pastry, and the passion fruit soufflé with vanilla ice cream. The wine list devotes many pages to the Verona region, with an impressively broad selection available by the glass.

Set in the enchanting Byblos Art Hotel, Amistà reflects the colourful, dreamlike world of the villa itself, where the historical and the contemporary coexist in natural harmony, inspired by the hotel's defining muse: art. The food reflects this same interplay between past and present, reinterpreting traditional recipes using creative approaches presented in two distinct tasting menus. Dishes can also be ordered à la carte. The wine list is particularly noteworthy, featuring over 1,500 labels and a remarkable selection of rare wines.

Run by the same family since 1976, this restaurant is accessed via a steep winding road and yet the many loyal guests who return here time and time again are proof that the journey is well worth the effort. Once here, the warm welcome offered by the whole family, the attractive dining room with a fireplace, and the delicious cuisine all add to the appeal. Showcasing substantial cuisine with a focus on local flavours (the winter menu featuring game dishes and mushrooms is extraordinary), the menu offers traditional dishes that appeal to the eyes and the palate. The equally superb wine list incl

The undoubted star of this restaurant is the Enbogonè tagliatelle – a pasta made entirely by hand and seasoned with a sauce made from borlotti beans, local extra - virgin olive oil and rosemary – although the menu features many other dishes. Simple, honest cuisine made mainly from carefully selected regional produce, accompanied by an excellent selection of local wines.

A welcoming inn nestled amid the last vineyards of Valpolicella and the first pasturelands of the lower Lessinia region, where a young chef serves cuisine with a focus on local ingredients and classic Italian recipes with a modern twist. In summer, the terrace offers a fresh, cool setting with extensive views. The barbecued meat is superb.

Situated within the La Collina dei Ciliegi wine estate amid the verdant Valpantena hills, this first-floor restaurant (lift available) is home to two chefs – he is from Calabria, while she is from Puglia. Together they create exciting, modern Mediterranean cuisine using ingredients from their native regions, including their signature dish – homemade spaghetti served with a delicious, well-balanced 'nduja, smoked ricotta and tomato ristretto sauce. Top-quality local ingredients take pride of place, as demonstrated by the Brogna mutton, which is raised on site, barbecued and served with an exqui

Whether you dine indoors, on the bright veranda or in the wine cellar with its barrels and wines produced by the estate, you’ll enjoy cuisine at this family-run restaurant which has gained a reputation in the region for its balance of meat and fish dishes. Excellent service and a pleasant setting in a rustic building surrounded by greenery.