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Italian restaurant in Certaldo, Metropolitan City of Florence
What should I order at Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo?
What to order
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Pasta with truffle
This dish is repeatedly praised for its delicious flavor and high quality, with multiple mentions including tagliolini with truffle, truffle pasta, and pasta with truffle and duck, highlighting the restaurant's fresh, local ingredients and exceptional preparation.
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Wild boar dishes
Wild boar is highlighted as a standout local specialty, with several reviews specifically recommending the wild boar ragu and expressing happiness at finding authentic wild boar preparations here.
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Steak
Steaks are noted as some of the best ever eaten, described as incredibly flavorful and perfectly cooked, making them a must-try item according to multiple guests.
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Tortellini (with ragu or butter/sage)
Tortellini dishes, including those served with wild boar ragu and butter/sage, are recommended for their homemade quality and excellent taste, often paired with other local ingredients like truffles.
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Tiramisu
The tiramisu is frequently described as heavenly and a perfect dessert choice, praised for its authentic and delightful flavor.
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Beef tartare with truffles
This dish is mentioned as a highlight by guests who enjoyed its fresh, high-quality ingredients and the addition of truffles, enhancing the flavor experience.
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Grandmother's cake
Recommended as a wonderful dessert option, this cake is noted for its excellent taste and traditional qualities, contributing to the overall authentic dining experience.
Details
Location
Via di Tavolese, 147, Certaldo, Metropolitan City of Florence, 50052, IT
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
About Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo
Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo is an Italian restaurant and wedding venue in Certaldo, in the Metropolitan City of Florence. It serves Tuscan cuisine with a strong focus on truffle dishes, Fiorentina steak, homemade pasta, and zero-kilometer products. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, especially the truffle pasta, wild boar dishes, steaks, desserts, and the attentive service. The setting by the lake, with outdoor and rooftop seating, is also mentioned often.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo known for?
It is best known for Tuscan dishes built around truffle, homemade pasta, and Fiorentina steak, with reviewers also calling out wild boar and local, organic ingredients. The lake setting and outdoor seating are part of the appeal, especially for people looking for a scenic meal in Certaldo.
What dishes are most recommended at Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo?
Reviewers most often recommend tagliolini with truffle, butter and sage tortellini, tortellini with ragù from wild boar, spaghetti with pesto, beef tartare with truffles, and tiramisu. Other dishes that get repeated praise include ravioli, rabbit, steaks, and the grandmother’s cake.
What is the atmosphere like at Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, romantic, and trendy, with a terrace and rooftop seating overlooking the lake. It seems to suit couples, groups, and solo diners, and several reviews mention it as a comfortable place to relax outdoors.
Is Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €40–50, and reviewers say the price-performance ratio is good for the quality of the food and wine. People mention fresh local ingredients, generous service, and memorable dishes, which makes the mid-range price feel justified.
Do you need a reservation at Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo?
Yes, reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner. That matters because the restaurant is popular with groups and tourists, and the lakefront terrace and outdoor areas are a draw.
Is parking available at Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo have vegetarian options?
Yes, Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo offers vegetarian options.
Is Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo kid-friendly?
Yes, Ristorante La Capannina sul Lago Certaldo is good for kids.
