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Italian restaurant in San Gimignano, Province of Siena
What should I order at Osteria San Giovanni?
What to order
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Pear and Pecorino Fagottini
Recommended multiple times for its perfect balance between savory and sweet, with interesting cheese and pear combinations that guests found exceptional.
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Salmon Tartare
Highly praised for its exceptional taste, consistently recommended by multiple reviewers as a standout dish.
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Beef Tartare
Frequently recommended and enjoyed for its quality and flavor, making it a favorite among diners.
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Saffron Ravioli
Recommended for its delicious and unique taste, often mentioned alongside other outstanding pasta dishes.
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Carbonara
Described as authentic and absolutely delicious, making it a must-try pasta dish at the restaurant.
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Ossobuco
Praised for its excellent preparation and flavor, highly recommended by guests who returned for more.
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Truffle Pasta
Mentioned as very tasty and highly recommended, appreciated for its rich flavor.
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Pici Cacio e Pepe
Described as delicious and a great representation of local cuisine, recommended by guests.
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Tiramisu
Recommended as a creamy and sweet dessert, leaving a positive impression on diners.
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Mango Semifreddo
Highly recommended by staff with enthusiasm, noted for being a delightful and memorable dessert.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
About Osteria San Giovanni
Osteria San Giovanni is an Italian restaurant in San Gimignano, Province of Siena, serving Tuscan cuisine with lunch and dinner service. Reviewers consistently praise the tartare, wild boar, pici, and Florentine steak, along with generous portions, friendly service, and a good wine list. The setting is described as casual, cozy, historic, and quiet, with outdoor seating and a location in the center of San Gimignano. The price range is €20–40, and guests often note that it offers strong value for the quality.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
Crowd
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Osteria San Giovanni known for?
It is especially known for Tuscan dishes like wild boar, tartare, pici, and Florentine steak, with reviewers repeatedly calling out the beef tartare and local pasta as standouts. People also mention generous portions and a strong wine list, which helps the meal feel like good value for the €20–40 range.
What dishes are most recommended at Osteria San Giovanni?
Reviewers most often recommend the beef tartare, salmon tartare, pici, pear and pecorino fagottini, and the Florentine steak or fiorentina T-bone. Other frequently praised dishes include carbonara, ossobuco, saffron ravioli, rabbit, and tiramisu, with several comments saying the kitchen handles both pasta and meat very well.
What is the atmosphere like at Osteria San Giovanni?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, historic, and quiet, with outdoor seating that lets diners watch the streets of San Gimignano. It seems to suit couples, solo diners, and small groups who want a relaxed meal in the center of town rather than a loud dining room.
Is Osteria San Giovanni good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is €20–40, and multiple reviews say the food is not very expensive for the quality. Guests mention generous portions, well-prepared dishes, and wine that pairs well with the meal, which makes it feel like solid value in San Gimignano.
Do you need a reservation at Osteria San Giovanni?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations, which is useful because it is in the center of San Gimignano and draws tourists. Reviewers also mention quick service for Italian standards, so booking ahead can help you get in smoothly at peak dinner times.
Is parking available at Osteria San Giovanni?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
