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Tuscan restaurant in San Gimignano, Province of Siena
What should I order at Ristorante La Stella?
What to order
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Cacio E Pepe
Recommended multiple times for being especially delicious, with reviewers praising the perfectly cooked pasta, spicy pepper crunch, and rich cheese flavor.
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Florentine Steak
Mentioned as amazing and delicious, with reviews highlighting it as a standout meat dish and part of an excellent food experience.
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Wild Boar Pasta
Praised repeatedly for its rich flavor, including mentions of pappardelle with wild boar sauce and wild boar pasta being fantastic and flavorful.
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Chocolate Pie Dessert
Recommended for its rich chocolate lava cake-like texture, served with berries and vanilla ice cream, and described as a memorable dessert.
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Chocolate Cake
Called divine and memorable, this dessert was singled out as one of the best parts of the meal.
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Tiramisu
Highly recommended because it was described as out of this world, making it a standout dessert choice.
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Pizza
Praised as magical and melt-in-your-mouth, making it a memorable and strongly recommended dish.
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Seafood Gnocchi
Mentioned as very tasty, with reviewers enjoying it as part of an excellent meal.
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Steak With Rocket And Parmesan
Recommended as part of a shared meal and described as excellent, with strong praise for the overall food quality.
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Wild Boar Stew
Described as perfection and one of the most memorable dishes of the trip, making it a standout recommendation.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 9 PM |
About Ristorante La Stella
Ristorante La Stella is a Tuscan and Italian restaurant in San Gimignano, Province of Siena, with a menu centered on pasta, steak, and meat dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the wild boar pasta and stew, pici, cacio e pepe, Florentine steak, and desserts like chocolate pie or chocolate cake. It is described as a casual, cozy, historic place with outdoor seating, a wine bar, and table service. Guests also note that it sits just below the Duomo, outside the main square, where prices are better than in the busiest tourist area.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Ristorante La Stella known for?
It is especially known for wild boar dishes, including wild boar pasta, wild boar stew, and pici with wild boar sauce. Reviewers also repeatedly mention cacio e pepe and Florentine steak as standout plates, with many saying the food feels like good value for San Gimignano.
What dishes are most recommended at Ristorante La Stella?
The most frequently recommended dishes are pici, wild boar pasta or stew, cacio e pepe, and Florentine steak. Reviewers also call out seafood gnocchi, pici with rabbit, saffron gnocchi, and the chocolate pie or chocolate cake for dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at Ristorante La Stella?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, historic, quiet, and romantic, with outdoor seating and a view of a busy street. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners, and several reviews mention it feels relaxing, especially in the evening when the city is quieter.
Is Ristorante La Stella good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €20–30, and reviewers often say the prices are better because the restaurant is just below the Duomo and outside the main square. Multiple comments describe the food as good value, with fair prices, generous service, and no tourist-trap pricing.
When is the best time to visit Ristorante La Stella?
Lunch can be busy, with one review noting the place was full, so reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner. Several diners suggest coming at night after the day tourists leave, when San Gimignano is quieter and the experience feels more relaxed.
Is parking available at Ristorante La Stella?
Yes. Paid street parking is available.
Is Ristorante La Stella kid-friendly?
Yes, Ristorante La Stella is good for kids.
