Think of this as your little black book to the best restaurants in Turin, Italy. I’ll keep adding to this post as I discover more great Torino restaurants, so bookmark it for your next trip! If you have any hot tips on the best Turin restaurants, cafes or bars, leave a comment for me!
What is Torinese food?
Before launching into this guide of the best places to eat in Turin, let’s talk a little bit about what you can expect to eat here. Traditionally, Piemontese food is quite rich (think all the butter, eggs and cheese here) and can often be meat heavy (vitello tonnato, braised beef, agnolotti filled with meat). If you want to know a little more detail on what you can expect to eat here, take a read of my article on the best Turin food. There are a good range of both traditional Turin restaurants as well as establishments that offer a more modern spin on the Piemontese cuisine. Whilst you can absolutely get a great pizza in town, delicious dumplings, and even sushi, I’m going to keep this guide focused on the traditional cuisine. I’m a big advocate for trying the local food of the place you’re visiting when you’re in Italy – it’s exciting, fun and always tastes the best out of anything else you’ll find in town.
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5 Best Restaurants in Turin
1. Osteria Antiche Serre
My most favourite restaurant in Turin. It feels like a warm hug, so relaxing, so inviting and so delicious. The best part is that it’s full of locals thanks to being way out of the city centre. This can also be a downside if you’re a tourist and don’t have a car, but trust me, it’s so worth visiting! This fantastic Osteria is nestled on a residential street that’s off a main road so you could easily miss it. However, it’s well known by locals so make sure to book a few weeks in advance because it’s very popular!
What to order at Antiche Serre?
Literally anything and everything, it’s all delicious! However, in particular the antipasti are the stars here. Try an antipasto misto for a bit of a taste of everything- scrumptious vitello tonnato, tomini cheese (a small toma) with a chilli sauce on top, marinated anchovies with salsa verde, and of course the classic insalata russa. For first course, I love their traditional agnolotti with roast beef sauce (which is even more tasty than it sounds!). Don’t miss dessert either – try something classic like bunet (chocolate flan Piemontese style), panna cotta or their luscious zabajone with Piemontese biscuits.
Highlights of Antiche Serre:
- Beautiful outdoor dining area where you eat under the vines in the summertime
- Traditional, authentic Piemontese food
- Handwritten menu
- Great wine list
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Informal, local vibe
Antiche Serre Website
2. Consorzio
Another favourite best restaurant in Turin is undoubtedly Consorzio. I first found out about this restaurant back when I was working at Cascina Iuli during the vendemmia. Summer & Fabrizio are friends with the owner and spoke so highly of this restaurant that I knew I had to try it, and then my friend Sig worked there for a brief period whilst she was living in Piedmont. It’s definitely high-end, and a totally different vibe to Antiche Serre. It’s modern, emphasises lesser used cuts of meat and is renowned for its focus on natural wines. This is one of my favourite places to dine for a really special occasion.
What to order at Consorzio?
The tasting menu is excellent value at only 39euros per person! Otherwise, start with the ‘tris of anchovies’ (if you haven’t already caught on, I’m an anchovy fiend!), and the animelle (sweetbreads). Move onto a bowl of agnolotti gobbi, or the ravioli di finanziera (a classic dish from Le Langhe reimagined). And finish off with a delicious panna cotta- after all this famous Italian dessert originated in Piedmont!
Highlights of Consorzio:
- Incredible wine list with a focus on organic, low intervention wines
- Nose to tail butchery
- Modern twist on classic Piemontese dishes
- Sophisticated, high-end restaurant
- Romantic setting
3. Bon Parej
The name of this cute restaurant is in Piemontese dialect and means ‘good like that’. I love this restaurant in Turin because it’s a good mix of traditional and modern dishes, is reasonably priced, and is really easy to reach thanks to being in the city centre.
What to order at Bon Parej?
Start with some seasonal appetisers- if you’re there in Spring, the asparagus and eggs are delicious! Try the plin al sugo di arrosto (typical agnolotti with roast beef sauce), or a risotto with sausage and red wine which is also typical of the region. For main course, we love the ‘guancia di vitello’ which is the cheek of the veal and incredibly soft and luscious. End with the zabajone- it’s my favourite at Bon Parej!
Highlights of Bon Parej:
- Moderate prices
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Mix of traditional and modern dishes
4. Le Vitel Etonné
If the name of this restaurant doesn’t give itself away already, let me tell you more. This is THE place to try the Piemontese speciality ‘vitello tonnato’. This restaurant literally specialises in this dish and it is everything it’s hyped up to be and more. They use the highest quality raw materials in the preparation of all of their dishes and it really shows.
What to order at Le Vitel Etonné?
Besides vitello tonnato (trust me, you’ll love it), there are many delicious dishes to enjoy here. The menu changes daily based on what’s available, but they always have the classic Piemontese tajarin available. There is an excellent selection of main courses including snails, rabbit, and if you’re feeling extra hungry the stinco di vitello braised in Nebbiolo wine.
Highlights of Le Vitel Etonné:
- Best vitello tonnato in town
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Wide variety of dishes on menu
5. Porta di Savona
What to eat at one of the oldest restaurants in Turin? Porta di Savona has been running since 1863 and is now part of the prestigious ‘Locali Storici d’Italia’. Sure it’s somewhat touristy given its reputation, plus the fact that it’s in one of the main piazze in Turin (Piazza Vittorio Veneto, which is beautiful by the way) but the quality of the food is still great. Dine here to experience a part of the city’s history and eat outside weather permitting to enjoy the marvellous view.
What to order at Porta di Savona?
A typical dish you’ve yet to try is the fritto misto. Essentially, it’s an antipasto, primo and dessert all-in-one. It translates as ‘mixed fry’ and is a mix of vegetables, meat, fruit, and polenta totally fried. If there’s anywhere to try this, do it here! In my opinion, the agnolotti are not a hit here and you can get better at the other Turin restaurants in this guide.
Highlights of Porta di Savona:
- Super central location
- One of the oldest restaurants in Turin
- Beautiful outdoor seating in Piazza Vittorio Veneto
Food Tour in Turin
Looking to join a tour with a local for the day in Turin to discover more of the food? Try this 4 hour foodie walking tour in the city to discover some of the cuisine with a food loving local.
Bars in Turin
When it comes to my favourite bars, here’s a short list to try:
- Aperitivo or after dinner drinks at Enoteca Botz in Santa Giulia – great natural wine selection, young 20s-30s crowd.
- Farmacia del Cambio for a sophisticated (and more expensive) aperitivo in the beautiful Piazza di Risorgimento
- Cafe Mulassano for vermouth and tramezzini for the traditional Torinese experience
Best bakeries in Turin
- Perino Vesco in the city centre if you’re a sourdough lover. It’s phenomenal and they make the tastiest focaccia slices.
- Panificio Avetta is my local in San Donato and also make excellent bread, pizza slices, and cakes.
Best Cafes in Turin
- Caffe Clarissa in Piazza Vittorio Veneto for tea and delicious cakes. Try the apricot tart.
- Olsen Sala di Te in the Quadrilatero for an enormous range of teas and delicious cakes and savoury tarts
- Tisaneria della Consolata: Little tea room with cakes in the Quadrilatero
Visit Piedmont with me!
Want to visit Turin with a local? Join our Untold Italy Piedmont tour in Spring or Fall in 2023, 2024 or even 2025. We’ll show you Piedmont from a local’s perspective, getting off the beaten track and taking you to all the best places. We spend 2 nights in Turin and 2 nights in Le Langhe eating, drinking and exploring our way around. Find out more now!
Inspired to make your restaurant bookings at some of the best Turin restaurants now? Do let me know if you visit any or discover any of your own favourites! If you liked this, take a read of how to spend 48 hours in Turin and the best things to do in Turin. Not convinced? Here are 7 reasons why Turin is worth visiting. Or why not listen to my Piedmont travel podcast.
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