The best Italian pizzerias and restaurants Modena

Located 50 m from the Duomo, this trattoria is one of the references of the local cuisine. It is a good place to eat in an informal atmosphere. The menu changes very regularly, almost every month, but keeps the basics like tortellini, fresh pasta and homemade desserts. Chocolate mousse is a staple of the house. Various meat dishes are offered such as pork chops, lamb, rabbit and tender beef.

Located in Piazza Grande in the heart of the historic centre, this sign is frequented at all hours of the day. The large lunch buffet attracts people for the quality and variety of its dishes; ideal for tasting some local specialities (cold cuts, tortelloni, pizzas, desserts, etc.). At aperitivo time, you sip your drink accompanied by good things to nibble on the large terrace facing the cathedral's chevet. Sunday brunch is gargantuan. A sure value, to satisfy all desires at any time.

This restaurant, located in the historic heart of Modena, near the main square next to the Duomo, is very popular with tourists and locals alike, both in summer and winter. Two cozy rooms - one is more dedicated to groups - are decorated with Parma hams hanging from the ceiling, bottles of red wine (with its name "golden grape", we suspected), and green plants. The Emilian cuisine offered is composed mainly of homemade pasta served in cassolettes. The tiramisu is to die for, as well as the other desserts on display.

Under the arcades of the medieval via Sant'Eufemia, this pleasant place is always full! Delicious cakes for breakfast or snack, daily specials, salads and homemade pasta for lunch, generous platters of cold meats and cheeses at any time of the day, homemade beers and local and national wines, the establishment welcomes gourmets, epicureans and strollers of all kinds, from morning to evening. A very busy place, a cordial atmosphere. Aperitivo between 19h and 20h, with good little snacks to accompany your drink.

Here, you will not be served a pizza, but a pinsa, which differs from its cousin by its dough composed of a mixture of three flours, which makes it particularly digestible. Alongside the classic side dishes (margherita, marinara), you can indulge in a gourmet pinsa, with parmesan cheese, mortadella and a drizzle of balsamic. And if there are several of us, why not order an assortment to share? An economical and unpretentious address in a relaxed setting, facing the Palazzo Ducale.