Bistrot Del Duca — Restaurant in Città della Pieve

Nestled in the charming medieval streets of Città della Pieve, Bistrot del Duca is a true hidden gem where passion for food meets warm hospitality. Chef and owner Christian delivered an unforgettable lunch experience, combining fresh, local ingredients with a creative and refined touch. His wine recommendation was also spot on.

Our meal began with a delicious hummus made from locally produced fagioli beans and chickpeas, both earthy and flavourful, setting the stage for what was to come. The saffron infused risotto with taleggio was perfectly balanced—rich and creamy, yet lifted by the delicate floral notes of the saffron. The egg tagliatelle with green fava beans, zucchini, and pecorino was a celebration of spring, with the freshness of the vegetables complemented by the sharp, salty bite of the cheese.

For dessert, the licorice and vanilla panna cotta was a standout. The unexpected yet harmonious blend of flavours made for a sophisticated and satisfying finale.

Beyond the exquisite food, what makes Bistrot del Duca truly special is Christian’s warm and engaging presence. His passion for his craft is evident in every dish, and his hospitality makes you feel like a welcomed guest rather than just a diner.

If you find yourself in Città della Pieve, Bistrot del Duca is a must-visit—a place where flavors tell a story and every meal feels like a...

I am actually giving 5 stars even though we sent some food back because the service was outstanding and the rest of the food was really delicious. We enjoyed starters of hummus and beef tartare which were delicious. For mains we ordered ravioli, risotto and truffle pasta. Unfortunately the truffle pasta was tasteless and had the texture of dirt - addition of crushed walnuts?? Anyway as all 3 of us who had ordered this really weren't enjoying it I called the waitress over and she was amazing. She immediately asked what we would like instead and we were advised by the rest of the table to go for the saffron risotto because it was so good. They weren't wrong. One of the best risotto we've ever had. Two of us also shared a tiramisu which they loved. So despite sending food back, because everything else was so wonderful and because of the incredible service I would highly recommend this restaurant, and especially the risotto! Also good vegetarian options for my...

We were having a glass of wine in a lovely little town called castiglione di lago when we noticed a bunch of young men next to us speaking English. We asked where they were from and they shared that they were students at university of Colorado, which is where we are from! They were visiting one of the kids’ grandma, our new best friend Nancy! We bonded instantly with her and she told us about this little restaurant in a town we’d never heard of - Citta de la Pieve. She pulled out her cell phone and called the chef/owner, Christian, and told him that we would be there for lunch the next day. The place is TINY and he had no staff there, so he poured us some wine and cooked for us while we marveled at our good fortune. We did not order from a menu - he just brought us saffron risotto, wild boar ragu, some other yummy stuff, and a special house-made made biscotti that doesn’t break your teeth. And of course he paired the wines perfectly. One of the highlights...