Ristoro di Lamole — Restaurant in Greve in Chianti

Can't say enough about this restaurant. I've spent now close to two full weeks in Tuscany over two trips, and Risotro Di Lamole was exceptional even among a long list of excellent restaurants in the region.

The food was outstanding, and even though we went for dinner on a cloudy day the view is spectacular, the kind you will never forget. Just note that the prime tables are given based on how early you reserve, so call ahead as early as possible to make your reservation! We were seated outside with a view of the valley but on the row next to the table, and had booked about 5 days prior.

Not only was the food and view/atmosphere excellent, the staff was perfect. Friendly, courteous, just the right amount of attentiveness.

A quick story to illustrate why this place is special - I took my mother here, and she doesn't drink. So when I ordered a bottle of wine (all for me, mmm) our server laughed and said how lucky I was, and wished me luck with the work I had to do for the evening. When he saw that I finished it several hours later, he gave us a free bottle of the house white wine as a 'reward' for my accomplishment :-D. It's that kind of place, where they make a special gesture and go above and beyond even what an excellent restaurant would do.

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Welcome: Casual, authentic, friendly. Food: Exceptional! Decadent, authentic, varied. Perfectly small sized to try many things! Plated beautifully. Menu changes often with the seasons. I've never had the same meal twice. Drinks: Full bar and wine. Incredible selection plus their own. Vibe/ Ambiance: Upscale yet casual + approachable. Special yet relaxed. Sound Level: Low/Medium + manageable. It's a very quiet restaurant but occasionally with large parties that can get rowdy. Very low if any music. Breath taking views. Parking: Easy street parking. Healthy Food Options: Salads, veggies, small plates. Table + Chair Comfort: Great. Especially since I have only had 3 hour + meals here. Cost: Oddly inexpensive/ reasonable for the level of taste, amount of courses, quality, service, + ambience. For two people, with many courses (some shared), wine pairings, dessert between 100-300 euro - depending on meat/wine. Amazing! Overall Service: Casual yet perfectly attentive. Authentically friendly. Exceptional Moments: The food will blow your mind while the views will stop your heart. Expect and plan for a long and memorable meal. Would I Return? I have been three times in the last four years and come overtime I am in the area. YES! This is my personal review. Get more tips from me at Eat....

When you dream of Tuscany you dream of beautiful rolling hills, beautiful food, beautiful wine and beautiful people. It’s an ideal that would seem impossible to fulfill. Yet we found it in a spectacular restaurant high atop the hills of Tuscany. The ride is worth the trip. From the beauty of the Chianti region as it passes below you to the welcome you receive from the friendly staff, this is all you could ever want for a full Tuscan experience. The staff was so friendly and warm. The restaurant was full of local patrons and it was as if you were eating amongst family or friends. The food matched the perfection of the surroundings. The cavatelli with goat ragù special was delectable as was the house specialty red onion and fresh truffle panna cotta appetizer. My son and I shared an outstanding Florentine Bistecca which was cooked to perfection. We enjoyed a bottle of wine from the vineyard that was literally down the road. Every dish that we tasted was among the best we’ve had in Italy. No tourists. No standard selections. Just high quality, freshly prepared food. If I had to walk up the mountain to get to it, I would. Thank you for an...