La Ripa Bianca — Restaurant in Peccioli

Beautiful agriturismo restaurant with a creative menu and gracious service. Our party of 4 had a reservation starting later in the evening, and we were very warmly welcomed into a lovely stone-walled dining room. The staff was engaging, patient with our attempts to use Italian to order, and kindly accommodated menu changes for one vegetarian party member. The menu was full of traditional dishes made with unique touches in the ingredients or preparation that set them apart from other restaurants we have visited across Tuscany and Rome - and our waitress was able to tell us what was special about those ingredients so we could appreciatethe food even more! For dessert and after-dinner drinks, our waitress even gave us a primer on thr history and flavors of Grappe, which we were trying for the first time, and loved!...

The pici and the excellent wine were definite highlights of the meal, showcasing the kitchen’s potential. However, the rest of the dishes fell short of expectations. The tagliata, ordered ‘al sangue,’ was unfortunately overcooked and made with meat that could have been of better quality. The pork filet was similarly overcooked, resulting in a very dry texture, and the fried meat lacked the crispness one would hope for. The service was attentive and friendly, but the tables were arranged quite closely, which made the dining experience a bit...

The only reason I give 5 stars is because 10 is not an option. What a fantastic restaurant! Even though they weren't open, we were welcomed and served as if we were priviledged guests. The hostess almost felt like an old friend, she was so lovely and friendly. The food was amazing, fine dining at its best with delicious Tuscan food. We enjoyed a bottle of their red wine which was smooth and slightly tart. I can't say enough good things about this restaurant. We plan to return on our next trip and will definitely stay at their...