il Locale di Guido — Restaurant in Siena

A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Siena – A Must-Visit!

From the moment you step into Il Locale di Guido, you know you're in for something special. Tucked away in the charming streets of Siena, this restaurant offers not just a meal, but a truly memorable experience.

The ambiance is warm and welcoming, perfectly blending rustic Tuscan charm with a refined touch. The staff are incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do – you feel like an honored guest, not just another table.

As for the food? Absolutely outstanding. Every dish is a celebration of local flavors, beautifully presented and full of depth. The pasta was perfectly al dente, the meat tender and flavorful, and the wine pairing? Spot on. You can tell that only top-quality, fresh ingredients are used, and each plate feels carefully crafted.

Whether you're a foodie or just someone who appreciates good, honest cooking done with care and creativity, Il Locale di Guido is a must. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back the next day – and bring friends.

Five stars aren’t enough. Bravo to Brenda and the...

I'm sorry to say we did not enjoy our evening at Il Locale di Guido. I don't often write bad reviews, but I just can't understand all the good reviews on here because they do not reflect the experience we had at all. Starting with the online menu and the plastic outside furniture the whole place had the feeling of a campsite restaurant. We did not feel very welcome, apart from one slightly older lady who was very friendly. There were strings of pasta hanging off several plates that were carried past our table and some of the ham on our Tuscan starter was stuck to the plate, so we couldn't even get it off. The bruschetta seemed to have been left in the oven too long, so most of the toppings were dried out. Having said that, my...

Ok place to go if you're staying at the nearby hotel and want to go eat somewhere close by. The starters were so-so with a cheese and ham plate that had only two thinly sliced pieces of cheese. The ham did not taste too good either. Salad was not fresh and consisted of mainly tired looking lettuce and two pieces of soft tomatoes. Mains were better - beef steaks were really good, but the pork steaks were pretty dry. The veal pasta and gnocchi were good. The sides we ordered-baked potatoes, fries and mashed potatoes - were pretty nice. Servers were nice and helpful. All in all...