Where to eat in the Colli Bolognesi. The best restaurants

For the locals, the Colli Bolognesi are a classic destination for out-of-town trips, but they are also worth coming to from other parts of Italy, thanks to their proximity to the A1 motorway. In addition to its artistic and scenic beauty, the Colli Bolognesi boast a wealth of traditional recipes and typical products, in autumn think game, mushrooms and truffles, and then chestnuts, salami, cheese and other goodies. Here is a selection of the best addresses

Where to eat in Casalecchio di Reno

Tramvia

Restaurant. A historic inn with rooms and flats for sleeping, a soberly elegant interior with wood and stone on the walls, and tables in the garden. The culinary proposal, well presented, travels along the tracks of the earth, with dishes inspired by territory and tradition, and of the sea, with preparations that do not lack touches of flair. Strong points of the menu are the cured meats, tagliatelle al ragù and cotoletta alla Bolognese. Homemade breads and desserts. There is good drinking, including Champagne.

Tramvia – via G. Marconi, 31 – 051 575044 – tramvia.it

Where to eat in Monte San Pietro

Osteria Nuova del Pilastrino

Trattoria. Maison bread made with flour from ancient grains and naturally leavened for a long time, tigelle (flatbreads), hand-rolled filled and non-filled pasta, homemade desserts, and passionately researched products especially from local artisans. These are the foundations on which the gastronomic offerings of this cosy restaurant are based, where you can breathe an air of home and conviviality. The protagonists of the menu include cured meats, mushrooms, truffles, and properly cooked meats. Signature dishes include passatelli with truffles and rabbit in porchetta.

Osteria Nuova del Pilastrino – via Lavino, 449/A – 051 6759043 – osteriadelpilastrino.it

Where to eat in Valsamoggia

Da Amerigo 1934

Restaurant. A safe and effective cuisine, based on a maniacal choice of raw materials, respectful of the season, with particular attention in the truffle and mushroom season, capable of satisfying a varied public. Thanks to the owner, Alberto Bettini, an ideal and competent host. You can eat in one of the differently furnished indoor dining rooms or, in summer, in the outdoor seating area. The wine selection is extensive and interesting. Gourmet purchases at La Bottega, comfortable rooms and a fantastic breakfast.

Da Amerigo 1934 – località Savigno via G. Marconi, 14 – 051 6708326 – amerigo1934.com

Irina

Trattoria and Pizzeria. Irina Steccanella is the creator of an entirely personal interpretation of Emilian cuisine, made up of great ingredients from the surrounding area. At lunchtime the offer includes excellent traditional dishes, in the evening the pizzeria is the scene. Irina's happy hand with leavened products is immediately noticeable, from the breads to the tasty tigelle. Grilled Tosone, tortellini in Parmigiano cream and Bolognese-style cutlet provide plenty of satisfaction. In season, dishes with mushrooms and truffles. Cellar with interesting labels.

Irina – località Savigno via G. Marconi, 39 – 345 1608382 – Facebook 

Lina

Trattoria. The same family-run management has been maintained from generation to generation since 1956, guaranteeing the quality and authenticity of the menu, which is based above all on typical local products. Seated in rustically furnished rooms, or on the outdoor veranda, you can enjoy fresh pasta with mushrooms and truffles, lasagne, tortellini, tartare and sliced beef (if desired enriched with truffle shavings), game with polenta and simple homemade desserts such as trifle and mascarpone cream.

Lina – località Savigno via Samoggia, 2109 – 051 6708025 – trattorialina.it

Ca’ Lunati

Agriturismo. In a beautiful panoramic position, surrounded by green hills, a lovingly run establishment where it is a pleasure to stop to relax and enjoy cuisine that tastes good and healthy. Many ingredients come from their organically cultivated land and the menu is constructed according to what the season offers. You can opt for gnocco fritto alone to accompany tasty cured meats or for a “canonical” meal punctuated by light, tasty dishes. There is also a tasting menu. Local wines.

Ca’ Lunati – località Castello di Serravalle via San Michele, 1295 – 333 9411976 – agriturismocalunati.com

La foto in copertina è dell'Agriturismo Ca' Lunati

Trattoria del Borgo

Trattoria. A characteristic alleyway with a cobbled floor and stone house guards this restaurant whose cuisine is clearly marked by tradition but reworked with a breath of modernity. While there is no shortage of fine cured meats with crescentine, tongue with green sauce and giardiniera, gramigna and tagliatelle (not only ragù but also mushrooms and truffles in season), and tortellini in broth, there are frequent grafts dictated by the market and creativity. The wine list is up to scratch and there is a pleasant outdoor area.

Trattoria del Borgo – località Monteveglio Alto via San Rocco, 12 – 051 6707982 - trattoriadelborgomonteveglio.it

Where to eat in Zola Predosa

Enoteca dei Cavalieri

Wine Bar. In a hamlet a couple of kilometres from the town centre, here is a tastefully furnished wine bar, with shelves full of regional and national labels, craft beers, liqueurs and a rich selection of sweet and savoury specialities. In addition to take-away, you can also come here for an evening aperitif or a snack at any time of the day, punctuated by select glasses and high-quality selections of cold meats, cold cuts and cheeses. Tastings and theme evenings are held throughout the year.

Enoteca dei Cavalieri – frazione Riale via Risorgimento, 5 – 333 4866049