Many types of mushrooms, truffles, chestnuts, berries, game meats. These and other specialties are the main ingredients of the generous typical dishes from the mountains of Abetone, flavours suitable for cold climates, especially after a day spent on the slopes.
Where to eat in Abetone
La Casina
Trattoria. Whether you choose the rustic atmosphere enlivened by the fireplace or the pleasant outdoor seating, the certainty is that you eat well here. The menu offers dishes of straightforward traditional origin: polenta crostini with sausage and cheese, mushroom polenta, butter and sage ravioli, barley soup with lentils and potatoes, stewed venison "peposo," roast pork loin, homemade jam tart, apple strudel, blueberry ricotta cake. The wine list is a pleasant surprise, offering numerous options by the glass, half-bottles, and quality references.
La Casina – via Brennero, 245 – 0573 1943454
Non solo pasta
Gourmet Stop. An over twenty-year-old establishment where you can purchase excellent fresh pasta in various formats and with different fillings according to the season and creativity. Passatelli, tagliatelle, tortellini, tortelloni, lasagna, candies... it's very difficult to choose because they are all delicious. They also sell ready-to-cook items, ideal for those with limited time, and exquisite homemade cakes. If you stop by around lunchtime, you can enjoy a freshly prepared pasta dish to take away and eat while strolling through the centre, along with (or alternatively) a slice of dessert.
Non solo pasta – via Brennero, 478 – 339 3426935 – Facebook
Da Pierone
Trattoria. The fried mushrooms, an undisputed specialty of the house, are so good that they alone are worth a visit to this family-friendly place. In operation for many years, it is an enduring reference point for those seeking the tastes and flavours of this corner of the territory, starting with the mushrooms enjoyed on crostini, with tagliatelle, polenta, and meat. The selection of game meats and grilled meats is also excellent; during the right season, they offer dishes with truffles. The wines are fitting.
Da Pierone – via Brennero, 556 – 335 6139911 – ristorante-da-pierone.business.site
Regina
Ristorante. An ancient stone building houses a comfortable 3-star hotel with a renowned dining area open to external customers, featuring comfortable dining rooms and an outdoor area with a view of Mount Gomito. The culinary proposal draws from the rich range of local products, introducing some small touches of creativity. Here you'll find Piedmont Fassona beef tartare, blueberry fondue and speck tagliatelle, woodland mushroom polenta, potato gnocchi with red radicchio and taleggio, fillet prepared in various ways, and oven-baked pork shank. The drinks selection is good. Reservation recommended.
Regina – via dell’Uccelliera, 5 – 0573 60007 – albergoregina.com
Silvio La Storia a Tavola
Trattoria. An establishment that has written and continues to write an important chapter in the local restaurant scene, managing to maintain commendable quality consistency over time. The proposal is based on local ingredients, namely mushrooms, truffles, game meats, cured meats, cheeses, berries... plus, fresh pasta and desserts are homemade. The daily menu is spoken, and the wine list focuses on carefully selected Tuscan labels. People also come here just for an aperitif or a post-dinner drink
Silvio La Storia a Tavola – Pianosinatico hamlet, via Brennero, 181 – 0573 629274 - ristorantesilvioabetone.com
Where to eat in Cutigliano (PT)
Da Fagiolino
Trattoria. The establishment has been active since the early 1950s and still under the same management, that of the Innocenti family. There's a pleasant atmosphere of times gone by in the premises, with terracotta floors, wooden furnishings, beamed ceilings, a perfect setting to savour the house's typical dishes with great satisfaction. Conclude your meal with homemade sweets accompanied by sweet wine and, if you're lucky, a delicious cheesecake. Tuscan labels prevail in the cellar. A final note: Fagiolino is also a comfortable inn.
Da Fagiolino – via Carega, 1 – 0573 68014 – trattoriadafagiolino.com
Il Nonno Cianco
Trattoria. Located at the foot of the Doganaccia cable car, it's a welcoming address with a convivial atmosphere that immediately puts you at ease. Moreover, during the beautiful season, there's a panoramic outdoor space. Seated at the comfortable tables, though simply set, you'll enjoy well-made dishes presented with care: assorted crostini, pappardelle with hare ragout, "gonfiate" (a type of gnocchi) with gorgonzola, wild boar steak, venison knuckle with porcini mushrooms. The wine selection is suitable, with a focus on the region.
Il Nonno Cianco – Viale Europa, 23 – 0573 68041 – Facebook
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