Restaurants in Modena

39 places: international cuisine, local cuisine and bistro

Where to eat in Modena

Modena is the city of the Romanesque Cathedral and the Ghirlandina tower, a UNESCO site, of Ferrari and of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar. It's also a must for food travellers: alongside the classic trattorias are some of Italy's most celebrated restaurants. Here you'll find restaurants in Modena with reviews, opening hours and online booking.

What to eat in Modena

The traditional pasta is tortellini and tortelloni, along with maltagliati and tagliatelle with ragù. Among the mains, cotechino and zampone, served with lentils or mashed potato, and mixed boiled meats. Tigelle with Modena's lard pesto and gnocco fritto with cured meats are the ultimate casual meal. Parmigiano Reggiano and balsamic do the rest; to drink, Lambrusco di Sorbara and Grasparossa.

Where to eat

In the historic centre, between Piazza Grande, Via Emilia and the Mercato Albinelli, there are trattorias, osterias and fine dining restaurants. Outside the city, on the hills of Castelvetro and Vignola and in the lowlands towards Nonantola, you'll find trattorias and balsamic vinegar makers where you can eat in the countryside.

Tips for choosing

The most famous restaurants need booking weeks ahead; for everyday Modena cooking, look for trattorias and local cuisine. Use the filters at the top to see places open now, choose a price range or search by type.

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