Osteria dei Battibecchi
A charming, old-fashioned osteria in Ravenna serving authentic, homemade regional Italian specialties with warm, friendly service.
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Osteria dei Battibecchi
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A charming, old-fashioned osteria in Ravenna serving authentic, homemade regional Italian specialties with warm, friendly service.
"Experience true Romagna cuisine in this cozy gem, where fresh pasta and piadina are king!"
Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for dinner, as this cozy spot fills up quickly with locals.
Try Daily Specials
Don't miss the daily specials for unique regional dishes that showcase the best of seasonal ingredients.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Italian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+39 0544 219536
Address
Via della Tesoreria Vecchia, 16, 48100 Ravenna RA, Italy
Website
osteriadeibattibecchi.com/Highlights
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Homemade Piadina
Experience the art of traditional piadina preparation, made fresh before your eyes. A true taste of Ravenna!
Cozy & Charming Atmosphere
Discover a warm, inviting ambiance in this intimate osteria, perfect for a relaxed and authentic Italian dining experience.
Signature Cappelletti & Tortellini
Savor exquisite handmade pasta, including cappelletti and tortellini, prepared with traditional recipes and fresh ingredients.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for dinner, as this cozy spot fills up quickly with locals.
Try Daily Specials
Don't miss the daily specials for unique regional dishes that showcase the best of seasonal ingredients.
Lunchtime Charm
Consider visiting for lunch for a more relaxed experience, away from the dinner rush.
Address Service Issues
If service is slow, politely communicate with the staff for a better overall dining experience.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for dinner, as this cozy spot fills up quickly with locals.
Try Daily Specials
Don't miss the daily specials for unique regional dishes that showcase the best of seasonal ingredients.
Lunchtime Charm
Consider visiting for lunch for a more relaxed experience, away from the dinner rush.
Address Service Issues
If service is slow, politely communicate with the staff for a better overall dining experience.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Osteria dei Battibecchi is praised for its authentic, homemade regional cuisine, particularly its exceptional pasta dishes and piadina. Diners also love the cozy, old-fashioned atmosphere and the friendly, welcoming service, making it a charming spot in Ravenna. However, some reviewers mention potential issues with slow service during peak times or unfortunate booking misunderstandings.
"Great place for local dishes. This time I enjoyed the cappelletti above all.
Cosy terrace in the summer.
Friendly service and reasonable priced"
Peter Steen
"A reco by our AirBnB hostess and we wandered in at 7:30 and promised to finish before 8:30 bc all tables were reserved. In that hour the whole place filled up with locals and we kept our promise to eat and run. The food was outstanding and priced reasonably based upon other reco’d eateries by our hostess that we walked by on the way to Piazza di Popolo. We split a salad, primi and secondi. Sparking water and some dry white wine for my love. Then one macchiato for me. Bill in photos. At 8:20 when we left the place was full and people ere waiting outside. This on a Tuesday. Reservations helpful."
Jon Carroll
"We came here on our last day in Ravenna. The food was lovely, the staff were kind about our botched attempts at Italien, and the outdoor seating is in a quiet courtyard, away from the town hubbub and street noise so it was very peaceful.
I would recommend this place for any number of reasons. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!"
Jessica Me
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reservations are highly recommended, especially for dinner, as the restaurant is small and popular with locals.
The homemade piadina, cappelletti, and tortellini are highly recommended, along with the daily specials.
Yes, there is a cozy terrace with covered outdoor seating available during the summer months.
The menu indicates that some dishes are available gluten-free. It's best to confirm with the staff when ordering.
The restaurant offers a cozy and charming atmosphere with an old-fashioned Italian feel, making it a peaceful dining experience.
Absolutely! The piadina is a must-try, prepared fresh in front of you and is a signature item.
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Simple, honest food doesn't get any tastier than what's served at this casual, tiny venue (there are about 20 seats at the wooden tables in the wood-beamed space) with an even tinier kitchen. Nicoletta Molducci, chef and owner, takes pride in turning out terrific regional dishes from a short menu with the usual local specialties, such as cappelletti in brodo or al ragù, supplemented by an ever-changing list of daily specials. The polpettine di lesso (little meatballs) in a lively tomato sauce with peas and pancetta, and the squacquerone e fichi caramellati (soft cheese with caramelized figs) are two winning dishes that might be on offer.
Two Days in Ravenna | Our Mini-Moon in Italy
Osteria dei Battibecchi // more old-school/traditional than the above, but still good!. We each had pasta to start: lasagna al forno for Husband, and cappelletti with sage and butter for me; both were great, and we both think our order was better than the other’s!. For mains, we shared meatballs in tomato sauce, grilled sausages, and sides of roast potatos and chicory salad, as well as the ubiquitous piadina basket.
RAVENNA WITH KIDS
My favorite restaurant is on a quiet square right off the main Piazza del Popolo: Osteria dei Battibecchi (Via della Tesoreria Vecchia, 16). They serve delicious local specialties, which are well executed but unpretentious. The inside is cozy and charming, while in the summer there is covered outdoor seating on the lovely calm Piazza Unità d’Italia, where kids can play on the built in sunken steps.
Ask a local: what should I do, see, and eat in Ravenna, Italy? | Gigi Griffis
My favorite restaurants are L’Osteria dei Battibecchi (a little, hidden place near Teatro Alighieri, address: Via della Tesoreria Vecchia 16), Pizzeria La Mia Patria (located at Filippo Lanciani 6/B, near the Duomo; the place itself is a bit rough, but the pizza is wonderful and the atmosphere very friendly), and Ristorante /Pizzeria Babaleus (located at Vicolo Gabbiani 7).
Culinary Experience in Ravenna | BrowsingItaly
Another place to try piadina with the typical cheese from Ravenna, squacquerone, is at Osteria dei Battibecchi (Via Della Tesoreria Vecchia, 16) a small but charming restaurant that’s slightly hidden. We had a wild asparagus, which were in season, served in two different ways, followed by piadina and squacquerone with caramelized fig marmalade. This combination was divine!
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Welcome to the world of Nicoletta.Yes, she's the redhead azdora in control of this tiny place next to Dante's tomb. Genuine, like her cuisine.At Osteria dei Battibecchi you won't find fancy dishes or extreme plating. You go there for the home tradition.
Ravenna with Kids - Mosaics, the Fish Church, and Piadine!
Osteria dei Battibecchi (Via della Teroreria Vecchia, 16) – This small osteria in the center of town cooks up traditional Emilia Romagna dishes in a cozy atmosphere. Kids will love the piggy bank collection!
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