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Overview & Highlights

Nestled on the charming Via Maddalena in Spello, Ristorante Esotre invites you to savor the authentic flavors of Italian cuisine in an intimate and quaint setting. This delightful Italian restaurant perfectly blends rustic charm with culinary finesse, offering guests a truly immersive dining experience in the heart of Umbria.

From the moment you step inside, the warm and welcoming atmosphere wraps around you like a gentle embrace. The small, cozy interior complemented by attentive service creates a relaxed ambiance where you can truly linger and relish every bite.

The menu at Ristorante Esotre highlights the best of regional Italian cooking, focusing on fresh, high-quality ingredients assembled with tender care. The standout dishes, praised by visitors, include a sublime spaghetti tossed with cavolo nero and mushrooms, a wonderfully earthy and satisfying combination that dances on the palate. Seafood lovers will appreciate the succulent swordfish steak—flaky, flavorful, and perfectly grilled—paired impeccably with some of the local white wines that shine for their crispness and depth.

One dish that leaves an indelible memory is the barley soup, a humble yet profoundly comforting bowl of warmth that has diners reminiscing about its hearty richness long after their visit. It’s no surprise that guests return to Ristorante Esotre time and again just to recapture that soulful taste.

Beyond the food, the restaurant’s location makes it a picturesque escape: tucked away on a small street that offers a quiet respite from bustling tourist paths. Whether you’re seeking a romantic lunch, a friendly meal, or simply a spot to recharge before exploring Spello’s narrow, winding streets and hills, Ristorante Esotre delivers on all fronts with grace and authenticity.

As one guest fondly put it, the combination of delicious flavors, lovely wines, and the sincere hospitality of the staff left them fortified and eager to continue their adventure—even if that meant braving an unexpected thunderstorm!

If you find yourself wandering through Spello, do not miss the chance to experience this gem of an Italian restaurant, where every dish tells a story and every visit feels like coming home.

Comforts & Conveniences

Service options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
Popular for
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Payments
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

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Visitor Testimonials (392)

On a quiet day we were the only group having lunch and the place seemed a bit dead. But we were made very welcome and lingered over a splendid lunch. Excellent spaghetti with cavolo nero and mushrooms; tasty swordfish steak and some lovely local white wines. We felt well fortified to attempt further ascent of the steep narrow road up the hill, only to be caught in a biblical thunderstorm half an hour later. May 2024.

The barley soup is what I can't stop thinking about - 5 months later! We stayed in Spello for a few days and came here twice just so I could have it again. The service was superb and the atmosphere quaint. Now I need the recipe :)

We had lunch here in June. Beautiful setting great food and great service. Grazie! Enjoyed the afternoon with a friend.

Cutest restaurant we’ve been to in Italy. Food and wine were delicious and the waiter was incredibly nice. Definitely go here when visiting Spello!

Lovely lunch on the small street. Friendly service, good food including some naturally gluten-free options.

Small, cute, delicious...the service was also great!

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