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San Ginesio restaurants are found both inside the town and in the countryside districts and hamlets, a few kilometers from the historic center. Those looking for where to eat in San Ginesio will find places on the square and outside the old gates, as well as trattorias and pizzerias in the countryside. The town is known as the "balcone dei Sibillini" (balcony of the Sibillini): from its walls, with towers and bastions, the view stretches from Monte Conero to the Sibillini and as far as the Gran Sasso.

At the table, the local reference is the Polentone di San Ginesio (a hearty polenta dish), served with San Ginesio DOC red wine. When moving from one place to another, keep in mind that some are in the center while others require a few kilometers by car.

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Where to eat in San Ginesio: where to go

In the historic center, on the main square, is the Bar Centrale Incicco Luca, a bar suited to a break while visiting the town. Not far from the center is Bar Pizzeria Le Logge, good for quick stops.

For dinner a short distance from the center, Bar Ristorante Pizzeria Paracallà stands just outside one of the old gates into the town.

Ristorante San Fabiano is an address for typical local cooking. The restaurant was hit hard by the earthquake and for a time served its dishes in a temporary outdoor structure. Before going, it is best to check the restaurant's current situation.

Outside the center there are two more options. Ristorante Isolina is along Via Picena. Ristorante Pizzeria Monti Sibillini is in the hamlet of Ficcardo, a few kilometers from the Collegiata. For a quick lunch there is MO.MA oltre il caffè, a restaurant in contrada Colle, a few kilometers from the Collegiata.

The list also includes La Boquita Cafè, Pizzeria La Fornarina and La Sosta del Gusto, a grocery store with a wine shop and wine bar in Pian di Pieca. Opening hours, contacts and addresses for each place are on their own pages.

San Ginesio restaurants: the map

The municipality of San Ginesio includes many hamlets and countryside districts, for example Ficcardo, Colle, Morichella, Necciano and Vallimestre. For this reason, restaurants are not all concentrated in the historic center. On and around the main square are the bars and the place just outside the gate. Pizzerias, trattorias and cafés further away are scattered across the districts, a few kilometers from the town.

Visitors touring the village can stop at the places in the center and drive to the others. For a broader itinerary, see also San Ginesio: what to see and do and the page on things to do in San Ginesio. For a stay of several days, see where to stay in San Ginesio.

San Ginesio food: what to try

The signature dish is the Polentone di San Ginesio, made with cornmeal. It is served with meat sauce or "in bianco" (without tomato), with sausage, pork chops and mushrooms, and with pecorino cheese. To go with it there is San Ginesio DOC red wine.

Among cured meats, ciauscolo stands out, an ancient soft spreadable salami appreciated by chefs. To take local products home, see the page on San Ginesio local products and shops.

Frequently asked questions

What local dish should you try in San Ginesio?

The Polentone di San Ginesio, made with cornmeal. It is served with meat sauce or without tomato, with sausage, pork chops and mushrooms, and with pecorino cheese. San Ginesio DOC red wine, produced in the area, is a good match. Ciauscolo is another typical product.

Where can you eat in the center of San Ginesio without a car?

In the historic center, on the main square, is the Bar Centrale Incicco Luca. Not far away is Bar Pizzeria Le Logge. Just outside one of the town's old gates is Bar Ristorante Pizzeria Paracallà. The other places are further away and usually require a car.

Where can you get a pizza in San Ginesio?

For pizza there are Bar Ristorante Pizzeria Paracallà, just outside one of the town's old gates, and Bar Pizzeria Le Logge. Ristorante Pizzeria Monti Sibillini and Pizzeria La Fornarina are also on the list. Each place's page gives opening hours and contacts.