The best restaurants Turin

Timetable

Always check opening times, as restaurants are often closed on Sunday evenings and Monday lunchtimes. Don't hesitate to make a reservation - it's always safer.

Budget & Tips

Prices are equivalent to those in France, with the same currency and the same means of payment, so you won't feel out of place.

What costs extra

Don't forget that most Italian establishments charge between €1.50 and €3 per person for bread and cutlery(pane e coperto). It's an enduring tradition. Please, no scandals at checkout time! However, it must be clearly indicated on the menu...

Don't ask for a carafe of water, as it's forbidden to serve tap water in Italy (even if it's perfectly drinkable). So you also have to pay for the water, which you can choose naturale (still) or frizzante (sparkling). A large bottle costs €2.

Don't hesitate to leave a tip if you've had a good time: the French have a reputation for stinginess, so it's up to you to prove them wrong!

The local way

In Italy, pasta is served al dente, meaning "firm under the tooth". Don't make a fuss if you think it's undercooked! This difference in texture may be surprising at first, but you soon get used to it, and it's better for your health.
Similarly, for a French palate, bread has a particular flavor because it often contains no salt.

Kids

Children are welcome just about everywhere in Turin: Italians in general love bambini...

Smokers

Smoking is of course prohibited inside the establishments, and even in certain areas of the terraces.