IF YOU WANT TO DINE LIKE A LOCAL IN ITALY, IT’S BEST TO UNDERSTAND THE VARIOUS TYPES OF ITALIAN RESTAURANTS. Everytime I’m in Italy, I find myself wondering what’s the difference between a trattoria and an osteria. Sure, Italy has some restaurant types that are very familiar to Americans. We all know what’s served at a pizzeria or a gelateria. But do you know a pasticceria from an enoteca?

Here’s my list of the best restaurants, compiled from multiple visits of my own, feedback from friends, and recommendations from a couple superstar hotel concierges 😉.