Osteria Francescana

About

Osteria Francescana is a renowned three-Michelin-starred restaurant located in Modena, Italy. It is owned and run by the celebrated chef Massimo Bottura, who has transformed traditional Italian cuisine into a modernist culinary experience. The restaurant is situated on Via Stella, offering a contemporary and elegant dining environment that is enhanced by striking works of art. Osteria Francescana has been recognized as the best restaurant in the world by the World's 50 Best Restaurants in 2016 and 2018, marking it as the first Italian restaurant to achieve this honor. The menu at Osteria Francescana is a testament to Bottura's innovative approach, blending traditional Italian ingredients with creative storytelling through dishes. The restaurant offers seasonal tasting menus that feature specialties from Modena and Emilia Romagna, reinterpreted with a playful and artistic touch. With a focus on cultural and historical influences, each dish is a reflection of Bottura's vision to reinvent Italian cuisine. The dining experience is complemented by an impressive wine list and a commitment to social initiatives, such as the non-profit association Food for Soul, which fights against food waste.