Frommers suggested this one, which is only slightly off the central piazza. It is a family restaurant with pictures of the current owner's grandfather making the charcoal for cooking!! When were had lunch there, we were encouraged with the many Italians eating there. One of had the veal .... which he said was the BEST he ever had; another with... More

I was many times at Dardano, but each time ,as if it was the first one.The food is fresh, tasty, from a time to time there is new dish, Pici al Cinghiale, was delicious. Paolo, the owner, always has a smiley face, The prices are reasonable, I will keep visiting this restaurant and bring my guests with me too. More

Though foods are quite cheap, they tasted nicely. Staff is helpful. They put as their speciality wild pork, but we didn't like it as we expected. Instead grilled meat tasted much better. Their menu have different kind of pasta. We tried a pair of dishes and both were very nice. The home-made tiramisu is delicious. Price is around 25 euro,... More

Eat where the locals eat. We only wanted a light lunch away from pizza and panini. We reserved a table while passing earlier in the day and were glad we did. By 1 it was buzzing. My hand made ravioli in sage butter was perfect. Fresh bread and a side of stewed beans. Friendly, genuine people and great flavours. More

Not much for atmosphere or complex tastes, this little restaurant serves up the traditional food of the region at a reasonable cost. More

Surprisingly busy given ordinary food, Poor service overall More

Just off the plaza nice restaurants, crowded on Sunday lots of local families. We had the grilled items, lamb and pork chops nicely done with good flavor. Good service, later in our cooking class the instructor recommended this place also. We liked it so much returned again. Prices moderate, quality high and local atmosphere More

We had only planned to look around Cortona for a few hours but evening was closing in and we decided to stay longer so we could have dinner. We walked around to different restaurants in this small village and found Trattoria Dardano opened a half hour earlier than the other places. As soon as they unlocked the doors for us,... More

The warm ambience and friendly atmosphere was only bettered by the fantastic food and service. Each dish was better than the last. We cannot wait to visit again. Maurice & Julie More