At the Antica Hostaria della Rocca di Badolo, located a few kilometers from Bologna, you can experience the atmosphere of times gone by and savor the delicious flavors of traditional Bolognese cuisine.

Built on the foundations of a 15th-century convent, it was once a rest stop for travelers crossing the Apennines from Emilia-Romagna to Tuscany. It remains a popular stop for those continuing their journey through the Apennines along the Via degli Dei (Way of the Gods), which connects Bologna and Florence.
In the rooms that once hosted medieval pilgrims, you can now enjoy traditional, carefully prepared cuisine, rich in the flavors of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines. It features seasonal produce such as mushrooms, truffles, and polenta, and specialties include traditional Tuscan Florentine steaks and the ever-present homemade Emilian pasta. And it's precisely traditional Bolognese cuisine, with all its most distinctive dishes, that is the pride of Antica Hostaria di Badolo. What customers appreciate most about this 90-seat restaurant, beyond the quality of the dishes, is the family atmosphere and the ambiance. This atmosphere is made even more special and charming during the winter months, when a large, always-burning fireplace warms the dining room. During the summer months, guests can dine on the spacious veranda, enjoying a wonderful view of the valley surrounding Badolo.