Michelin Selected and Bibi Gourmand restaurants in Bologna

If you're here, it's because you're looking for advice you can trust to choose a restaurant in Bologna for a special occasion — somewhere delicious, but also capable of surprising you. Well, here is the answer to your questions.

Read the list of Bib Gourmand and Selected restaurants, according to the Michelin Guide 2026, which will clearly tell you what kind of experience to expect in terms of value for money, culinary style, and the atmosphere to enjoy in Bologna.

Bib Gourmand in Bologna and the surrounding area

This is the accolade that Michelin food critics award to restaurants to highlight their excellent value for money.

• Ahimè 

  A restaurant that focuses on cuisine closely tied to its ingredients (a biodynamic vegetable garden and a transparent supply chain), with a commitment to a ‘plastic-free’ approach.
  Address: Via S. Gervasio, 6e, Bologna (BO)

• Al Cambio

  A spot ‘off the beaten track’ that specialises in Bolognese cuisine (and more), with generous dishes featuring both land and sea produce and a focus on seasonal ingredients.

  Address: Via Stalingrado 150, Bologna

• Antica Trattoria della Grotta dal 1918 

  An interesting choice, offering authentic, seasonal flavours, if you’d like to combine lunch or dinner with a day trip to the hills.

  Address: Via Tignano, 3, Sasso Marconi (BO)

• Ristorante L’800

  A convenient option if you’re travelling by car and want to get out of the city centre to enjoy an experience in a late 19th-century farmhouse.

  Address: Via Centese, 33, Argelato (BO)

• Locanda Pincelli

  Set in the heart of a historic village, it welcomes guests under a portico (very pleasant in summer) and offers “modern and tasty” dishes where the ingredients take centre stage, all in a friendly atmosphere.

  Address: Via Selva, 52, Molinella (BO)

• Osteria Bartolini

  A Bib Gourmand specialising in seafood and Mediterranean cuisine: a simple atmosphere with a contemporary take on the venue (set in a unique setting, amidst historic vaults and a monumental plane tree);

  Address: Piazza Malpighi, 16, Bologna

• Trattoria Di Via Serra

  A simple, informal trattoria in Bolognina, also recommended ‘off the beaten track’: a great choice if you want to experience a more local and multicultural neighbourhood.

  Address: Via Luigi Serra 9/b, Bologna

Antica Trattoria La Grotta dal 1918, Sasso Marconi, photo: Andrea Funi

"Selected" restaurants in Bologna and the surrounding area

"Selected" restaurants are establishments recognised for their excellent cuisine and creative flair, but which have not yet achieved Michelin-star status. 

Bologna city:

• Acqua Pazza

  It’s worth the detour “out of the city centre” if you fancy fish and traditional cuisine: a focus on the Mediterranean, simple cooking methods that respect the ingredients, with a very extensive wine list (including Champagne).
  Address: Via Augusto Murri 168, Bologna
  

• All'Osteria Bottega

  A traditional trattoria under the porticoes in a quiet side street: ‘unadulterated’ Emilian cuisine, with a menu that showcases traditional recipes (cured meats, fresh pasta, meat, desserts).
  Address: Via Santa Caterina 51, Bologna

• Corbezzoli

  A restaurant chosen for its contemporary style: ideal if you’re looking for a more “modern” dining experience than a classic trattoria.
  Address: Via Altura 11/bis, Bologna

• I Carracci 

  Contemporary cuisine within the Grand Hotel Majestic “già Baglioni” (5*), perfect for those seeking an exceptional setting with frescoed ceilings and a decidedly sophisticated atmosphere.
  Address: Via Manzoni 2, Bologna

• La Porta Restaurant 

  Housed in a versatile space with attention to every detail, featuring a café, a bistro at lunchtime and a contemporary restaurant in the evening for a more gourmet experience.
  Address: Piazza Vieira de Mello 4, Bologna

• Ling’s Ravioleria Migrante

  The perfect “Eastern” option when not everyone in the group wants traditional cuisine: a good way to mix things up without compromising on a venue selected in the Guide.
  Address: Via Leandro Alberti 32/2c, Bologna

• Oltre. 

  An interesting alternative if you’re looking for local flavours, with an Emilian focus, but in an elegant and intimate atmosphere with reimagined dishes.
  Address: Via Majani 1/b, Bologna

• Posta

  For those who fancy traditional cuisine with a Tuscan twist, so a little different from the classic Emilian repertoire, in an “elegant” trattoria.
  Address: Via della Grada 21A, Bologna

• Sale Grosso

  A seafood and Mediterranean restaurant, offering authentic flavours and a simple, family-friendly atmosphere.
  Address: Vicolo de’ Facchini 4A, Bologna

• Seta Sushi Restaurant 

  A modern Japanese bistro in the city centre, set in a medieval courtyard; also pleasant in the warmer months thanks to its outdoor seating.
  Address: Corte Isolani 2b, Bologna

• Trattoria Battibecco

  An elegant, rustic-chic trattoria specialising in fish, with a traditional atmosphere but not necessarily Emilian cuisine.
  Address: Via Battibecco 4/b, Bologna

• Trattoria da Me 

  Emilian cuisine, but with a more contemporary twist; a family-run restaurant with a ‘modern’ vibe. A family atmosphere with attention to detail.
  Address: Via San Felice 50A, Bologna

Restaurant ©Acqua Pazza

Near Bologna:

• Antica Osteria del Mirasole

  A trattoria where the famous tortellini with cream, together with ingredients sourced from the family supply chain, tell the story of an authentic, vibrant and never conventional tradition.
  Address: Via Giacomo Matteotti 17, San Giovanni in Persiceto (BO)

• Buriani dal 1967 

  A restaurant combining intimate and refined settings, traditional cuisine with innovative touches, and a wine list featuring selections from Emilia-Romagna, Italy and a range of international labels.
  Address: Via Provinciale Bologna 2, Pieve di Cento (BO)

• Ensama Pesce

  An elegant seafood-only restaurant with an open kitchen, offering high-quality cuisine featuring the freshest ingredients available daily.

  Address: Via Dondarini 4c, Sala Bolognese (BO)

• Il Grifone 

  Set within the luxurious Palazzo di Varignana complex, it offers contemporary cuisine with high-quality tasting menus and a decidedly elegant atmosphere.
  Address: Via Ca' Masino 611A, Castel San Pietro Terme (BO)

• Il Ristorantino – Da Dino

  A traditional Emilian restaurant with a menu focused on seasonal produce, fresh fish on specific days, and a refined yet welcoming atmosphere.
  Address: Via XXV Aprile 11, Anzola dell'Emilia (BO)

• Osteria Numero Sette 

  A family-friendly atmosphere, traditional food and generous portions, with particular attention to service, which is impeccable yet informal.
  Address: Via Andrea Costa 7, Pianoro (BO)

Photo: Osteria del Mirasole via osteriadelmirasole.it

➝ Want to find out about the Michelin-starred restaurants in Bologna and the surrounding area? Discover the full list in this article