A typical restaurant in Montone, Umbria

In this blog, we share our experience in a great restaurant in Montone. Montone is a medieval hilltop village in the North of Umbria and must be one of the most beautiful villages of Italy. From its ancient walls, one can admire the green surroundings and wonderful nature. Montone is a piece of heaven, and for those who love walking, food and culture, this village is the place to be. Montone is 100% Umbria guaranteed.

Osteria dei Sensi, Tipico Montone

Osteria dei Sensi – Tipico Montone is just off the main square. The regional products they offer are of high quality, and the service is fantastic. I had a friendly welcome from the waitress. Inside the restaurant, the atmosphere and decor are cosy and lovely. One finds a large selection of Umbrian wines, olive oils, different kinds of honey and a dried ham of Norcia ready to be cut in slices with a sharp knife. Very typical! Paolo, the owner of this restaurant, helped me through the menu and brought me two different kinds of Umbrian olive oil to taste. He is 100% “Umbro”, and he explained each typical dish. It was not easy to make a decision, but I always prefer to eat the daily dishes recommended by the chef, rather than choose from the menu myself. As a starter, I chose the Chianina carpaccio, and as a main dish the “bringoli” with wild asparagus from the area. Bringoli is a local pasta from North Umbria, comparable to thick spaghetti. A good glass of Umbrian red wine was the best choice to pair with the meat and pasta. The wine came from Montefalco, it was a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and another type of grape from which I have forgotten the name. Very good! The taste of the Chianina carpaccio was delicate; it melted in my mouth. The Chianina cow is typical of this area: Lake Trasimeno, Cortona, Montepulciano and North Umbria. The dressing was pure, only with salt, pepper and Umbrian olive oil, the “Moraiolo”, which I love most. The pasta instead was cooked al dente, and the asparagus sauce was delightful. A very good choice in Montone; I enjoyed the dishes I ordered, and the service was great. I would highly recommend this restaurant when you’re in Umbria.

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Paolo is the owner and can be reached via mobile +393383608754 or via email: osteria@tipicomontone.it. He speaks English. Do let him know that you’re a guest from Villa in Umbria.