Housed inside a historic palace in the old town, Il Cenacolo has been a fixture on the Verona dining scene since 1980. It specialises in authentic regional cuisine good enough for Pavarotti – the late opera singer has eaten here, as has fellow tenor Jose Carreras. Try signature dishes like tortellini di Valeggio (stuffed egg pasta) and risotto cooked in Amarone wine, accompanied by a glass of vino from the well-stocked cellar.

Another restaurant with a spectacular setting inside a historical palace in the heart of the old town, Il Cenacolo showcases the best of Veronese cuisine through its à la carte and tasting menus. In the intimate dining room, visitors can enjoy dishes such as risotto with Amarone wine and Monte Veronese cheese and roast goat with baked potatoes. In a sign of just how tasty the food is here, many famous faces, including opera singer Pavarotti, have passed through the restaurant's doors since it opened in 1980.

Ristorante il Cenacolo is situated inside a cultural palace in the historic old town. This restaurant has been serving diners in Verona for more than 40 years, specializing in authentic regional cuisine worthy of the numerous celebrities who had dined here, including one of the greatest Italian tenors of all time – Luciano Pavarotti. Il Cenacolo’s menu includes sage tortellini, Amarone risotto, grilled beef, and pork cheeks on creamy polenta.

Il Cenacolo (24) at Via del Teatro Filarmonico 10 (00 39 045 5922 88; ristoranteilcenacolo.it) was one of Luciano Pavarotti’s favourite restaurants, and its hearty menu makes it a perfect option for brunch, as it will last you the whole day. Start with an assortment of antipasti before indulging in tagliolini pasta with truffle (€14) and beef with amarone sauce (€22). Open from 12.30pm daily.

📍 Via Teatro Filarmonico 10, 37121 Verona💰 Average Price: €45–65 per person. This restaurant came recommended by a local, and while we didn’t get to try it personally, it’s been on my list ever since. Il Cenacolo is known for its grilled meats, homemade pasta, and a wine list that includes some of the best bottles from Amarone producers.

Il Cenacolo has been welcoming customers for over 30 years in their lovely restaurant. We have included them on our list of Verona Italy restaurants because of the beautiful atmosphere, dinnerwear, their Italian plates, and decor. Also, let’s not forget the “The last supper” painting on the wall, which looks stunning.

A staple on Verona’s food scene since 1980, Il Cenacolo impresses on all fronts. Let’s start with the location, a palace in the historic centre, just steps from the ancient amphitheatre. Try signature plates like tortellini di Valeggio or order a meat dish and watch as it’s cooked on the fireplace in front of you.

Savor authentic Italian cuisine in the heart of Verona at Ristorante Il Cenacolo – where every meal is a celebration of flavor.