What to order at Le Stanze

Must order
The cocktail-and-snacks pairing, the tasting carte after 20:00, the seasonal tortelli.
Editor tip
Book the dining room a week ahead; the cocktail bar at the front is walk-in and runs until 02:00.
CuisineCocktail bar
Price€€€€
Tasting menu€55-85
HoursTue-Sun 11:00-01:00; Mon closed
ChefAndrea Massai
Book ahead1 week
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Taste The cocktail-and-snacks pairing, the tasting carte after 20:00, the seasonal tortelli. with a local in Bologna

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Location

Address: Via del Borgo San Pietro 1, 40126 Bologna

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