Experts' Choice Award Al Brindisi
What the experts agree on
This scruffy-stylish wine bar dating to 1435 claims to be Europe's oldest, with dusty bottles lining timber-beamed walls and locals packing wooden booths. Knowledgeable staff guide you through excellent Italian wines in an atmosphere that feels
Lonely Planet "The oldest osteria in the world (according to Guinness), this scruffy-meets-stylish wine bar was already an established drinking den in 1435." Full review
Fodor's "Ferrara is a city of wine bars, beginning with this one—allegedly Europe's oldest—which opened in 1435." Full review
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Those in search of lighter fare might enjoy any of the salads or the grilled vegetable plate with melted pecorino.
Frommer's "Timbered, atmospheric little place that lays claim to being the oldest wine bar in the world...locals still pack the place, and waiters take earnest pride in recommending wines from throughout Italy" Full review
