2 Best Restaurants in Southern Tuscany, Tuscany

Located in Manciano, just south of Saturnia, this local institution has a circus-themed interior, and, if you can get past the creepy clown statues, you're in for a treat. Owner and pizzaiolo Antonio—who has been winning Italian pizza championships since the 1990s and who developed this eatery with Michelin-star chef Valeria Piccini—celebrates all things Maremman with pizzas like the favorite la briaca, featuring Morellino di Scansano wine–soaked pears and a locally produced blue cheese called guttus.

Grosseto is known for its glut of gelaterias, but this one stands out for its artisan production and original flavors. Aside from the perennial classics like pistacchio and stracciatella (cream with chocolate shavings), try unusual combinations like rose and rice pudding or apple strudel.