Le Cantine de l’Arena

Reviews

• Renato L.

  star star star star star 8 June 2026

  Le Cantine de l'Arena is a hidden gem right in the heart of the historic centre, known to local but not so much to tourists.
  It's located in Piazza Bra, overlooking the Arena, the Roman amphitheatre built in the first century that is still in use today and is internationally famous for the large-scale opera performances during the summer months.
  
  The restaurant is very beautiful within and outside. It has an outdoor seating area and is organized on two levels. The top level serves a surprisingly good pizza also well priced. While the second level, the brasserie, is inside the building, accessible via stairs.
  
  The brasserie has a dedicated small area where live music is performed (mostly blues or jazz),  has a full open kitchen and a true wine cellars.
  The brasserie offers spectacular mouth-watering meat dishes, dazzling cold cuts boards, a typical menus with traditional Veronese recipes such as bigoli (type of pasta), polenta (cornmeal mush) and cheese platters. But there is also a vegetarian menu option in case you should not be into meat.
  
  The service is definitely excellent. All the waiters/waitresses I dealt with speak good English, are knowledgeable of their products and know how to provide great table service.
  Considering that this place is located in the historic centre of Verona, the bill is not excessive especially if compared to the other places nearby.
  
  Live music at Le Cantine is the best way to spend a winter evening in Verona.
  They attract some great acts, a range of styles, both Italian and international jazz.
  The aperitivo is great value at €15 and gets you a table near the band with a drink and a plate of whatever you like.
  
  I guarantee that you won't regret the visit.
  Definitely, recommended for a date.

• Tammy S.

  star star_border star_border star_border star_border 2 June 2026

  Unfriendly, rude staff.  Felt like they did not like American's.   Do not recommend if you are from US.

• Joe M.

  star star star star_border star_border 30 May 2026

  Came to Italy on a school trip. A group of us came here and we got pizzas. The pizza was very good but I believe it was the owner that was upset with us that we didn't finish every slice.

• Gigi C.

  star star star star star_border 23 May 2026

  We had pizza and beer.....and it was absolutely delicious!  The service at the outside tables was a bit lacking and hence the 4 stars.  This is steps away from the best shopping around-great location.  The crust was thick but light and crispy at the same time...the toppings were delicious. I also had a greek salad which was very fresh and large!  Next time you are in Verona check this place out!

• Roger B.

  star star star star star 18 May 2026

  Loved this place went 2 times it's not the same pizza you get at home in the U S A but it's dam good .The staff is a little uptight up its Italy