A funaro (rope maker) had his workshop in these grottoes carved into the tufa in a cliffside at the edge of town almost a thousand years ago, and you can almost see him at work in the shadowy recesses of the multilevel, cavelike rooms. You can sit outside in front and enjoy the sweep of green countryside far below the town, or better yet—so you don’t miss all the atmosphere inside—ask for one of the few window seats. Wherever you sit, you’ll dine simply and well on grilled meats, the house specialty (including a grigliata mista of suckling pig, lamb, sausage, and yellow peppers), as well as excellent pizzas.
Orvieto
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Orvieto› Restaurant
Le Grotte del Funaro
Via Ripa Serancia 41
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Around Town
Hours
Tues–Sun noon–3pm and 7pm–midnight
Phone
0763-343-276
Prices
Main courses 10€–13€; pizza 5.50€–8.50€
Cuisine Type
Umbrian
Web site
Le Grotte del Funaro
Other
Closed 1 week in July
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Via Ripa Serancia 41 OrvietoNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.