Family-run trattoria in Piazza del Mercato, directly behind the Palazzo Pubblico, serving simple, inexpensive Sienese food to locals and visitors.
Antica Trattoria Papei serves Sienese home cooking in Piazza del Mercato, the square just below and behind the Palazzo Pubblico. Visitors praise its pici, its low prices and its crowded, noisy dining room. Typical spend is €25-40 (~$28.75-46) per person. Reservations and hours questions can be answered by phone on +39 0577 280894.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Lunch and dinner daily according to directories (about 12PM-3PM and 7PM-10:30PM); confirm by phone |
| Reservations | Recommended at dinner |
| Address | Piazza del Mercato 6, 53100 Siena SI, Italy |
Signature dishes
- Pici all'aglione or with ragu
- Tuscan bean soups
- Grilled meats
- Wild boar stews in season
Good to know
- Known for
- Plain, hearty Sienese home cooking at fair prices
Location
Piazza del Mercato 6, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
43.3171, 11.3324 View on map
Highlights
- Family-run
- Pici at moderate prices
- Just behind the Palazzo Pubblico
- Lively, local feel
Tips for visiting
- Phone +39 0577 280894 to reserve at dinner
- Sit outdoors on the square in warm weather
- Order pici as a first course and share a second
- Coperto is charged per person
When to visit
Weekday lunch, before the tour-group rush.
Accessibility
Siena's historic centre is hilly with steep lanes, cobbles and many steps, and step-free access to this venue is not confirmed. Visitors with limited mobility should phone ahead to ask about entry, steps and table space.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Papei good for budget travellers?
It is among the cheaper sit-down options near the Campo, with pasta dishes at moderate prices.
Where exactly is it?
In Piazza del Mercato, the square behind the Palazzo Pubblico, a two-minute walk from Piazza del Campo.