No. 9 · Bologna, Italy
Osteria dell'Orsa
A big, busy osteria in Bologna's university quarter serving Bolognese classics all day. It takes no reservations, but the room is large.
Quick answer
Osteria dell'Orsa is at Via Mentana 1, Bologna. No reservations; open all day, every day (per the restaurant's site). Order the tagliatelle al ragù, and pair it with Lambrusco di Sorbara.
- Address
- Via Mentana 1, 40126 Bologna
- How to book
- No reservations; open all day, every day (per the restaurant's site).
- Hours
- Every day, continuous service from 12:30 to 23:00 (closed some holidays).
- Price
- Check current prices on the official menu.
What to order
Tagliatelle al ragù
The Bologna benchmark on Larry's list.
Tortellini in brodo
The other Bolognese essential.
Mortadella and cheese
A board to share while you wait for the pasta.
Larry's tip: Go mid-afternoon; continuous service means you can skip the lunch rush.
Wine pairing
- Lambrusco di Sorbara — Emilia's own fizzy red; built for ragù and mortadella.
Best wine for ragù and meat sauces · Wine Pairing 101 · Larry's sausage and peppers
Details checked against the restaurant's own website on 2026-10-16. Hours, prices and booking rules change — confirm on the official site before you go.