Where to eat in Turin during the ATP Finals: From classic trattoria to fine-dining

Tennis is a sport that attracts those who appreciate the good things in life – great food, fine wine, well-cut clothes and perfectly mixed cocktails. So, if you’re in Turin for the ATP Finals and you want to experience the city beyond the court, this is your guide.

We’ve rounded up our favourite places – all tried first-hand – where to eat, drink and savour the best of Turin. From traditional trattorie to refined dining rooms, from historic cafés to modern wine bars, here’s where to taste the city’s spirit.

Antiche Sere – Trattoria

Our favourite restaurant in Turin. A classic trattoria tucked away in what used to be a working-class neighbourhood – back when the FIAT factories defined the city’s rhythm. Inside, it’s simple, warm and unpretentious, with walls that have seen generations of diners.

Order antipasti piemontesi, agnolotti, tajarin and the braised beef cheek – all dishes that remind you why Piedmontese cooking is among Italy’s most comforting. It’s the sort of place that makes you stay longer than planned. A cosy space with hearty food and proper character.

Other recommended trattorias: Caffè Vini Emilio Ranzin, Cantinone San Paolo, Fratelli Bruzzone, Coco’s, Barbagusto.

Carignano – Fine dining

Chef Davide Scabin is a culinary legend. In the 2000s, he shook things up with Combal.Zero, an avant-garde restaurant in the Rivoli Castle outside Turin. Now he brings that same creative flair to the more intimate dining room of the Grand Hotel Sitea. Fine dining, yes, but never boring – bold flavours, clever combinations, and proper hospitality.

Other recommended fine-dining: Condividere, Scatto, La Pista

Scannabue – Bistro

Scannabue is one of those rare bistros that manages to blend heart, skill and value perfectly. The kitchen takes traditional Piedmontese recipes – vitello tonnato, agnolotti, tajarin – and executes them with precision and flair.

It’s busy, a bit loud, but that’s part of its charm. There’s energy in the air, the wine flows freely, and the dishes come out fast and fragrant. The food is generous and soulful – proper neighbourhood cooking that hits every note right.

Other recommended bistros: Magazzino 52, Le Vitel Etonné, Razzo

Luogo Divino – Wine Bar

A modern wine bar with excellent small plates and one of the city’s best selections by the glass. Go for the anchovies – unforgettable – and stay for the mix of natural wines and classic Piedmont reds. Casual, warm, and effortlessly cool.

Also recommended: Smoking Wine Bar, Vermuttino (for vermouth)

Via Beirut – Lebanese

Need a break from pasta (hard to imagine, but still)? This newcomer brings proper Levantine flavours to central Turin. The hummus, baba ganoush and falafel are spot-on, and it’s all vegetarian-friendly. Pair with a glass of Bekaa Valley red and you’ll wonder why you ever doubted mezze night.

Mulassano – Café

One of Turin’s historic literary cafés, Mulassano is said to be where the tramezzino was invented – the story goes poet Gabriele D’Annunzio coined the name here while admiring the ceiling’s decorative “tramezze”. Order one (or five): the anchovy with green sauce or the “Garibaldino” are standouts.

Baratti & Milano – Café

A neighbour to Mulassano and one of the city’s oldest cafés, open since 1875. Come here for a Bicerin, Turin’s signature drink made of chocolate, coffee and cream layered in a small glass. The setting – all mirrors, marble and gilt – makes it a quintessential Turin experience.

Farmacia del Cambio – Breakfast

Right in Piazza Carignano, opposite Italy’s first Senate, this chic spot serves one of Turin’s best breakfasts. Try the Cubrik – a cube-shaped croissant that’s almost too pretty to eat – or a club sandwich on the terrace. Perfect for a lazy morning la dolce vita-style.

Guido Gobino – Chocolate

Turin is chocolate heaven, and Guido Gobino is the name to know. A small, family-run cioccolateria since 1946, Gobino combines the best cocoa from Latin America with Piedmont’s prized hazelnuts. Try the classic giandujotto, the award-winning sea salt cremino or the indulgent hazelnut spread – all made with only cocoa butter, no palm oil. Artisan chocolate at its best.

Alberto Marchetti – Gelateria

Because gelato is never optional. Alberto Marchetti is a master of the craft, making everything fresh daily with the best milk and seasonal fruit. Flavours to try: gianduja, zabaglione and Ramassin della Val Bronda – a plum native to Piedmont. Simple, pure, and utterly satisfying.

Food Desk