Where to Eat in Turin During Italian Tech Week 2025: A Local Foodie Guide

Sofia Balducci has explored Turin’s dining scene with the same curiosity she brings to the tech world. With Italian Tech Week 2025 now underway, she offers this insider guide to the city’s culinary highlights—ensuring attendees can fuel their networking sessions with everything from quick artisanal pasta to elegant aperitivo experiences that capture the essence of Piedmontese culture.

For more culinary recommendations, follow her at @corrorischi.

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Turin, the elegant capital of Piedmont in northern Italy, is not only a rising hub for innovation and deep-tech startups, it’s also a dream destination for food lovers. As you dive into panels, networking sessions, and pitch events during Italian Tech Week 2025, don’t miss the chance to explore Turin’s exceptional culinary scene.

Here’s a curated guide to where to eat in Turin, from quick bites between events to Michelin-starred dinners.

Morning Fuel: Coffee & Pastries

Caffè Al Bicerin (Piazza della Consolata, 5) – €€

Start your day like a local with a “Bicerin”, a historical Turinese drink of layered espresso, chocolate, and cream. This café has been around since 1763 , enjoy its charme: marble tables, boiseries, warm lighting.

Farmacia Del Cambio (Piazza Carignano, 2) – €€

A refined pastry shop with a designer twist. Try their iconic gianduiotti or croissants filled with hazelnut cream. known for the Crubik (cube‑shaped cornetto)

Pasticceria Uva (Via San Secondo, 26) – € to €€
Traditional local patisserie, renowned in Turin for its Tropeziana tart.

Lunch Between Talks: Fast Yet Fantastic

Baratti & Milano (Piazza Castello, 29) – €€

For a panino with style. This historic café serves elegant light bites and excellent espresso in a 19th-century setting.

Alla Baita dei Sette Nani (Via Andrea Doria, 5) – € to €€

The restaurant is renowned for its pizza al tegamino, a distinctive style of pizza native to Turin. In addition to its signature pizza, Alla Baita dei Sette Nani serves other traditional dishes such as farinata (a savory chickpea pancake).

Pastificio Defilippis (Via Lagrange, 39) – €€

A local favorite for fresh handmade pasta. Try their agnolotti del plin or tajarin al tartufo, quick, authentic, and deeply satisfying.

After-Work Aperitivo: When Tech Meets Tradition

Porto di Savona (Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 2) – €€

Old-school Piedmontese cuisine in a prime location. Great for a relaxed aperitivo with a view, try the vitello tonnato or anchovies with green sauce.

Smile Tree (Piazza della Consolata, 9) – €€

Creative cocktails, quirky presentations, and a vibrant atmosphere. Perfect spot to unwind post-conference.

PoDiCiotto (Corso Moncalieri, 18) – € to €€

Situated along the Po River, it offers a relaxed atmosphere with colorful tables perfect for enjoying a meal or a drink by the water. The establishment is part of a sports and social club, making it an ideal spot for both casual dining and post-game gatherings.

Dinner: Impress Your Co-Founders (or Investors)

Ristorante Del Cambio (Piazza Carignano, 2) – €€€€

One of Turin’s most prestigious restaurants (Michelin-starred), dating back to 1757. A memorable fine dining experience, great for VIP meetings or celebrating a successful pitch.

Scannabue (Via Cesare Lombroso, 22) – €€ to €€€

Loved by locals for its Piedmontese comfort food with a gourmet twist. Cozy, elegant, and always reliable.

Antica Bruschetteria Pautasso (Piazza Emanuele Filiberto, 4) – €€

Known for its bagna cauda (a classic Piedmontese sauce dish) and cuts of Fassona.

Late-Night Sweet Fix

Gelateria La Romana (multiple locations) – €

Artisanal gelato that’s as smooth as your last funding round. Get the “crema dal 1947” or thehazelnut & chocolate swirl.

Guido Gobino (Via Lagrange, 1) – €€

Turin is the home of gianduja. Stop here for high-end chocolate tasting or to take a few gifts home.

Bonus Tips

• Book ahead: During Italian Tech Week, top spots fill up fast, especially in the city center.
• Try the local wine: Look for Barolo, Barbera, or Arneis on the wine list.
• Piedmont specialties to try: Vitello tonnato, bagna càuda, tajarin, agnolotti, bonet (chocolate pudding).

Wherever you go, Turin’s blend of tradition and innovation, much like Italian Tech Week itself, will leave a lasting impression. Buon appetito!

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For more restaurant recommendations, food discoveries, and culinary insights from Turin and beyond, follow Sofia on Instagram: @corrorischi