Restaurant in Appignano, Italy
Bib Gourmand grill cooking, no hype.
A consecutive Michelin Bib Gourmand (2024 and 2025) set in a hilltop farmhouse outside Appignano, Osteria dei Segreti delivers serious Marche cooking — grilled meats, stuffed pigeon, roast goose, coniglio in porchetta — at a €€ price point that is hard to match in the region. Book if you are exploring Le Marche by car and want recognised quality without a four-star bill.
If you assume Osteria dei Segreti is just a pretty farmhouse restaurant coasting on countryside views, reset that expectation immediately. This is a Michelin Bib Gourmand-recognised kitchen — awarded in both 2024 and 2025 — serving serious Marche cuisine at a €€ price point that is genuinely difficult to find at this level of recognition anywhere in central Italy. Chef Daniele Citeroni Maurizi runs a menu built around grilled meats and regional specialities: stuffed pigeon, roast goose, and coniglio in porchetta (stuffed rabbit). These are not decorative nods to tradition , they are the main event. If you are exploring Le Marche and want to eat well without a €€€€ bill, this is one of the most compelling stops in the region.
The setting at Contrada Verdefiore, 41 in Appignano is a hilltop farmhouse with panoramic views across the Marche hills. Guestrooms and a spa are part of the property, so this works as an overnight stop or a dedicated lunch destination. The restaurant's focus is on meat , much of it grilled , which means the flavour profile here runs toward smoke, char, rendered fat, and the deep savouriness of slow-cooked poultry and rabbit. Coniglio in porchetta, a Marche staple, typically involves rabbit stuffed with wild fennel, garlic, and herbs before roasting; the result is more aromatic and layered than a simple roast, and it is the kind of dish that makes the region's cuisine worth seeking out specifically. Alongside it, roast goose and stuffed pigeon confirm that this kitchen is oriented around the whole-animal, seasonal cooking that defines inland Marche at its most direct.
The Bib Gourmand designation , Michelin's marker for good cooking at moderate prices , is the trust signal that matters most here. It has been awarded consecutively, which suggests consistency rather than a one-year peak. At €€, you are looking at a meal that punches well above its price bracket by any regional comparison. For food and wine travellers exploring the Marche interior, that consistency at this price is the deciding factor.
Farmhouse format also shapes the experience in practical ways. This is not an urban restaurant you drop into on a whim , Appignano requires a deliberate trip, and the location rewards guests who plan around it. If you are routing through the Macerata province, Osteria dei Segreti is the kind of place that justifies adjusting your itinerary. Pair the visit with a stay at the property to make the logistics work cleanly, particularly if you are exploring Le Marche by car. For more options in the area, see our full Appignano hotels guide.
Address: Contrada Verdefiore, 41, 62010 Appignano MC, Italy. Reservations: Bookings appear manageable , this is not a high-pressure reservation, but given the farmhouse format and limited covers, advance contact is sensible, especially for weekends. Budget: €€, consistent with Bib Gourmand pricing , expect a full meal with wine at moderate cost by Italian fine-dining standards. Dress: No formal dress code is specified; smart-casual fits the farmhouse setting. Getting there: Car is the practical option; the property is set in the hills outside Appignano and not accessible by public transport. Staying over: Guestrooms and a spa are available on-site. For wider options, see our Appignano hotels guide.
Within Le Marche and neighbouring regions, Uliassi in Senigallia is the region's three-Michelin-star benchmark , a fundamentally different price tier and format, but the reference point for what Marche cuisine can reach at its most ambitious. For Marche-rooted cooking at a more comparable price and commitment level, Anticofurlo in Acqualagna and Caffè Meletti in Ascoli Piceno are worth considering as part of a regional itinerary. For a broader view of where to eat in Appignano, see our full Appignano restaurants guide. If you are planning the wider trip, our Appignano bars guide, wineries guide, and experiences guide cover the rest of the region.
| Venue | Cuisine | Awards | Booking Difficulty | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osteria dei Segreti | Cuisine from the Marches | Situated amid hills in a secluded and panoramic location, this farmhouse offers guestrooms, a spa and a restaurant, where meat (often cooked over the grill) takes pride of place on the menu, alongside various local specialities such as stuffed pigeon, roast goose and “coniglio in porchetta” (stuffed rabbit).; Michelin Bib Gourmand (2025); Michelin Bib Gourmand (2024) | Easy | — |
| Atelier Moessmer Norbert Niederkofler | Italian, Creative | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| Dal Pescatore | Italian, Italian Contemporary | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| Osteria Francescana | Progressive Italian, Creative | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| Quattro Passi | Italian, Mediterranean Cuisine | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| Reale | Progressive Italian, Modern Cuisine | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
Side-by-side comparison to help you decide where to book.
The menu at Osteria dei Segreti centres on meat — grilled cuts, stuffed pigeon, roast goose, and stuffed rabbit are the kitchen's signature territory. Vegetarians or guests avoiding meat will find the menu a poor fit. check the venue's official channels before booking if dietary needs are a factor, as specific accommodation details are not publicly confirmed.
This is a hilltop farmhouse in rural Appignano, not a white-tablecloth city address. Comfortable, presentable casual wear is the practical call — think a clean shirt or blouse rather than a suit. The Bib Gourmand designation signals serious cooking at accessible prices, which tends to attract a relaxed crowd rather than a formal one.
The kitchen's identity is built on grilled meats and Marche farmhouse classics: stuffed pigeon, roast goose, and coniglio in porchetta (stuffed rabbit) are the confirmed specialities from the venue record. If you're visiting for anything other than meat-led regional cooking, you're in the wrong room — but if that's your target, order the grill and the house classics.
Within Le Marche, Uliassi in Senigallia is the region's three-Michelin-star reference point — a fundamentally different price tier and format. For Bib Gourmand-level value with regional cooking elsewhere in central Italy, the comparison set broadens, but Osteria dei Segreti's farmhouse setting and focus on grilled meats gives it a distinct position that few direct local rivals replicate at the same price range (€€).
Specific tasting menu details and pricing are not confirmed in the venue record, so a direct verdict on format value isn't possible here. What is confirmed: back-to-back Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition (2024 and 2025) at a €€ price range suggests the kitchen delivers regional quality above its price point. Call ahead or check current menus before booking if the tasting format is your priority.
Yes, with the right expectations. The combination of a panoramic hilltop farmhouse, guestrooms, a spa, and two consecutive Bib Gourmand years makes it a credible choice for a celebratory meal or a short stay in the Marche hills. It works best for occasions where the setting and regional cooking matter more than a formal city-restaurant atmosphere — a weekend trip or a low-key anniversary is a better fit than a corporate dinner.
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