Cedri
Italian · Boschetto Vecchio, Perugia
Restaurant in Perugia, Italy
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Umbrian Creative Restraint
Chef
Emanuele Mazzella
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Cedri is the Perugia-area pick for a quieter, more deliberate Italian dinner outside the city-center circuit. The 2026 Relais Chateaux recognition gives it credibility, but the main reason to book is the Monte Petriolo setting and chef Emanuele Mazzella's Italian focus; choose it when atmosphere and a planned evening matter more than walkability.
About Cedri
Do not treat Perugia as only a quick stop between wider Umbrian plans. Cedri is a Italian restaurant in Perugia, with Emanuele Mazzella listed as chef/owner and dinner hours in the evening. Choose it when the meal is the point of the night, rather than when you need a fast, highly flexible stop.
The decision case is simple. Cedri is an Italian restaurant in Perugia with Emanuele Mazzella attached and a Relais Chateaux Award noted for 2026. That makes it a stronger fit for travelers who want a planned dinner than for anyone trying to keep the evening completely spontaneous. If the plan is built around comparing other dining in Perugia, keep Cedri on the shortlist alongside other local options rather than treating it as a casual fallback.
Choose it for a planned Perugia dinner
The main reason to choose Cedri is that the details point to an evening-focused restaurant rather than an all-day stop. Its listed hours are 7:30–10 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, with Tuesday closed. That schedule makes it best for diners who are ready to plan around dinner.
Tradeoff is flexibility. A restaurant with a narrow evening window requires more planning than a place suited to a loose daytime itinerary. For a full Perugia plan, pair this with the Perugia restaurants guide, then use the Perugia hotels guide to decide how the evening should be arranged around dinner.
Where it sits among Perugia's more familiar restaurant choices
Among Perugia options, Cedri is the one to consider when you want Italian cooking, a smart casual dress code, a dinner plan built around a specific evening window. It is less useful for diners who need lunch, broad schedule flexibility, or detailed public information on menu format, prices, or specific dishes.
For Italian food seekers comparing beyond Perugia, the useful question is not whether Cedri replaces destination restaurants elsewhere in Italy; it is whether it solves the Perugia dinner well. If the trip also includes other cities, places such as Spazio Roma or Harry's Bar are different-city references rather than direct substitutes. Cedri's practical value is local: it gives Perugia travelers a Italian dinner option to plan around.
Choose it for a deliberate evening, especially if the group is comfortable planning around the listed dinner hours.
Located inside
HotelBorgo dei Conti ResortFull hotel guidePlanning details
- Location
- Str. Montepetriolo, 26, 06132 Monte Petriolo PG, Italy
- Website
- borgodeicontiresort.com/it/hotel-con-ristoranti-umbria/ristorante-cedri
- Phone
- +39 075 600338
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cedri presents itself as a purposeful detour in the Umbrian countryside, a restaurant that rewards the effort required to reach it. The tone is quietly assured: creative cooking is framed through Italian restraint, where invention serves clarity rather than flourish. The setting—low hills and an out-of-town address—feels rustic and quietly charming, and the kitchen’s ambition draws diners who prioritize cooking over convenience. The overall impression is of a considered, low-key destination where food remains the protagonist, and arriving is part of the experience.
Best For
Cedri suits diners who are willing to make a deliberate trip for thoughtful, inventive Italian cooking. It reads as a destination for date nights and special occasions, and for anyone planning a short excursion from Perugia to taste a kitchen that privileges restraint and local context. The place attracts intent-driven guests rather than passersby, so it’s best for those seeking a focused evening meal—particularly dinner—where the provenance of the cooking and the creativity of the menu are the primary draws.
Ordering Tips
Book ahead and allow time for the scenic drive: arriving is part of the experience here. Prioritize the kitchen’s standout items—most notably the signature Carnaroli rice with Borgo hay and grey cheese—since the menu emphasizes creative execution rooted in local technique. Expect a menu that rewards curiosity and deliberate choices rather than casual grazing; come with an appetite for a composed, ingredient-forward meal and plan the evening as a destination dining experience.
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined and enchanting with bright natural light from large windows overlooking the Italian garden, featuring contemporary design inspired by surrounding vegetation.
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Vibe
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Extended Experience
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
Carnaroli Rice with Borgo hay and grey cheese
Planning details
Location
Str. Montepetriolo, 26, 06132 Monte Petriolo PG, Italy · Directions
borgodeicontiresort.com/it/hotel-con-ristoranti-umbria/ristorante-cedri
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Da Luciano, Italian, €€
- Trattoria Vino e Cibo, Italian, Italian
- Gallia Palace Beach - Golf - Spa - Resort, Italian, Italian
- Spazio Roma, Italian, Italian
- Harry's Bar, Italian, Italian
Restaurant context
How Cedri compares with other Italian options
Cedri is the more destination-minded choice if the goal is a composed Italian dinner near Perugia rather than a simple value play. Da Luciano is the clearer choice for a €€ Italian meal when budget control matters more than setting. Cedri makes more sense for travelers willing to trade convenience and price certainty for a quieter, more occasion-ready evening.
Trattoria Vino e Cibo is the safer alternative for diners who want a trattoria-style Italian plan without building the night around the room. Gallia Palace Beach - Golf - Spa - Resort reads more like a resort dining decision, so choose it when the broader property experience matters. Cedri is better suited to a focused dinner near Perugia.
Compared with Spazio Roma and Harry's Bar, Cedri is less about name recognition or urban convenience and more about a slower Italian evening outside the center. If booking ease is the priority, Cedri is listed as easy; if the trip needs a city-forward address, choose one of the alternatives instead.
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Compare Cedri
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedri | Perugia | Italian | 2026 Relais Chateaux Restaurants2025 Relais Chateaux Award | ; |
| Da Luciano | Passignano sul Trasimeno | Italian | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
| Trattoria Vino e Cibo | Senigallia | Italian | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Highly Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe | ; |
| Gallia Palace Beach - Golf - Spa - Resort | Punta Ala | Italian | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award | ; |
| Spazio Roma | Rome | Italian | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #3422024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #3572023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended | ; |
| Harry’s Bar | Rome | Italian | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #2452024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #3092023 OAD Casual in Europe Highly Recommended | ; |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cedri handle dietary restrictions?
Check directly with Cedri before you go, especially if the restriction is strict. The information confirms Cedri as an Italian restaurant in Perugia, but does not include a published dietary policy. If your request is complex, advance planning is the safest approach.
What should a first-timer know about Cedri?
Plan it as a dinner stop in Perugia, not a lunch option. Cedri is open from 7:30–10 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, with Tuesday closed. It is an Italian restaurant with Emanuele Mazzella listed as chef/owner and a Relais Chateaux Award noted for 2026.
What should I wear to Cedri?
Aim for smart casual. Cedri's dress code is smart casual, so neat evening wear is the safest choice.
Is lunch or dinner better at Cedri?
Dinner is the option here. Cedri is open from 7:30–10 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, with Tuesday closed. If you want a daytime meal in Perugia, choose another restaurant; if you want Cedri, plan for the evening.
Is Cedri good for a special occasion?
It can be, if you want an Italian dinner in Perugia and are comfortable planning around the evening hours. Cedri has a smart casual dress code, Emanuele Mazzella listed as chef/owner, a Relais Chateaux Award noted for 2026. For a different kind of meal, you might also compare it with Da Luciano or Trattoria Vino e Cibo.
What are alternatives to Cedri in Perugia?
Da Luciano and Trattoria Vino e Cibo are other Perugia names to compare when deciding where to eat. Cedri is the better call when you specifically want the combination of Italian cuisine, smart casual dress, evening hours. If your plans are broader than Perugia, Spazio Roma and Harry's Bar are different-city picks rather than direct substitutes.
What should I order at Cedri?
The information confirms Italian cuisine, but does not list signature dishes or a specific menu format. Ask the restaurant for the current menu direction when you contact Cedri, plan around the evening service window.
