Restaurant in Turin, Italy
Serious Piedmontese cooking at bistro prices.
Tuorlo holds two consecutive Michelin Plates (2024–2025) and sits at €€ pricing — a combination that's hard to match in central Turin. The renovated bistro space on Via Sant'Agostino applies modern technique to Piedmontese tradition, with a courtyard for summer dining and a wine list that takes the region seriously. Easy to book relative to Turin's higher-end competition.
If you're weighing Tuorlo against Turin's higher-end options like Del Cambio or Piano35, the honest answer is this: Tuorlo costs significantly less, holds two consecutive Michelin Plates (2024 and 2025), and sits in the €€ price tier. For a special occasion dinner where you want real kitchen craft without a €€€€ bill, it's worth booking before you consider the alternatives.
Tuorlo occupies a renovated bistro on Via Sant'Agostino, 15B in Turin's historic centre, and the interior does real work here. The renovation has kept the bones of a classic Torinese bistro while threading in contemporary furnishings that feel considered rather than generic. The result is a room that reads intimate without feeling cramped — the kind of space where a two-person dinner doesn't feel exposed and a small group doesn't feel squeezed. For a special occasion, the spatial register matters: this isn't a casual trattoria, and it isn't a stiff fine-dining room either. It sits usefully in between. The courtyard to the rear adds genuine value in summer , a sheltered outdoor space for relaxed dining that's hard to find at this price tier in central Turin. If you're planning a warm-weather visit, request that courtyard table when you book.
The kitchen's approach is Piedmontese tradition reinterpreted through modern technique. That means the flavour references , the regional ingredients, the classic recipe architecture , are present and recognisable, but the execution applies a lighter, more contemporary hand. This is a meaningful distinction in a city where you can easily find either strict traditionalists or venues that have drifted so far into innovation that the regional identity dissolves. Tuorlo holds a productive middle ground. The Michelin Plate recognition in both 2024 and 2025 signals consistent kitchen quality: the Plate is awarded for good cooking, not just for ambition, which makes it a reliable indicator that the food delivers across visits rather than peaking on a good night. With a Google rating of 4.6 across 314 reviews, the diner consensus aligns with Michelin's assessment.
The wine list is specifically called out as a good choice , which in Turin, a city serious about Barolo, Barbaresco, and the broader Piedmontese canon, is not a throwaway detail. For a special occasion dinner, a thoughtful Piedmontese wine list is directly relevant to the value calculation: you're not paying €€€€ prices, but you should still be able to drink well. For reference, the Langhe is roughly an hour south of Turin, meaning any list drawing on local producers has access to some of Italy's most credible red wine geography. If wine is a priority for your meal, Tuorlo's list is a practical reason to choose it over comparable-priced options. Check the current list when you arrive rather than assuming any specific bottles , wine lists at this level rotate and what's available changes seasonally. For broader context on Turin's drinking culture and bar options alongside dinner, see our full Turin bars guide.
Tuorlo works leading for: a date dinner where you want the room to feel special but the bill to stay reasonable; a small group celebration (the bistro format suits parties of two to four more naturally than larger groups); or a solo diner who wants to eat seriously without the performative formality of a tasting-menu room. The €€ price tier and the bistro spatial format both signal that this is a place where the food is taken seriously but the atmosphere stays relaxed. That combination is harder to find in Turin's central neighbourhood than the number of restaurants might suggest. For solo dining specifically, the intimate room size and bistro service format make this a more comfortable choice than some of the larger contemporary Italian options in the city. For broader dining context, our full Turin restaurants guide covers the range from neighbourhood trattorias to Michelin-starred rooms.
Tuorlo is rated Easy to book relative to Turin's competitive set , a meaningful advantage over options like Condividere or Cannavacciuolo Bistrot, which require more lead time. That said, Easy doesn't mean same-day. For a weekend dinner or a specific occasion date, book at least one to two weeks out. For the courtyard in summer, give yourself more runway , those tables are the most requested. There's no phone number or website listed in our data, so arrive at the restaurant directly or use a third-party reservation platform to secure your table. For broader Turin planning, our full Turin hotels guide, wineries guide, and experiences guide cover the rest of your stay.
Reservations: Book 1–2 weeks ahead for weekends; courtyard tables require more lead time in summer. Budget: €€ , mid-range pricing, good value relative to the Michelin Plate quality level. Dress: Smart casual; the contemporary bistro register doesn't demand formal attire but rewards being slightly dressed up for a special occasion. Getting there: Via Sant'Agostino, 15B, Turin historic centre , walkable from most central Turin hotels.
Tuorlo sits in a different tier than Italy's marquee contemporary addresses. If you're building an Italy itinerary around serious dining, venues like Osteria Francescana in Modena, Uliassi in Senigallia, or Dal Pescatore in Runate occupy a separate category. Tuorlo's value is specifically as a well-executed, Michelin-recognised neighbourhood bistro in Turin , it's the right choice for the right trip, not a destination meal that anchors an itinerary. For creative contemporary Italian cooking at a higher intensity, Reale in Castel di Sangro or Atelier Moessmer Norbert Niederkofler in Brunico make better comparisons. Internationally, the bistro-with-serious-kitchen format that Tuorlo occupies has parallels at Jungsik in Seoul and César in New York City , different cities, same instinct to apply rigour without formality. For a Turin dinner that prioritises value, consistency, and a room that works for occasions, Tuorlo is a sound call. For the full picture of what's available in the city at every price point, start with our Turin restaurants guide.
The kitchen is grounded in Piedmontese tradition with modern technique applied to classic regional recipes. Expect dishes that reference local ingredients and flavour profiles. Since specific current menu items aren't confirmed in our data, ask your server what's seasonal when you arrive , the approach is consistent enough that the kitchen's strengths carry across the menu rather than being concentrated in one or two dishes.
Yes. The bistro format and intimate room size make solo dining comfortable here , more so than at larger contemporary Italian rooms in Turin. At €€ pricing, it's also an easy spend for one. If solo dining is your plan, the counter or smaller tables tend to suit single diners better than the main dining room; mention it when booking.
At the same €€ price tier, Consorzio is the natural comparison , strictly Piedmontese, well-regarded, similar spend. If you want to move up a tier, Condividere and Del Cambio both sit at €€€€ and deliver more ambitious cooking. La Limonaia is worth considering if you want a different ambiance. The decision comes down to budget and how much kitchen ambition you want for your evening.
No specific dietary policy is confirmed in our data. Given the Piedmontese-focused menu, some dishes may be built around meat and dairy , standard for the regional tradition. Contact the restaurant directly ahead of your visit if dietary restrictions are a factor; don't assume flexibility without confirming.
No tasting menu is confirmed in our data for Tuorlo. The bistro format suggests an à la carte or set-menu approach rather than a full tasting progression. At €€ pricing, the value calculation is direct: you're paying bistro prices for Michelin Plate cooking, which is a strong proposition regardless of format. Verify the current menu structure when you book.
Yes, with the right expectations. The renovated bistro space, courtyard option in summer, and Michelin Plate kitchen create the conditions for a special occasion dinner , without the formal weight of a €€€€ tasting-menu room. It's the right call for a birthday dinner, anniversary, or date night where atmosphere and food quality matter but you don't want the evening to feel like a formal event. For a more elaborate special occasion, Del Cambio or Piano35 raise the stakes further , but they cost significantly more.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Booking Difficulty | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuorlo | Contemporary | €€ | Decorated in elegant bistro style and skilfully renovated with contemporary furnishings, Tuorlo serves dishes based on traditional Piedmontese recipes reinterpreted with modern techniques and personal touches. Good choice of wines, plus an attractive little courtyard to the rear for relaxed summer dining.; Michelin Plate (2025); Michelin Plate (2024) | Easy | — |
| Condividere | Progressive, Italian Contemporary | €€€€ | Michelin 1 Star | Unknown | — |
| Unforgettable | Modern Italian, Innovative | €€€€ | Michelin 1 Star | Unknown | — |
| Del Cambio | Progressive Italian, Contemporary | €€€€ | Michelin 1 Star | Unknown | — |
| Consorzio | Piemontese, Piedmontese | €€ | Unknown | — | |
| Piano35 | Italian Contemporary | €€€€ | Michelin 1 Star | Unknown | — |
Comparing your options in Turin for this tier.
The kitchen builds on traditional Piedmontese recipes reinterpreted with modern technique, so dishes rooted in regional ingredients are where it earns its Michelin Plate recognition. Lean toward whatever reflects local Piedmontese staples — that's the kitchen's clear strength. The wine list is specifically noted as a good choice, so pairing with something from the Barolo or Barbaresco canon is a sound call at the €€ price point.
It's a workable solo option — the bistro format and courtyard setting are relaxed enough that a solo diner won't feel out of place. At €€, the bill stays manageable without a group to split it. That said, the room skews toward couples and small groups, so solo diners should expect a convivial rather than anonymous atmosphere.
Consorzio is the closest comparison: also Piedmontese-focused, similarly priced, and more casual in tone. Del Cambio sits a tier above in both price and formality — worth it for a landmark occasion but a different spend entirely. Piano35 offers the rooftop setting if location matters more than cuisine depth. Condividere, backed by the Ferran Adrià connection, is the pick if you want a more theatrical format.
No specific dietary policy is documented for Tuorlo. Given the Piedmontese focus — a cuisine that leans heavily on meat, egg, and dairy — guests with significant restrictions should check the venue's official channels before booking. The menu's regional anchoring means flexibility may be limited compared to broader contemporary Italian restaurants.
No tasting menu format is confirmed in available data for Tuorlo. The bistro format and €€ pricing suggest an à la carte or set-menu structure rather than a long tasting progression. If a tasting menu format is your priority, Cannavacciuolo Bistrot or Del Cambio are the more appropriate Turin options.
Yes, with the right expectations. Two consecutive Michelin Plates (2024–2025) give it credibility, the renovated bistro interior reads as occasion-worthy, and the rear courtyard works well for a summer celebration. It's better suited to a birthday dinner or anniversary where the bill staying at €€ matters than to a high-stakes corporate event — for that, Del Cambio is the call.
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