Ristorante Il Boccone in Centrum

Last week, we had a reasonably priced meal at this cozy restaurant with super friendly service. We went for the surprise menu, something we always do when dining out. It had a great variety and dishes you wouldn't normally order yourself. Unfortunately, with our six-course dinner, we received two prawns, two lobster dishes, and one salmon dish. The only dessert wasn't fish. It's a shame there's so little variety, and I think you should expect a surprise menu to offer some variety. A la carte is apparently fine, but in our opinion, the surprise menu isn't.

Il Boccone is undoubtedly a culinary gem in Arnhem. An accessible restaurant with a well-balanced Italian menu. The wine selection complements the food perfectly, and the price-quality ratio is simply excellent. The restaurant has become very popular (understandably), making reservations in advance a must. If that's not possible, I recommend having lunch at Il Boccone, because it's truly fantastic! The staff is very friendly and clearly has Italian roots, which definitely enhances the restaurant's atmosphere. Not everyone speaks Dutch, which sometimes takes away some nuance from communication, hence the one star deducted for service, but it should have been a quarter star. Il Boccone is highly recommended!

I finally managed to eat at Il Boccone. Usually, I think about it too late, and by then it's already packed. It's a small, cozy restaurant. A real Italian. The staff even all speak Italian. At least, I think they do, because I don't understand it. I had a risotto ball as a starter, which is highly recommended. For the main course, I had a calzone, which was deliciously tender. For dessert, I had a scroppino. Legend 1) Terrible! I don't recommend it, I'll never come back! 2) Too bad, below my expectations, I won't be back. 3) Okay, nothing wrong with it, but nothing special, nice for a one-time visit. 4) Fine, worth coming back. 5) Excellent! I recommend it, I'll definitely be back!

Great food, highly recommended TOP

Delicious pizza and pasta, and even though we hadn't reserved a table, we were still welcomed for a while. Good food and excellent service.

We had another wonderful meal here. Authentic Italian food. Delicious pasta and meat dishes. Affordable wines. Quiet yet very centrally located. Small-scale. Italian clientele. Very friendly service. Delicious melon liqueur afterward.

WARNING: Avoid this restaurant EVEN WITH A RESERVATION!We booked for 5:45 PM. Their own policy states they hold tables for 1 hour. We were only 15 minutes late. Unbelievably, they canceled our reservation just 10 minutes after our scheduled time!** While we were frantically rushing to get there! Upon arrival, the staff was extremely unfriendly and turned us away. **We drove an hour and a half for NOTHING!*This restaurant is clearly too busy and cares ZERO about customer experience. They blatantly disregard their own website policy. DO NOT COME HERE! Don't waste your time and effort like we did!

Calzone pizza & salmon tagliatelle - delicious 10/10. Great atmosphere!

We came here to celebrate our anniversary and I'm not disappointed. I think this is one of the best Italian restaurants in Arnhem. This is a very nice restaurant that offers really tasty Italian cuisines. Restaurant is quite small, so reservation in advance is important. They have pasta and pizza with a perfect portion. I normally couldn't finish my plate since the Dutch portion is mostly quite big, but this one I actually can finish up all my pasta. The service is also nice and friendly. I definitely recommend this restaurant!

Fantastic, we will definitely come back again, very tasty, friendly staff, cozy atmosphere. 👌🏼

Delicious food and friendly service.

Food is excellent, but the wines we drank (Fiano and Primitivo) were disappointing and the 2 bottles of water we had (carrying a lable telling its ‘genuine’ tab water) exessively expensive (€6 a piece).

Italian… with a stopwatch We had a great meal in a small but atmospheric Italian restaurant. It started off promisingly: a delicious carpaccio as a starter — thinly sliced, well-seasoned and lovingly prepared. The pasta vongole was delicious. Then came the fish ravioli… Unfortunately. Dry, tasteless and as un-Italian as ketchup on your carbonara. Fortunately, the mushroom ravioli made up for it: creamy, full of flavour and completely “mamma mia”. The coffee? That was great. But then… the eating time rules. Seriously? A table lock from 6:00 to 6:15 PM? So un-Italian!!! Too bad, because the atmosphere and some of the food actually invite you to linger. In short: nice place, friendly atmosphere, varied food — but hopefully they will soon remove the stopwatch when making reservations. Italy is about la dolce vita, not la dolce deadline.

What a lovely restaurant! The atmosphere, the food and the service are great. The food feels like real classic Italian. The location is in the heart of the city, but still in a quiet place. If I have to mention a small point, it is that the space around our table is a bit tight and I could not easily pass the others, but that certainly did not spoil the fun. I will definitely come back here! My compliments to all the employees of the restaurant.

Amazing place! Super delicious food and very caring personnel. Surely would like to come back in the future. If you want to eat and not just to have drinks – make sure you arrive earlier than one hour until they close .

Last Thursday my girlfriend and I had reserved a table for 2 at 7:30 PM. We were not helped quickly so we decided, when the waiter finally came, to order our starters right away (both a carpaccio). According to the waiter this was not possible, the intention was that we would order our entire order including main course/dessert at once. My girlfriend and I had not looked at the menu yet so I asked the waiter to come back soon. Again this took a long time, so long that my girlfriend and I were not that hungry anymore and decided to just order a starter. When we finally told the waiter this we were told that this was not possible. My girlfriend and I did not understand what the waiter meant exactly and asked for an explanation. He told us that if we only ordered a starter we could leave. My girlfriend and I could not believe it, did not feel comfortable with a discussion and left the restaurant immediately. Incomprehensible!

A great restaurant👌 Took the chef's surprise menu. Everything was very tasty and the quantity was more than enough. The service was also very good, very friendly. I would like to eat there often. Please keep it up 👌

Very tasty, very friendly, nice atmosphere, would love to go again!!!

Cozy, busy restaurant with authentic Italian food.

Be careful if you go with a group of +6 people. We had made a reservation for 10 people but in the end 2 people were prevented at the last minute, so we arrived with 8 people. We were then told that, because 10 people had been expected and 2 people had not cancelled, we would be charged for 10 people. This surprised us because this was not announced in the confirmation email or on the website. Discussion led to nothing and preparing less food was not negotiable. We paid for 10 people and unfortunately this left a bad taste in our mouths. The food was otherwise fine.

Everything perfect! The quality of the food is very good.

Very nice place with friendly service and good Italian chef. Delicious food in a relaxed atmosphere. Popular place so reservations are recommended!

I really don't understand why it's not always packed here... What a gem of a restaurant in a tucked away spot! If you want real and super tasty Italian food, this is the place to be

Excellent food. Everything was so well put together and very tasty. Can wholeheartedly recommend!

Had a lovely meal yesterday. Staff is very friendly. Too bad the tables are so close together.

We had a really nice evening at this restaurant. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, they made us feel at ease straight away. The food was excellent, really tasty and well prepared. The atmosphere is very pleasant, so much so that we wanted to stay for hours more to chat and relax. We will definitely be back soon, it was a really nice experience!

Wow! Incredibly delicious: fresh, tasty and in fine portions. And that with exceptionally sweet and nice service and in a very cozy ambiance. Our kids also loved it (even our eggplant 😉). We would love to come back again.

Awesome. One of the view authentic Italian kitchen tastes in NLD

Great food. Very nice wines. Too bad the music was so loud.

Very annoying situation with tables too close to each other, giving absolutely no privacy (especially on the terrace). I can hear people talking uncomfortably close to each other and have the feeling that we are actually sitting at the same table. It casts a small shadow over the delicious food and friendly staff.

Very tasty. Lots of vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu for an average Italian.

Of course! Here's the elevated English version of your review with more flair and decisiveness: From the moment we walked in, we were embraced by a warm, intimate atmosphere that set the perfect tone for the evening. The arancini and the tenderloin were nothing short of spectacular — each bite a refined explosion of flavor that lingered beautifully. The staff was exceptionally attentive and genuinely kind, adding a personal touch that made the experience all the more memorable. We’re already counting down the days until our next visit to indulge in more of their culinary delights.

Absolutely fantastic, lovely restaurant with wonderful food and incredibly good service. Very rich dishes and their pork shank was really tender and delicious.

The food was very good and the service was nice

The food is very fresh and delicious!!

A truly authentic Italian restaurant in the heart of Arnhem. Very nice service and delicious food, unfortunately some dishes were on the salty side, otherwise they would have been five stars. It is also quite busy and noisy. Highly recommended!

Italian, but as intended. Good service and delicious food.

From art! Great food. Tiramisu as it should be ❤️ Delicious wines. Pure enjoyment!

One of the best Italian restaurants I've had the pleasure of eating at. Well priced, fresh, delicious food and wine. Staff extremely friendly and accommodating, good for the family.

Cozy atmosphere, delicious authentic Italian food, fine wines, nice service.

Congratulations, congratulations!! Everything was delicious. The prosecco, the spaghetti alla Norma and the tiramisu. Great service! The atmosphere too. I'll be back soon! Best regards from Groningen.

Cozy and intimate atmosphere. Good and cheerful service.

Very nice, comfortably furnished. Prices are more than okay. Food was very tasty 😊

What a great authentic restaurant this is! It was our first time at Il Boccone and we actually enjoyed everything. The attentive and friendly service, the beautiful flavors and beautiful wines (our Brunello paired perfectly with the saltimbocca, the linguine vongole, the spaghetti carbonara (real, so based on egg!) and the pizza with spicy salami). We found everything to be a high point scorer. If I had to mention one small point, it would be the light: it could be a little stronger so that the dishes are more visible and therefore contribute even better to the overall experience. All in all: Grazie mille per la splendida serata. Ci vediamo presto!

Ate here with my best friend. I must say very good! And the non-alcoholic beer was also very good!

Had dinner with two people on a Wednesday evening. I haven't had such a delicious, authentic Italian meal in a long time. Pinsa romana as a starter and Tagliatelle Salmone as a main course. Enjoyed both until the last bite! Service is excellent, compliments. Atmosphere also good, although personally it was a bit too dark. With a little more light, the menu was easier to read and the dishes were also visually attractive. But that didn't spoil the fun. I will definitely come back again.

Music was a bit loud. But nice atmosphere. Staff were friendly. Food was clearly fresh. Flavors were fine.

Delicious Italian food. Feels like you are really in Italy.

We had such a lovely dinner here last week. The friendly Italian staff hosted a perfect evening, and we were amazed by the authentic dishes. A place to return to!

Boccone, a mouthful of pure splendor, Smooth and rich, with a flavor that smiles. Every fork lifts you to a dream, Where cream and spices flow together'. The paste soft, so full of power, With cheese that melted and brought love. A touch of garlic, pepper, herb, An explosion of flavor that never fades or creeps. O Boccone, your glow so warm, Embraces my soul, fills every charm'. A plate of yours, a party, an art, Heaven probably tastes just like art.

All was fine but considering that main food came 30 minutes before the time we were told we need to leave, we couldn’t really enjoy a nice dessert and koffie and thee. So you need to choose whether you want a starter more or a dessert because you don’t have enough time for the whole experience which is a pity for for a specialised Italian restaurant, I hope they learn from their feedback. Normally in 2 hours 45 minutes we should be able to have it all if service as efficient enough

A cozy little top restaurant in the heart of Arnhem. Very tasty foccacia An excellent Amatriciana And a deliciously refreshing sgroppino

I went to Il boccone for the second time on Saturday evening and it was clearly a very different experience than the first time. Starting with the food, this was not bad except for the vitello Tonnato, which clearly came out of the freezer too cold and wet. The service of 3 people was extremely difficult to understand, no Dutch and English was also poor, no attention for the guests. After entering we had to wait 20 minutes. A card is thrown over your shoulder onto the table with the note Drinks. And the rest of the evening is not much different. Very annoying, there is a shift at 7:00 PM, so all tables are empty. We also hear our findings from other guests. The place is so full that you have to put on your coat outside. In short, no 3rd time for us.

I had a calzone as a main course and the taste was excellent and just like being in the heart of Italy. And for dessert an Italian-style crème brulee. Very tasty.

We were looking for something for lunch and came across this restaurant thanks to the good Google rating. It was absolutely delicious. Fresh ciabatta, homemade antipasti including pesto and tomato sauce. Excellent salads but the pinsa at the next table looked great. Great espresso ☕️ and very attentive and very friendly service. Top!!!

Reserved for 2 people on a Saturday, after we sat down at our table no one came to ask what we wanted to drink. After 20 minutes someone finally came to the table, after which we ordered our drinks and the starter. That all happened at once fifteen minutes later. The food was fine, but the restaurant was very full, actually too full. Therefore 3 stars for both service and atmosphere.

Schon wieder in Arnhem, also wieder ins il boccone. Der nette Service wieder vor Ort 👍 Küche wieder super . Diesmal eine Pizza mit Kürbis, Walnuss und Mozzarella zur Vorspeise geteilt, danach lecker hausgemachte Nudeln mit Muscheln und Garnelen 🍤 Vielen Dank 🙏 es war wieder super bei euch

Really delicious food, had a four course surprise menu that was really worth it and very attentive and friendly service. Top.

Everything was great! The food, the atmosphere and the people working there 👌 A true Italian restaurant

One of the best Italian restaurants in the Arnhem area. Eating out here is always a treat. The food is delicious, the wine excellent, and the staff very friendly!

The food, mood and staff were amazing. The only negative point I could point out is that it was quite loud inside.

Sicilian cuisine comes with warm hospitality.

So incredibly delicious! Just a disappointment once your plate is empty. Service is also very friendly and helpful. Great restaurant.

Fantastic Italian restaurant in the heart of Arnhem, delicious food and great service, casual atmosphere, highly recommended!!!!

This is the third time I come here. It was very good again. The food tasted delicious and the service was very friendly. I'll definitely be back!

We were there on Christmas Day. I wasn't feeling well, but what great service this team gave me. The true Italian mentality. I recommend them to everyone. And we will definitely come back.

Food was great but they gave us a reservation slot of 1 hour and 15 minutes. We wanted to order quickly but had to wait to order both starter and main course. The main course came 10 minutes before the end of our slot because it took 15 minutes between starter and main. Got kicked out with a doggy bag which is pretty crazy if you are in a restaurant. If u allow these slots u have to be clear about what u can order and don’t have crazy delays while ordering and for the food to come out.

Not a lot of space, but everything else is perfect

Delicious food but very pricey (above 60 euros per person for three courses with drinks). Service was reasonable but not more than that. Taking the high price into account, I get 3 stars.

We had a really delicious meal! Authentic Italian dishes that tasted really good. Service was very friendly and helpful. The only downside was the fact that you could not get tap water (even though we had ordered several alcoholic drinks). I will definitely recommend Il Boccone, you have to go here at least once!

Finalmente una pizza italiana come si deve in Olanda! Ogni volta che siamo qui ci sentiamo un po’ a casa. Unica pecca da migliorare: l’arancino. Per il resto super! - Elke keer dat we hier zijn, voelen we ons een beetje thuis. Het enige verbeterpunt: de arancino. Voor de rest: top!

Great restaurant, service very good, food was delicious.

Super tasty food and a nice atmosphere, but unfortunately a downside for the service. I was with 3 friends and we wanted to share some dishes. We were recommended to do the antipasti platter twice with a mix of all the starters, even though we thought in advance that this would be too much. When we ordered 2 main courses to share, we were also advised to order 3 main courses, otherwise it would really not be enough. Because we don't really know how big the portions are, we followed the advice and also ordered 3 main courses. Afterwards it turned out that we had already had enough after the antipasti planks, so we only had one of the main courses. A great shame of course, because that resulted in an expensive voucher, while we could not fully enjoy it.

Very tasty food, friendly service, nice atmosphere and delicious wine. Absolutely recommended!

At first, I felt a little disappointed with our table being next to the kitchen, which isn't our preferred spot. However, the staff made a genuine effort to find us a better table, and we truly appreciated their willingness to accommodate us. Ultimately, it’s the little things that matter. The food, with its delightful presentation and use of premium ingredients, is simply exquisite. We adore every bite. The atmosphere is inviting and warm, making it the perfect backdrop for cherished moments, whether for a couple or a family.

Everything about this restaurant is great; the decor, the staff, the wine and especially the food. Also nice, the staff is Italian, which gives you that real holiday feeling. Highly recommended!

Wir waren in 4 Tagen Arnhem 2 mal hier zu Abend essen. Pizza 👍 Nudelgerichte sehr schmackhaft , Dessert und Käse lecker lecker Es ist eine Küche mit ♥️ Service sehr gut ,der Herr aus Rom ein toller Gastgeber. Danke für alles

Heerlijk, knus, gezellig restaurant. Prima bediening en voortreffelijk eten. Wel wat warmpjes, dus luchtig kleden.

Delicious Italian food, classic multiple courses, but also pizza. A bit on the expensive side, especially the carafe of water (tap water?) at 5.95 is way too expensive in my opinion. Service does not speak Dutch, beware of misunderstandings when paying in English.

Il Boccone in Arnhem is my go-to spot in the neighborhood, and for good reason. This cozy Italian restaurant takes you on a culinary journey through all regions of Italy. The hospitality is exceptional; you always feel welcome, whether it’s your first visit or you’re a regular. I love bringing friends here because the quality is consistently excellent, and every dish impresses. Besides the fantastic food, Il Boccone also offers a great selection of wines, all at an affordable price. An absolute must-visit for anyone who appreciates authentic Italian cuisine!

It was honestly the best food I had all year.

Best Italian restaurant I've ever been to! Delicious authentic food and professional service.

Super delicious food! Nice small, attractive place. But of course the most important thing… real Italians and delicious real Italian food. The only downside we think is that they charge €5.75 for a bottle of water and do not serve a carafe of tap water while we drank 2 bottles of wine for €39. Will definitely come back to Arnhem for this.

Real Italian food in an Italian atmosphere with top service. Please reserve in advance. All tables occupied on Tuesday evening.

The food was delicious, but the service was really the icing on the cake. Very friendly and professional. Had a great evening!

Fresh pizzas, but we thought there was little taste in the pizzas. Salt and pepper helped. Nice service.

The best Italian food we have ever eaten. At the same time, it's a nice atmosphere. The cook sings to himself while cooking. We will definitely come back :)

Fantastic restaurant as an Italian who lives in Holland I can say the best Italian restaurant in the area. The staff is friendly and helpful I highly recommend it

You want to eat here! Delicious food, great service and great service

Che dire, uno di quei locali che difficilmente ti dimenticherai. Personale super e cibo eccellente, una gran bella serata, super consigliato!!

If you are a desperate Italian and you feel homesick, you don't know where to go to eat, come here and you will be satisfied!♥️

Fantastic atmosphere, like I'm in Italy. Super cozy! Everyone also speaks Italian 😀

Delicious food. There is a language problem! And therefore communication disorder. Walking outside I discovered that we had paid too little, I was not okay with that and went back. They didn't get it, oh would you like coffee. No, the coffee has not been paid for. Total bewilderment. I still want to pay for the coffee. Everything in English. Three additional employees. So I paid and when I got home I discovered that the water had not been paid for either. Well, sorry I left it that way.

The food was just perfect. The pasta vongole was beautifully flavored and the pasta cooked as in Italy. The drinks were rich and matched the food. In addition, the staff was friendly and I thought it was a plus that most of the employees came from Italy itself. We will definitely come back!!

Another delicious meal, this one outside, on a lovely summer evening.

We enjoyed a great Italian Sunday lunch here. This restaurant (right in the center of Arnhem) has been open since 2021. They have an attractive menu with something for everyone. There were Italians as guests, both in the service and in the kitchen: that is a good sign. We started with Torre Di Parmigiana: a delicious eggplant dish with buffalo mozzarella and tomato. Nice balance of flavors! We also ordered Carpaccio Di Pesce Spada Affumicato: a kind of carpaccio of smoked swordfish. It was a nice fresh dish where the freshness of the fish was clearly palpable. I didn't really notice that the fish had been smoked. Very tasty! We got some nice bread and olives with it. There is good olive oil and balsamic vinegar on the table. For the main course we ordered Calzone Siciliano: very tasty! A richly filled pizza with good dough. The salsiccia (pork sausage with fennel/anise) that was in it was really delicious. Good Gorgonzola too: you can taste it right away. We also tried a pasta dish: Ravioli Tartufo E Ricotta In Salsa Di Funghi, Salsiccia E Tartufo. This was homemade ravioli, beautifully al dente with a creamy sauce. The truffle and mushrooms were beautifully balanced. With good cheese on top: delicious. Actually, we had eaten enough after these dishes, but we couldn't resist ordering another Cannolo with the (good) coffee. This delicious -traditional Sicilian- dessert was really delicious. Crispy dough (with a layer of chocolate on the inside) and a deliciously creamy and sweet filling with pistachio. Highly recommended! We will definitely come back. We are very curious about the other dishes on the menu.

La vera cucina italiana in Olanda… complimenti allo chef e a tutto il personale di sala…materie prime di qualità eccellente direttamente dall’Italia ( e si sente) consigliato per pranzo e cena servizio veloce ed eccellente….grazie

Very good meal, everything is very good I recommend

We had dinner here for my friend's birthday. I had reserved the 6-course Special Chef's menu especially for this purpose. We had already heard several good stories about Il Boccone and they certainly did not disappoint. We love everything that breathes Italy and adore Italian cuisine. At Il Boccone you feel like you're in Italy. The beautiful wines, the beautiful, full Italian flavors of all dishes (the pasta with black truffle is truly fantastic), the Italian music in the background, the staff who speak Italian, the 'mama' in the kitchen... we really enjoyed it immensely. The dessert Cannolo Siciliano is so incredibly delicious, I have rarely had such a delicious dessert. What a recommendation! Because we had a special menu, we don't know what the pizzas taste like, but we have seen them several times and we will definitely come back. These are also very well priced (also applies to the pasta) and that is also worth something these days. Arrivederci, Il Boccone!

Very tasty food, delicious Arrabbiata and the swordfish was also a winner. Highly recommended by these Italians! Reservations are definitely necessary, the place was already full before 6 p.m. and will be full again later in the evening.