The pretty and historic centre of Lucca is a lovely place to wander and explore if you have found a villa with pool in Lucca and are getting to know the area but, as you stroll around, you may soon find yourself quickly working up an appetite. If you are in need of refuelling while discovering the ancient and picturesque core of the city, then we highly recommend a visit to the charming Osteria Tosca, particularly if you happen to be headed to the nearby Puccini Museum that is a mere stone's throw away from the restaurant.
Osteria Tosca is located right in the centre of Lucca, in the Piazza Cittadella, next to the statue of beloved composer and lauded Lucchese son, Giacomo Puccini, who was born in a house only a few yards away. Cosy and inviting, the restaurant has a small garden area and an intimate interior and serves up the best of the tasty and wholesome home cooking from Lucca. Grab a seat inside in the pretty and romantic interior or relax at a table outside and take in the lovely surroundings and people-watch as typical scenes of Tuscan life unfold before you. Once you have settled in, you can then sit back, unwind, and enjoy a pleasant lunch or a relaxing evening tasting the menu of delicious local classics, paired with some great local wines, all at extremely fair prices.
Osteria Tosca is located right in the centre of Lucca, in the Piazza Cittadella, next to the statue of beloved composer and lauded Lucchese son, Giacomo Puccini, who was born in a house only a few yards away. Cosy and inviting, the restaurant has a small garden area and an intimate interior and serves up the best of the tasty and wholesome home cooking from Lucca. Grab a seat inside in the pretty and romantic interior or relax at a table outside and take in the lovely surroundings and people-watch as typical scenes of Tuscan life unfold before you. Once you have settled in, you can then sit back, unwind, and enjoy a pleasant lunch or a relaxing evening tasting the menu of delicious local classics, paired with some great local wines, all at extremely fair prices.
Using locally sourced and seasonal ingredients that staff are well-versed about and will be pleased to inform you of, head chef Michele meticulously prepares a wonderful menu of high-quality and delicious dishes using the best of materials and techniques. The beef made in the restaurant, for instance, is grilled on a lava stone barbecue to give a distinct and rich flavour and ensure it remains juicy. Lavish fish and seafood dishes are prepared with the freshest of ingredients to perfectly suit appetites and tastes during the hotter days of the summer months. Throughout the year, there is a wide and varied menu of delicately made antipasti, pizzas, pasta, meat, and fish dishes to choose from, giving you plenty of options and there are vegetarian and vegan choices available. Plus, Flavia's famous homemade tarts and cakes have become well-known as some of the best specialties in the area (the panna cotta is a particular favourite of many visitors!). Be sure to also ask for some wine pairing picks if you want to enjoy the perfect accompaniment to your meal as the wait staff will be delighted to help you find the right wine for you and your meal. If you're not a wine lover, don't worry, there are also beers, mixed drinks, and more to choose from that can be prepared by the bartender.
Perfect for a romantic meal or dinner with a group of your travel companions, a meal at Osteria Tosca is certain to ensure utterly attentive and friendly service, excellent value for money, some truly delicious and traditional local food prepared with only the best of ingredients, wonderful local wines and plenty of other drinks to choose from, and a great time to be had by all. Beloved by locals and those who are travelling in the area alike, there is a reason that so many will name this restaurant as one of the best places to grab something to eat while in the city. So, if you have found a villa with pool in Lucca and are looking for somewhere to grab a bite while you explore all that this charming gem of a city in Tuscany has to offer, then be sure to come and pay a visit to Osteria Tosca.
