All'Olivo is an amazing Tuscan restaurant. Our first time in Lucca, and we typically try as many places as we can; this one we went back to. This is a beautiful place tucked back in a corner of the old town inside the walls. The outside area was cool and shaded for a lunch meal, and quiet and peaceful in the evening. The staff is helpful; we left wine choice to them and were not disappointed! The millefoglie melanzana raises eggplant to a whole new level. My adult daughter at home picks the mushrooms out of everything; here she devoured the tagliatelle con funghi with relish. It's rare for me to leave five star reviews, but All'Olivo earns it! read more

Unfortunately disappointing food was average nothing like what we had hoped for . Service was fine as was the ambiance.

My husband and I went here with a reservation (they open for dinner at 7) on our first night into town. After the long flight it was just what the Dr. ordered. The book shelves filled with wine surrounding us on all sides. The seabass carved off the bone at our table. The oven-roasted Tuscan vegetables with crispy rosemary. The focaccia bread dipped in olive oil. The waitress was wonderful, responsive to our every need. read more

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Amazing Italian place in Luca, Italy! Seafood, pasta, all just outstanding. We told them to bring us whatever they wanted for starters. Great decision! Octopus, calamari, sardines, eggplant, artichoke crepes - I'm not sure what else, but it was fantastic. Next up, the gnocchi salsiccia broccoletti, and maccheroni Trabaccolata were so wonderful (the waiter had to type those in)! We then went dessert without ever having a main course. No room left! So semifredo al croccante as well as cheesecake con frutti di bosco (you're going to have to Google these)! In conclusion, you don't even need to look at the menu - just let them feed you, unless you're on a budget. If you're ever in Luca, don't even think about eating anywhere else! read more

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The location on this map is obviously wrong because this restaurant is located within the walls of Lucca. This was one of those restaurants where every time the waiter brought something to someone else's table it looked amazing and we had to ask what it was. Overall this was one of the best meals I had on this trip, definitely the best in Lucca. The chef of one of my favorite restaurants in Firenze (Trattoria icche c'e' c'e') recommended this place, and then the owner of our bed and breakfast said it was overpriced and not very good, but we found ourselves right next to it at about the time that other restaurants were closing and we wanted to eat. Eat we did. The lamb was probably the highlight. They managed to get it soft and juicy on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside. The saltimbocca was also outstanding. I don't remember what was in the pasta I had but it might have just been fresh pappardelle with cherry tomatoes, zucchini slivers, and a lot of crumbled parmigiano. Elegant. The ravioli with ragu were also excellent, but the meat/nonmeat ratio was quite high. Not for the faint of heart. The desserts was panna cotta with berries and a sweet cream gelato over strawberries marinated in grand marnier. Some people get to eat this way every day. Life's not fair. read more

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A very romantic and more importantly delicious restaurant. Excellent selection of sea food and vegetarian dishes. A bit pricey but worth it One of the better meals in Luca read more

All'olivo - A very tasty, but somewhat expensive restaurant. - Italian Near Me - Lucca, LU

Outstanding food and wine in Lucca. Ate there twice in one day! Very attentive and helpful staff and manager

Highly recommend not going to this establishment. We were recommended this place by a friend who frequently visits for work. We drove 40 minutes by car just to eat here. We had an early lunch on a Thursday afternoon. The atmosphere is beautiful. The food is mediocre. What really got to me was when the bill came. We ordered 1 bottle of wine, a mozzarella tomato appetizer and a spaghetti to share. I specifically told the waitress we were not extremely hungry so we were going to share the pasta. She brought us two plate which we thought was a split portion. On the bill she charged us for two orders. I guess it was a miscommunication (on her part) and I was able to over look that. Then there was a charge for the bread. The only place in Italy we have been charged for bread which I thought was weird. Then they charged us for the wrong bottle of wine which was 10 euros more then the one we ordered. But again I can overlook that as well. What put us over the edge was when there was a charge of 10euros for EXCESS OLIVE OIL USAGE. I asked her what this was for and she said it is because we used an not normal amount of olive oil on our side plate to dip the bread in. I politely asked how much is a "normal" amount? She said we used way too much and there is a 5 euro charge per person. I was floored when she told me this. They brought the bottle of olive oil and balsamic to the table and set it down. Who are they to say we used "too much?" For the record we used about 2 table spoons on our side bread plate and maybe a teaspoon of balsamic. If there was an amount less then that they think should have been used then I suggest they pour it themselves. I will never return to this restaurant again and I suggest if you decide to go then be careful about your olive oil usage. read more

Simply outstanding meal. We have traveled extensively and simply must let the world know how delicious this meal was in every aspect. Tasteful decor set among a variety of rooms, quiet but not stuffy, romantic but fine for older children as well. Set menu is a bargain for 4 courses of land or sea. If you prefer a la carts, prices remain reasonable for extraordinary quality and flavor. Our party of 3 enjoyed many items on menu and every single bite was memorable! Grazie and see you again! read more

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Right down street from our apartment. We got the menu for two. Pasta and steak were excellent. Includes dessert. Great atmosphere, good service. Would come back, perhaps for lunch.. read more

Just went for lunch and didn't have the best experience. The food was good, but not worth the price. I had gnocchi and my husband had a pizza. There is a kids menu, which would lead one to believe it's a good atmosphere for kids. Not the case. It was perhaps the most stuffy restaurant I have ever been in. The entire time we were nervous to let our daughter talk above a whisper. Not to mention, her completely average hamburger from the kids menu was 15 euro. We have eaten at many restaurants in our 3 week stay in Lucca and this was by far our least favorite. If you want delicious homemade pasta and good wine, find a family-run hole in the wall instead of this pretentious restaurant. read more

This restaurant is located on Piazza di Quirico (within the Walls!) and they serve really great food, although their lunch pizzas are very dull, they do make a lovely Cacio e Pepe. Service was court but efficient. read more

I went to this restaurant more than 7 years ago, ordered a stuffed rabbit and it was wonderful. I went back tonight for the same dish and it was even better than before. It is amazing how a place can still offering a lovely service and excellent dishes for so long. Service lovely, cooking excellent! I hope come back to Luca and still find this lovely restaurant! read more

First night in Italy with six adults and three kids and this place was perfect. There were one of only a handful restaurants open earlier than 730p which is what we needed with young kids. The service was great and the food was delicious. Lots of options for primi and secondi plates. Prices were reasonable too. We ate out on the patio and the setting was beautiful. read more