Food, ambience, and service were all outstanding. The pasta was excellent, but the dessert (piatto…read moreforte Lucchese) was especially exceptional which combined different textures and flavors flawlessly. Ambience was beautiful and elegant without being boring or pretentious. Staff were all kind and responded very professionally to requests and questions. Price was unbelievably low considering the quality and the experience.

Food was fabulous. We each had a different pasta dish and…read moreboth were really memorable. The ambiance is very nice as well.

I was in Lucca and stopped here for dinner. The reviews were good and the menu online showed more…read morefish being offered I thought they would have more seafood, but being in Tuscany, I realized that most places don't. That's OK. The inside was very homey and nice. The owners, I believe are a husband and wife team who are helpful. Salmon carpaccio was an appetizer special - it was excellent Swordfish for the main was a mistake. Should have stuck with a pasta. This fish looked like it was frozen and it's was fair, nothing special. Tiramisu for dessert was so good. totally made up for the swordfish. It was made fresh that day and you could tell. This and the service raised the rating from to 4.

Both the gorgonzola gnocchi and the lasagna were some of the best dishes we have had in Lucca…read more Great service and a super helpful staff

My husband and I stumbled upon this adorable town outside of Tuscany called Lucca and had an…read moreamazing dinner experience. Everything was divine! We started with vino of course from a long selection of local Tuscany wines. We then split a vegetable salad that was topped with fresh balsamic and olive oil, bread, phenomenal Cacaio e Pepe and a pizza. They cook the pizza on a wood fire grill so we had to try it! One of the servers kept telling other tables about "cake" so of course we inquired and settled on chocolate. It was delicious! Service was great and accommodating to English which was helpful. Would recommend! Dining room also promotes conversation with close tables. We met a sweet pair of ladies on a girls trip and chatted it up with them over some dessert and vino. Lovely experience!

The food and service was very good. Since it was close to my hotel I went there twice during my one…read moreweek stay.

Wow wow wow As an italian American and coming to Italy for years This has to be one of the best…read moremeals I have ever tasted

Really enjoyed our experience here. The interior is cozy. We ordered lunch like Americans (haha)…read moreand got the carbonara as well as seasonal pasta dishes. All were amazing. We enjoyed the option for an inexpensive half liter of house wine to share at the table. This was a great place to sit, rest, and enjoy a meal in-between exploring the city. I highly recommend it as a stop for lunch.

This wasn't a dinner. It was an EXPERIENCE…read more In the most serendipitous way, we managed to snag a table at Osteria da Pasquale during one of their wine-pairing events, and it turned into one of the most memorable nights of our trip. When I called to make a reservation, I spoke directly with Pasquale, the owner, who kindly explained that they weren't taking regular reservations that evening because they were hosting a wine pairing with a fixed menu. It wasn't exactly what I had in mind or expected, but we decided to go for it... and holy moly, am I glad we did. We've done plenty of fixed-menu wine pairings before, and honestly, the success rate is about 50%, so we went in a bit skeptical. This, however, was truly one of a kind. Incredible food, even better wine, and, best of all, an unforgettable ambiance fueled by Pasquale himself and the incredible group of guests who happened to be there that night. Pasquale is wildly passionate about good food and great wine, and watching him in his element was a joy in itself. We tasted local wines ranging from wonderfully affordable bottles to others costing hundreds of euros, and every pour came with a story, a laugh, or a spark of excitement. And when I say wine pairing, I don't mean the kind where you get two polite drops and that's it The wine flowed freely, just as fast as the laughter from everyone lucky enough to attend. The energy was chaotic in the best possible way. As two tourists, it felt like we had stumbled into a friend's dinner party. At one point, it genuinely seemed like everyone already knew each other and somehow, by the end of the night, so did we. We loved every second of it. All of this to say: if you ever see an event or wine pairing at this restaurant in the beautiful city of Lucca, don't hesitate to book it. Thank you, Pasquale, for an unforgettable experience.

Best meal of our trip! Well run restaurant with great staff and fantastic food. The house wine…read morewas with the owner's label and great. And the owner welcomed us and poured it himself. You might get an outside table if you go early otherwise make a reservation a few days ahead. The mushroom ravioli in cream sauce was delightful and complemented with my wife's medallion of veal. Wonderful little place!

Great find. Leather maker suggested. May need reservations if you want to sit outside. Best gnocchi…read moreI have had in 9 days in Italy. Great local flavor and service. Will be back.

Been there several times. Great staff. Food is consistently excellent…read more Old school dishes and atmosphere. Very Lucca!!

Loved this place in Lucca…read more We had a group of 10- sat outside for lunch in the beautiful shaded courtyard. Started out with the house wines and trio of bruschetta type appetizers. For my lunch I had the porcini mushrooms and pasta. The sauce was perfect, not too heavy just pure deliciousness. My husband had strips of beef steak and mushrooms. One friend had the carmelized onions as a side dish. See the photos, everything was great! Our service was excellent and they gave us some tasty lemon cookies as a dessert. Highly recommend, especially sitting outside.

We found this small and amazing place from yelp. It did not disappoint. Service was excellent…read moremenu was in English too. My husband ordered the pork with honey glaze sauce. I ordered the sea bass which was cooked perfect with tomatoes @ thin slices potatoes ! The farro soup was excellent! Francesco the chef came out and we thanked him for a delicious meal! He shared his passion for cooking! I will definitely be back!

Has exceedingly friendly service and a welcoming interior. Came here partly because most…read morerestaurants had closed by about 14:30, and partly because of the favorable Find Me Gluten-Free reviews. Though there didn't seem to be almost any vegetarian pasta options, the kitchen made me a pasta dish with many veggies. I had worried over how multiple dietary restrictions would be received in a city not as touristy and large as Florence, but the owner (I assume) did not make me feel like I was asking for too much, not at all. He boasted that they offered the best gf pasta and that they would make me something that I could both feel safe with and enjoy. And I did, on both counts. There was definitely a happy atmosphere here, seemingly loved by locals and tourists alike.

I came here because I knew they had gluten free options and they did not disappoint. The food was…read moredelicious, I wish I ordered more. The owner was an older man and also our waiter, he is the perfect man for the job. He made us feel like we were just eating among friends. They gave free bread as a starter which is always nice. For 2 pastas, 2 wines, and a water we didn't even hit 50€. So I think the prices are fair. It's a very cute shop, oh and the limoncello was delicious too!

It has been a while since we came here - for no good reason. But we love it every time we go. The…read morecuisine is genuine and delicious, the staff charming and attentive, and the setting beautifully rustic. I highly recommend this restaurants. Why on earth have I not been back for a while? This omission must be rectified soon!

We were visiting Italy in April and stumbled upon Antica Locanda di Sesto. We had the pasta in the…read moreparmesan wheel and the steak cut at the table. It was literally the best meal I had in Italy. The service was great. Definitely will come back.

We loved Cantine Bernardini…read more The day was very warm and CB was an oasis against the heat. The outdoor tables are located in the shade with a nice cross breeze. And Rebecca, our waitress, greeted us with a cool glass of Prosecco. And two small bowls of a wonderful puree of some vegetable or other soon followed. We split: -- rabbit terrine as an appetizer. -- Primo. Linguine scoglio. -- Segundo. Grilled sea bream. Plus of course wine and espresso. Rebecca was both helpful and very pleasant. She not only answered questions about the menu, but about the town as well. Lucca is beautiful and charming. But a day trip to Lucca with a great luncheon at Bernardini made for a memorable day.

Memorably fantastic food. Courteous, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable service. Fair pricing. Great…read moreambiance. What more can one ask for?