La Locanda del Gallese In La spezia

01/06/2026: If I had to title my review: "When reality exceeds expectations." Both my husband and I were very pleased. A simple and charming place, family-run. The welcome is warm and they begin by pampering you with a generous appetizer. The food is well-prepared, and the portions are good and generous. The price is incredibly low, so it's an exceptional value: a complimentary appetizer, two first courses, a second course for two, a half-liter of wine and water: €33! Excellent and friendly.

20/05/2026: As Germans, we wanted to try authentic Italian cuisine away from the tourist crowds and received a very warm welcome. We started with a complimentary antipasto, followed by the spiny dogfish steak on a bed of vegetables, served with a side of vegetables and potatoes. For dessert, of course, we enjoyed a truly Italian tiramisu. The food was very well seasoned, the side dish was slightly spicy, and the potatoes were quite overcooked, unlike what we're used to. I only found one piece of potato. The red wine was served chilled, unlike at room temperature. At €42 for our meal and drinks, the price-performance ratio was perfectly reasonable. The service was friendly and attentive. The ambiance is currently rather simple, located in a heated tent. However, you can also sit on the terrace or in the garden in the shade when it's a bit warmer.