Osteria Baralla In Lucca

14/02/2026: Although it's mostly frequented by foreigners, I didn't feel like a "tourist trap." It's a lovely place; the lamb and pecorino cheese sandwich, with anchovies and dried tomatoes, was delicious! Recommended!

12/02/2026: We wanted to have dinner early, and this place opened at 6 PM, which suited our needs. It was a cozy restaurant with stews at the entrance and various hams hanging above the counter. The lighting was thoughtful, bright, warm, and perfect for taking photos. This restaurant stopped serving steaks in 2024, opting instead for more locally inspired dishes. The menu is in English, making it convenient for tourists to order. We ordered: *Classic steak tartare with egg* – very fresh beef with no unpleasant odor. We didn't experience any gastrointestinal discomfort the next day. *Tagliatelle with Florentine tripe* – tomato and tripe pasta. The tripe was tender, and the rich tomato sauce coated both the tripe and pasta – delicious. *Beef stewed in red wine* – tender beef, infused with the aroma of red wine, spices, and whole black peppercorns. We not only finished the bread that came with the dish, but also dipped it in the sauce and ate all the bread (which was delicious on its own). Tiramisu – absolutely delicious. The service was also superb! This delicious meal brought a perfect end to our wonderful trip to Luca.