St. Bartholomeo In Lucca

06/04/2025: I'm not used to writing reviews, also because I've never had the opportunity to find a place that deserved sincere praise. But this is a place that I would define as rare! Rare because it is not the usual trattoria ruined by mass tourism, where you are welcomed by a listless, rough and half-hysterical woman who seems to be doing you a favor by serving you mediocrities sold at prices out of context. Far from the chaos, in a charming and magical village, you enter this little place where Irene's smile welcomes you. A sweet girl who smiles at you with sincere eyes, friendly and very polite. An informal environment, one in which you immediately feel at ease. To make everything even more pleasant there is Elena, graceful, smiling and with a gift.... golden hands! Her dishes are made with love and the honest prices she offers show the seriousness and skills of this girl, who loves what she does and her territory. Personally, it took me back to when, during my lunch break, a dear lady from Villa Collemandina cooked me my favorite dish, with the care of someone who knows how to prepare real local cuisine. This rare young woman, Elena, had the intelligence to focus on simplicity and honesty. Compliments.

06/04/2025: As if you were going to eat at grandma's... home-made quality, excellent prices... formal and familiar environment.