Places To Eat
Great Places To Eat Around The Area
in the piazza selling a wide range of food & drinks.
Bar Santina’s Restaurant
Tucked away in San Cassiano, about 9.1 kilometers (or a 20-minute drive) from Montefegatesi,
Now, don’t come expecting fine dining or anything fancy. This is the kind of place where the dishes are simple, unpretentious, but oh-so-tasty. Think of it as traditional home cooking straight from Nonna’s kitchen, made with love and a whole lot of passion.
You won’t find a menu or a wine list here, the daily specials are whipped up from scratch by Santina and her family, depending on what’s fresh and in season.
And if you really want to see Santina beam with pride, just tell her “delizioso” after your first bite.
La Gioia del Gelato
The Joy of Ice Cream, Via I Maggio, 34, 55023 Borgo a Mozzano LU, Italy.
When in Italy, it’s all about gelato. Seriously, your trip to Italy isn’t complete until you’ve tasted this heavenly creation. It is like an unspoken rule. If you don’t eat gelato, did you even visit?
Gelato simply means ice cream in Italian, but don’t let that fool you. It’s the more sophisticated cousin of regular ice cream. Gelato has a softer, velvety texture that’s basically a hug for your taste buds. Plus, it contains 70% less air and a whole lot more flavor than the average ice cream, so every bite is like a mini celebration. It’s not just ice cream; it’s an experience.
Circolo dei forestieri Restaurant
The Ristorante Circolo dei Forestieri in Bagni di Lucca is a historic dining spot housed within the Circolo dei Forestieri building, once a social club for 19th-century foreign visitors. The restaurant combines the town’s rich history with classic Tuscan cuisine in an elegant setting.
Whether inside or on the terrace, the restaurant offers a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere for a relaxed meal.
The menu offers traditional Tuscan dishes like:
Pasta: Pappardelle with wild boar or tagliatelle with porcini mushrooms.
Meat: Bistecca alla Fiorentina and other grilled meats with Tuscan sauces.
Ristorante Il Nido dell’Aquila
is located in the beautiful Riserva Naturale Orrido di Botri, just a 13-minute (4.5 kilometers) drive from Montefegatesi. The cozy atmosphere, with outdoor seating and a fireplace, adds to the charm, making it a great spot for tourists and locals. They also have a kids’ menu, so it’s perfect for families. Plus, with hiking trails nearby offering breathtaking views, it’s an ideal stop for nature lovers.
The menu offers tasty dishes like homemade tortelli lucchesi, wild boar stew, and wood-fired pizzas that will make you feel right at home. They also serve hearty snacks featuring local salumi and cheeses, as well as pizzas baked in a wood-fired oven. Whether you’re visiting after a hike or just enjoying the serene surroundings, Il Nido dell’Aquila provides a warm and welcoming dining experience. It’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy the flavors of Tuscany.
