WHERE TO EAT
Pisa is a fantastic place to enjoy Italian cuisine. As good Tuscans we also combine typical dishes with excellent wines. Pisan cuisine, like all Tuscan cuisine, is a poor cuisine that combines sea and land recipes, prefers simple dishes and finds an essential element in Tuscan bread (bread without salt).
Another ingredient that particularly characterizes Pisan cuisine is the truffle, particularly prized in this area.
Also not to be underestimated are the wines and olive oil, among the most renowned in Tuscany.
Among the dishes to try we mention the Zuppa Pisana (not to be confused with the Florentine Ribollita), the Stockfish with potatoes, the Tripe, the Mucco Pisano meat (beef steak raised only in Pisa) and the Torta co'bischeri.
The city is full of restaurants, trattorias, inns. Among the many possibilities we recommend a few.
In the spring/summer months the popular festivals of the towns near Pisa will begin where it is possible to eat and drink traditional food in typical local contexts. At the following links you can see the various festivals scheduled: https://www.sagretoscane.com/
Osteria da Anita
Small and very well looked after tavern, especially in the preparation of the dishes and in the raw materials chosen directly by its owner Federico.
For reservations +39 340 573 4300
Restaurant Terrace Grand Hotel Duomo
Fantastic location at the top of the terrace of the Hotel Duomo for an aperitif or dinner overlooking the TorrAnd. Affordable prices considering the unique location.
For reservations +39 050 82 50 88
Amanda Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Excellent elegant and refined venue right near the Tower and Maria's Chambers. Valid at all hours and also for aperitifs, lunches and after dinner.
For reservations 370 120 5960
Osteria dei Cavalieri
One of the best places to eat steak and Pisan dishes in the center next to Piazza dei Cavalieri.
For reservations +39 050 580858
Pizzeria il Montino
To feel at home and experience the informal atmosphere of the city this is a unique place for both pizza and Pisan dishes. It is an obligatory destination for all Pisans and university students.
For reservations +39050 598695
Trattoria da Stelio
Historic Pisan trattoria for 60 years now. It offers spartan but typical Tuscan cuisine. In the heart of the university city. Open only for lunch
For reservations +39050 220 0171
Grano Libero Ristorante senza glutine
Excellent place, elegant and welcoming. Kind and attentive staff. The dishes are all truly gluten-free due to the vocation of the place. On request also lactose free. Good choice of excellent wines.
For reservation +39 050 6231567
Vegan come Koala
Vegan sandwiches, organic drinks and fair trade products in a small informal place with a few stools in the heart of the university centre.
Does not accept reservations: +39 3298565338
Offish - Officina del Mare
A very nice and characteristic place in the center of Pisa. The place is run by very nice guys. The menu is mainly fish-based with the possibility of choosing between the catch of the day, à la carte menus and fish sandwiches where you can choose the color of the bread.
For reservation +39 050 805 3647