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Restaurant in Lucca, Province of Lucca
What should I order at La Bottega di Anna e Leo?
What to order
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Baked Potatoes
Recommended multiple times as a standout side dish; reviewers called them "dreamy" and said they were so good they ordered another round.
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Spaghettoni
Praised for its natural, well-balanced flavor and homemade quality, with one reviewer saying it felt like a comforting home-cooked meal and super recommended it.
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Slow Cooked Beef
Mentioned as delicious, juicy, and flavorful, with reviews highlighting its rich taste and saying it was one of the best dishes they had.
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Tagliatelle Ragu
Recommended for its flavorful ragu and traditional homemade pasta style; reviewers specifically enjoyed the beef and pork ragu version.
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Meat Ravioli
Called very delicious, meaty, and filling, with reviewers strongly recommending it alongside the slow-cooked beef.
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Lasagne
Described as melting in the mouth and one of the best lasagnes in Tuscany, making it a highly praised pasta choice.
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Pasta With Cinghiale
Specifically recommended in the reviews for its traditional taste and strong local character.
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Pasta With Salsiccia
Specifically recommended in the reviews as a highly recommended pasta option with rustic, traditional flavor.
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Beef Tagliata Di Manzo
Praised for being perfectly cooked, juicy, and flavorful, and described as standing out by far among the meals eaten in Tuscany.
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Montecarlo Wine Stew
Recommended for its wholesome, authentic flavor; reviewers said it was particularly enjoyable and memorable.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 4 PM |
About La Bottega di Anna e Leo
La Bottega di Anna e Leo is an Italian restaurant in Lucca, Province of Lucca, known for Lucchese and Tuscan dishes served in a casual, cozy, historic, and quiet osteria setting. Reviewers consistently praise the homemade pasta, especially tortelli, spaghettoni, lasagne, and ragù dishes, along with local specialties like cinghiale, lucchese stew, and slow-cooked beef. The restaurant is also noted for friendly, attentive service and a homey atmosphere that feels traditional rather than touristy. It offers outdoor seating, dine-in service, and reservations are recommended for lunch and dinner.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Braille menu
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Has changing table(s)
Parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is La Bottega di Anna e Leo known for?
It is best known for Lucchese and Tuscan home-style cooking, especially tortelli, homemade pasta, and slow-cooked meat dishes. Reviewers repeatedly mention the tortelli, spaghettoni, lasagne, and ragù, plus local dishes like cinghiale and lucchese stew.
What dishes are most recommended at La Bottega di Anna e Leo?
Reviewers most often recommend tortelli ragu, spaghettoni, lasagne, pappardelle with wild boar and olive ragu, tagliatelle with beef and pork ragu, and the ciccia tagliata di manzo. The baked potatoes and chocolate tart also get standout praise, with several people calling the potatoes especially memorable.
What is the atmosphere like at La Bottega di Anna e Leo?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, historic, and quiet, with a small osteria feel and a homey welcome from the staff. It suits couples, solo diners, and groups looking for a traditional meal in central Lucca, and the outdoor terrace is especially popular when reserved ahead.
Is La Bottega di Anna e Leo good value?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly call the food very reasonably priced, and the listed price range is €20 to 30. People say the portions are satisfying and the quality is strong for the price, especially for dishes like slow-cooked beef, homemade pasta, and local wine.
Do you need a reservation at La Bottega di Anna e Leo?
Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, because the restaurant fills up quickly and outdoor tables are limited. Several reviewers mention getting in only by arriving early or booking ahead, especially if they want the terrace.
Is parking available at La Bottega di Anna e Leo?
Yes. Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does La Bottega di Anna e Leo have vegetarian options?
Yes, La Bottega di Anna e Leo offers vegetarian options.
