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Italian restaurant in La Spezia, Province of La Spezia
What should I order at Antica Osteria Da Caran?
What to order
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Pizza
Frequently praised as excellent, perfect, and top-notch; several reviews specifically call out the pizzas as a standout item worth ordering.
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Farinata
Recommended for its quality and flavor, with one review explicitly saying to order it and another describing it as top notch.
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Tagliata
Described as one of the best dishes ever eaten by a reviewer, making it a clear standout recommendation.
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Panacotta
Strongly recommended because one reviewer called it the best thing they had ever eaten, highlighting it as a memorable dessert.
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Tiramisu
Praised as the best tiramisu a reviewer had ever had, making it a highly recommended dessert.
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Spaghetti With Mussels
Mentioned as impeccable, delicious, and perfectly cooked, showing strong approval for this pasta dish.
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Rabbit With Roast Potatoes
Included in a review of exceptionally cooked dishes, described as impeccable and delicious.
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Octopus With Potatoes
Called great in a positive review of the menu of the day, suggesting it is a noteworthy savory option.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12:15 to 3 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12:15 to 3 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 12:15 to 3 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 12:15 to 3 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12:15 to 3 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 12:15 to 3 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
About Antica Osteria Da Caran
Antica Osteria Da Caran is an Italian and Mediterranean restaurant in La Spezia, Province of La Spezia, known for Ligurian cooking and pizza. Reviewers consistently praise the farinata, stockfish, stuffed mussels, testaroli with pesto, and other regional dishes, along with friendly service. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, historic, and quiet, with indoor seating and an outdoor area. It is priced around €20 to €30 and is often recommended for lunch or dinner.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Antica Osteria Da Caran known for?
It is best known for farinata, which is mentioned repeatedly in reviews and called a top dish. Reviewers also highlight its Ligurian specialties, including stockfish, stuffed mussels, and testaroli with pesto, along with pizza and other local Italian dishes.
What dishes are most recommended at Antica Osteria Da Caran?
The most recommended items include farinata, stockfish, stuffed mussels, and testaroli with pesto. Reviewers also praise the pizzas, spaghetti with mussels, rabbit with roast potatoes, octopus with potatoes, and desserts like panacotta and tiramisu.
What is the atmosphere like at Antica Osteria Da Caran?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, historic, and quiet, with both indoor seating and a well-kept outdoor garden area. It seems to suit couples, families, groups, and solo diners, and reviewers mention friendly staff and a relaxed setting.
Is Antica Osteria Da Caran good value?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe it as reasonably priced and good value, and the listed price range is €20 to €30. Comments mention fair prices, inexpensive food, and excellent meals for the money, especially for regional dishes and wine.
Do you need a reservation at Antica Osteria Da Caran?
Reservations are accepted and dinner reservations are recommended. One review notes that getting a table early without booking was possible, but booking is advised because the restaurant can fill up.
Is parking available at Antica Osteria Da Caran?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
Does Antica Osteria Da Caran have vegetarian options?
Yes, Antica Osteria Da Caran offers vegetarian options.
Is Antica Osteria Da Caran kid-friendly?
Yes, Antica Osteria Da Caran is good for kids.
