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Seafood restaurant in Tellaro, Province of La Spezia
What should I order at Osteria la Caletta?
What to order
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Seafood Mixed Appetisers
Mentioned multiple times as a standout and highly recommended choice; reviewers praised the large variety, great combinations, fresh seafood and fish, and excellent value for money.
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Mixed Starters
Frequently recommended for their quality and variety, with reviewers calling them fabulous, great, and worth trying for the seafood and fish selection.
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Tasting Menu
Strongly recommended for offering around 15 to 20 seafood and fish dishes, with reviewers highlighting the freshness, variety, deliciousness, and good value.
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Mixed Fried Seafood
Praised as a standout dish and described as delicious, with one reviewer calling it the best fried fish they had ever had.
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Seafood Spaghetti
Recommended for being very tasty and part of the restaurant’s strong seafood pasta offerings, which reviewers consistently praised for flavor and freshness.
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Seafood Risotto
Mentioned as very good and enjoyed on the terrace overlooking the sea, with reviewers highlighting the quality of the seafood and overall taste.
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Prawns
Specifically singled out in a positive review, with the reviewer saying they would be dreaming of them, suggesting they were especially memorable.
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Tuna Steak
Recommended as delicious and well served, adding to the restaurant’s strong reputation for well-prepared seafood and fish dishes.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12:30 to 2:30 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
About Osteria la Caletta
Osteria la Caletta is a seafood, Italian, and Mediterranean restaurant in Tellaro, Province of La Spezia. Reviews consistently praise the seafood dishes, especially the fritto misto, spaghetti allo scoglio, antipasti, and tasting menus, along with the freshness and quality of the ingredients. Guests also frequently mention the sea view, terrace seating, and warm, attentive staff. The restaurant is often described as a good value for the amount of food served, and reservations are recommended because it is usually full.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Osteria la Caletta known for?
It is best known for seafood tasting menus and mixed antipasti, especially the Caletta Tasting menu with around 15 to 20 seafood and fish dishes. Reviewers also repeatedly call out the fritto misto and spaghetti allo scoglio, along with the sea-view terrace in Tellaro.
What dishes are most recommended at Osteria la Caletta?
The most recommended dishes are the fritto misto, spaghetti allo scoglio, seafood mixed appetizers or antipasti, seafood risotto, and the catch of the day. Reviewers also mention tuna steak, crab ravioli, prawns, and assorted fried fish as standouts.
What is the atmosphere like at Osteria la Caletta?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and romantic, with a terrace and rooftop seating overlooking the sea. It is a good fit for couples, groups, tourists, and solo diners who want a relaxed meal by the water in Tellaro.
Is Osteria la Caletta good value, and what is the price range?
The restaurant is in the €30–50 range, and many reviewers say the price is fair for the quality and amount of food. One tasting menu for two was priced at €24 per person, and guests often mention that the seafood portions, wine, and dessert make it a strong value.
Do you need a reservation at Osteria la Caletta?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly say to book ahead because the restaurant is often full, especially for dinner and terrace tables. The listing also recommends lunch and dinner reservations, which matches the high demand for sea-view seating.
Is parking available at Osteria la Caletta?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is Osteria la Caletta kid-friendly?
Yes, Osteria la Caletta is good for kids.
