The best espresso outside the walls of Lucca…read more The generous owner (and his wife?) is a delight to be served by. And not to mention the fine pastries they serve. Thumbs up for this joint!

This was our first Gelato stop in Italy! There was a line, so we trusted it to be good. It…read moredefinitely was! Limon was my favorite flavor. The inside of the shop was tiny and cute. The lady scooping gelato was so friendly! Definitely try this one.

My favorite gelato in Lucca and I tried quite a few while living in Lucca for three months! The…read moreflavors are fresh and I LOVE that they vary them quite often even making up fun new flavors for the many events that take place in Lucca - like a Giro d'Italia flavor! The cones are also tasty and gluten-free! The owners are friendly and speak English which is helpful for those who don't speak Italian. Highly recomment!

While this place gets a lot of tourist traffic in the anfiteatro, don't let that dissuade you…read more.. very serious gelato with flavors that are bold yet true to nature. The "nero assoluto" is dark chocolate hedonism at it's finest... "mi fa dimenticare Iddio!" You cannot go wrong!

This is the best gelato in Lucca, hands down. Fresh ingredients, they make their own bases, no…read morecommercial mixes, made fresh every morning, the owner is fanatical about gelato. The bases are different mixtures of milk depending on the flavors. If you're lucky, you might even get a tour of the workshop in the back. The nero assoluto is stunning, great combined with some of the fruit flavors. Easy to find if you take the northern of the two entrances to the piazza off Via Fillungo, then go thru the tunnel, and turn left...it's right there. Not a fancy place, but really the best in town.

This gelato shop has some unique flavors to choose from, however, it was the least memorable gelato…read moreshop for me. I believe I picked the Nocciola (hazelnut) and A Serena (sheep milk ricotta, pine nuts, honey). We enjoyed our gelato outside the shop with a view of the Lungari Di Pisa.

t's a cute little gelato shop, right by the riverfront. Very limited seating capacity inside, no…read moreseats outside, although the street itself is pretty busy and noisy I don't think anyone would seat outside anyway. Service was excellent, ice cream was good, not the best we had, but the combinations were really interesting. Ask for flavors of the day

We only went for breakfast so this review is solely for that meal, but it was so great we went 3…read moretimes during our stay! This is definitely a locals spot, everyone is in and out with their goods. Every morning we spent 10 euros for 2 to have coffees pastries/sandwiches and fresh squeezed OJ. You can't beat that! We tried 5 different pastries/sandwiches and they were all good. Service is very fast and efficient and the staff is friendly. Definitely worth a try,!

Loved this cafe so much. Try to speak some Italian and they truly appreciate it…read more I ordered multiple types of cornettos over my week's stay in Lucca. My personal fav were the jam filled and the Nutella filled. Macchiatos were strong and fantastic, and the outdoor tables were great. Service is quick and attentive for a cafe.

What a wonderful bakery. During our visit to Lucca, our tour guide said this is the best place for…read morebaked goods. She did not steer us wrong. As you step in, you catch the aromas of baked breads, cookies, and pastries. There is a line, and you just have to be patient and wait for your turn. Once it's your turn, you must resist ordering everything in the store. They also can put together a gift basket for you to gift someone. We ordered two items, and they were exceptional. Both of us have a deep love for Italian baked goods. Coming to Italy, we were fortunate enough to sample these scrumptious delights. When in Lucca, this is a must-stop to satiate your heart's desire for Italian baked goods. The ambiance is beautiful as it transports you to the old-time feeling, and their service is quick and very efficient.

Traditional raisin bread with a hint of anise. Sold as a baton or a ring…read more It's got a good crumb and chew. I joked about being able to make it at home but the clerk wasn't impressed. The flour, the yeast, the salt, and the water are different so good luck!

The best gelato I tasted all over Tuscany. There were multiple version of salted caramel and the…read morepistachio was divine!

I have been here so many times and they are the best in Lucca! It is about time I write this…read morereview. They are made by the owner Tommaso himself who has many years in crafting unique flavors in artisanal gelato making, no artificial flavor here. My favorite is Licorice and salty and sweet Pistachio. Sooo good. Tommaso was so kind to me and my friend to show his laboratorio in the back of his shop. I told him I will work for free when I am in Lucca on vacation Lol ! I will be here for two months I hope he takes my offer! I can taste all flavors when he makes them fresh everyday! I highly recommend La Bottega del Gelato for sure!

What an absolute treat! From cookies to gelato, and featuring a variety of coffee options,…read morePasticceria Giovannini is worth the stop. The cookies are all crumble in your mouth fresh, with an attention to quality that is immediately apparent. Each offering has a unique style and flavor, and everything is very reasonably priced. The staff is super friendly, especially if you're making an effort to communicate in Italian. And as you'd expect, this cafe has a neighborhood, local feel. It's stylish and lively, but not overwhelming. One of our favorite spots in Montecatini.

Words don't do this place justice! Amazing pasticceria!!! Friendly staff, super affordable, amazing…read moreespresso and the desserts are out of this world. My mother and I were on vacation in Montecatini at a hotel that was a 1 minute walk away (dangerous). Our morning routine was to get a cappuccino and un caffe. The espresso was strong and full of flavor. Most days we came back later in the day and tried other varieties - all great. Now about the desserts....nothing like I've ever tasted in America! Everything was so clean, had unique tastes with a perfect amount of sweetness - just mouthwatering. The prices were super low too. One visit we got 5 pastries for 8 euros. Giovannini makes me want to vacation there again ASAP!!