Locanda sotto i portici — Restaurant in Pescia

I arrived well before closing time (13:15), yet I was greeted with a dismissive “I was about to close, is it fast?” — not exactly the warmest welcome. I considered going elsewhere, especially with several nearby restaurants open until 15:00 or later, but decided to stay since I had already parked.

Ambience: 4/5 The setting is quite pleasant, with a cozy and nicely curated atmosphere.

Food: 2/5 I ordered the tagliere di salumi and a steak. The tagliere was underwhelming — just one small piece of cheese and a rather uninspired selection overall. The steak, unfortunately, was dry and overly salty, likely rushed due to the staff’s desire to close up.

Service: 2/5 Even though I was the only guest, the service lacked attentiveness. I had to ask for basics like salt, pepper, and oil. It felt like I was more of an inconvenience than a guest. Be sure to specify your steak preferences upfront — they won’t ask. Likewise, mention any allergies without waiting to be prompted.

Price: I paid €41 for a quick lunch for one, which felt steep considering the quality of both food and service. I was out the...

We had lunch at this fantastic restaurant with a couple of friends. We ordered four different dishes and shared with each other. The Polenta, shown in one of my pictures, is a classic that I had to try and it tasted like a piece of Tuscany. The friendly hostess recommended a local wine - and it was lovely! We highly recommend this...

Fantastic food and terrific service. The hostess was incredibly helpful explaining the menu to us as we don't read Italian. The bruschetta with anchovies was delicious, as well as the pasta and steak - perfectly cooked. The restaurant is stunningly beautiful with creative lighting and decor. A nice surprise were the...