Osteria La Lanterna in Genoa
About
Osteria La Lanterna, located on a tranquil side street in Genoa, offers a charming escape for those who appreciate authentic Italian cuisine. With a cozy and intimate setting, this small restaurant is well-suited for both discerning food lovers and solo diners looking for a welcoming atmosphere. Known for its excellent Genovese cuisine, the eatery boasts an impressive menu filled with Italian, Mediterranean, and vegetarian delights. Signature dishes like freshly prepared rigatoni, tortellini, black cuttlefish with artichoke, and trofie with pesto are a testament to the flawless culinary experience that awaits. Guests can indulge in a fine selection of beverages, including wine, beer, coffee, and cocktails. With a price range of 20 to 30 EUR per person, it provides a moderate dining experience without compromising quality. Reservations are welcomed, and takeaway options are available for those on the go. Payment by credit card is convenient, ensuring a hassle-free visit. The combination of delightful food and friendly service makes Osteria La Lanterna a must-visit in Genoa.
Price
Meals
Branch, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Services
Takeaway, Reservations available
Offering
Serving alcohol
Payment
Payment by credit card
- $$$$ 20 - 30 EUR
- Branch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Italian
- Mediterranean
- Vegetarian
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Serving alcohol
- Payment by credit card
- Wheelchair accessible
Reviews and Ratings
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- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Osteria trovata per caso durante un giro per i caruggi genovesi. Ottimi piatti tipici ed ingredienti di alta qualità, in più il gestore/cameriere è stato molto cordiale ed esauriente nelle spiegazioni. Ideale per chi cerca un'osteria autentica, non per turisti che si mangerebbero qualsiasi cosa. Rapporto qualità/prezzo ottimo. Se abitassimo un po' più vicino a Genova ci torneremmo sicuramente spesso!

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Fantastic experience, local cuisine and very friendly crew, felt like at home. Served by the chef, he gave us great recommendations, and everything was so delicious. We had antipasti selection, local pasta, some fish and dolci. Fantastic tiramisu and cardamom dessert. So much recommended.

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
We were having a rough night after a long day. Many restaurants in Genoa shooed us away because our group of 5 (including a toddler) was too inconvenient to deal with. I understand that over-tourism is a problem, and local communities are strained, but we just needed a warm meal and to be on our way. We did not deserve to be actively ignored or rudely dismissed. We pushed the door of La Lanterna expecting the worse but hoping for a break and were warmly welcomed and offered a table right away. Then the owner came by and offered to translate the menu word for word in any language of our choice (we chose French) and it just kept getting better from there. With grace and humor, he explained every item, made suggestions and had the time and patience to make us feel cared for. He appreciated our noisy toddler, gave her special attention, and then served us the best meal of our short Italian vacation. The pesto was amazing, my walnut stuffed pasta was divine, the summer minestrone was sublime. Everything was fresh and hand made and delicious. I’m so glad we got dismissed by the larger, busier restaurants to stumble onto this little gem. This is what the best vacation memories are made of. Thank you to our Lanterna saviors, you really made our day.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Osteria La Lanterna?Osteria La Lanterna is located at Salita San Siro, 12, 16124, Genoa, Italy.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Banchi/san Luca (285 m walk)
- Bus stop Nunziata/ (212 m walk)
- Bus stop Caricamento/sottoripa (262 m walk)
- Bus stop Campetto/soziglia (342 m walk)
- Bus stop Brignole De Ferrari/carmine (326 m walk)
- How is Osteria La Lanterna rated by visitors?Osteria La Lanterna has an average rating of 4.5 based on 236 reviews across platforms such as Google.
- What dishes and beverages are served?The restaurant offers a selection of dishes such as beer, coffee, seafood, wine, cocktail, along with a variety of drinks.
- What is the average price for a meal at Osteria La Lanterna?The average price for a meal is 20 - 30 EUR (it is cheap - $).
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