According to tourist reviews, the best restaurants in Viareggio that are definitely worth a visit are:
- Ristorante Fubi's - they serve very delicious steaks (average bill - 50 EUR);
- Il Principino - the restaurant offers a magnificent view of the city during sunset, making their excellent seafood cuisine truly gourmet and aesthetic (average bill - 50 EUR);
- Gourmet Restaurant Il Piccolo Principe - a Michelin-starred restaurant where you can enjoy the best and skillfully prepared Italian dishes (average bill - 95 EUR).
Among the affordable restaurants in Viareggio that are known for their excellent cuisine and first-class service, the following stand out:
- Bagno Lelia - they offer incredibly delicious seafood;
- Nitens will impress you with delicious dishes and good service;
- Osteria Pazza Idea is perfect for a romantic or family dinner.
The approximate prices in restaurants in Viareggio are as follows: dining in a regular good restaurant would cost around 30-40 EUR, having lunch or dinner in a cafe or pizzeria would be around 5-10 EUR, and in more upscale restaurants like Gourmet Restaurant Il Piccolo Principe, a meal would cost around 80-110 EUR. The most expensive establishments are located on the waterfront.
Among the best cafes in Viareggio, it is worth mentioning Istelia Cafe, where you can order pancakes, ice cream, sandwiches, or pizza, the cafe-bar Lettera 22, and La Cubana cafe, famous for its amazing desserts. The prices in Viareggio cafes are very affordable, the service is great, and the food is excellent.
In the city it is customary to leave a tip of 10% of the bill, unless it is included in the check, which is not often. It is also appropriate to offer a small tip to the hotel staff and guide. When paying to cab drivers it is customary to round up the amount on the meter.
