Osteria l'Anfora

This place operates like no other restaurant I've ever been to, when we arrived a rush of people joined around lunch time. They took everyone's orders and then no food came out for the entire restaurant for about 20-30 minutes, then things came out as each dish was prepared. Everyone who had ordered mussels got those, then 5 minutes later the anti pasta plates came out to tables that ordered that. Then the rabbit... You get the idea. It made you feel like you were eating at someone's home and it was lovely. While you wait you can eat all the bread and crackers to stave off the hanger.

The dining experience is truly incredible. The food was absolutely delicious - we had seafood sphagetti, chicken bukatini, tiramisu and pear chocolate cake. Wow 🤩 The service is great as well. Friendly staff and cool ambience. I will definitely recommend this place.

just wow! amazing food and atmosphere🇮🇹👍🖤🍻great service and staff

Our visit to Osteria L'Anfora in Padua was exceptional. The evening began with fresh mussels in a delicate white wine sauce, setting a high bar for the night. The mains—spaghetti vongole and rabbit—were outstanding. The pasta was perfectly al dente, and the rabbit was tender and flavorful. A classic tiramisu ended the meal on a high note, light and rich with coffee and cocoa. The local white wine we paired with our meal was sensational, enhancing every dish. The service was attentive and fantastic, with friendly staff who clearly love what they do. This popular spot for locals is a true gem. Highly recommended for anyone seeking authentic Italian cuisine and hospitality in Padua.

They treat tourists like garbage. We arrived early, specifically stating that we were willing to wait for the kitchen to open so we could have a proper meal. During the two hours we waited, we ordered drinks and appetizers to pass the time. When the kitchen finally opened, we asked for a menu, only to be told that they were fully booked and that we had to leave our table. The staff then had the audacity to suggest that if we had "said something earlier," they could have accommodated us—despite the fact that we did say from the very beginning that we were waiting to eat! Instead of being welcomed as paying customers who patiently waited, we were effectively shooed out of the restaurant.

High food quality! Stunning atmosphere! Positive vibe! Great customer service!

We went on a Thursday right after visiting Capella Scrovegni and the museum, the restaurants I have researched previously were closed so we decided to lunch in Osteria l'Anfora based on the good reviews. It was past 14:20 and we were very friendly welcomed, the food was delicious and the atmosphere is really nice. Price was very reasonable for the quality! Great place.

I don't understand the good reviews for this place, I visited in August, it was super hot inside, I ate liver which is absolutely nothing special. I ordered a glass of wine which was served at room temperature, meaning at 35 degrees which was super unpleasant, when I asked them for an ice cube they looked at one another with a strange look as if I was ignorant about wine. Maybe someone should tell them that red wine is served between 13 and 18 degrees. Besides, it's not a cheap place so the quality/price ratio for me is not good.

Vai! Punto. Mi piace ogni volta e mi manca quando negli Stati Uniti. Il cibo è ottimo!

Osteria L'Anfora is a small restaurant offering regional food at moderate prices in a locale a couple of blocks from the large piazzas. The night we ate there it was filled with a mixture of tourists and locals. No English menu but one of the waitresses was Argentine so we ordered in Spanish. Lots of super fresh seafood. If you want a table outside, call in advance and make a reservation. One complaint and maybe this is a cultural thing: a couple sitting at the bar had their dog with them. A large dog. The dog barked -- very loudly -- almost the whole time we were at the restaurant. The guy shouted at his dog from time to time, but other than that did nothing. You would have thought the couple would have taken the dog for a walk and returned when he had calmed down. Or that the owner would have said something. Nope. I found it distracting. The other customers seemed pretty chill.

I don't see my original review here, so I'll try to remember. This is a small place in the Jewish Ghetto area of Padua. I would definitely recommend calling for a reservation. I came in around 6:30 pm but they were booked. They offered me a seat at the bar and I agreed and put my name down and then came back. The food was very good as well as the service. Some locals there were known to the staff, so it's kind of an Italian "Cheers". I actually forgot what I had but it must have been seafood since that's been my predominant diet since arriving here in Padua. I would go back again but would make a reservation first. There are only a few tables outside.

Delicious food, warm and cozy vibe, speedy and patient staff; what's not to love? This was our first dinner stop in Italy, and remains my favorite from our trip. The waitress explained all the main courses on the menu and everyone was very pleased with their orders. Satisfying, affordable, great atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Delightful authentic food just a bit off the beaten track. Famous for their bigale with duck ragu, which my daughter loved. I enjoyed the orrechiete with broccoli and smoked ricotta. We shared a tasty fritto misto and local wine. Very reasonable price. Not gourmet, but a fun place where locals go. You may share a table at a busy time.