★ Michelin€€€Seafood, Italian
A historic restaurant in Forte, Da Lorenzo has welcomed many famous personalities who have enlivened the Versilia seasons. In the well-kept succession of three rooms, you can feel the love for classic and timeless dining. The menu reflects this, featuring essential dishes that attract a global clientele season after season. The tradition of preparing mayonnaise tableside is a highlight, along with offerings such as the grand raw seafood platter, seafood bavette, Versilia-style spaghetti, and some meat dishes. A vast wine selection, detailed in two elegant bound volumes, showcases depth and exp
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.5/5 · 100 reviews
Lorenzo, located in Forte dei Marmi, specializes in seafood and Italian cuisine. Most reviews highlight exceptional food quality, professional and affable service, and a relaxed atmosphere. Diners particularly praise the fish dishes, traditional pasta, and desserts, noting careful allergy management. However, negative feedback cites poor value for money, small portions, mediocre bread, and instances of chemical truffle aroma. Some guests reported issues with meal pacing and noise from a nearby washing door. While the restaurant excels in culinary precision and service standards, concerns regarding cost-effectiveness and specific environmental factors persist among a minority of reviewers.
Suitable for diners seeking high-quality seafood and attentive service, though those sensitive to value may want to consider alternatives.
★ Michelin€€€€Seafood, Italian Contemporary
Bistrot by name, but in fact an excellent gourmet restaurant, this is the flagship establishment of the Vaiani family, highly professional restaurateurs and true masters of hospitality, who have entrusted the kitchen here to the talent of chef Andrea Mattei. This collaboration has consolidated the style of the Bistrot over the years, maintaining a balance between tradition and modernity, with the quality of the ingredients setting the standard.The establishment’s reputation is linked particularly to the excellence of its fish, largely sourced from the Tyrrhenian Sea, but equally interesting is
TripAdvisor review sample · 3.9/5 · 101 reviews
Located in Forte dei Marmi, Bistrot specializes in seafood and contemporary Italian cuisine. Based on 80 reviews, it holds an average TripAdvisor rating of 3.9/5. Positive feedback highlights friendly service, high-quality dishes such as sweet shrimp tartare, and a refined atmosphere. Criticisms focus on slow meal pacing, inconsistent service professionalism, and occasional perceptions of poor value. While the ambiance and food standards are generally praised, service reliability varies, impacting some diners' experiences.
Suitable for diners seeking refined seafood and elegant ambiance, with attention to service consistency.
★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Mediterranean Cuisine
Inside the elegant St. Mauritius hotel, chef Alessandro Ferrarini, supported by a trusted team, creates colorful, delicious, and balanced dishes using impeccable, often local ingredients. These are available in both tasting menus and à la carte. The focus is mainly on seafood (we especially remember the anchovy butter ravioli with bread and raisins, and the Mediterranean-style sea bass with cherry tomatoes, olives, and capers), but there are also various land-based options. Service is led by an experienced maître who coordinates a young and cheerful team.
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.8/5 · 93 reviews
Located within the St. Mauritius Hotel in Forte dei Marmi, Sciabola offers creative Mediterranean cuisine with an average rating of 4.8/5 from 80 reviews. Guests frequently praise the high-quality ingredients, artistic presentation, and complex flavors, highlighting dishes like prawn gnocchi and sole. The service is described as young, dynamic, and professional, generally ensuring a smooth dining pace. The ambiance features pleasant outdoor seating overlooking the hotel park. While most experiences are positive, some negative reviews cite booking management errors, inconsistent service timing, and concerns regarding value for money. Overall, it is regarded as a sophisticated destination for those seeking a refined culinary journey.
Ideal for diners seeking refined creative cuisine and elegant hotel views, with advance booking verification recommended.
★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Italian Contemporary
Within the Hotel Principe Forte dei Marmi, a lift leads to the enchanting roof garden: on favourable evenings, the terrace is the ideal setting for an aperitif with views over the coastline, made all the more memorable by spectacular sunsets.From there, one passes through to the dining room, preceded by an open kitchen. The chef, who hails from the hills of Modena, delivers a cuisine of great visual elegance and technical precision, in which quiet echoes of the Emilian tradition surface with discretion.The wine list, original and well structured by grape variety, is presented with expertise an
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.5/5 · 101 reviews
Lux Lucis, located on the top floor of a Forte dei Marmi hotel, offers stunning views of the Apuan Alps and the sea. It holds a Michelin star for ten consecutive years. Guests frequently praise the creative Italian cuisine, particularly the ten-course tasting menu, and the skill of Chef Valentino Cassanelli. The atmosphere is described as luxurious and welcoming. However, experiences vary significantly. Some reviewers note issues with service pacing, frequent dish returns, and inconsistent staff demeanor, ranging from highly attentive to overly casual. While many highlight the exceptional food quality and ambiance, others criticize the value for money and occasional management responses to complaints. The restaurant is visually impressive but delivers mixed results regarding service consistency.
Suitable for diners prioritizing scenic views and creative cuisine who can tolerate service inconsistencies.
★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Creative
In the Byron Hotel, one of the gems of the Forte's hôtellerie, the Magnolia's cuisine will be remembered for its technique and sophistication, with refined and impressive presentations. Meat and fish are on the menu with local and international references, while the bread deserves special mention for its remarkable quality. The inspector recommends: choice of fish with grilled artichokes, cuttlefish lard and lactume - charcoal-grilled suckling pig, broad beans, borage and citron - citrus pavlova, vanilla and cardamom. The chef's table must be booked well in advance!
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.2/5 · 100 reviews
Located within the Byron Hotel in Forte dei Marmi, La Magnolia offers modern creative cuisine. Most reviews highlight professional service, a relaxing modern atmosphere, and high-quality food presentation, recommending dishes like marinated amberjack and bavetta. However, some negative feedback describes the environment as cold or cramped, with small portions and inconsistent flavors. With an average rating of 4.2/5, the restaurant holds a Michelin star, but experiences vary significantly. While guests generally appreciate the service and ambiance, opinions on food value and consistency are divided.
Suitable for diners seeking modern refined cuisine and attentive service, though those sensitive to ambiance or expecting large portions should proceed with caution.