The 14 best breakfast and brunch in La Spezia

Wonderful service! The waiter was incredibly friendly and helpful – he recommended a few drinks that turned out to be absolutely perfect. You could tell he really knew what he was talking about and tailored his suggestions to our tastes. He definitely made the evening even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this place – both for the atmosphere and the top-notch service! Thank you Ricky! #CaipirosskaGirls

One of the best cocktail joints in La Spezia. Thanks to Ricky for very amazing service and recommendations! Good drinks, food and music😊

Huge drink selection between €6-10, offered a snack platter for 2 at €5. They also serve a small bowl of chips along with your drinks. Good bar to enjoy some drinks with your friends.

Was not expecting the croissant to look like this but it was delicious!! Cappuccino was very tasty as well. 3.50€ total

I honestly only like to post positive reviews. After 50+ meals in Italy in the last 3 weeks. This was by far the worst. Caprese salad with no basil…. How do you offer a 3 ingredient salad with only 2?? And no explanation or apology. And the Cotoletta was straight out of the microwave. Didn’t finish either dish, paid and left. Don’t even bother. Just an ordinary cafe at a minimum.

Out here visiting from Chicago. Stopped by as we are waiting on or Air B and B. Probably the best Lasagna that I had thus far since we’ve been out here. The Pizza and Pesto Pasta was delicious. They sat us right away and we had a party of 8. The focaccia wasn’t the greatest the meat had a very strong taste but if I didn’t get that would’ve been a 5 star food experience.

good cocktails for a good price, very nice server who was giving us advice on the drinks and nice background music

A very special and nice discovery during our foodie stay in Spezia. Good coffee, and great baci di dama, small delicious italian tarts : tortina della nonna. The street foodies would definitely go back there !!

Pastry Cafe Dolci Magie in La Spezia was a delightful discovery, made even sweeter thanks to the lovely apartment we were staying at, which gifted us vouchers for croissants 🥐 and coffee, or orange juice. What a brilliant way to start the day! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was inviting, the display cabinets were filled with exquisite pastries, and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee was simply irresistible. Our croissants were buttery, golden, and perfectly flaky—hands down some of the best we’ve had in Italy. Paired with a smooth, creamy cappuccino, it was the kind of breakfast that makes you stop and savour every bite. We couldn’t resist trying more from their selection, and we’re so glad we did—the tiramisu was luscious and well-balanced, and their delicate pastry horns (cannoncini) were filled with silky custard and just the right amount of sweetness. What made the experience truly special was the warm, genuine service. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and clearly passionate about what they do. Whether you’re sitting inside or enjoying the outdoor tables with a view of the charming La Spezia street life, there’s a relaxed, joyful vibe that makes you want to linger a little longer. Thanks to our apartment’s thoughtful gesture, we got to experience a local treasure—and we would return in a heartbeat. Dolci Magie is not just a café; it’s a little moment of magic.

Great croissants (we tried pistachio, crema, nutella) and good coffee. Friendly service. Yet strange 20% extra charge to eat by the table, added on top of the bill.

Pastry Café Dolci Magie is a hidden gem in La Spezia! The Nutella and jelly-filled croissants were soft, flaky, and bursting with flavor, while the lemon meringue pastry was perfectly sweet and tangy. I didn’t get photos—I was on the go—but the treats were so good, I still can’t stop thinking about them! Mouth watering and delightful pastries.

Tons of pastry to enjoy with a cup of cappuccino. I tried the cornetto with jam and it was amazing. Its a great way to start the day.

I tried the croissant a la nocciola and it was amaaaazing. Crunchy, tasty and buttery. They have other flavors as well. The espresso was good but for my taste could be better.

Sweet heaven!!!it’s a MUST to visit this place and taste all those little cakes!!thank me later!

I had a soy cappuccino, which wasn’t the best—the flavor was a bit weak and could have been stronger. Nevertheless, the service was excellent and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming.

I had a wonderful experience at this charming bar (in Italy, 'bars' are not a drinking place, it’s like a coffee shop, serving breakfast and lunch and sometimes even dinner) in Italy that reminded me of the 'Pret A Manger' concept. The service was cheerful and quick, which added to the overall enjoyment. The products they offered were top-notch, and I particularly loved the creamy filling in my cornetto, which still had a fresh taste despite possibly not being from today. The coffee was good, surpassing what I've had in the UK, and the best part was the price – only 5.2€ for two cappuccini and two cornetti alla crema! I'm definitely coming back for breakfast! Highly recommended.

It's a typical espresso bar with a quick coffee and a croissant in the morning. Croissants are freshly baked, coffee is ok, fruit salad was not the best (stored in the fridge overnight), panino was ok as well. Service is quick and nice, toilet was out of service.

Great place to chill before your train, and free wifi as a big bonus! Friendly efficient and accomodating staff, good coffee 👌🏽 Not sure about the food as they didn’t have what I wanted, I only had a pastry but it was acceptable. Recommend :)

Very cool place to take a typical italian breakfast before your day at La Spezia or in the Cinque Terre !

Sounds like a cozy little spot in the city! 🏙️ Those French-style croissants must be to die for, and a good cup of coffee can really hit the spot. I'll definitely keep this cafe in mind for my next visit. ☕🥐

Humble espresso bar with a small patio near the train station. Pastries and coffee are good, especially the cappuccino. Pastries are typically Italian and sweet. If you stay in Affittacamere Casa Dane, your breakfast service will be here.

This place is definitely underrated. Finding specialty coffee in Italy is mission impossible, yet you find this coffee shop in La Spezia. V60 test successfully passed, cappuccino test successfully passed. The sandwiches are also very good and the staff so kind and helpful. Big like!

I saw a recommendation online bout this café, so I went. This was even better than what I could imagine. I have never had a croissant that is that fluffy and delicious. It was the perfect Italian pastry. And since I am a musician, to have a music clef on my cappuccino, was magical. And on top of that, the cappuccino is perfectly brewed and tasted absolutely delicious. The orange juice was freshly squeezed. And these three items are part of the Italian breakfast as you can see on the menu. Oh, and that only came out to be 8 euros. I also got the lavender cappuccino. That was definitely different and interesting but I think I prefer my normal cappuccino. The café itself is super cute. I sat outside. There is a bar area also. I presume lunch and dinner would be wonderful as well. I highly highly recommend this place.

We came for breakfast on a monday morning, got toasts and fresh red orange juice. It was for 10 euros, but really tasty. The only disadvantage was the cold space.

Coffee is sensational coming from someone who lives in Melbourne, Australia were the coffee is really good.

The best place to have a good coffee & nice pastries in La spezia. Plus the service was really good, the best one we found in La spezia.

Great coffee and they have lactose free milk, which is rare to find!

Very nice place. They serve Italian breakfast (cappuccino, croissant, foccacia, ...) and the setup is quite nice.

The service is great same with the atmosphere. The Food was also great but the only complaint I can say is the Red Velvet cake was a bit dry and the strawberry matcha latte was sweet for my taste. The sparkling blueberry waS yo die for ngl. The tteobokki was great. All in all I highly recommend the place if you like korean style cafes.

Super friendly stuff, tasty coffe

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(Translated by Google) A nice and welcoming place, in a modern style, offering a large variety of products and dishes for both breakfast and lunch. Good food, not high prices, fast service even during peak hours, thanks to the staff who are always friendly and attentive to customer needs. It's a shame, however, that in recent years it has lost some of its luster. (Original) Locale carino ed accogliente, in stile moderno, offre una gran varietà di prodotti e pietanze sia per la colazione che per il pranzo. Buona cucina, prezzi non elevati, servizio veloce anche nelle ore di punta, grazie al personale sempre gentile e attento alle esigenze dei clienti. Peccato però che negli ultimi anni abbia perso un po' di smalto.

(Translated by Google) A great experience at Maeli Café. Delicious dishes made with fresh ingredients, just steps from the port. Nice location with welcoming staff. Recommended (Original) Gran bella esperienza al Maeli Cafè. Piatti buoni e con prodotti freschi a pochi passi dal porto. Location ben fatta e con personale accogliente. Consigliato

(Translated by Google) To my surprise I found a customer-focused owner. The girls are very kind, a clean environment, carefully looked after despite being a place close to the construction sites. You can see and feel that they care. Great food and service. A nice decor. Very nice. (Original) Con mia grande sorpresa ho trovato un proprietario attento alla clientela. Le ragazze molto gentili,un ambiente pulito,curato con attenzione pur essendo un posto vicino ai cantieri. Si vede e si sente che ci tengono. Ottimo cibo e servizio. Un bel arredamento. Molto bello.

(Translated by Google) Always liked it. Having said goodbye to work 🍾👏🤠 due to retirement (unfortunately😂😂😂) even though with the change of management it still remained a nice bar. Spacious with plenty of place to sit with comfortable sofas to relax and spend some time with friends. Friendly staff offering a wide range of breakfasts, lunches and aperitifs. Large outdoor parking. (Original) Sempre piaciuto. Fatto l'addio al lavoro 🍾👏🤠 per pensionamento (purtroppo😂😂😂) anche se con cambio gestione rimasto sempre un bel bar. Spazioso con molto posto per sedersi con comodi divanetti per rilassarsi e passare un po' di tempo in compagnia. Gentile il personale che offre un'ampia gamma di colazioni, pranzi ed aperitivi. Ampio parcheggio esterno.

DO NOT EAT THERE. Horrible food, it is frozen food from the supermarket and then heated. But barely, as the past was raw. Even the salad was terrible. The aperol spritz was the worst one I ever had. Save yourself some money and time and do not go there, even if it is the only place open. Not even the pigeons could eat the bread served with the salad. They do say in their menu that it is frozen, however very small and not that it is supermarket food.

I normally don’t leave reviews, but my experience here was incredibly disappointing. I walked in and politely asked for a latte. Instead of simply taking the order, the man behind the counter responded rudely with, “What do you mean?” My fiancé clarified by asking if they sold lattes, and the employee said, “I make lattes, not sell lattes,” in a very condescending tone. Rather than just serving the drink or explaining, he continued making unnecessary comments and insults. Even as we decided to leave, he was still talking negatively as we walked out the door. As someone visiting from America, I understand cultural differences — but basic kindness and respect are universal. No customer should be treated with sarcasm and hostility for simply ordering a coffee especially in a very touristy area! There are plenty of other cafés with friendly service, so I would not recommend this place.

The food is deepfreezed. The mojito is awzfull. Only positive is that they give generous amounts of alcohol in the drinks!

Very good food and friendly service. Reasonable prices..

Made a pit stop at il caffe for an aperol spritz after checking out the Cinque Terre all day. They give you a generous amount of alcohol. Perfect to unwind and soak in the sun as you rest your little feets before carrying on with the rest of your day.

Absurd price for a small iced coffee, not very nice waitress

Excellent homemade food. Great service and amazing cocktails. All very affordable. Don’t forget to have lunch here while visiting lovely La Spezia. Try their roasted pork with potatoes and a refreshing negroni.

To my opinion the best cappucino I have had in Italy during my trip-a light, airy and creamy foam with a slight bitterness. I had a set that included coffee, freshly squeezed orange juice, and a croissant with cream - simply excellent, and the atmosphere of tranquility and seclusion inside is also very valuable.

The definition of a classic Italian breakfast. A cappuccino, so creamy, rich, and flavourful that it requires no sugar or any other additives. The croissant was also delicious.

Coffee is okay, not great. We also tried a mini-pizza and cannoli and it was good.

Really nice authentic little café. Really good coffee (velvety cappuccino) and really good chocolate croissants. Most people coming here in the morning seem to be locals which is always a good sign. Very good price for someone who's used to paying £4+ for a cup of average coffee in the UK.

One of the best cappuccinos I had in Italy (lactose free option). Just delicious!

Good espresso, decent price. They also have a long list of sweet coffee, with chocolate, crema etc.

very good traditional breakfast

Awesome place with awesome food, literally saved our rainy morning! They offer many many many different dishes, that all looked super good. The drinks and the cocktails are great too, and can be customized for specific dietary requirements or preference (almond milk for example). We had the eggs Benedict and the home made waffles, both were fantastic. The venue is huge and very well decorated, which gives a great mood to the place. The waiters were kind and did everything they could to make us feel welcome. I definitely recommend!

At piazza St Bon, you can’t miss this brunch joint. It has a beautiful elevated patio outside but the inside is equally beautiful. The washrooms are clean and comfortable compared to others in the area. Definitely inviting, the menu selection offers great varieties and gets you to linger even longer. A delightful experience whether it’s brunch or dinner.

Amazing first breakfast in La Spezia. A must stop. Cappuccino so good and large. Avocado toast to reset the gut. The poached egg cooked perfect. Service friendly and efficient. Love they have healthy juice mixes. I’m having kiwi, celery, lemon and apple. Great price. Steps from my airbnb🇮🇹🩷

The place is beautiful and relaxing, with a cozy atmosphere and lovely details in the decor. The food is delicious and the service is excellent 👌🏻 Special thanks to Giselli for her kindness and dedication — she was very friendly, attentive, and truly deserves appreciation 🌸

The food quality here is excellent with a lot of variety. We ordered different dishes and all of them were really delicious. The service was great, and especially Tina was very friendly, welcoming, and professional with us. Thank you for the lovely experience,

We just started our day in the best way! An amazing brunch in Bjoin! A big variety of food and drinks…we’ve been served by Tina an amazing and smily waitress! She advised us what to take with an accurate patience and kindness! The location is very nice but Tina made it more cool! Thanks guys! We will come back tonight! Stay ready!

Well designed and comfortable space serving breakfast, brunch and beyond. Came twice during our 3 day visit for their really good coffee - had a really good flat white, and their viennoiseries. Also makes a cozy working space when not too crowded. Music was really good too!

Very nice little Coffee Shop. Belle servizio 😉👍Coffe and cake very well. Thank you...

Perfecto ! The bartender is really good for cocktails ( the Negroni is one of the best I’ve drunk and you should really try the Hugo ) plus the homemade food served for the aperitivo is amazing ! I will definitely come back there

Such a cute little place with the nicest young woman running it all by herself. Good prices and all was very good

Good italian place, good coffee, tasty panini. Only in Italian, English is limited…

Perfect place for a quick breakfast!

Great coffee. Friendly staff.

Good cocktails served with a delicious aperitif

Loved the pasta and sandwiches. But the caffe crème was even better…. Creamy and flavorful! All thought better than Gelato!

The bar is big and student friendly. You can even have a mini graduation lunch there without obstructing others. Awesome!

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Free parking. Low prices, and elbow room. Can't say that for most of Europe...

Very friendly staff

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(Translated by Google) Genuine, simple and tasty! I've eaten here for both lunch and dinner and it's perfect for both occasions! Behind the dishes offered you can sense that there is experience and love for cooking. I am a vegetarian and there is always something new to try, but you can also find vegan alternatives! The atmosphere is convivial and the staff are friendly and helpful, excellent value for money!!! We really needed a little place like this in Spezia, especially for lunch!! (Original) Genuino, semplice e gustoso! Ho mangiato qui sia a pranzo che a cena e per entrambi le occasioni è perfetto! Dietro a i piatti proposti si sente che c'è esperienza e amore per la cucina. Io sono vegetariana e c'è sempre qualche proposta nuova da provare, ma si possono trovare anche alternative vegan! L'ambiente è conviviale e il personale gentile e disponibile, rapporto qualità prezzo eccellente!!! Ci voleva proprio un posticino così a Spezia, soprattutto per il pranzo!!

Unfortunetly food wasn’t good - microvawed, cheewy, tasteless. Nice staff - only reason for 2 stars

(Translated by Google) Restaurants like this are really convenient. You can eat inside, but it's really convenient to be able to point at the side dishes and buy them to take home. We sat down for lunch and everything was delicious. The portions were big and the prices were reasonable. I was surprised at how good the red wine by the glass was. This might be a great option if you're traveling and want to eat something leisurely in your hotel room. (Original) こう言うお店ってすごく便利で良い。 中でも食べれるけど、お惣菜を指差しで買って持って帰れるのが本当に便利。 私達は、ランチに座って食べましたが、全部美味しかった。量も多くて値段も手頃。グラスの赤ワインがすごく美味しかったのでびっくり。 旅行中、今日は、ホテルの部屋でゆっくり食べたいって選択肢にもぴったりかも。

(Translated by Google) We had dinner 2 weeks ago in this place eating food heated in the microwave and only the pasta was freshly made. Reading the reviews we thought we would find better. (Original) Abbiamo cenato 2 settimane fa in questo locale mangiando cibo riscaldato al microonde e solo la pasta era fatta al momento. Leggendo le recensioni pensavamo di trovare di meglio.

(Translated by Google) Fantastic experience, all 5 senses stimulated: It starts with the sense of smell, as soon as you enter a good scent envelops you; hearing: the staff at the counter (two girls who seem like your friends forever) interacting with customers; the view: a culinary wonder on display, which fills you up just by looking at it, but you would like to try everything! Touch: certain delicacies trigger primordial instincts in you and, if you want, you can eat with your hands; taste: here it reigns supreme. How much does it cost: very little! Well done guys, keep it up! (Original) Esperienza fantastica, tutti 5 sensi stimolati: Si comincia con l'olfatto, appena entrati un profumo di buono ti avvolge; l'udito: il personale al banco ( due ragazze che sembrano tue amiche da sempre) che interagisce con i clienti; la vista: una meraviglia culinaria esposta, che ti sazia solo a guardarla, ma vorresti provare tutto! Il tatto: certe bontà ti scatenano istinti primordiali e, se vuoi, puoi mangiare con le mani; il gusto: qui la fa da padrone. Quanto costa: veramente poco! Bravi ragazzi, continuate cosi!

(Translated by Google) Excellent place for lunch in the center, well-kept and welcoming atmosphere, real quality cuisine, I stop there for work and always order first and second courses, I always leave super satisfied, if I lived in the center I would definitely use it as a delicatessen too, well done!! (Original) Ottimo posto per pranzare in centro,ambiente curato e accogliente,una vera cucina di qualità,mi ci fermo per lavoro e prendo sempre primo e secondo,sono uscito sempre super soddisfatto,se abitassi in centro lo sfrutterei sicuramente anche come gastronomia,bravi!!

(Translated by Google) Great location, super friendly service, and the pasta carbonara was a dream! We've never had better. The dessert was also amazing. We'd love to come back! (Original) Tolle Location, super netter Service und die Pasta Carbonara war ein Traum! Bisher nichts besseres gegessen. Der Nachtisch ebenso. Wir kommen gerne wieder!

There’s no better place for brunch in La Spezia! Everything about Ciao Baby is perfect - the sunny vibey outdoor seating, the incredible iced lattes, the sweet staff, and the breakfast dishes of my dreams. I could eat their gorgeous fruit & yogurt bowl every day. It’s super conveniently located next to the train station and is the perfect peaceful place to hang alone/work or catch up with friends. All of their ingredients are top notch. I came here every morning on my trip. Run, don’t walk!

Great place, we went to breakfast there every day Portions are good and taste amazing The girl in the place is very nice and welcoming Highly recommend

The perfect brunch spot for a sunny Friday in La Spezia. Their private outdoor seating area was peaceful and ideal for a mid-morning pause. I had the Uova in Purgatorio; two eggs baked in a spicy tomato sauce with feta, yogurt, herbs, and just the right kick of chili. The Eden smoothie (banana, mango, pineapple juice) was bright and refreshing, and the Golosa bowl-with Greek yogurt, homemade granola, seasonal fruit, chocolate, hazelnuts, and house lavender honey-was a work of art. Flavorful, thoughtful, and beautifully done.

Great brunch menu! The avocado toast was amazing! The waffles were fluffy and had fresh strawberries on! The staff were very friendly. The only downside is the size of the kitchen, so be prepared to wait for your food a little longer.

BEST BRUNCH EVER!!! I had the chocolate waffle, Salmon walffle, marble pound cake, smoothies and iced lavender latter. We spent the morning in La Spezia before going to Cinque Terre and then came back to Ciao Baby for three breakfasts in a row.

Nice place to brunch, in the middle of the big city you're able to find a chill nice and quite place. Food was really good! We recommand it!

We loved this place so much that we went three days in a row after discovering it! The staff were always friendly, and the food was sooo delicious.

What a cute little place! The owner was warm and friendly and the pancakes and other sweet dishes are delicious! We had a great time and even got to read a bit in our books since it wasn’t too busy. Thank you very much 😋

we had a nice crêpe here!! ❤️

Lovely - a nice place for breakfast

SO KIND AND YUMMY!!

(Translated by Google) My son and I visited Slurp at Via Fratelli Rosselli 47 and had a wonderful time. We enjoyed a warm Nutella crepe and a soft donut, both delicious. The staff was very kind and welcoming, making the experience even more enjoyable. We also discovered their delicious croissants: the Kinder Bueno Cornetto, with Kinder cream, chopped Oreos, and hazelnuts, is a real treat! They also offer Twix, Tronky, and Happy Hippo options, all made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Perfect for a sweet break any time of day. We'll definitely be back to try other treats! (Original) Io e mio figlio siamo stati da Slurp in via Fratelli Rosselli 47 e ci siamo trovati benissimo. Abbiamo gustato una crepes calda alla Nutella e una soffice ciambellina, entrambe deliziose. Il personale è stato molto gentile e accogliente, rendendo l’esperienza ancora più piacevole. Inoltre, abbiamo scoperto i loro cornetti golosi: il Cornetto Kinder Bueno, con crema Kinder, granella di Oreo e nocciola, è un vero peccato di gola! Ci sono anche varianti con Twix, Tronky e Happy Hippo, tutti con ingredienti freschi e di qualità. Perfetti per una pausa dolce in qualsiasi momento della giornata. Sicuramente torneremo per provare altre delizie!

(Translated by Google) Hi, I often come here. Every time I come in I'm very happy, I feel at home. Everything is very good, the girls are very kind, I highly recommend it. Thank you 🥰💖🥰 (Original) Ciao mi reco spesso qui,ogni volta che entro sono molto contenta mi sento a casa,è tutto molto buono,le ragazze sono gentilissime,lo consiglio tantissimo.Grazie🥰💖🥰

(Translated by Google) A convenient place if you're in the center of La Spezia, with all kinds of delicious, lovingly made, high-quality desserts! Excellent service and hospitality, friendly, welcoming staff who always greet you with a smile. The crepes are fantastic. Excellent value. (Original) Posto comodo se si è in zona centrale a La Spezia, con dolci di ogni genere deliziosi e fatti con amore, qualità alta! Servizio ed accoglienza ottimi, personale gentile accogliente che ti aspetta sempre con un bel sorriso. Le Crepes direi fantastiche. Qualità prezzo ottima.