L'Italia - Carcassonne

We had just had tapas and beers at an expensive bar in town and as we were not too hungry we were searching for a bar. L'Italia was about 50 yards from our boat so we stopped by for a beer.  A girl on the next table was presented with a smoked salmon pizza, and after seeing it we immediately ordered two smoked salmon artichoke and creme fraiche pizzas. We were not disappointed. They were thin and crispy and two between four of us was just a bit too much. As the restaurant filled, more dishes came out all looking good and with huge portions. You do need to speak a little French though.

The place is very busy with locals eating and take away pizza.We were two of us had dinner, straight into main dish. A huge dish, very tasty however could not finish and the price is a little expensive to us.People are nice enough, that something needs to be pointed out.

This popular restaurant is a bit of a gem. Authentic Italian cooking assisted by a Portuguese waiter come pizza maker. Good value for money and friendly service, but be sure to phone ahead to make a booking (even full up on a Monday night).

We arrived early on a Sunday evening (just before 7pm) and the owners were still eating their own evening meals. They were happy for us to take a seat while they cleared away their meal. The portions are generous so make sure you're hungry when you arrive. We shared an salad entrée (buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, lettuce, balsamic) and a napolitaine pizza and lasagne. Both mains could easily have fed 2 people!! Convenient location near the train station (and very close to our hotel), we'd recommend eating here for a casual meal. There also seemed to be many locals eating here, often a good sign. Tip: we walked past this restaurant the next evening - Monday - and it was closed (along with many other restaurants in Carcassonne on a Monday evening!)

It is worth looking for this restaurant for the quality of the food. Family run and charming, vast portions and very reasonable prices . Tucked away near the railway station. Relaxed and welcoming . I had the braciola which was a mixture of meat dishes coked together with cheese and spaghetti , enough for several people. My wife's steak filled the plate. We liked the place very much