Reviews - Osteria da James Joyce
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ShayRai Z. • 1 review
February 20, 2026
10/10
+12We had an AMAZING multi-course dining experience at Osteria James Joyce. The presentation, flavors and atmosphere were simply stellar. Each dish, better than the last. The Oyster Tempura appetizer was one of the best things I have ever eaten. The wine, fantastic. The tiramisu, house made and so delicate...same for the white chocolate mousse! The only thing better than the food, was the staff! So welcoming and warm!!
Osteria da James Joyce • Owner
Dear Guest, thank you so much for your wonderful words. We are truly delighted that you enjoyed your multi-course dining experience with us and that both the flavors and presentation of our dishes left such a great impression. It is especially rewarding to hear that you appreciated the Oyster Tempura, our homemade desserts and the wine selection. Most of all, your kind words about our team mean a lot to us, as we always strive to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for every guest. We look forward to welcoming you again at Osteria James Joyce for another memorable evening.
Thora M. • 3 reviews
January 25, 2026
10/10
Lovely restaurant. Such friendly warm staff. Delicious turbot. Highly recommended
Osteria da James Joyce • Owner
Dear Guest, thank you very much for your kind words. We are delighted that you enjoyed your experience with us, especially the turbot and the warm hospitality of our team. Your recommendation means a lot to us and we truly hope to welcome you again soon at Osteria James Joyce.
Paul T. • 22 reviews
December 13, 2025
9.5/10Very good restaurant with a nice atmosphere. Order the Tiramisu, which is a festive surprise
William M. K. • 1 review
September 25, 2025
10/10We had a wonderful dinner at Osteria da James Joyce. Each dish was very well prepared, imaginative, and delicious. The service was also excellent including attention from the owner himself. Highly recommended!
Scott S. • 8 reviews
September 15, 2025
10/10We had a lovely night. Menu was full of surprises, lovely fusion touches, and fresh from the sea flavours. But as importantly it was fun and the staff members were wonderful hosts. Good wine choice too!
Christa S. • 1 review
September 10, 2025
10/10“A cozy, plush place lovingly furnished, very central, with super-friendly staff. The food is fantastic – great fish selection, perfectly cooked pasta, excellent desserts – absolutely worth it!”
Claudio F. • 1 review
August 21, 2025
9/10Excellent food, great service. Eating abroad for an Italian could be challenging, but in this restaurant we found the flavor and light cuisine we are used to
Peter C. • 2 reviews
June 23, 2025
9/10This restaurant could be either a tourist-trap or a place, which aimed to live up to the name of James Joyce. Their menu is very broad - and we found plates, which really fit into our situation. And the waiter helped us fill out the blanks to secure a fantastic meal tasting local foods and wine.
Thomas S. • 1 review
May 8, 2025
10/10
The Osteria da James Joyce is a truly beautiful space to celebrate any occasion. Owners Philipo and Christiano are wonderful hosts who made our group feel welcome like family. The food was delicious, the service excellent and the entire experience was the perfect way to welcome our guests to Trieste the evening before our wedding. We will definitely be back when we return to Trieste later this year.
Kalina M. • 2 reviews
May 27, 2025
10/10It was our second visit to Osteria James Joice. Kristian was discreet and efficient. Everything came in the same time for all six of us. Food was delicious and the presentation was very elegant. Atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable in spite of fancy surroundings . My fool recommendations! Kalina
Giorgio E. • 1 review
May 11, 2025
10/10
+1Lovely place, delicious food, friendly stuff
sonja k. • 12 reviews
March 27, 2025
10/10
the best place in Trieste!
Davide P. • 42 reviews
December 6, 2024
9/10Enjoyed the place , with its original furniture. Food was good. Would recommend
Tatiana M. • 2 reviews
January 4, 2025
10/10Very tasty food, inexpensive. Friendly and attentive staff
Gabriella r. • 63 reviews
December 16, 2024
9/10Excellent option for our first night in Trieste! Great service very good food and quiet place
Vinko R. • 2 reviews
November 17, 2024
4.5/10The food was unremarkable, even bad. Small portions, bad dry bread. The waiter was overbearing.
mario b. • 55 reviews
November 1, 2024
8.5/10
ok
Hanno H. • 1 review
October 21, 2024
8.5/10We had a very nice birthday celebration dinner as family with a very friendly and excellent service, including a sparkling aperitivo on the house a birthday welcome. The food was good, especially antipasti and starters. The tagliata meat could have been is better quality in taste and texture. Deserts were good but a little rich. Wine suggestion as well as digestive were excellent.
sonja k. • 12 reviews
October 12, 2024
8.5/10it's a very pleasant place with nice food and friendly waiters. we will certainly come back.
Dee P. • 1 review
September 30, 2024
10/10Lovely restaurant, attentive servers and excellent food
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