Kebab, shawarma, pizza and tacos on Via Battisti — 4.9/5 on Google, informal Turkish food with takeaway and delivery.
Why visit
Grill Istanbul at Via Cesare Battisti 145 is a long-standing name in Pisan dining (since anni). The setting — kebab, pizza and tacos with casual service and takeaway — sets it apart from anonymous spots. On TripAdvisor it scores 4.9/5 with roughly 525 reviews, showing steady guest satisfaction.
Pisa is more than takeaway pizza: local cooking blends coast, countryside and university tradition. You eat as locals do — without translated menus at every table — and prices are often gentler than Florence or the summer coast.
Book when you can on weekends and holidays: kitchens run seatings and get busy. Arriving a few minutes early helps, especially if you are on a schedule.
If you stay in a My Pisa Home apartment, this is an easy lunch or dinner without a car. Always ask for daily specials — Tuscan seasonality is worth it.
What to order
Do not miss kebab, shawarma, pizza diavola, baklava.
Always ask for daily specials and respect seasonality: Tuscan tables follow the calendar, not international trends. Sharing starters and primi in a group lets you taste more without waste.
For wine, follow staff tips on Tuscan IGT or DOC labels: a glass or half bottle often suffices with shared courses. Still or sparkling water is standard; cover charge, if any, appears on the bill.
Short on time? Order one house signature plus a side. Staying longer? Add dessert or coffee — especially at Caffè dell'Ussero if you end the evening on the Arno.
Prices and booking
Typical price band is €€ — expect €25–45 per person with wine and cover, often lower than Florence for similar portions. Places like Via Cesare Battisti 145 serve local cooking without set tourist menus.
Weekends and Giugno Pisano (16–17 June) warrant booking. Weekday lunch 12:30–14:00 and dinner 19:30–21:00 peak: arrive at 12:00 or 19:00 to shorten waits.
Check the bill: cover (€1–3), bread (if served) and service may vary. Cards accepted; cash handy under €20.
How to get there
Address: Via Cesare Battisti 145. Pisan lanes are mostly flat; wet cobbles can be slippery.
By car: park outside the ZTL (Pietrasantina car park or PisaMover + bus). Do not enter the ZTL without a permit — automatic fines.
From Pisa Centrale: CPT bus or taxi to the venue. Tickets at tabacchi or via the official app.
Practical tips
Call +39 329 789 7444 to book.
May 2026: confirm hours, holidays and weekly closures on the official site or TripAdvisor before you travel. Mention allergies early: stocks, pasta and desserts may contain gluten, eggs, dairy and nuts.
Dress casually: these places are informal. Cash and cards accepted; small amounts may be faster in cash. Do not arrive late if you booked — kitchens run seatings.
Ideal for a quick lunch or casual dinner — delivery and pickup available.
What to do after
After eating, stroll to Borgo Stretto for gelato or coffee under the porticoes, or the riverfront at sunset.
If you stay in a My Pisa Home apartment, you can walk back without taxis — handy after Tuscan wine at dinner.
The next morning, enjoy breakfast with local produce from a bakery or market.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a reservation? Weekends yes, especially dinner. Weekdays often find seats at 12:00 or 19:00.
Child-friendly? Yes, informal vibe. High chairs not always available — ask on arrival.
English menu? Often verbally; full menu may stay Italian — staff help gladly.
Best times? Lunch 12:00–14:30, dinner 19:00–21:30. Off-peak waits are shorter.
TripAdvisor (4.9/5, ~525) praises authenticity and value. Critiques: peak waits — common at popular spots.
Pisa rewards a slow pace: one full day covers Miracoli, riverbanks and a historic trattoria lunch without rushing.
The historic centre is compact — from a My Pisa Home apartment you reach restaurants, museums and the station on foot, saving taxis and parking.
Before travelling, verify hours on official sites and TripAdvisor: weekly closures and holidays vary, especially August and January.
Mix culture and food: market in the morning, monuments until lunch, Arno at sunset — a local rhythm, not a coach tour.
For couples and families, Pisa offers generous portions and gentler prices than Florence — ideal for three–four night stays.
Updated May 2026 — confirm hours, prices and availability before you visit.
