Pasta
Carbonara
A repeated favourite, though not the strict Roman raw-egg style.
Italian trattoria
4.5 (5)Los Cristianos15-25 €



L'italiano Trattoria is a relaxed Los Cristianos Italian restaurant where the pasta gets the clearest praise. Reviews repeatedly name carbonara, rigatoni arrabbiata, Bolognese, margarita pizza and homemade desserts, with guests describing the staff as warm without making the room too loud for conversation.
It is a better choice for a proper lunch or dinner than a quick slice of pizza. The carbonara is not the strict raw-egg Roman version, but guests who liked it called it spectacular, so expectations matter. Tuesday and Wednesday are closed in the current hours; on open days it works well for families, couples and anyone wanting a sit-down Italian meal.
Pasta
A repeated favourite, though not the strict Roman raw-egg style.
Pasta
Another named pasta dish guests praise strongly.
Italian
Useful for mixed tables that want both pasta and pizza.
Dessert
A reason to stay for a full meal rather than a quick main course.
Format
Better for a relaxed meal than takeaway.
Customer photos
Guest review summary
Commonly mentioned by visitors.
Carbonara and rigatoni arrabbiata are praised as dishes worth returning for.
Pizza, Bolognese and homemade desserts give the table enough range for a full Italian meal.
The staff are repeatedly described as welcoming while keeping the atmosphere comfortable.
The carbonara is not a strict traditional raw-egg version, and the restaurant closes Tuesday and Wednesday.
Recommended reviews
Tasha N
Source: Google Maps
2 months ago
We had dinner here because my partner was craving pizza, and it turned out to be one of the best places we’ve come across so far. I’d easily rate it as one of the top places we’ve eaten at — honestly, if I could give more than 5 stars, I would because they truly deserve it.
The staff were lovely, friendly, and very welcoming. The food was absolutely amazing, and the service was quick and spot on. The atmosphere was perfect too — the music was loud enough to enjoy, but still quiet enough to have a conversation.
Overall, a solid 10/10 experience!
Jessica Edwards
Source: Google Maps
2 months ago
Wow 10/10. We only came here randomly but so thankful we did. We got the carbonara (which can sometimes be too saucy not in a good way) but was absolute perfection here. We also got the arrabiata rigatoni it was also 10/10. We will be back!
Kevin
Source: Google Maps
8 months ago
Discovered this place too late in our holiday. Would definitely visit again on another trip. Happy to recommend. Staff were so happy and welcoming and the food and ambience was top notch.
Rob (Bharat) Yates
Source: Google Maps
a month ago
A nice Italian restaurant with excellent food, the desserts were all homemade and delicious. The staff were pleasant and friendly. I would highly recommend a visit if In the area.
Wolfie Smith
Source: Google Maps
2 months ago
Best Italian food in Los Cristianos, don't waste your time trying anywhere else. We had Carbonara. It is not Italian traditional Carbona ie raw egg, if you know you know it's devastating to have it hoping for what we were served this evening, a spectacular Carbonara. We also had Bolognese, and margarita pizza, all meals were excellent. Can highly recommend this beautiful restaurant. Staff friendly and courteous, there when you need them. Can also recommend the house sweet white wine, would love to know the brand but forgot to ask. We shall be back again before our holiday is finished.
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