La Bellezza

La Bellezza is an iconic Italian restaurant located at 126 Esquermoise Street in Old Lille, just a short walk from the Grand'Place and the station. Housed in a former fabric shop, the venue features a spectacular 7-meter glass roof, a vast library, and an open kitchen, creating a warm and lively atmosphere. This welcoming trattoria caters to families, friends, couples, and groups looking for an authentic Italian dining experience. Chef Thomas Carraro leads the kitchen with a generous menu inspired by traditional Italian recipes. The restaurant emphasizes seasonal ingredients sourced directly from small producers in Italy, ensuring freshness and authenticity. Signature dishes include Neapolitan pizzas, fresh pasta, risottos, homemade lasagna, shareable antipasti, and bruschetta. Among the notable specialties are creamy burrata from Puglia with truffle cream, carbonara arancini with crunchy guanciale from Gombitelli, and plin filled with Bologna mortadella and shoulder of veal, prepared daily. Classic Italian desserts such as tiramisu complete the menu. A carefully selected range of Italian wines accompanies this simple, flavorful, and 100% homemade cuisine, offering an authentic taste of Italy in Lille.