L’Osteria dell’Isola Restaurant - Gili Trawangan

Aside from authentic, quality cuisine, one of the delights of L’Osteria dell’Isola Restaurant in Gili Trawangan is the unexpected location. Set within Villas Edenia resort, it is tucked away a short distance from Gili T’s pulsating beachfront strip, which means a laid-back vibe and a peaceful setting beneath palm trees to really soak up its genuine Italian ambiance. This is truly what authentic dining should be about.

L’Osteria is an original Italian eatery that delivers a true taste of traditional Italian cuisine that encompasses iconic dishes the world knows and loves, as well as lesser-known regional specialties. It expertly combines fresh ingredients sourced locally, vegetables and herbs picked from its own garden and imported produce for a unique culinary experience.

It’s a peaceful culinary retreat worth venturing away from the beachfront to discover. The atmosphere leans toward unpretentious fine dining in the open air with the surrounding greenery as its décor. It overlooks open fields and coconut groves where cows and chickens graze freely. Here, the pace of life is slower, allowing diners to linger longer over lunch, sip cool drinks or enjoy an extended refreshment pitstop when traversing the island. It is this very quality which has enamored locals and long-term expats as well as inquisitive tourists.

The L’Osteria dell’Isola menu is extensive, covering all the bases, and you’re not restricted to just pasta and pizza. Beyond the delights of the Southern Mediterranean, there is comfort food like the Edenia signature burger, plus tenderloin steak and freshly grilled seafood. There are also familiar local specialties like Nasi Goreng and Rendang. In fact, you can embark on a whirlwind culinary journey across Asia via Vietnamese and Chinese spring rolls, Pad Thai and Sri Lankan curry.

Guests can also build their own platters of cold cut meats and cheese. For pasta lovers, there is an array of classics like freshly made tagliatelle, ravioli and lasagna, plus gnocchi. The diverse pizza options include the timeless margherita, Frutti de Mare and pizza prosciutto. The dessert options include old school classics like crème brulee, chocolate mousse and apple crumble.

The restaurant has a commendable selection of beers and European and world wines, plus fruity non-alcoholic libations. L’Osteria dell’Isola has a gourmet deli onsite for those pushed for time. It offers a grab and go option for selected dishes to take out as well as artisanal cooked meats and cheeses.