The story
Just outside Ancona’s bustling center, Osteria del Baffo delivers a quintessential taste of the Adriatic. This traditional osteria has built a reputation on extremely fresh seafood and consistent, authentic flavors. The menu reads like a masterclass in regional maritime cooking, with standout dishes like the delicate Tartare di Orata e Mela and the rich, comforting Stoccafisso all’Anconetana.
As noted by the creators at Where The Foodies Go, this is the place for the “best stockfish Ancona-style,” served in generous portions at a fair price. From bruschetta topped with anchovies to Calamarata con Broccoli, Mandorle e Calamari, the kitchen honors local tradition without pretense. It’s an essential stop for anyone seeking an honest, high-quality meal that captures the spirit of Ancona’s seafood heritage.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 11 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers rave about the briny, pristine Ostrica, calling it a standout. The overall vibe is one of rustic, confident simplicity that lets the ingredients shine.
“The oyster — maybe the only animal I've praised even more than mantis shrimp. My passion is strictly without lemon. Pure sea, delicious, very fresh. Obviously France is France, but this is an excellent oyster.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Osteria del Baffo. Most active: Where The Foodies Go
- Where The Foodies GoLoved
A di ANCONA - Ancona Food Tour - 🇮🇹 "L'Italia dalla A alla Z" 🇮🇹 - Episodio 1 · @ 11:40
A traditional osteria outside the centre serving extremely fresh seafood and the best stockfish Ancona-style, with generous portions at a fair price.
Dishes mentioned
Tartare di Orata e Mela
A tartare of sea bream and apple. The fish is extremely fresh.
Tartare di Tonno
Tuna tartare, as good as the previous one.
Canocchia
I love this animal — it's good raw, good with sauce, always good. Sorry, mantis shrimp.
Mazzancolla
King prawn, raw.
Carpaccio di Pesce
Carpaccio and I'm as happy as a child. Also a poet.
