La Rosticceria

La Rosticceria is a friendly, owner-run Italian deli-restaurant on Watamu's Jacaranda Road, and one of the better-value Italian spots in a town where Italian food is everywhere but rarely cheap. It's a relaxed, unpretentious place run by Tommy and Marco — Tommy in the kitchen, Marco on the cocktails — where regulars come for anything from a morning coffee to a full dinner. Warm service and a genuinely varied menu have earned it a small but glowing following.

The Menu

The kitchen spans casual Italian comfort food with a few crowd-pleasing twists. Reviewers rave about the fried mozzarella to start and the "nutellamisu" — a Nutella-laced tiramisù — to finish. Alongside the Italian staples you’ll find approachable options like cheeseburgers and chicken with fries, plus cocktails mixed by Marco. It’s the kind of menu with something for everyone, which is exactly why families and groups keep coming back.

The Vibe

This is a casual, easygoing spot rather than a special-occasion restaurant. Expect good music, a welcoming atmosphere, parking, and staff who are quick and polite. It works equally well as a laid-back lunch, a coffee-and-work stop, or a relaxed dinner with cocktails. The mood is friendly and low-key — you’re being looked after by the owners themselves.

Good to Know

Open daily and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner (roughly from early morning until around 10 PM — confirm current hours). No reservations needed; just walk in. Prices are budget-friendly by Watamu standards, making it a reliable everyday choice rather than a splurge. It’s family-friendly with parking available, and casual dress is perfectly fine.