Ristorante Paradiso

This is a stack with anime that take place in different European countries, either completely or in several episodes when characters are traveling to these countries.

Countries included in this stack: England, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Czech Republic, Switzerland

These anime are mostly set at restaurants, cafes or bars. The characters are either working there, are frequent customers, or have yet another connection with these places.

Cool, nice, sweet and handsome collection of gentlemen. Romance is optional! ;)


(List is a work in progress, items may be added or subtracted! DM for suggestions)

Shows/Movies of all kinds that are either meant for or can be enjoyed by an older audience. A treasure trove of excellence covering a wide range. Story-driven thrillers, well researched historical shows, brilliant world-constructions, poetic narrations, gripping thrillers, dark comedies, complex future visions, tightly packed action, avant-garde art, solid entertainment, tear-jerking dramas to light-hearted slices of lives.
No big-boob dumdums, high-pitched VAs, fan-/lip-service or plot-around-the-holes-type shows. Teenage angst and school-settings are rarities in these two lists.

Just random recommendations you may not have seen or heard.

This is stack of predominantly non-comedic, Slice of Life anime. These anime are not entirely devoid of comedic elements, but comedy features rather sparsely and isn't a key plot-device. Some of the anime featured here uses the opportunity to deal with and provides an insight into complex subject matters, ranging from Depression to Gender-identity, in a realistic and humane way.

An anime about the everyday life of adults, from the first steps of young students to the serious work of mature men and women. There are no special rules, you can also find here some historical and moderately science fiction works, as long as they are devoted to the daily life of adults.

A collection of anime where it (mostly) revolves around a restaurant, in no particular order.

Do keep in mind that this by no means an exhaustive list. Other anime shows that may fall under this category will certainly be overlooked due to that fact.

Lastly, this collection ONLY focuses on anime shows that revolve around a restaurant, so expect a mixed bag of genres/themes.

Anime featuring romantic relationships between adults, featuring aspects of adult life. Feel free to let me know if there's any I've missed!
Still being updated.

My 2nd part of realist/semi-realistic art styles in anime.

Realistic or semi-realistic art styles, proper face & body proportions, nothing that looks too cartoon-ish or stereotypical overly detailed big anime eyes or moe art style


part 1: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/20237

Anime containing Italian references

- D.Gray-man: Episodes 3, 4 and 5 of the D.Gray-man anime are set in nineteenth-century Matera. Other minor references along the way.
- Ristorante Paradiso: The story is set in a restaurant in Rome.
- La Storia della Arcana Famiglia: The show has an Italian title, also almost every character have Italian words as their names. The setting is clearly inspired by Italy.
- Campione!: The blonde main character is Italian and some parts of the anime are located in Sardinia.
- Arte: Set in Renaissance Florence.
- Aria The Animation: The anime is set in Neo Venice, a faithful replication of Venice.
- Galilei Donna: Three descendants of Galileo Galilei - Hozuki, Hazuki and Kazuki Ferrari - lead a quiet existence in Tuscany.
- Gunslinger Girl: Set in Italy in an unspecified future.
- Kaitou Tenshi Twin Angel: Kyun Kyun☆Tokimeki Paradise!!: It has some Italian references inside
- Katekyo Hitman Reborn!: some parts are located in Italy.
- Lupin III (2015): this series takes place in Italy and San Marino.
- Noir: Various Italian references to weapons, cities, etc.
- Romeo x Juliet: It doesn't even need to be said.
- Toaru Majutsu no Index: There are historical allusions to the Catholic Church and Italian history, palaces clearly inspired by famous palaces in Italy, some character's names are in Italian, and more.
- Blend S: Main character (Dino) is Italian, the name of the restaurant is in Italian, there are various references to Italian cuisine in the show.
- 91 Days: The main characters are Italians.
- La Corda d'Oro - Blue Sky: Italian name of the show, also there is an Italian character.
- JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Some characters have Italian names, also the fourth season is located in Italy.
- Captain Tsubasa: An important character ends up playing in Italy, also various references to Italian football.
- Ao Ashi: Main character reference the Italian legend "Roberto Baggio" and the Italian club "AC Milan" while talking.
- Code Geass: For a short time you can briefly see Dante Alighieri's famous quote "Lasciate ogni speranza voi ch'entrate" on screen when a specific event happen (minor reference)
- Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e: There are a few Italian and latin famous quotes at the beginning of some episodes
- Girls und Panzer: in the OVA if I'm not wrong, there is this odd reference to Italian fascism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2TSdz4eRvY

Please note, I'm going to select the first season to each show but sometimes the references may only happens in sequels.
I'm 100% sure I'm missing something here. Please propose (maybe in DM) new anime to add to this list.

Romance as the main plot or sub plot but not set in high school rather in the adult world like workplace, university etc

Some are not only focused on romance, but have good couples.
I've tried adding a bit of everything.

List of Anime with 11 Episodes or Less

Notes:
1. TV only
2. Movie, ONA, OVA, and other type are not included
3. 1st Season/Part 1 only

Previous: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/32362

Animes featuring cooking.