THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN CINQUE TERRE

French Italian

Belforte

Belforte specialties are essentially based on fish. Spaghetti with "Bruno" made with seafood have now reached the top in the preferences of visitors of the restaurant. The strength of Belforte cuisine is the simplicity of taste in all its manifestations.

Via Guidoni, 42 - Vernazza (SP)

Phone +39 0187 812222 web site

Dal Billy

The trattoria consists of three levels: two inside and one open terrace where you can watch the sea, the village and the hillside with the locals' gardens. A staircase of stone, surrounded by plants and lemons, will take you to the different levels.

Via Aldo Rollandi, 42 - Manarola (SP)

Phone +39 0187 920628 web site

La Cambusa

For dinner, la Cambusa has good food and a grandstand location. Although it's on via Bottaro behind the seafront, its upper terrace is an open-air verandah overlooking the sea. Clams cooked in pine nuts and olives are excellent.

Via T.Bottaro, 1 - Santa Margherita Ligure (GE)

Phone +39 0185 287410 web site

Al Carugio

Located just right in the heart of the historical center of Monterosso, "Al Carugio" is not only a restaurant, but also a harmony of architectonic expression that makes the atmosphere of their dining room warm and pleasant.

Via San Piero, 9 - Monterosso al Mare (SP)

Phone +39 0187 817453 web site

Il Ciliegio

The restaurant "Il Ciliegio", at 200 mt from sea level, is plunged into the green and provides you a wonderful view on the Gulf of Monterosso. The restaurant is present on the "Osterie d'Italia" guide for its traditional Ligurian cusine.

Loc. Beo, 2 - Monterosso al Mare (SP)

Phone +39 0187 817829 web site

La Lanterna

La Lanterna opens up on to the marina, just a few steps from the sea the bounty of which determines our menu. Though, its limited size can be explained by its centuries old roots, a sense of weathered harmony is conferred, forged by time and sea salt.

Via San Giacomo, 10 - Riomaggiore (SP)

Phone +39 0187 920589 web site

Miky

Miky's is a typical Italian restaurant, with a veranda opened onto the marvellous sea of Monterosso al Mare and a comfortable inner garden. For the lovers of strong savours, Miky suggests the home-made pasta with sepia and shellfishes.

Via Fegina, 104 - Monterosso al Mare (SP)

Phone +39 0187 817608 web site

Osteria Il Baretto

Signora Paola's cuisine is typical of the Cinque Terre and Liguria, from which come stuffed muscles, "Tian Vernazza" (anchovie, tomatoe and potatoe casserole), stockfish, grilled fish, spaghetti with fresh anchovies and their famous pesto.

Via Roma, 31 - Vernazza (SP)

Phone +39 0187 812381 web site

La Posada

The restaurant has beautiful garden with an impressive view of one of the bays of the Cinque Terre ( Five Lands ) ant it is here where "real gourmet" can be found dining! The fresh fish caught locally and grilled is yet another of our specialities.

Via alla Stazione, 11 - Corniglia (SP)

Phone +39 0187 821174 web site

Al Pozzo

In the restaurant which has been restored due to antique methods, you are welcomed in a warm and suggestive atmosphere, made still more precious by the huge aquarium, always well supplied with fresh lobster and original choice of crockery.

Via Roma, 24 - Monterosso al Mare (SP)

Phone +39 0187 817575 web site

Ripa del Sole

Everything was delicious... but especially recommended is the seafood platter as a starter.. heavenly! The grilled tuna steak was also very nice - and so was the fried seafood mix: all golden and extra-crispy.

Via De Gasperi, 282 - Riomaggiore (SP)

Phone +39 0187 920143 web site

Via Venti

Located on one of the most ancient alleyways in the town-characteristic to the historic center. Here you can eat and relax, while enjoying ancient atmosphere of the village where you enjoy local and regional cooking.

Via XX Settembre, 32 - Monterosso al Mare (SP)

Phone +39 0187 818347 web site