Location: Ancona
Top Restaurants in Ancona
Where to eat Italian food in Ancona: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Ancona. Ancona (Italian pronunciation: [aŋˈkoːna] ( listen); Greek: Ἀγκών – Ankon (elbow)) is a city and a seaport in the Marches region in central Italy, with a population of around 101,997 as of 2015. Ancona is the capital of the province of Ancona and of the region. The city is located 280 km (170 mi) northeast of Rome, on the Adriatic Sea, between the slopes of the two extremities of the promontory of Monte Conero, Monte Astagno and Monte Guasco.
Things to do in Ancona
10. Opera Nova della Marca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 724 reviews
Elegance and privacy.A style that blends the taste of fine cuisine inspired by tradition.OPERA NOVA of the BRAND is this, the young owner's desire to make every dinner a banquet taking care of guests in a unique environment.Seasonal cuisine is enriched wi
Reviewed By fabienroche
We chose the tasting menu and it was good. The pasta dish with Sage & Rosemary pesto was extremely original and delicious as was the Ricotta soufflé antipasto. The rest was very good but not exceptional.One thing to mention: outstanding wine for the menu prices. We had a very good bottle for only 15 euros, something unthinkable in many other countries.All in all well worth the 30 euros for the 5 course tasting menu.salve, mi ricordo di voi, mi spiace che non sono riuscito ad interloquire con voi, mi ero accorto che qualcosa non vi andava a genio ma non ho avuto modo di capire cosa, io purtroppo non parlo inglese e non sapevo come intervenire, mi auguro che la prossima volta andrà meglio.Mauro C.
9. La DegOsteria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 978 reviews
This property will be closed for vacation from the 21/1/2019 until the 5/02/2019 Our restaurant is placed in the old town center in Ancona, looking at the port and the old Church "Santa Maria della Piazza". Here you can find an America-Bar, a welcoming wa
Reviewed By Nesreen R
the place is modern and comfortable, it was recommended by the hotelthe food was great, especially the sweets, the staff was friendly and professional
8. Osteria del Poggio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 625 reviews
Reviewed By noughtnanist
We found this place by chance after a morning in Portonovo. All the places on the beachfront were shut (end of season) so we speculatively headed up the hill into Poggio. This place doesnât look much from the outside but all of our food was delicious (pappardelle alla cinghiale and tagliatelle pomodoro for my 8- and 6-year-old sons and more adventurous meat choices for us) washed down with local wine. The service was friendly and attentive and while the menu is not available in English the staff were able to explain well enough what each dish was. Thoroughly recommended!
7. Vino al Vino Bistrot
Overall Ratings
4 based on 189 reviews
At Vino al Vino bistrot you can taste delicious wines, talk with people, read books and magazines, listen to good music, access the internet, meet people. Our wine list is the result of a passionate research throughout Italian wineries. Here you can eat u
Reviewed By gyywong
This little Bistrot is excellent in every way, from the warm service, tasteful interior, to the good value wine list and food offering. Go for the local red or white, as the selection here are amongst the best producers. We had a Montecappone Verdicchio dei Castelli Di Jesi "Federico II" and it was very good. Even the Piadina of vegetables was not the typical fare and exceptionally good. Definitely a place I want to return if I go to Ancona again in future. Be sure to make a reservation as this place is popular.
6. Saviotti
Overall Ratings
4 based on 365 reviews
Reviewed By alessandro m
A tremendous, fantastic experience which I hope to live again: stunned and truly satisfied, this is my first impression of this little diamond in the Ancona's countryside.It is not easy to get to the restaurant, and it is not easy to spot it from the road: you will not cross path with it unless you really look for it, and it is all worth it.Elegance, sobriety, professionalism, courtesy, and cooking preciousness are the key words for the evening. The cherant to high levels, and made our dinner a special one.The chef was a master in both fish and meat: I had fish, while my girlfriend took meat, and we were both ecstatic.The flavors were superbly combined to make an orchestrated symphony in the mouth, while chewing such a quality of food. The list of wines you can chose from is very vast, and I could have gotten lost, hadn't I asked for suggestions. he deserts are a point of high value for this restaurant. It has a professional chocolate lab, which produces some of the best tasting chocolate I have (ever) had. Do ask the waitress for it, or you'd miss on something very special. However, keep in mind that this is a very high level restaurant, and I'd bet nothing is less than perfect.Th atmosphere is the most appropriate one for special occasion: large tables are well separated from one another, while a diffused soft music sings in the background. A wooden floor with many vintage-looking pieces of design on the walls will complete the magical setting of the night.I am surprised it has not gotten Michelin stars (yet), and I look forward to see it getting one.Prices reflect the quality of serving, food, and place. However, they are also less costly than what you would get if you were in the center of larger cities.
5. Altopalato
Overall Ratings
4 based on 164 reviews
Traditional looking for innovation.
Reviewed By Michael C
Our lunch at Altopalato was definitely one of the highlights of our five day trip through Le Marche. The first room you enter is a fully stocked deli with a wide selection of specialty foods and sauces available for purchase. There is also a huge array of local wines (by the bottle or glass) and enough local delights for sale you would find it difficult to choose. A congenial man works behind the counter and offers a wide range of cheeses, sliced meats and cooked dishes such as frittata, artichoke, zucchini, and lasagna. In the next room you'll find three tables with seating for maybe 15 guests and if you choose to dine inside you'll be whisked to a place at one of the tables by a charming woman and served a bountiful meal you will long remember. We came for lunch and were two of the first to be seated. This couple is extremely kind and friendly. We spoke only in Italian but I wouldn't be surprised if they speak other languages. They told us they were originally from Brescia (not far from Milan) and moved to Ancona 10 years ago because they were mesmerized by the beauty of Ancona. The whole experience: the charmingly atmospheric rooms (check out the flooring!), the wonderful aromas, the kindness of this couple and the fabulous meal we were served - will remain in our memory for years to come. Thank you!!!!!
4. Pizzeria Paola
Overall Ratings
4 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By JDLangton
Writing this review after 40mins waiting, and we have still not received our pizzas. How long does it take to cook a traditional pizza? Minutes, I believe. The only reason we have not left yet is because we fear it is too late to find another restaurant.The place is recently renovated and may have changed their offering, which is now exclusively pizza. Looks a lot like a fast food place. I struggle to understand how hey have achieved the rating of 5th best in Ancona, as it was when we arrived.After 45 mins the pizzas arrived. They are correct.
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3. Il Casa Mia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 120 reviews
Ristorante situato a pochi km da Portonovo immerso nella natura in piena tranquillità ,locale intimo e accogliente. Lavoriamo solo pesce fresco cercando di soddisfare al meglio ogni esigenza!La nostra più grande soddisfazione è far sentire ai nostri client
2. Wokaway
Overall Ratings
4 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By falcolux
Definitely the only and best fusion restaurant in Ancona. This small but original restaurant in the heart of the city is really innovative and very well managed by a group of young but highly professional guys always willing and keen to satisfy customers with new dishes and genuine ingredients. Tasty handcrafted beers, natural products and fast delivery are the pluses. Sure I will come back. Very well done!
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1. Il Falcone
Overall Ratings
4 based on 256 reviews
Local pizza restaurant located on a villa of 1904 with a large courtyard with garden and disposed of various rooms for a total of about 300 people between external and internal.
Reviewed By cristianomontesi76
I went in this place because attracted by positive reviews; waitress is really kind and friendly, food maybe a bit over rated. 2 guests, we got the mix antipasti (cold and hot): the cold plate was nothing special, maybe too much vinegar marinated, while the hot one was really good. Shells prepared in a proper way. Main courses (grill & deep fried) were good. Overall I feel like suggesting it, at least to give a try to the different pastas they propose.
