Where to eat Italian food in Italian Riviera: The Best Restaurants and Bars

June 28, 2020 Timmy Ribble

Discover Restaurants offering the best Italian food in Italian Riviera, Liguria, Italy. Liguria, or the Italian Riviera, boasts a bounty of beaches and resort towns, such as tiny but tony Portofino and stylish Rapallo. Hiking trails lead from Portofino to the villages of Cinque Terre. The Riviera of the Setting Sun runs north from Genoa to the French border. Connected by an extensive rail network, most towns make easy daytrips from one another. Genoa is the region's principal city and is home to attractions from its famous Cathedral and the Palazzo Reale to an excellent aquarium.
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10. Ristorante La Granda In Riviera

Largo delle Coffe 5, 17100 Savona Italy Italian, Mediterranean Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Highchairs Available, Full Bar [email protected] +39 351 132 8159 http://www.facebook.com/pg/Ristorante-La-Granda-In-Riviera-1789471881325927/about/?ref=page_internal
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5 based on 147 reviews

Ristorante La Granda In Riviera

Reviewed By Automi

Even they do not have an English card, the waiter translated and explained the menu so we understood. The entry was great but the following courses even topped them. So if you want to eat in a nice place with great food, it's the place to go.

9. Don Pasquale

Piazza Giuseppe Mazzini N. 8, 18017 San Lorenzo al Mare Italy Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, Gastropub, Ligurian, Northern-Italian Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full B [email protected] +39 0183 241371 http://www.facebook.com/Don-Pasquale-1709601949282544/
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5 based on 258 reviews

Don Pasquale

Reviewed By Calliope_101

Popped in for a late lunch whilst en route to the Italian Lakes. The restaurant had just finished its main lunch service, but we were nevertheless welcomed by the very friendly staff. Excellent pasta and an outstanding veggie lasagne. Well worth a quick diversion off the motorway!

8. Pippo a Vernazza - Tradizione & Street Food

Via Giovan Battista Gavino 28, 19018 Vernazza Italy Italian, Seafood, European, Ligurian, Northern-Italian Lunch, Brunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Wine and Beer [email protected] +39 392 049 9564 https://www.facebook.com/pippoavernazza/
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5 based on 164 reviews

Pippo a Vernazza - Tradizione & Street Food

Reviewed By Kate S

We visited three times while staying in Cinque Terre! The food is excellent, and the service was wonderful! Great, casual food and very welcoming people.

7. U Besagnin

Via Venere 18, 16016 Cogoleto Italy Italian, Pizza, Ligurian, Northern-Italian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol +39 010 918 9077 http://www.facebook.com/U-besagnin-1159753100742850
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5 based on 179 reviews

U Besagnin

Reviewed By Panda_2501

If you want to taste Ligurian flavours, you can come here! The place is very small, but clean and full of people.The owner is very likeable, kind and he has always something nice for you.Food is fantastic, above all cured meats (bacon), "farinata" (a tipical Ligurian dish) and focaccia.Now there is the possibility to eat pizza (but it isn't extraordinary) and to eat outside, because there are two tables.Something is very expensive, but you can be secure that you are eating healthy food.

6. Ristorante Quintilio dal 1889

Via Antonio Gramsci 23, 17041 Altare Italy Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, Ligurian, Northern-Italian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +39 019 58000 http://www.ristorantequintilio.it/home/
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4 based on 572 reviews

Ristorante Quintilio dal 1889

Reviewed By dgercar

I was visiting Altare because my family came from this little town of glassblowers. This restaurant was recommended by a cousin that had visited town a few years ago. We were not disappointed! We had an excellent lunch, everything fresh and tasty. Our waiter spoke perfect Spanish, so he could explain every dish in perfect detail. And our surprise was even greater when he said he was born in our own country, Uruguay!!If the main dishes were good, the desserts were exceptional. I had the best chocolate volcano ever!!!Congratulations, hope you have many years of good work ahead of you!

5. Hostaria Ducale

Salita di San Matteo 29 rosso Angolo Piazza De Ferrari, 16123, Genoa Italy Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, Ligurian, Northern-Italian, International Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments [email protected] +39 010 455 2857 http://www.hostariaducale.it
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5 based on 152 reviews

Hostaria Ducale

Italian cuisine with a great selection of wines. Elegant and hospitable environment with warm and modern tones. We have a private room for dinners or business meetings.

Reviewed By fonziekoln

Had great expectations given the positive reviews but nothing from food to service or ambiance really surprised me given the bill. May be just an unlucky night. Hello and thanks for the review.I'm really sorry that the expectations weren't met.We keep the prices under control but we are not a cheap restaurant and we are very careful about the success of the dinner.Unfortunately, when you eat raw fish and wine from important bottles, you can't have cheap prices.But I treasure your considerations and hope to see you again to make you think again.See you soon.

4. Kepris Pizzeria

Via Telemaco Signorini 673/B Via Telemaco signori 673/B, 19017 Riomaggiore Italy Italian, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer [email protected] +39 0187 920135 https://es-es.facebook.com/pg/Keprisriomaggiore/posts/
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5 based on 315 reviews

Kepris Pizzeria

Reviewed By BostonGTG

Excellent pizza. Quick service, English spoken, and friendly staff. Close to the train station and tunnel to the Marina/old town. Set back from the street, so don’t pass it by.

3. Piadiamo Vernazza

Via Gerolamo Guidoni 50 Salita Verso Il Castello Di Vernazza, 19018 Vernazza Italy Italian, Mediterranean, Ligurian, Northern-Italian, Street Food Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Seating, Accepts Credit Cards, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments [email protected] +39 392 469 1070 http://piadiamo-vernazza.business.site
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5 based on 278 reviews

Piadiamo Vernazza

Typical Italian artisan Piadineria. We create Piadine at the moment from the dough to the cooking with fresh ingredients typical of Italian cuisine. Our ingredients all come from Italian producers: flour stone-grounded from organic grains (auto-certificat

Reviewed By Lincoln C

Great choice of piadinas.. cooked fresh to order.. fast, friendly service, thank you :) Bummer about all the stairs you need to climb to get there, but if you are heading up to see the view from the castle anyway, you MUST stop there for a piadina :)

2. ZI' NINELLA

Via Antonio Maria Maragliano 17 20 Mt Dal Lungomare, 16038, Santa Margherita Ligure Italy Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, Neapolitan, Ligurian, Northern-Italian, Contemporary Dinner Reservations, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Seating [email protected] +39 349 638 8163
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5 based on 102 reviews

ZI' NINELLA

Reviewed By jkarkos

The best dining experience on our trip! The previews were absolutely right. You have to have dinner here, if you are a foodie, you should try the tasting meal. Everything is made fresh with great respect to the ingredients. I opted for the a la cart dish -rosso gambero. So happy. Prawns tasted like lobster. Super delicious. My husband opted for the tasting menu. Equally happy. It's good because we shared all the food. Half bottle of wine, prosecco. Just the right portions each time. The owner treats you like family with warmth and passionate about making your meal. Be warned, Italians savor their meals. Make a reservation if possible or come early to occupy one of the 9 tables! Thank you Pasquale Thancks

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1. A' Pignatta

Via Pegli 19r, 16156 Pegli Italy Italian, Pizza, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Highchairs Available +39 010 696 7950 http://www.facebook.com/A-Pignatta-658753840853213
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4 based on 211 reviews

A' Pignatta

Reviewed By Deaquon

Although the staff doesn't speak English, and we don't speak Italian, the owner made every effort to communicate with us. This enhanced our Italian experience. The food was fresh and full of flavour, especially the bread. It was also very good value for money. Would recommend to anyone wanting a full Italian experience.

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