Le Marche
The gourmet restaurant of Le Case country resort has enough gastronomic panache to keep foodies from venturing into Macerata. Beams and exposed stone…
Must-see restaurants in Italy
Salerno & the Cilento
This gracious restaurant is located within a swish boutique hotel just off Teggiano’s elegant main piazza. The menu varies according to what's in season,…
Assisi
Annarita is your hospitable host at this casual, brick-arched osteria, where enquires for a glass of local red are met with a barrage of tasting options…
Vernazza
With outdoor tables on the main drag and a lively soundtrack, Blue Marlin draws a steady stream of locals and visitors throughout the day. Stop in for…
Merano (Meran)
Agrigento transplant Marco has created this sweet Sicilian trattoria, sporting a welcoming front courtyard, a warm stone-walled interior and a cool jazz…
Trastevere & Gianicolo
The speciality of this glorious, stuck-in-time cake shop, opened in 1925 and not redecorated since, is the legendary Sachertorte, the favourite cake of…
Lake Garda
If you’re just off the Lake Garda ferry from ‘down south’ (ie Lombardy), welcome to Trentino where Teutonic influences prevail and sausages are king. If…
Trapani
Housed in what was palazzo stables in the 18th century, this old-world tavern with peeling racing-green paintwork and a market-fuelled kitchen on Trapani…
Syracuse
It's a long and not particularly enticing hike to this seafront restaurant, but once you're there you'll appreciate the effort. On warm days, the terrace…
Orta San Giulio
The beauty of this Venus is in the setting: lakeside with a cafe below decks and views of soporific Isola San Giulio floating on the water. If you can get…
Catania
The Slow Food movement especially recommends Spinella's traditional sweets – try the frutta martorana (marzipan sweets shaped like fruits and vegetables)…
The Veneto
In the grounds of the castello, the combination of good Italian food and the incredible views across the surrounding hills make this place well worth the…
Palermo
A homely, historic trattoria in the Vucciria, Il Maestro del Brodo revels in Italian soul-food classics, whether it be tortellini in broth, zucchini-and…
Milan
While the rest of Tortona modernises at breakneck speed, this gorgeous Liberty-style restaurant firmly resists fashion fads. Comfortable buttoned-down…
Langhe, Roero & Monferrato
A sweet surprise in meat-centric Piedmont, Osteria del Borgo Vecchio does parallel vegetarian and meat menus, with all organic ingredients and all pasta…
The Dolomites
This osteria tipica trentina (traditional, casual Trentino tavern) was originally known for its traditional Ladin specialities, but now mixes things up…
Centro Storico
For a taste of typical Roman-Jewish cooking, head to Via Portico d'Ottavia and Nonna Betta, a small tunnel of a trattoria serving traditional kosher food…
Le Marche
A popular seafront set-up, L'Angolo di Mario couples views with contemporary decor, swift service and reliably good food. Bag a table on the terrace to…
Trastevere & Gianicolo
Michelin-starred Glass creates innovative cuisine in a contemporary, sophisticated space with a mezzanine. Law graduate-turned-chef Cristina Bowerman…
Syracuse
An Edwardian-like jumble of antique furniture, lacework and flowers, this is one of Syracuse's most eclectic-looking eateries. Settle in for simple,…
Ristorante Palazzo Branciforte
Palermo
Located in a blue-blooded palazzo, this restaurant is popular for its Sunday brunch. Book ahead for a table in the elegant courtyard, the best spot to…
Emilia-Romagna
Perched rather spectacularly above Castelnovo ne' Monti in the shadow of Pietra di Bismantova, this lone agriturismo (and adjacent church) has views in…
Trapani
It doesn't get more local than this neighbourhood macelleria (butcher's shop) and deli, with a street cart selling panini con mezza (burgers) and a…
Palermo
Yes, it’s a bit out of the way, but Ai Cascinari, 1km north of the Cappella Palatina, is a long-standing Palermitan favourite. It’s especially enjoyable…
Trastevere & Gianicolo
Brave the queue and try to bag one of Augusto's tables outside on the piazza and tuck into some fabulous mamma-style cooking on one of Trastevere's…
Reggio Emilia
A little slice of local history, Canossa upholds the proud reggiano culinary tradition known as the carrello dei bolliti, a steaming cart filled with main…
Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo
Few addresses exude such a healthy vibe. Set within a shop selling aromatic plants and edible flowers, this inventive little cafe is the perfect place to…
Capri
Eating here is a bit like being invited to someone’s home: tables are set in a small backyard with lemon trees and children’s toys in the corner, and the…
Palermo
While some may find the aesthetics a little contrived – think waiters wearing traditional Sicilian coppole (caps) – this Capo district eatery is serious…
Naples
In a city infamous for belt-busting temptations, this piazza-side pasticceria (pastry shop) enjoys celebrity status. While you'll find all the local…
San Polo & Santa Croce
Spice things up at Frary's, a bohemian-spirited bolthole serving Middle Eastern and Mediterranean classics. The antipasto platter might pair Greek…
Assisi
A fat, well-stuffed panino, perhaps with tangy pecorino cheese or sweet prosciutto crudo (Parma ham), makes for a handy, on-the-hoof lunch. This small…
Southeastern Sicily
Peckish? Famished? Thirsty? This shabby-chic, piazza-side cafe-bookstore-boutique has you covered. A curated jumble of distressed furniture, flower pots…
Eastern Sardinia
For a memorable meal in pastoral surroundings, climb to this charming white farmhouse on the high Montes plateau (6km south of Orgosolo). Meals start with…
Catania
Easy, indie-spirited Vladivostok is both a produce store and a cafe, feeding students, artists and suits with salubrious salads, lasagne and filling…
Trattoria La Sirena di Mancuso
Ionian Coast
Among the numerous eateries flanking Lago di Ganzirri, La Sirena stands out for its affable nature and well-executed, surf-centric homecooking. Celebrate…
Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale
Moneyed Romans mingle with models and celebs at this historically chic restaurant. Dine inside, surrounded by wood panelling and exotic flowers, or…
Lucca
Gosh, what a fabulous collection of copper pots is strung from the wood-beamed ceiling! This atmosphere-laden restaurant has wooed romantic diners since…
Trieste
Much more than the 'picolo enotect' that it describes itself as, La Chimerina does an interesting regional menu of both local seafood and meat. Don't miss…
Lampedusa
At lunchtime, locals pour into this downtown tavola calda (cafeteria) with abundant outdoor seating on a central Lampedusa square. The reasonably priced…
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