The best Italian pizzerias and restaurants Italy

A classic Bolognese restaurant, which has occupied a downtown alley since the late 1950s. In this discreet and welcoming trattoria, one breathes an air of the vecia Bulagna, "the old Bologna". The cuisine is traditional, the one of Bolognese grandmothers busy in the kitchen stretching the dough and filling it with stuffing or cutting it into tagliatelle, watching the bollito misto simmering or the stinco candying in the oven. A simple and tasty cuisine, and very comforting, which is worth the detour.

This restaurant is one of the great classics of Saló: homemade pasta, a wide choice of meat and fish, and special dishes according to the season. The name says it all: each table is decorated with a rose. Here you can also taste the carpione, the trout from Lake Garda, a very rare fish. The menu changes regularly and the beautiful wine list accompanies the dishes perfectly. As for the service, it is impeccable even if it can sometimes be a little long.

From the piazza Santo Spirito, adorned with a Rocaille-style fountain, you have to take the staircase to find this pizzeria away from the hustle and bustle. On the terrace, sheltered by a pergola of lemon trees, you can enjoy excellent pizzas with a variety of toppings and regional products such as mozzarella di bufala . Efficient and smiling service.The restaurant also offers antipasti (croquettes and doughnuts, tomato bruschette , cheese and cold cuts) and some pasta dishes.

An interesting address both for its location, a stone's throw from the charming Santa Cecilia square in the heart of Trastevere, and for its innovative interpretation of recipes. A culinary know-how, inspired by tradition, with a strong personalization and the right balance for well presented, elegant and above all delicious dishes. All this in a warm, harmoniously decorated and comfortable place to spend a pleasant evening. Good wine list, adapted to the dishes. Tasting menus or a la carte, just choose. To be discovered!

In this small air-conditioned restaurant, rich in colors and atmosphere with its beautiful stone vaults and red walls, one sits down willingly to spend a good culinary moment at an affordable price. The menu is limited but effective, we like the concept of the chosen menus: meat or fish, declined according to the season and the local ingredients, as the rabbit in the oven, the home-made tournedos or theinvoltini of swordfish, a delight. The recipes are simple but tasty, that's the main thing. The wine list is also very Sicilian and harmonizes the tastes.

Close to the university, this canteen is famous for its musical evenings. It comes mainly to listen to jazz where groups play live. The wine list is impressive (over 400 wines). It's possible to recover, but the canteen has less and less reputation about its kitchen.

This is a real traditional Neapolitan pizzeria. This means that the restaurant is only open in the evening, because the oven is on a wood fire, and the dough is thicker and softer than for other pizzas. The choice is endless, as it often is, and everything will depend on your desire of the moment: simplicity, vegetables, seafood, deli meats and even pizzas covered... with chips! The terrace on the first floor is quickly taken over and it is better to book. Otherwise, there is also an outdoor patio on the back of the building.

One of the best tables of Golfo Aranci is located on the main beach. You can come there at any time for a refreshment. But it would be a shame to miss the gastronomic table facing the sea, literally and figuratively. Salt-crusted sea bass, mussels in white wine, Catalan-style lobster or the unmistakable spaghetti alle vongole are among the house specialities. Ideal for a romantic dinner under the stars. The establishment manages the private beach just in front. Possibility of a light lunch.

La dispensa is located in the small central square of San Felice, a landmark on this corner of the lake and a must for food lovers. It was a very welcoming place with a beautiful terrace, with a well-diversified menu ranging from charcuterie to meat and fish, not forgetting the many starters. The quality of the raw materials, the freshness of the products and the culinary know-how are the basis of its success. The dishes are accompanied by a rich wine list: a whole room is reserved for them, what a choice!

A retired firefighter in the 1950's opened this sought-after trattoria with a warm and relaxed atmosphere that will whet your appetite right away. Your mouth is watering when you look at the counter filled with deli meats and cheeses from all over Italy (there are even hams hanging from the ceiling!). Dishes of regional tradition are cooked in a wise way, always with that little touch that enhances the flavours. Pigeon risotto and Venetian-style veal liver with polenta are real culinary feats.

Modesttrattoria , a little dark inside. Take advantage of the good weather, if you can, by sitting at the few tables in the shady alley. The choice of dishes is limited at lunchtime, but the quality is guaranteed. The locals come here for lunch during the week on their break and everyone knows Gigi, the owner. Very good Neapolitan lasagna, generous portions and authentic taste. A discreet address that will please visitors who are tired of the touristy restaurants that have sprung up in the historic centre.

Situated in front of the canal of Marina di Ravenna, this trattoria is literally taken by storm in the summer for its fresh fish dishes. It also has a very popular take-away where regulars come to get their pesce al cartoccio, a fish in a papillote that is easy to transport and eat by the canal. The menu features the great classics (hearty fritto misto, fish soup, grilled meats, seafood pasta) and innovates with a few unusual suggestions. The fritto misto and risotto are fabulous.

In the countryside, just 15 minutes from the center of Como, the restaurant's doors open onto a picturesque Lombardy courtyard, part of the boutique hotel Dandelion Como. The cuisine aims to rediscover traditional, popular or more aristocratic recipes and interpret them in a contemporary way, offering a unique and exciting culinary journey. The cellar offers a selection of mainly local labels, and the exclusive atmosphere of the rooms immerses guests in the magic of the place and its medieval courtyard.

In the Pigneto district, but far from the hustle and bustle of its main street, this restaurant offers modern, refined cuisine. A variety of recipes are on the menu: succulent pasta dishes, vegan pad thai, a truffle burger... The primi are worth the detour. We particularly liked i paccheri alla nonno ladro, pasta with bottarga and burrata . On the other hand, the tuna tataki left us a little disappointed. A word of advice: let yourself be tempted by a dessert - the tiramisù is up to the task! An address worth discovering.

Opened in 1977, this trattoria with a terrace overlooking the Mercato Centrale square offers a very warmly arranged tavern decor, with frames and subdued lights. Several rooms and different atmospheres, always with a lot of character. The menu offers a wide range of Tuscan specialities, such as bistecca alla fiorentina or pasta al ragù, and quality wines. The dishes are cooked in the traditional way and with respect for the product. And to make matters worse, the service is pleasant and cheerful. Remember to make a reservation, especially in the evening!

Milan's oldest restaurant, opened since 1696! Located on the elegant Piazza Belgioso, facing the residence of the writer Manzoni, he is frequented mainly by businessmen in the neighborhood's neighboring banks. The atmosphere is very refined, and the Milanese and Tuscan cuisine is very popular. The wine list offers more than 160 labels.

In this downtown trattoria, located in a side street not far from Piazza di Spagna, the cuisine served is classic, with traditional recipes treated and revisited simply by the chef. Try the restaurant's specialties: linguine with lemon and bottarga, scialatielli with pistachio and swordfish or grilled calamari. All of these dishes are, for once, not synonymous with a dizzyingly high bill in the center.

Nestled in a quiet street 500 meters from Piazza Arena, this traditional bistro has long been a favorite among regulars who appreciate both the food and the setting. The walls are decorated with old paintings and photos of Verona's former soccer and rugby teams; the menu includes fresh local products: bigoli with duck sauce, trout tartar with grilled vegetables, beef fillet with gorgonzola or Amarone liqueur, and grilled perch fillet with Soave wine. The wine list honors the wines of Valpolicella.

A temple of traditional Parmesan cuisine, a well-known trattoria that has its regular customers and attracts people passing through Parma. This reputation proves to be amply justified: tasty local cuisine with no false notes, very generous portions and a joyful and authentic atmosphere, all for an unbeatable price-quality ratio. Magnificent platters of cold meats, homemade pasta (tortelli with squash or ricotta and herbs) and desserts to fall. The place is always full: it's best to book in advance.

Naples' historic pizzeria, famous for its pizzaiolo Raffaele Esposito, who, in 1889, went to the palace to prepare pizzas for the sovereigns of Italy visiting Naples, and named the pizza margherita in honor of Queen Margaret of Savoy. A commemorative plaque on the façade is a reminder of the event! You can enjoy a margherita pizza here with a certain emotion, as if you were visiting a relic. However, prices are still a little higher than elsewhere, although the quality is not that much better.

Michelin-starred cuisine from chef Andrea Fenoglio. But also, the promise of a gastronomic journey, at prices that are still relatively affordable. The restaurant's interior is retro, retaining its Art Deco style, and offers lovely views through the bright windows. Let yourself be seduced by the "surprise" menu, a spectacle of shapes, colors, cooking and presentation. Or for the 7 signature dishes, including the Omega 3 spaghetti, subtle on the palate, exclusively compiled in the form of a menu. No more revelations.

The restaurant is located a few steps from the Quirinal Palace and Monti. It is known for its fish specialities, recipes based on a first-class raw material, purchased every day at the market. The well-trained team offers a competent and professional service. The welcome is warm and the atmosphere relaxing, in an elegant and minimalist context with light colours. All that remains is to let yourself be tempted by the starters based on excellent raw fish and the different dishes. Personalized recipes for a kitchen with character!

A family trattoria with a rustic atmosphere serving refined Sicilian cuisine, this is what you are looking for on holiday to discover the local specialities! On the menu, a wide buffet of home-made antipasti that allows you to taste a little bit of everything and dishes around seafood and fresh fish of the day. The dishes are of quality, the service and the welcome are extremely pleasant, but above all the quantities are gargantuan, especially the pasta dishes, prepared to perfection and generous in ingredients. A good address.

Typical restaurant in front of the Duomo of Padua. It serves typical dishes for it of cuisine from Veneto and the various recipes of baccalà.

Its facade does not look like much, but if you push the door of this restaurant in the Testaccio, you can taste authentic Roman cuisine in an equally authentic atmosphere. Attended by many Romans, the menu includes dishes such as animal mushroom dishes, celery stew, tripe,lamb intestines and beef tail stew. The desserts are also very tasty, but the choice of wine is rather limited. In summer, you can enjoy an outdoor patio. The service is friendly.

Open since 1920, not far from Piazza del Popolo, this restaurant whose terrace stretches quietly along a street perpendicular to Via del Corso serves typical cuisine. For starters, try the zucchini flower fritters, before tasting the fettuccine with artichokes or porcini mushrooms. Traditional Roman dishes are also on the menu, such as tonnarelli con sugo di coda or the famous spaghetti alla carbonara . Al Vantaggio also offers an extensive wine list to accompany your meal.

This warm and welcoming restaurant offers a culinary journey associated with a wine tasting according to the dishes. An interesting idea that works. It allows to transmit the passion and the know-how of the owners who have for origin the wine growing: they are producers of their own label. A journey in the regional culinary tradition highlighted by the chef who offers a high quality cuisine to discover the Lombardy recipes revisited. A glass of wine for every dish... just let yourself be tempted!

Since 1906, La Carbonara has been an institution in Rome, for its eponymous pasta of course, which locals and tourists alike devour with large rolls on tightly packed tables where the privacy of conversation is only respected if your neighbors don't speak your language. A canteen atmosphere, with words and photos of visitors lining the walls, reasonable prices and hearty, tasty Roman dishes. Of course, the first thing you'll try is a real carbonara. And on Thursdays in Rome, it's traditional to succumb to gnocchi !

You only have to look at the window boxes and the flower pots around the door to know that you have arrived at the right place. Lost in a small alley in the city centre, near the tourist office, this charming address looks like a mountain refuge with its granite facade and its small openings. This is the place to come to taste some of the best specialities of the region. The owners will be happy to guide you in your choice of dish. The restaurant is located on the first floor, under the roof.

Excellent pizzeria, attended by locals, as well as by many others. To be sure you have a table, you must give your name to the person making the reservation. Then you wait for you when a table is released.

Don't be fooled by its baretto (little bar) name; in reality it's a restaurant where you can dine in style, but get away with a €25 lunch. And what a meal it is! Baretto's location has earned it a prominent place among Bergamo's favorite restaurants. The terrace is superb, offering a bird's-eye view of the Lower Town as you sample local specialties such as casoncelli with butter and sage and delicious desserts. Wine list with over 250 labels.

Just a stone's throw from Piazza di Spagna, this restaurant is tradition par excellence, a craft handed down from generation to generation where cooking is not only a skill but also a family history. This heritage is present in the recipes with the main dishes of the Roman tradition. The chef and his brigade are the actors. Flavors, aromas, freshness, elegance in the presentation...: everything is there! The place is warm and friendly, and there are tables in the elegant pedestrian street and in the patio covered with a magnificent wisteria.

A business tradition that goes back a long way: a former carriage and horse depot, then a wine cellar for aperitifs, and finally today's restaurant. Il Cadraio is one of the city's most popular restaurants, a warm, family-run place offering simple, authentic dishes typical of Liguria and Genoa, enriched by more refined dishes that are always faithful to tradition. One of the house specialties is cappon magro. Centrally located, the restaurant is welcoming and friendly. Excellent service.

At the Dry, pizza takes pride of place: in addition to classics like the Margherita, to which you can add toppings to suit your taste, the chef puts all his know-how into offering pizzas featuring a blend of vegetables, cheeses and meats of a quality highly distinguished in the country's culinary heritage, accompanied by great Italian vintages. Another of the address's hobbyhorses is its cocktail bar, with beverages that have already become the stuff of legend, such as the "French 75" (brut champagne, lemon, sugar and gin).

This restaurant, which has been in existence since 1922, rolls out its white tablecloths in a pretty room, but the best thing is to sit outside in the large patio. On the menu, chef Simone Panella skilfully combines traditional cuisine with new flavors. What more can we say? The emblematic recipes of Roman cuisine are on the menu (it would be a shame not to try the pasta carbonara!) and alongside delicious dishes and desserts, which change with the seasons. It is one of the best restaurants in the area and one of the most famous in Rome.

Among Portofino's overpriced restaurants - which aren't always up to scratch, by the way - here's a place where not only are prices a little more affordable and the regional cuisine tasty, but you'll also have the chance to meet real Italians, not just tourists. You're guaranteed a good meal in the town of the stars, with simple yet tasty dishes in perfect position on the piazzetta. Octopus salad, fried anchovies, mussels marinara, pesto lasagne, grilled fish and homemade pies.

Located in the historic centre, Bilacus is a traditional restaurant serving local specialities and typical Italian dishes. Inside, the room with yellow tones opens onto a beautiful and large terrace shaded by a vine arbour. A very pleasant place where you can discover a quality cuisine. Refined, it gives pride of place to fish, which the chef Marco Rando puts in the spotlight. The meat and vegetable dishes are equally delicious and the beautiful wine list completes the picture. As for the desserts, you will be spellbound by the homemade desserts.

Chef Gigi Sanrocco is uncompromising: all products must be fresh and purchased the same day before they reach your plate! Proud to have had Mel Gibson at his table, he dedicated a recipe to him: fettucine alla Campagnola, with broad beans, cherry tomatoes and mushrooms. Other specialties of this cuisine inspired by family tradition: braciole al ragù con polpette (chops and meatballs),agnello al cutturiello (lamb), or cardoncelli della passione (a pie made from a plant that grows in the Murge).

This pleasant and recent trattoria located in the historic centre welcomes you in a cosy setting dressed in light tones contrasted by stone and wood. Here you can enjoy tasty Sardinian specialities made with fresh and local products, with a special mention for seafood and excellent grilled fish. Tuna and spaghetti alla bottarga are a must to discover. For dessert, the gourmands can enjoy a ricotta cheese cheesecake. A great discovery. Don't forget to book.

This address is distinguished by its elegance, its services and its decoration, typical of the aristocratic salons that Il Marchese frequented. A very Roman osteria with traditional or revisited recipes, prepared in a kitchen in plain sight. The selection of food products varies, as does the menu, according to the season. Their origin is exclusively from the terroir, the basis of a quality cuisine. A chic address, an essential meeting place to taste the best cocktails in the city, followed by a good dinner. A typically Roman experience.

Al Tuguri is not only among the good tables of Alghero, it is probably one of the best tables in Sardinia. The chef, Benito Carbonella, a native of Nuoro, offers refined and original Catalan cuisine, combining spices, perfumes, aromatic herbs and seafood. The establishment, opened in 1973, consists of two small rooms with a rustic and intimate decor. We recommend the seafood tasting menu, a real marvel. The prices are not excessive for a restaurant of this kind.

Quite simply one of Italy's historic restoration sites, opened in 1782. For those who are looking for the best table in the city, there is no need to go any further. The products are unbeatable in terms of freshness, such as pasta, which is skilfully prepared every day in the kitchen. Local products are in the spotlight, and when ordering, it is difficult to make a choice. Dishes, such as spelt soup (zuppa di farro), have attracted famous characters: Giacomo Puccini, Ezra Pound, Mario Pannunzio, Princess Margaret of England...

Just a stone's throw from Piazza Grande, in one of the narrow streets of the historic center, this restaurant combines tradition and innovation in both its menu and decor. Welcoming and warm, the choice of colonial-style furnishings harmonizes perfectly with the red brick vaults and ancient well, a comfort that's sure to please! A kitchen where culinary know-how, accompanied by a touch of innovation, brings delicacy and balance to the recipes on offer. The freshness and quality of the ingredients used are paramount. Discover it for yourself!

Just across the street from the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano, this rustically-decorated restaurant offers good antipasti, excellent seafood risotto and famous recipes such as linguine alla Reviglio (shrimp, tomato and brandy!) in a slightly old-fashioned atmosphere. The fish is fresh, straight from Ostia, and the plates are full! We eat while looking at the photos of the many artists who have passed through here since 1962. Service is friendly and efficient.

It's very small but ultra warm! We love this friendly osteria with its rustic decoration and authentic family cooking. The owner supervises the room and places the guests in a benevolent manner before serving them good, nourishing and tasty dishes, typical of the Veneto region. A generous kitchen that seasoned its gorgonzola gnocchi, polenta stew and mascarpone cream tiramisu abundantly. A good address, appreciated by locals and tourists alike. Nice selection of wines and cheeses.

Old winery transformed into a restaurant: a successful marriage between the ancient walls and the elegance of the design, a conversion for a cuisine of Roman tradition and Amatrice. Quality raw materials for authentic recipes, well balanced, revisited by the chef. His personal touch perfectly harmonizes the dishes, a real delight! The pluses: the outdoor tables on one of the oldest squares in Rome. A cellar of excellence, with champagnes, international and regional wines, the wine tradition of the family and the place!

This is a typical Tuscan restaurant and Rome's meat kingdom! To be sure of the quality and freshness of the meat, you can watch through a window as the butchers prepare your dish, and even choose your meat from a large refrigerator at the entrance. Apart from the specialties of tagliata and fiorentina, grilled meat served with potatoes and beans, you'll find Neapolitan pizzas of all types. Reservations are required on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Seated on a wooden stool and leaning against a table with a checkered tablecloth, in a pretty patio, you can enjoy typical regional dishes(bigoli with duck ragout, polenta and braised meat, tiramisu) at reasonable prices. A barrel at the entrance lets you rest your glass while waiting for your table. The restaurant has a good reputation, but there are often long waits on weekend evenings, so we'll keep you waiting with a good glass of wine and some appetizers on the house.