Mediterranean cuisine restaurants Genoa

Don'Cola has opened a new space in Piazza della Meridiana, right in the center of Genoa. Here, sun-drenched Sicilian cuisine will transport you a little further south in the Mediterranean. You'll be able to savor the treasures of this authentic and tasty cuisine. Are you partial to caponata? Have you fallen in love with arancini? If you're not familiar with them, try pasta à la Norma or pasta with sardines and fennel. And if you're just passing through, why not try one of Sicily's must-try pastries with a cup of coffee?

This little address in the historic center, not far from San Lorenzo Cathedral, boasts not only cheerful interiors but also a pretty interior garden. Here you can enjoy delicious cuisine based on fresh, local, seasonal produce. Plenty of fish on the menu, traditional trofie with pesto, good desserts, cold meats and exquisite cheeses: it's simple, healthy and tasty, quite simply perfect for a pleasant dinner in one of these old Genoese residences with their mad charm, of which we never tire!

In Carignano, 5 minutes from the Museum of Contemporary Art, Isi is the name of a gastronomic venue born of the creative spirit of Isotta Alzona and Ivano Ricchebono, a chef of national renown, notably for his prestigious restaurant in the center: The Cook. Isi is a modern bistro, warm and welcoming, with character and elegance. The menu features innovative dishes in which the chef's creativity and savoir-faire are fully expressed. An exciting culinary experience, discovering authentic Genoese and Italian flavors.

One of the best places to try the famous cheese focaccia! A warm, friendly place run by a young team full of enthusiasm and passion. Here, everything is homemade, and the watchwords are quality and simplicity, with first-rate raw materials. This expertise has lasted for 10 years, and this locanda is one of the neighborhood's most popular spots. Bread, focaccia, pesto, tuccu, walnut sauce, testaroli, pasta, cookies and cakes: everything is made on the premises! What more could you ask for? Excellent value for money.

It's hard not to fall under the spell of this warm and friendly place, decorated in the classic trattoria style. The staff are helpful and friendly, and the menu offers well-made, traditional Genoese cuisine with authentic flavours, and excellent value for money. The result? An address frequented by locals, where finding a table is not so easy, a meeting place for discovering a cuisine with character. Tables outside along the wall let you enjoy the atmosphere of the alleyway.

Located in the heart of the historic center, this address stands out for its cuisine and atmosphere. The premises are bright, warm and charming, opening onto a small inner courtyard where a few tables are set up, very pleasant in fine weather. A cuisine that conquers all palates with its well-prepared dishes and attention to detail. The key to this success is the passion of the chef, and the quality and freshness of the raw materials used. The menu reflects local tradition and gastronomic riches.

An address to discover in the narrow streets of the city center! At the entrance, the small courtyard with its tables welcomes you. It's the meeting place for many Genoese to savor traditional Ligurian dishes, or for an aperitif accompanied by succulent "Tondìn". The richness and quality of the dishes are the fruit of the expertise of a young, enthusiastic team. The menu is based on family recipes handed down from generation to generation, for tasty cuisine with intense aromas. A warm and friendly place.

On the small piazza Lavagna, one of the prettiest and most characteristic squares in the historic center, this address offers a contemporary version of theosteria. A warm, comfortable and tastefully decorated place that evokes recipes linked to its territory, port and Ligurian tradition. A cuisine personalized by its chef, inspired by the aromas and fragrances of more distant regions. A special highlight is the terrace, where you can enjoy the colorful and distinctive atmosphere of this district. Don't miss theaperitivo from 6.30pm to 7.30pm!

A restaurant ten minutes' walk from the historic center, well known to Genoese. It's the ideal place to discover delicate, succulent cuisine in a warm and inviting setting, decorated with lots of personality. The recipes are inspired by Ligurian tradition, but delicately reinterpreted with authentic flavours and great savoir-faire. It's a true culinary laboratory: chefs can fully express their ideas and inspiration. The results clearly live up to the objective. An address well worth a visit.

This warm, historic family-run premises in the charming Piazza San Matteo, inside a ^15th-century building, was founded as a wine cellar at the end of the ^19th century. In 1925, it passed into the hands of the Migone family, and today boasts a treasure trove of over 800 labels! This is also where the restaurant was born, with a cuisine that has maintained the origins of regional recipes while introducing a touch of innovation. Personalized, well-presented dishes, based on the quality and freshness of the products used.

An excellent address next to the Principe train station and just a few minutes from the port. Open daily for lunch and dinner, this family-run restaurant serves classic Genoese and Ligurian dishes. The decor is sober and discreet, but the portions are very generous for very reasonable prices, and the service is highly efficient and extremely friendly. The traditional focaccia stuffed with stracchino cheese is a delight, and the house white wine is light and sparkling (in moderation, of course!). Simple and faultless.

In the center, a few steps from Piazza De Ferrari and the Palazzo Ducale, Da Gibba offers a warm place in a historical building, the former cellar of a bank: fascinating! One of the specialties of the house is the pizza, with the particular elaboration of different doughs: classic, integral, multigrain and gluten-free with low yeast content... There is something for everyone. A cuisine that knows how to diversify thanks to the quality of its products. Don't miss the traditional focaccia with Recco cheese, and of course the farinata.

The idea behind this restaurant opposite Renzo Piano's Il Bigo on the port? Accommodate all the recipes of Italian cuisine in the form of polpette, those little dumplings adored by children (and adults). There's something for everyone, from carnivores to vegetarians. Everything is very good and original, beautifully presented, with plenty of assortments to try. The welcome is very friendly and the desserts are truly extraordinary (special mention to the Sotto il Vulcano, a poached pear in a hot chocolate coulant with raspberry coulis...).

In one of Genoa's secret little alleys, which contribute so much to the city's immense charm, you'll find a tiny osteria serving top-quality dishes combining Ligurian tradition with the creativity of the mistress of the kitchen. The pasta is succulent and the desserts delicious. A fine list of regional wines. Please note that, due to the size of the place (8 tables, barely 20 covers), it is necessary to make a reservation or arrive when the restaurant opens at 7pm, in order to have a chance of dining there.

Situated opposite the Teatro della Tosse, this renowned restaurant offers top-quality Ligurian and Piedmontese cuisine using local produce. Its speciality? Atypical recipes: asparagus flan, octopus salad with bacon, Taggiasca olives, ginger mashed potatoes, ravioli filled with pesto and pine nut cream, squid ink rice with cheese and pepper and, last but not least, homemade génoise ice cream and espresso washed down with Amaro Camatti liqueur, a Genoa specialty. A landmark for audiences leaving the show.