The best restaurants Ile d'Elbe

Outside, a beautiful terrace overlooking the port of Portoferraio; inside, the tone is simple and there is an iodized counter filled with fresh fish and seafood of the day. Make way for the plate: a creative and gourmet cuisine, accompanied by striking wines from the region. The welcome is considerate, which doesn't spoil anything. Located a few meters from the ferry loading dock, this restaurant is ideal for a last meal on the island of Elba!

A trendy and innovative concept, the food truck is coming to Elba Island! Brothers Marco and Giacomo Paoli, restaurateurs and lovers of traditional cuisine, offer passers-by typical island dishes: stoccafisso all'Elbana (ancestral hake recipe), polpo e patate (octopus and potatoes), granfia in forchetta (octopus tentacle with fork, as the island tradition requires!). Keep an eye out, their small vintage blue and white scooter is most of the time installed on the marina of Portoferraio.

This small restaurant with terrace is located in Portoferraio's famous Piazza della Repubblica, a historic square formerly called Piazza d'Armi during the Medici era, when the city was then called Cosmopoli. The place doesn't look like much, it's true, but the atmosphere here is very local, picturesque even, and the cuisine is typical. A warm welcome from the owner, and then it's up to you to discover the maritime specialties, in particular, offered by the home-made menu. Don't hesitate to let yourself be guided by the suggestions of the day, depending on the return from fishing.

Portoferraio has only one beach, Le Ghiaie. There is Le Sirene, a privileged location. From its terrace you can admire the horizon where you can guess the island of Capraia and Corsica. At sunset, the colours are magnificent. The place is simple, unpretentious in its decoration because the charm is its natural setting. From the excellent pizza to the traditional menu, the choice is varied but its speciality, of course, is fish. In the evening, the small walk along the lively beach contributes to the charm of the place. A good place to stop.

Small characteristic restaurant, located a stone's throw from the pedestrian streets and the Croisette. The atmosphere is warm and keeps the charm of the traditional osteria. In the summertime, it is a great place to dine on the terrace and in the garden A refined "slow food" cuisine, where the aromas of the raw materials bring out the best in the dishes on offer. The menu is mainly based on fish and seafood, with an important selection of oysters, one of the strong points of this address. All this is accompanied by the best wines from the Elbe and Italy.

Since 1970, the Landi family has been at the helm of this must-see restaurant in Marciana Marina. The chef concocts a good cuisine mainly based on fish. The small plus, the large veranda overlooking the beach, with a pleasant terrace for the beautiful days. The staff knows perfectly well the rich range of seafood and fish that the bay can offer. And the catch of the day! Advice is welcome for non-specialists. The whole grilled fish a la plancha does not disappoint. In short, an awaited Rendez-Vous!

Fish and seafood are the mainstay here: gnocchi with clams, octopus in sauce, spaghetti allo scoglio, octopus salad... But those who prefer good wood-fired pizzas will not be outdone. The service is prompt, friendly and attentive, and the wine list is excellent. This establishment is a great success, it is better to arrive early or to reserve a place on the terrace.

A charming little family-run osteria, located in the heart of Capoliveri, in a street adjacent to Piazza Garibaldi. The address is well known. The chef, Umberto Giacomelli, has a wealth of experience and travels and brings a personal touch to the traditional island recipes, composed mainly of seafood and fish. A warm and friendly atmosphere, accentuated by a Tuscan decoration, and a beautiful terrace. Professionalism and know-how are the two assets of this restaurant.

When it is hot, the ice and textured assortment of this glacier, opened in 2009, fureur! Here everything is handmade, natural and served by enthusiastic staff.

Surrounded by golden sand, almost with its feet in the water, La Capannina restaurant is located on the Procchio waterfront, in one of the most spectacular bays on Elba. On the menu, bold and contemporary recipes, without forgetting the island's tradition. Between the finely selected meats, the catch of the day, the fruits and vegetables of the season, the dishes seduce on a light and fresh mode. Please note that this restaurant is owned by the Hotel del Golfo and is open to all for lunch and dinner, upon reservation.

Warmly recommended by locals, this small hostel in the old centre of Porto Azzurro is famous for its fresh fish. It's not cheap, but the prices remain honest and the quality of the cuisine is impeccable. The shaded and flowered terrace is a real treat for you, as are the owners, who speak French! Simple and typical, the menu highlights good local products, served with imagination. Nice choice of wines as the ultimate argument!

The discovery of Porto Azzurro also passes through the restaurant Da Floriano, an institution on the island of Elba. This year it celebrates 50 years of activity and experience, 1973-2023, a reference point to discover the delights of local cuisine. A culinary know-how handed down over the years, with the necessary transformations to adapt to new recipes that highlight the richness of the land. Located in a charming alley of the small historical center, a very pleasant position to enjoy the liveliness of the neighborhood and its charm.

Slightly off-center, this restaurant located at the end of the Croisette enjoys one of the most beautiful positions on the island. Imagine a terrace, on the edge of a small white pebble beach, a few meters from the turquoise waters where the lapping of the waves contributes to the romanticism. The quality of the cuisine is in perfect harmony with the place, faithful to the traditions of Elba, with the right innovation for well-balanced dishes with character. Daily fishing exclusively from the island, like most other food. Bread, pastry and ice cream are homemade!

Looking for a welcoming place? Warm and good value for money? La Cantina is the right address. Conveniently located in the center of the small town of Marciana Marina, just a few steps from the Croisette and the beach, it offers excellent aperitifs that can be followed by a selection of well-balanced dishes, the result of authentic cuisine. For burger lovers, there is a large choice available. They are homemade, a real delight. The terrace overlooking the square is also very pleasant. Relaxation and charm are the order of the day.

Warm restaurant located in the charming little square of Capoliveri, with a nice terrace to enjoy the pleasant summer evenings. The reception is friendly and the staff is professional and attentive. At Da Franco's, we like to be generous with our portions as well as with our quality. A complete menu which proposes the essential of the traditional recipes for fish and meat. The dishes are balanced and the raw materials are well used for a quality result. Do not hesitate to take the proposals out of the menu.

Welcome to Nelly and Dimitri's, two enthusiasts of Elbo traditions. In the middle of the countryside, the small terrace welcomes you for a dinner with traditional flavours, accompanied by the excellent wine produced at the estate. Here the km 0 philosophy, from the land to the plate, triumphs: aromatic herbs, vegetables, olive oil and the famous pasta dell'Elba with durum wheat semolina, made by hand. It is exquisitely fresh and served with a smile. An address to entrust only to your friends.