E Quatt Vie In Salerno

02/08/2024: Oh this is quite lovely. A modern take on contemporary Italian, with touches of nouvelle cuisine (especially in the case of amuse-bouche). We came in with a personal request for lighter dishes and the staff were very accommodating - both in terms of recommending dishes that would fit that profile and even creating a salad that wasn't on the menu that day, which served as an appetizer for both of us. The amuse-bouche was served on rocks (literal rocks) and while intriguing and light, did not hold the candle to both the amazing salad and even better mains that followed. It was a very nice gesture of the restaurant though, and certainly much appreciated. Speaking of appreciation, the two dishes we ended up taking were both fabulous. The fish in tempura was light, the fish was moist and the sides complemented it very nicely. Maybe the portion size is not exactly the most impressive but the taste was spot on (conversely, the one portion of salad divided between the two of us was plentiful so in the end we left the place full). The pasta dish meanwhile was coated in an incredibly flavourful orange sauce and got progressively better with each taste. From my understanding that dish was not on the regular menu as well so once again I must applaud the chef's creativity. Service is excellent. Coperto comes at 4 euro per person. Prices are on the higher side (although still reasonable) and the place has both indoor seating and a few tables outside in a relatively peaceful surrounding of a side street. The only minor downside is that any of the smoking guests come out to smoke outside, and given the narrow alley it's nigh impossible to avoid smoke.

31/07/2024: Went there 3 times during our 1.5 week stay in Maiori. Only higher end place in the main town that's worth the price. Get the mackerel when available and tuna belly. Great experience.