Il Faro In Pedaso

A friend recommended this place for their highly praised rosemary mussels. We ordered appetizers and main courses. The cold appetizers were tiny (the seafood salad was probably three spoonfuls, and the trio was also decidedly paltry). The battered shrimp and zucchini appetizer was also modest, with about three shrimp and the rest all zucchini. The mussels were good, and the quantity was decent, but for €11 they could have added two more (we're talking pan-fried mussels, inexpensive products, with a little garlic and rosemary, nothing special). Then we waited about an hour and a quarter for the main courses, truly unacceptable, it took your appetite away. The tuna steak was decent, but again, nothing special, and the grilled fish was meager for the €21.50 it cost. They were also very slow to bring the sorbet and coffee; you had to mention it to the waiters two or three times before they even got it. The prices are moderately high for the quantity and quality offered. When the cashier pointed out the inconvenience, they didn't even bother to apologize, merely shrugging their shoulders (I'd be damned if they could at least round up that €2-3 from the bill, but as we all know, the people of the Marche aren't known for their hospitality towards tourists). The only positive is the beautiful location on the sea, but ultimately, it's a tourist-friendly place, and there are definitely better places around.

The highlight is its location, on the Pedaso seafront. Perfect for a quiet summer dinner. The food is high-quality, perhaps not for those who like rich sauces, but perfect for appreciating the quality of the fish. The fried calamari is excellent. The portions are adequate, and the prices are more than fair. Some reviews mentioned slow service. In my case, everything was quick, even though the place was very busy.

Excellent value for money. A casual place with a very pleasant sea view. I definitely recommend it.

Nice restaurant by the sea. Excellent food. Very friendly staff, but very long waits...

The seating was beautiful, with a direct view of the sea. The food was excellent. Unfortunately, the wait was quite long.

I visited this restaurant for work. The staff were very friendly and always available. For dinner, two simple but truly excellent dishes: spaghetti with mussels and clams and mixed fried fish. The location offers a sea view, easily reached on foot. Highly recommended if you're in Pedaso.

Excellent seafood dinner! Fresh, well-cooked, and high-quality dishes. We paired it all with an excellent wine. Friendly service and a pleasant atmosphere. Recommended for anyone looking for good seafood in Pedaso. We'll be back!

Well-maintained place, excellent food, super-fair prices for both umbrellas and food. Friendly and super-friendly staff.

Restaurant in a reasonably nice spot on the coast, although you can't see the sea at all. They have a fine menu, provided you can eat everything. The gluten-free selection is limited because they seem to bread a lot of the food; a waste of fresh fish if you ask me. The allergen menu is more of an ingredients list; everything is on it, but it is not user-friendly at all. The staff was also quite impatient, not very helpful if you have an allergy. In the end, I chose the trio starter, which was quite bland in taste. After that, the seafood risotto, which was flavorful and recommended.

I went to this restaurant without high expectations, but the seasoning was perfect and the al dente cooking was excellent. The rosemary with the mussels also had a great balance, and everything exceeded my expectations.