La cantina clandestina In Genova

We were welcomed here and received hospitably by the staff just under half an hour before closing time. The food was excellent and the staff helpful. Although this restaurant has a more formal atmosphere, we were received very hospitably here with our daughter.

Extremely pleasant. The staff were very friendly.

The Cacio e Pepe egg with cream sauce is incredible as a starter! A lovely restaurant on a quiet side street. The staff are friendly, as is the chef, who is happy to share his recipes.

Elegant and welcoming atmosphere, excellent cuisine and very kind staff. I highly recommend it.

Fantastic... a must-try with excellent value for money. A warm welcome, efficient and quick service, contemporary tableware, precise and very tasty cuisine, and a well-chosen wine list... bravo, highly recommended!

A truly excellent restaurant. I had the pork pluma with Criolla sauce, and it was simply delicious. One of the waiters spoke French and recommended a very good red wine to accompany it. For dessert, I had a pistachio cake, which was also very good. I highly recommend it!

We recently had dinner at La Cantina Clandestina and overall it was a really memorable experience. The atmosphere was one of the highlights of the evening — warm, lively, and cozy without feeling crowded. It has that authentic Genovese charm that makes you want to stay for hours enjoying good food and wine with friends. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive throughout the meal, always happy to offer recommendations and make sure everything was going well without being intrusive. The food was excellent from start to finish, especially the seafood dishes, which tasted incredibly fresh and well prepared. The wine selection also deserves special mention, with plenty of great options that paired perfectly with the meal. The only downside during the evening was the noticeable number of fruit flies around the table, which became a bit distracting at times while eating. It didn’t ruin the experience, but it was definitely something we noticed throughout dinner. Hopefully it’s an issue the restaurant can improve, because aside from that small inconvenience, everything else was fantastic. Overall, I’d still happily recommend La Cantina Clandestina to anyone looking for excellent seafood, and a welcoming atmosphere in Genova.

Fantastic food and wine. A wonderfully atmospheric place. Highly recommended!

Enchanting place in a corner of Genoa in the heart of the city....impeccable service with very professional young people...high-level cuisine...compliments to the chef!!!

My expectations were completely met. The place is small and welcoming, the staff is attentive and courteous, and the dishes are meticulously presented and, above all, flavorful.