La Cantina degli Abissi In Sestri levante

Beautiful and welcoming atmosphere, excellent food and special wine!

We toured the winery and had lunch at the restaurant: four hours of pure magic. The entire atmosphere exudes the perfect union between sea and vine. From the goiter in the vineyard to the aquarium in the dining room, from the barrels to the pond that maintains the cellar's humidity... in every corner, in the dishes and in Mr. Piero's stories, you can fully experience this unique union. Tasting the house wines and sampling dishes prepared with excellent ingredients, immersed in such a magical atmosphere, makes for a truly splendid food and wine experience.

The rooms are spacious and furnished in a rustic yet beautiful style. The wine is very special because it's aged 60 meters below sea level. Prices are a bit high for such a special wine.

Excellent place for à la carte dining, but unique for events. Made special by the owners' passion for wine, where it all began. The dining room staff is well managed by Alessandra, a proactive, honest, and positive woman. A special thanks also to Ruben, who works in the dining room, especially for his dedication and attention to detail. Best regards Alessandro Mereu

I'm writing this review hoping it can serve as a starting point for a more open-minded approach to some of our customers' requests. Let me start by saying that it wasn't our first time eating here; we had a great experience. The staff was very friendly, and the place was very well-maintained, so we decided to book for our family Christmas lunch, since my husband's grandfather has trouble climbing stairs and walking. This seemed like a great place to get together. I can confirm that the staff was once again friendly, and the place was beautiful and well-maintained, but the vegan menu was the one in the photo. I'll leave it to the viewer, including the restaurant owner, to judge. In addition to these dishes, there was a second course of vegetables (the same as the pasta), cabbage, and a cavolo nero burger. And for dessert, a quarter of a persimmon, which I think would be better described as fruit rather than dessert. I understand that the room was full and the vegan menu was probably the least of their worries. I'm simply sharing our experience, truly hoping to find a slightly more refined menu next time. It's a place our family really enjoys, and we'll probably return for the company, not by choice. This review is intended to be an invitation to discover just how much variety, even simple and quick, there is in vegan cuisine.