29/07/2025: We didn't stay at the hotel, so I'll just comment on the restaurant, which I think is the most famous part. The restaurant is stylishly designed, situated on a high elevation, with a beautiful view, and everything is quite aesthetically pleasing. It's a lovely restaurant where you can chat while listening to dim, calming music, sample classic island flavors and Italian cuisine, and enjoy fine wines. It's ideal for a romantic evening. Prices are comparable to the average fine-dining restaurant on the island, and can reach up to 100 euros per person. We enjoyed everything we ate, and if you have the opportunity, you might want to come back for dinner one evening. Getting there can be a bit difficult, but the walk is very pleasant. It's a good idea to make a reservation.
28/07/2025: I went for dinner at Da Gelsomina about an hour before writing this review. First off, the restaurant has a shuttle service for those in Anacapri (which is a very enjoyable place to stay). Once you arrive, you’re greeted by great staff.
I was a solo diner so I can’t comment much on the bottles of wine etc, but the glass of local (from the campania region) was great and their homemade liqueurs are a must try.
Now, onto the food, the appetizers were great and really well thought out. Very classic dishes (my family is from this region) that are very well made. The escarole polpette were great and the octopus (for those who enjoy it) was fantastic.
I had a whole local fish as the main. They can prepare it in several ways and generally have 2-3 types of fish to pick from. The fish was cooked to perfection and was cleaned prior to being served tableside.
I didn’t have dessert and opted for the homemade liqueur instead which was fantastic.
I went at 9pm so it was dark outside. The view and the sunset must be spectacular from up where the restaurant is, in case this is an important factor.
I really recommend this place. Of course, given its rustic feel and very traditional cuisine, you will also be dining with a lot of Italians here on vacation - and this is how you know when a place is good.
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