The "La Nave" restaurant is one of the historic restaurants located on the Francavilla al Mare seafront.
The architecture is characterized by numerous round windows reminiscent of cruise ship portholes.
The atmosphere is welcoming, spacious, bright, and panoramic.
The elevated view of the Adriatic Sea gives a sense of open space, almost like sailing on the sea waters, which reflect numerous shades of green, blue, and turquoise in the sunlight. The horizon is clearly delineated by the intense blue of the sky, which on hot summer days is clear of clouds.
The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, from meat to fish, cooked in a distinctly traditional way, without neglecting the most delicious condiments, capable of satisfying the most discerning palates.
The seafood risotto is one of the dishes I highly recommend. The appetizers, side dishes, and wines are equally exquisite. The restaurant also offers a wide selection of artisanal pasta, including the chitarra pasta and ravioli. The staff is all polite, friendly, helpful, quick, and professional.
Parking is available either on the street adjacent to the restaurant (paid parking) or free parking near the waterfront in the surrounding streets.
An excellent venue for family, corporate, or wedding receptions.
The restaurant can cater for large events, whether large or small, with reservations required.
Luciano D'Angelo
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31 Marzo 2026
10,0
Excellent food...the name is a guarantee
Telemaco Marini
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13 Marzo 2026
10,0
A truly pleasant experience, one we'll definitely repeat! A unique, evocative location with a truly priceless view; the dishes were well-served, tasty, and plentiful... the fish truly tasted like fish, in that, despite being imaginatively prepared, it retained the genuine simplicity of the raw ingredients' flavors. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the brothers were always smiling and polite. It was undoubtedly a delightful discovery, and we're already making plans to return to enjoy their cuisine again.
Federica Tavani
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02 Marzo 2026
10,0
Everything was delicious, from appetizer to dessert. The fish was incredibly fresh and undoubtedly excellent, and the service was impeccable. This restaurant has it all!
Eleonora Sala
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25 Gennaio 2026
10,0
A beautiful seaside venue with a refined, welcoming atmosphere. Excellent service and highly knowledgeable management ensure the food is always top-quality and beautifully presented.
Giannettore Bonetti
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17 Gennaio 2026
10,0
Everyone was very kind, the place was very scenic and reminiscent of times gone by. The food was very good.
Cristian Adamo
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02 Gennaio 2026
10,0
Francavilla's historic restaurant. Friendly and welcoming staff, excellent location between the road and the beach, allowing guests to enjoy sea views and delicious food.
Sergio Cipolla
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23 Novembre 2025
10,0
Exceptional restaurant...not to be missed, a friendly atmosphere with extremely kind staff. We ate wonderfully...from appetizers to desserts! Everything was made with passion by the owners, two twins, who are present in the kitchen and dining room. The bill was more than fair...for a full lunch with wine, about 50 euros. Kudos to you for your passion. We'll definitely be back.
marilena piccirilli (Marilena)
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16 Novembre 2025
10,0
I recommend it for eating well, with fresh fish without spending a fortune, the owners are very kind as is the waiter, we had a great time, it's a shame it's 5 stars, I would have given 10... Highly recommended
Claudio Sciarretta
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13 Novembre 2025
10,0
Excellent food and wine in a charming and renowned venue. Welcoming and knowledgeable staff.
Miriam Di Gi
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12 Novembre 2025
10,0