Trattoria Bar Maria In Cosio d'arroscia

They bring you seemingly endless dishes, all excellent, at a reasonable price. Even though we were full, we could have had more desserts.

At Trattoria Maria, you truly feel at home: it's a family-run establishment where kindness and passion make the difference. The culinary journey begins with a series of appetizers that immediately win you over—fried bread with lard, savory pies, crepes, and much more—and continues with first courses rich in character, such as red wine risotto and polenta with nettles and porcini mushroom cream. The main courses are equally impressive: the roast beef and venison with fried porcini mushrooms are tender and flavorful. But the real highlight comes with dessert: the pistachio meringue, a unique delight that alone is worth the trip. It's not a restaurant located on the main road; it's tucked away in a small village, but perhaps that's what makes it special. Book early, because tables fill up quickly. I'll definitely be back!

Local cuisine, 15 dishes, friendly owner 😍

The atmosphere is traditional, authentic, and typical of the Ligurian hinterland. The food is excellent, and the staff is welcoming and helpful. Local dishes with a touch of originality. It's best to call to reserve; we were lucky because a group cancelled. The village of Cosio is worth seeing.

We stopped at this trattoria after visiting the nearby Acropark. Honestly, we weren't expecting anything; we just wanted a plate of pasta and some shelter from the summer heat. The service was excellent; the kids each ate two plates of fettuccine, while my husband and I had the house tasting menu. To call it excellent is an understatement! We had five appetizers, a first course, and three second courses. All traditional Ligurian dishes. Water and house rosé wine were included. Dessert, coffee, and a liqueur were included. The service was excellent; it's one of those trattorias where you feel at home, not like a stranger. The waiter, who I think was also the owner, even though the dining room was full, made sure to chat with us and our kids, making the experience even more enjoyable. The best part? The bill, which pleasantly surprised us; for a lunch like this, we would have been willing to pay much more! If we're ever in the area again, we'll definitely know where to go for lunch!

Watchout! After a visit here you might roll down the mountain, being the happiest person in the world 😍

May 1, 2025 was the best lunch in recent years😋