I migliori ristoranti di cucina cucina calabrese in Calabria

22/03/2026: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars for professionalism, hospitality, service, and high-quality food. A beautiful location immersed in the greenery of the Cropanesi countryside...ample parking. Typical and regional Calabrian cuisine, both meat and fish, along with fabulous pizzas cooked in a wood-fired oven. Michele, the owner, and his very kind, welcoming, professional, and attentive staff. I highly recommend it...a beautiful place in our area 🥇🥇🔝🔝🤩🤩🫡🫡😎😎

10/03/2026: If you're looking for the authentic Calabria, the kind of genuine hospitality and bold flavors, this restaurant is a must-visit. The culinary journey begins with a selection of house appetizers that, alone, are worth the entire dinner. It's not your typical run-of-the-mill selection: here, you can taste the quality of the ingredients... Highly recommended! I'll definitely be back.

11/08/2026: I dined at a small table where we didn't have space for the dishes, which however didn't live up to the expectations I had read in the reviews, there are better in Civita

11/08/2026: Everything was excellent!!!!! Top staff!!!

26/03/2026: Very refined Sunday lunch, friendly and courteous staff. The location is a bit dated.

25/01/2026: Frankly, I don't understand all the reviews raving about this place...maybe I'm on the wrong day! I had lunch on a Sunday in January. I was in the Bagnara area, and, drawn by the reviews, I decided to book a table for four for 1 pm for my family. The woman I'm talking to kindly told me yes, but that they open at 12 pm, implying I could also come earlier. We went anyway at 1 pm sharp, and strangely, it was closed! Not being local, I started to suspect I'd made the wrong place, so I called and they told me they were about to open right then: thank goodness I hadn't come earlier! The atmosphere was nice, the staff friendly. We ordered a marinated anchovy appetizer, which was good but nothing special. The first courses, three different ones, had cooking issues. Not only were they not al dente, but the pasta was clearly overcooked, and three out of three of them weren't simply a mistake! The second courses were good, but again, nothing exceptional. The desserts (apple pie) were below expectations, considering I'd read reviews that described them as the best desserts I'd ever tried... who knows! Paying €20 for two slices of soggy cake that looked like it had been made by a novice leaves a bitter taste in my mouth, even more so than the dessert itself. The bottle of wine we chose was good, as were the glasses of sparkling wine we ordered to accompany the desserts, since I was celebrating my 50th birthday. For this very reason, I expected at least a complimentary coffee, but that didn't happen! The price was high, but it was reasonable for what we ordered and there were no surprises compared to the menu.

07/08/2026: One of the few places in Calabria where you can enjoy local cuisine that's been properly showcased and updated. The location is well-maintained, but not exceptional. The service is very friendly and attentive.

07/08/2026: A one-of-a-kind in Palmi. A 10 overall.

07/05/2026: Amazing views, very polite and friendly family run hotel. Nothing is to much trouble, nice clean rooms, great breakfast, on site bodega. They ran a free shuttle to a local restaurant with local music and owned and run by the same family, lovely evening out. Highly recommended.

10/01/2026: We chose this hotel restaurant again to celebrate my second daughter's graduation, after the wonderful experience we had two years ago. It felt like returning to a place that always knows how to make important moments special. The friendliness of the owners and staff, their professionalism, and their attention to detail make this place truly unique. The atmosphere is elegant and welcoming, perfect for a heartfelt celebration; the organization was impeccable in every way. The cuisine deserves special mention: carefully prepared dishes, quality ingredients, and a perfect balance between flavor and presentation. Every course was appreciated by all the guests, a decisive factor in the success of the event. It's rare to find a venue capable of maintaining the same level of excellence over time: here, quality is a testament. A reference point for memorable occasions, which I recommend without hesitation.

18/07/2026: First time there. The owner (who is also the chef) is kind, smiling, and warm. Camilla, a young waitress, is very nice and polite, probably shy and excited, but kind. The place is very beautiful, surrounded by greenery; the only drawback is that there's no parking nearby. The dishes are homemade and very good. They also sell a flavored organic olive oil that I really liked.

03/07/2026: We ate the excellent local cured meats and the famous prosciutto. Grilled cheese wrapped in pancetta, eggplant meatballs, accompanied by grilled zucchini and excellent lightly smoked ricotta. Everything was truly exceptional!! Homemade tagliatelle with cod, superb! As for the homemade desserts, made to order: ricotta-filled pastries with cinnamon and lemon, and the crescent with dark chocolate and orange, truly superb. Ciro's white wine. Just rereading it makes my mouth water. Thanks to Giacomo the chef and the very sweet Camilla who served us impeccably.

09/08/2026: We had a great time! The waiter was friendly. Excellent Cosenza rosé. The pasta was very good.

07/08/2026: We came for dinner with three people. The staff was very friendly, always smiling and asking if everything was okay. We ordered swordfish fillet, grilled tuna, and a whole perch. Large portions, very tasty! I also recommend the homemade tiramisu, delicious!! 😋

04/07/2026: Restaurant? Trattoria? Osteria? Bistro? No! Vigifanese is a culinary experience; I suggest changing it to "Vigifanese Experience." We landed late, took a quick shower, and at 10 pm, six of us were seated at the table. Vigifanese is located in the hills of Lamezia Terme, a few kilometers from the town of Sambiase, overlooking a splendid view of the Lamezia Terme plain. The air is pure and crisp, reinvigorating on hot summer evenings like these in 2026. We begin our journey with three large house appetizers (for six people). Pancetta so delicate it melted in your mouth, cheeses and honey, 'Nduja served hot with mini pizza panzerotti, eggplant parmigiana, peppers and fried potatoes (in slang, pipi e patati), pickled vegetables (eggplant and dried tomatoes), meatballs in tomato sauce, rice and potato croquettes, ricotta omelette, cured meat rolls with mozzarella. Maybe I'm forgetting something, but I assure you, what was served could have concluded the dinner. But no, the experience continued. Black pig sausage with porcini mushrooms and potatoes, mixed grill, cod with onions, fried cod with peppers and potatoes. A journey that allowed us to savor the flavors of Calabrian tradition. All accompanied by two bottles of rosé from a Calabrian winery. Lemon sorbets to round out the experience, made even more enjoyable by excellent service, as young as the owner. What can I say? A place unknown to me (but known to my fellow diners), it has automatically entered the top spot of Lamezia Terme's restaurants. I forgot, the quality-price ratio is remarkable (€30/person). Ad maiora.

28/06/2026: I had a really good meal at this restaurant! The dishes were tasty, beautifully presented, and prepared with quality ingredients. The staff was friendly and attentive, creating a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere. The service was fast and punctual, and the ambiance was meticulously designed. A positive experience in every way, I'll definitely be back!

02/08/2026: Everything was spectacular, prepared with skill and dedication.

07/06/2026: Original recipes and delicious food

04/05/2026: A truly memorable gastronomic experience! Authentic flavors conveyed and communicated with passion and skill. Francesco's cuisine is a guarantee!

04/04/2026: The best place in the world! If you don't go, you won't understand. If you want to eat well, lots of it, in an old-fashioned, cheerful atmosphere, with lots of music and fun! Highly recommended, great prices! ❤️❤️❤️

25/07/2026: Fantastic waitress, kind and professional. Excellent and tasty food, great hospitality. My go-to place when I'm in Paterno.

14/07/2026: We found this restaurant by chance on our way back from vacation, and I have to say we couldn't have found anything better. The staff were friendly and helpful, the owner was a wonderful person, attentive to all our needs, and the food was delicious and of high quality, with very reasonable prices considering the quality and quantity. We'll definitely be back.

18/08/2026: My family and I had lunch at this restaurant, and in addition to the delicious dishes, we found the entire staff to be helpful, kind, and professional... I highly recommend it...

18/08/2026: The waiters are welcoming, friendly, and truly warm. The dishes are generous, authentic, and rooted in tradition. I've never eaten pasta like this! The carbonara is simply delicious: creamy, generous, with crispy bacon, cooked to perfection. The Tonno alla Pizzitana is excellent, an original and unique recipe. All the pasta dishes are a must-try. It's impossible to pass through Pizzo without stopping at this restaurant! And, what's more, the Spritzes are incredibly strong. A must-try, both for the food and for the warmth, friendliness, and kindness of the waiters.

07/08/2026: Everything was very good, with a rich and varied appetizer. The staff was friendly and professional.

03/08/2026: Good value for money with excellent products, although their strong point, for me, is definitely their traditional first courses. The meat is also good.

28/07/2026: What can I say? Fantastic place, spectacular cuisine, unique welcome. See you soon.

03/07/2026: The rooms have been beautifully renovated and the furnishings are in excellent condition. The location is fantastic, with cool breezes in the summer, and it's quiet and peaceful. The owners and their families are friendly, and the cuisine is excellent, using locally sourced ingredients at reasonable prices. We can't wait to return.

10/08/2026: the pasta with goat meat is excellent

05/08/2026: Excellent food with generous portions at fair prices. I recommend trying the macaroni with goat cheese, but all the dishes I tried during my visits were delicious. Perhaps the dessert is disappointing, as it's only passable after all the delicious dishes you've had before.