I migliori ristoranti di cucina italiana in Calabria

08/02/2026: We had lunch at the Lorichella restaurant, the food was excellent and the service was fast. Congratulations!

02/01/2026: I've been staying at this property for years, and it's always nice to return because it feels like home. The rooms are clean, comfortable, and equipped with every amenity. The cuisine is excellent, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The staff is incredibly friendly and courteous. Highly recommended.

21/03/2026: The place absolutely needs improvement because I noticed a lot of neglect. It left me perplexed and unimpressed. The owners and staff were friendly. The dishes were plentiful and decent, but not exceptional for my tastes. For example, the spaghetti wasn't cooked al dente. I would only recommend much, much improvement in quality and atmosphere, including better lighting.

13/03/2026: This is the exact same review from about 4 years ago. The owner lashed out (yes, against it, it's appropriate to say!) against this review, attempting to ridicule an honest, albeit unpleasant, review by addressing them in the most truculent and aggressive terms possible. Today, exactly 3 hours ago, that reply to my review was edited!!! 4 years later, it was edited!!! How come? Why? 4 years later, they come back and remove that vulgar and inappropriate reply, replacing it with a few lines...of contrition!? It smells a bit fishy...it's March and the summer season is starting again! And the reviews, along with the replies, are starting to carry a lot of weight and serve as a good reference for those who come or plan to come to stay in magnificent Tropea. I suspect this (they also edited another reply to a negative review!!) is the result of a commercial strategy that has nothing to do with food and dining. If so, new patrons will be able to verify it. I hope I'm wrong and that things have changed today, for the better (truly better, as a fairytale location like Tropea deserves). I'm confident I'll find myself in Tropea again and will want to try their cuisine again, intellectually honest as ever, ready to retrace my steps (I truly hope so). REVIEW IN MY ORIGINAL AND UNEDITED VERSION FROM 4 YEARS AGO: "Think of the worst and that's half of what will happen to you the moment you unfortunately decide to enter this place! Fresh fish has never been in here! The reason they will repeat to you ad nauseam is that this mysterious artifact must go through a "battitura" process (a term in vogue here to define freezing!). The expert who will administer pearls of scientific-culinary wisdom to you is a certain Mauro, a tall figure with a mellifluous attitude who will try to distract you by serving you 2 plates of "reheated soup" that are at least 1 week old and will make you pay dearly and bitterly. You will be surprised to see that a grilled fish (that's how they call it), will taste like Findus fish fingers and that it will have neither head nor tail... nor fish! If you try to ask for a fish in salt (present on the menu) they will answer which unfortunately wasn't caught either because of the peach ban or, in the case of mussels, because they don't like the method of transporting them from Puglia! When you complain about the supposed quality/freshness of the fish, Mauro will tell you he'll report it to the chef! The chef? If anyone ever sets foot in this little theater! Last piece of advice: if you ever stumble upon this place, always ask the price of off-menu puatti (?) and check the bill (they double-charged the water)! Good luck everyone.

22/07/2025: The cafe on Viale di Mancuso is better. We went here when it was too empty. It seems quiet, no problems, better security.

21/08/2025: I'm not giving it 5 stars only because I only had one entree, so I don't know what the other courses were like. As for me, I had a very good experience. The service was friendly and fast, and the atmosphere was very nice. If I'm in the area again, I'll definitely return.

08/08/2025: I want to compliment Mrs. Anna Maria for her kindness and professionalism. We celebrated my son's 18th birthday and she made us feel at home. Thank you! The atmosphere was clean and the food was excellent.

05/12/2025: This restaurant was discovered by chance, but highly recommended for anyone passing through Paola. Besides having a beautiful sea view, the food is truly excellent. They also have a separate kitchen certified gluten-free. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the quality/price ratio is very good.

03/11/2025: Located on the Paola seafront. Very hospitable staff. The smell of the fish made our mouths water. The first course of the season recommended by the waiter was excellent: paccheri with pumpkin cream, red shrimp, and toasted breadcrumbs. Truly delicious. Highly recommended.

23/01/2026: A welcoming, spacious restaurant and pizzeria ready to satisfy your every desire. From the cuisine to the pizza, you won't be disappointed.

13/11/2025: Excellent pizza! Light, high-quality dough and very good ingredients. Recommended!

15/09/2025: Wonderful place...excellent cuisine, spectacular cook

01/09/2025: I had the pleasure of having lunch at the Gironda estate for my granddaughter's baptism. The location was excellent and the food delicious. I highly recommend it.

05/11/2025: It's a classic Anglo-Saxon-style pub housed in a renovated old warehouse. They offer a wide variety of beers, both on tap and in bottles, from the best breweries. The owners are true beer enthusiasts, so it's a pleasure to sample them at the bar while talking to them about the characteristics and origins of the beers. The food is also excellent, with some rather unique dishes that pair perfectly with the beers. They also offer an aperitif dinner, which I haven't had the chance to try yet.

11/10/2025: Great variety of beers...great company from the owner and the service...I recommend it

12/02/2026: Really excellent. I made a poke with the owner's suggestions and it was really good!! Highly recommended!! I will definitely be back.

22/11/2025: Very varied menu, friendly staff and excellent prices

15/03/2026: Terrible, terrible food, terrible hospitality, poor service, all in a location (I'm talking about the restaurant) that's not at all well-kept. Horrible taste. The only positive thing is the view, which clearly isn't their fault, and obviously it's not worth the effort. You can admire it and go eat somewhere else. Even a well-made sandwich is more satisfying. Arrogant and rude person.

15/03/2026: We've had lunch there three times already. It was delicious every time. The service was friendly and very attentive. Highly recommended.

01/09/2025: Excellent ice cream and a simply delicious croissant!

30/08/2025: Very friendly owners, top service, my kids love going there and so do I.

19/07/2025: Locale bello e ben tenuto. Il nostro tavolo era all'aperto in un fantastico giardino. Siamo stati accolti dal proprietario del locale, persona gentilissima. Personale cortese e attento. Abbiamo mangiato benissimo. Ottimo il rapporto qualità/prezzo.

19/07/2025: Grandissima qualità degli ingredienti per una ottima cucina tipica sia di carne che di pesce, il tutto condito dall’estrema cortesia dei proprietari e da un servizio veloce ed impeccabile. Fenomenale il rapporto qualità/prezzo. Gradevole la location.

06/01/2026: Delicious ice cream and petrali

04/01/2026: Caffè Matteotti in Reggio Calabria is truly exceptional! The atmosphere is refined and welcoming, and the staff is always friendly and professional. The coffee is excellent, as are the pastries and breakfast and afternoon snack options. An ideal place to relax and enjoy a quality moment in the heart of the city. Highly recommended!