I migliori ristoranti di cucina italiana in Calabria

06/10/2025: I don't understand the 3.4 rating. I had very, very good penne with tomato sauce, and my wife had very tasty macaroni with prawns. I thought the food was excellent, and the prices were OK, too...

29/09/2025: We had delicious fresh seafood, and the hosts were very friendly and served us very well! The lemon sorbet was amazing! Thank you!

30/03/2025: Dirty place with nothing. Must be closed.

23/03/2025: Inviting, private setting with live music, fun and enjoyable evening. Pizza? And I've eaten better but it's okay. Ample outdoor parking and, as mentioned, a pleasant early evening. Place to revisit from time to time.

16/09/2025: I'm only reviewing the food since I stopped in for a quick lunch. Service was quick; my dish arrived about 3 minutes after ordering. I had a caprese salad and a Nastro beer. I would have expected a slightly larger portion than the caprese, given that it cost me €10. Still, it was good. The tomato sauce was plain. A fairly light dish. You can sit down after 3:00 PM, since I arrived a few minutes late. Coffee included. All for €14.

03/09/2025: A good bar, with excellent coffees and cocktails.

13/08/2025: When I go back on vacation, I eat ice cream every day. And I think I'm capable of giving an honest opinion. Today I found myself at the Metropolis shopping center in Rende/Cosenza, specifically at C House. I ordered two medium cups and a brioche with gelato, all three with cream. The gelato was good overall, although not comparable to the artisanal one made in Jacurso (CZ), for example. I would have even accepted the price (€3.50 for the medium cups and €4 for the brioche). But I found it ridiculous, almost insulting, to have paid €0.90 for the additional cream for three—just a smear of cream on the gelato, so to speak. I asked the person at the cashier, Raffaella, if this was the amount I paid €2.70 for. Her response: "Does that seem small to you?" I'm posting the photos and leaving it up to my followers to decide for themselves. I preferred to avoid unnecessary discussions. Referring to other cities in the same region (to name a few: Reggio Calabria, Catanzaro, Pizzo, Tropea, Lamezia) and my previous reviews, I can say that many ice cream shops don't charge extra for cream, and the few others don't charge more than €0.30. But it's at least triple the price of the one I had here today. And definitely better, too.

13/08/2025: Today we went to the C HOUSE COFFEE SHOP and were fortunate enough to be served by Nicola: kindness and attention to detail. He served me a perfect lobster, crispy and creamy just right, while he made two impeccable coffees for my mother and aunt. The nicest touch? My mother had a caffè macchiato with a heart... a simple gesture that makes you feel special. A welcoming atmosphere, excellent products, and a service that makes you want to come back. Bravo Nicola! 👏

13/09/2025: After our walk in the Sila Giants Park, having worked up an appetite in the fresh air, my husband and I decided to have lunch. At the exit of the park, there was a restaurant with outdoor seating. The view around the restaurant was truly splendid, the nature enchanting. But unfortunately, our desire to have lunch there quickly faded. We couldn't find a table with a clean tablecloth to sit at. The chairs were also in terrible condition, and since I was wearing light-colored clothing, I didn't have the courage to sit. We limited ourselves to coffee (which, incidentally, was one of the most expensive I've ever had in Calabria). The atmosphere inside is a little better, but with such beautiful views around the restaurant, you'd want to sit on the terrace. Please pay more attention to cleanliness, and I'm sure customers will come in large numbers. Best regards.

16/08/2025: ONE STAR IS ALREADY TOO MANY.. TERRIBLE SERVICE AND EQUALLY TERRIBLE STAFF.. APPETIZER: It included 4 slices of cheese and 4 slices of salami. Pasta completely tasteless, not to mention the main course that arrived after about two hours. We asked for water about 4 times, which arrived after an hour from a fountain outside. The restrooms aren't up to standard because while you're eating, people walk past you with the door open. To pee, you have to rest your legs on a sort of shower next to the toilet. While we were in the dining room, we were covered in smoke from the kitchen. The whole dining room complained. A terrible experience, we'll never return. And I assure you, there are many other things to say.

26/08/2025: An experience so surreal it seemed like a comedy sketch... if it hadn't been real. We were kicked out of the tavern for no clear reason, with anything but courteous manners. The welcome? Nonexistent. The politeness? Lost among the daily specials. In an era when restaurants should focus entirely on hospitality and quality service, here they have confidently chosen the opposite path. If you're looking for good food accompanied by a human and civilized atmosphere, look elsewhere. Here, they serve (perhaps) warm dishes, but decidedly cold hearts.

09/08/2025: Dishes are prepared based on market-sourced fish. Some dishes can be customized. Meatballs, fried anchovies, and mussels are highly recommended.

11/09/2025: All in all not bad and certainly cheap.

27/08/2025: The hotel proudly retains its original appearance, yet remains well-maintained. The room amenities are impeccable. Maria Luisa, her husband, and their daughter Ivana were extremely kind and helpful. The location is strategic for exploring the entire Costa Degli Dei, from Pizzo Calabro to Capo Vaticano. Bars and supermarkets are just steps away. The value for money is excellent. Highly recommended.

10/08/2025: We had dinner at a family dinner after waiting a long time we went to get drinks we couldn't go down to eat because they didn't bring us the menu in the end the bill was very high for having taken a starter and 5 second courses not recommended

09/08/2025: I went to this restaurant with my family, there were 8 of us, poor service, decent local food but with a big flaw: they don't have a menu to choose what to eat, much less indicate the price list or, more importantly, allergens... they basically decide with what they have at the moment! Another negative thing: we paid an exaggeration for a mixed appetizer for the whole table, which cost €70, and 5 slices of meat with two bottles of water for a total of €185. Overall, I was disappointed and definitely won't go again... I don't recommend it!

21/09/2025: I've had lunch twice at this restaurant with its enchanting view. I was on vacation with friends and would have returned several times given the quality of the food and the tranquility of the place, but we were mocked for tactical menu changes like, "Oh! We don't have this seafood appetizer (20 euros) today, but if you want, I'll bring you octopus and marinated anchovies." They didn't specify that they become two separate dishes, and you pay 20 euros for two tentacles and 20 euros for 8 anchovies. So your seafood appetizer becomes a starred appetizer for 40 euros. The receipt never arrived. We were wrong not to ask for anything at the time, but we were on a happy, carefree vacation and only later realized we'd been a bit ripped off.

18/09/2025: The location alone is worth it...not recommended...the price is too high for the quality of the food offered. Not recommended.

25/10/2025: I've eaten here several times in the last week with my family. The restaurant is nice and well-themed. The menu is comprehensive and varied. The staff was courteous. The food was overall good and well-presented. The service was quick (though there were few people). Neither I nor my family had any particular complaints, as reported in some comments. The price per person was in line with restaurants in shopping malls.

14/10/2025: I had lunch during the week when the restaurant was almost empty. Excellent service, with very polite and friendly waitresses. Since it was lunch, I didn't eat much, but I was satisfied with the carbonara portion. I didn't give it 5 stars because it was too salty, but overall it was good. I also saw a menu with fairly reasonable prices, so I recommend it. A positive experience.