I migliori ristoranti di cucina italiana in Genova

11/01/2026: Everything was truly perfect! The photos speak for themselves! A quiet restaurant suspended in a magical bliss between the sky and the sea.

06/01/2026: I'm not used to being so generous with my reviews, but "Ortica" is the restaurant of my dreams: kind and attentive staff, a cutting-edge chef, excellent local ingredients, and a location with a fairytale view. Happy and satisfied, I'll definitely be back soon, even to celebrate my events.

01/05/2026: A very cozy little place with delicious home-cooked food! The waitress is very kind and attentive. The atmosphere is relaxing and peaceful. The pasta is homemade and everything is cooked to order. The pansoti are special! The photos are of half portions.

23/03/2026: You don't have to rush this place; all the food is freshly cooked. I loved every dish I tried. The staff was very friendly. I recommend booking.

01/05/2026: For those who frequent the Aveto Valley, it's a culinary must-try, but it's worth a quick word about this family-run restaurant. The staff is attentive, punctual, and incredibly friendly! The restaurant has an old-fashioned feel, reminiscent of a mountain chalet—we're right in the heart of the Apennines, after all! A highlight is the open grill, where the owner's son works his magic! Yes, because anyone who comes here simply has to try the grilled meats... top-quality ingredients expertly cooked! Everything is delicious, from appetizers to dessert, but the grill is a real must-try!

23/04/2026: We stopped by on a weekday while passing through Santo Stefano d'Aveto. We had a great time, in fact, we purposely returned the next day. The food was simple but good, and the staff was friendly and helpful...we had a wonderful time. Recommended.

30/11/2025: Lunch at Muinà was a birthday present for my partner, and it was excellent! After the "usual" enormous house appetizer, we decided to try two truly unusual dishes: linguine with sea bream sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, capers, chili pepper, and crunchy baked breadcrumbs. The carefully measured chili pepper gave the dish a special touch, but without overpowering the other flavors! For the main course, the larded shrimp on a gorgonzola cream sauce, another highly unusual combination, but absolutely successful! Two bottles of fruity and pleasant Ligurian Vermentino obviously accounted for almost half of the bill, so the quality/price ratio remains excellent, especially for a restaurant that's been in business for 175 years. Congratulations, and see you next time!

16/11/2025: Traditional trattoria--- 15€ lunch menu was great. A nice stop on way to Pesto di Pra producers.

08/05/2026: Terrible: we ordered gnocchi alla sorrentina and a pizza. The gnocchi were rubbery and tasted like the ones from the supermarket bag. The pizza was burnt on the bottom and not as good as it was a few months ago. It's a shame they've changed for the worse: lowering quality for the sake of profit.

04/05/2026: Pizza cooked to perfection, service excellent, overall a great experience.

05/05/2026: Even as a tourist, this small stop off the main path is well worth it. Service was excellent on top of the terrace and prices are incredibly reasonable.

19/04/2026: We discovered this bar by chance, as it's not on the busiest streets, but it was a pleasant surprise! Super friendly and welcoming, we had breakfast there every morning, with croissants with amazing apricot jam. The aperitif was also excellent, plentiful and reasonably priced. Highly recommended!

21/02/2026: Elegant atmosphere and very professional service. If you're looking for a Genoese aperitivo where you can grab a bite to eat after a drink, this isn't the ideal place, as they only serve a few dry snacks.

12/04/2026: Lunch break with a colleague, fast service, very good food, very friendly staff

02/05/2026: Very refined cuisine, always fresh ingredients, and very kind owners. Always a wonderful experience. Reservations are always recommended.

11/03/2026: A great experience, definitely worth repeating. The daily menu was very tasty: lasagna with fish sauce, linguine with squid, vegetable tart, and herb-crusted fish fillet. Highly recommended!

01/06/2026: We spent three days in San Fruttuoso, an extraordinary place in every way. Our room overlooked the bay, and the only noise at night was the waves. The room was very clean, the staff were extremely kind and welcoming, and the bar's walls were adorned with paintings worthy of a modern art museum. Highly recommended, I really hope to return.

18/05/2026: A wonderful little restaurant nestled in the poetic setting of San Fruttuoso. From the restaurant terrace overlooking this stunning view, between the thousand-year-old abbey and the turquoise sea, you can enjoy an excellent menu of the freshest seafood accompanied by a good house wine. The service is the icing on the cake; in particular, the young man who served us was polite and gentle, a touch from another era. Highly recommended!!!

30/05/2026: I've been frequenting the Via San Vincenzo and Via Balbi locations for both study and work for several years now. The cleanliness of the staff, restrooms, and tables is meticulous and top-notch! As is the complete and utter availability of the staff on duty to customers. These, for me, are characteristics and qualities that are hard to find elsewhere.

18/05/2026: Rude motorcycles and long motorcycles

20/04/2026: The owner is very kind and friendly. The dishes are made with top-quality ingredients and with the passionate care of someone who knows their craft. Congratulations!

17/04/2026: A wonderful Easter in this brightly lit restaurant, enveloped by its barrel vaulted ceiling covered in light wood! And outside, the tables in the silence of the deserted Piazza Lavagna! Top-quality Genoese food, with hand-made pesto, the owner's prize-winning pride. Warm hospitality also from the chef, who, although not Ligurian, knows all the secrets of mandilli, brandacujun (probable etymologies provided), and the legendary cappon magro.

12/04/2026: I arrived at this restaurant a little biased, but from the moment I tasted the first course, my palate literally exploded with a blend of authentic flavors. Dishes cooked that same evening, the freshest fish, but above all, fried food without excess oil and easy to digest... I won't add anything else except that this place deserves a MICHELIN STAR. Congratulations! 🎉

29/03/2026: Compliments to the staff, the food was excellent.

27/01/2026: A charming, well-maintained place. Visit with the utmost respect for nature, always taking your waste away or using the refuge's recycling bins. There's an outdoor barbecue area with a shelter and tables, and a fountain with fresh, drinkable water.

07/12/2025: Refuge excellent availability top polenta🔝

29/05/2026: Great spot tucked away in an alley, good drinks, friendly service.

21/01/2026: Excellent beer and competitive prices. A great place to return to again and again. The only flaw, if it can be called a flaw, is the small tables and chairs inside, which aren't very spacious and make sitting comfortable.