I migliori ristoranti di cucina italiananella città Chiavari della Genova

26/08/2025: Excellent gluten-free options, delicious mixed fried fish and a wide selection of top-notch desserts, excellent service, a nice and knowledgeable guy. We'll be back

09/08/2025: For years, walking around my living room clutching a ball of bread dough the size of a tangerine, I've wondered why pizzas from all over Italy are so impossible to cut and chew (they take at least 35 seconds in the mouth), and after a few minutes they arrive at the table piping hot from the oven despite being paper-thin. As Shakespeare asked, skull in hand, pizza or no pizza? That is the question! I've realized, not without effort, that it depends on the extremely fast cooking, which emphasizes the problem described above. The solution is to go to a pizzeria without eating pizza. The interior is full of very evocative fish-themed mosaics. But the air conditioning isn't turned on; apparently, customers don't make reservations anymore. Outside, the place is very different: a bit basic, with unstable plastic chairs. The waitresses leave bottles of cold water at the tables without asking, which might seem like freebies since they're not branded. However, I should point out that I'm not a big fan of pizza. In fact, no matter what, I always order the modest Margherita, which really couldn't be more modest.

03/06/2025: Too expensive for what we were offered Not a very warm welcome

03/06/2025: Everything is fresh, the chef is very friendly

06/07/2025: We went to this bar because our usual one was closed. Very slow service: the waitress brought one thing at a time very slowly. We went back a second time but the situation did not improve: we had to get up to complete the order. Disappointing experience.

26/06/2025: Ambiente familiare, cibi preparati al momento, buoni con porzioni giuste,personale gentile, accogliente ed efficiente. Luciano

04/08/2025: Despite receiving a confirmation email for our reservation, we arrived to find that no table had been secured for us. It appears the restaurant does not utilize Google's "Book a Table" feature, despite its availability on their listing. More concerning is the apparent disconnect in their reservation system—receiving an email confirmation proved meaningless in securing a table. The culinary offerings were inconsistent at best. The pesto lacked the vibrant, authentic flavors one expects from this classic preparation. The frutti di mare was adequate but unremarkable. Unfortunately, I cannot comment on the Angus beef, as it never arrived at our table. The restaurant offered no compensation for this oversight, which speaks poorly of their customer service standards. The tagliata, however, was well-executed and represented the evening's sole culinary highlight. Given the combination of unreliable reservation management, inconsistent food quality, and inadequate service recovery, we will not be returning to this establishment.

04/08/2025: The service from the staff was excellent, especially one lady who greeted us with great kindness and dedication. It's clear that the team works hard and wants to make their customers feel welcome. Unfortunately, during the meal, we could hear shouting and insults coming from inside, apparently from the owner toward the employees. This was very unpleasant and partially ruined the experience. It's a real shame, because the restaurant has so much potential and a truly valuable staff. Treating those who make a restaurant run well is an integral part of the customer experience. I hope they'll reflect on this.

09/09/2025: Good food, great prices and friendly staff

09/09/2025: Typical Ligurian trattoria. Delicious paella is available upon request. Simple, informal atmosphere.

28/06/2025: Get your ultimate breakfast here: Combo, Yogurt Greco Piccolo (completo) and a cappuccino. Was delicious.

21/06/2025: very nice, great iced tea in sugar, rare in Italy!!

16/07/2025: Really tasty food made with love. Can only recommend the place.

21/06/2025: Ligurian dinner in a very pleasant setting, attentive and thoughtful service.

24/08/2025: Everything was excellent, the staff was helpful, efficient and kind.

09/04/2025: Excellent focaccia and stuffed anchovies, a must try.

17/08/2025: Nice place by the sea, beautiful view, good service, and good food. What's not so great is that they don't apply the Fork discount transparently, excluding it (why?) from drinks and calculating the total without revealing it.

10/08/2025: We've been guests at this bistro on the Chiavari promenade several times, and have always left satisfied. It offers a good variety of burgers with top-quality meats and several vegetarian options. The dessert selection is also interesting, with an honorable mention for the vegan mousse. The beer selection is very tempting. Dogs are welcome, and water bowls are available.

28/08/2025: We waited a really long time for a table, but my family and I arrived late, so I think that was appropriate. The pizza, however, arrived very early, so that's fine. I found the food selection excellent and in keeping with the location. I had a truly delicious pizza, but unfortunately I don't remember the name. It had pesto and prosciutto, though. I also tried the bufalina, which was also very good. The place isn't exactly beautiful, however, and our table was rocking.

23/08/2025: The parmigiana was made with zucchini, not eggplant. 🍆 The fettuccine with baby octopus was good, but there wasn't a single baby octopus in the sauce. The seafood pasta was just right. Prices were average. The atmosphere was basic, facing the harbor.

14/09/2025: Delicious, affordable Spritz with a great view of the square

11/09/2025: 🌟 Excellent lunch in the heart of Chiavari! We stopped at Piccolo Bar - Mazzini under the arcades, attracted by the central location and outdoor seating. Friendly and fast service, generous and tasty portions: veal with tuna sauce, Nicoise salad, and Vermentino 🍷. The waitress even took a picture of us with a smile 😊. Fair prices and an authentic atmosphere. Highly recommended! 💯

02/09/2025: The pinsa and food were excellent, they were friendly and helpful, well done 👏👏

26/08/2025: Summer 2025. The food is the strong point. The pizzas, pinsas, and pasta dishes are all delicious. The place is very popular, so service can be slow after the first order, especially if there are large groups. The desserts are also good.

27/04/2025: Top rice cake! Average service, good prices. Perhaps the choice of savory products could be improved, but we are a bit out of season. Thanks, we'll be back.

20/04/2025: I purchased some focaccia, but unfortunately the one that was sold to me turned out to be "toasted", in other words I was given some unsold focaccia from the day before. I am aware that nowadays nothing is thrown away and I am the first to support this principle, but I do not consider it correct behavior towards a customer who pays for a fresh product. My experience with this oven ends here.

03/09/2025: Sadly, our experience here was rather inhospitable. We first sat in the “no self-service” zone and waited 20 minutes for a waiter. After watching two other customers take their coffee and food out by themselves to sit in the area next to us, we decided to do the same. The customer service inside was no better. The man speaking with my wife was unfriendly, and we got the impression that foreigners are not particularly welcome. After ordering 2 cappuccinos, a ham and cheese croissant, and 2 cornetti (which tasted at least a day old), the waiter finally came and addressed us in a rather unfriendly manner in Italian. We tried speaking English, but he left in a huff. It seemed like he was complaining about the service charge, but with 5 plates, where else were we supposed to go? I tried explaining the situation again inside, but they just shrugged it off and looked at me with clear disdain. All in all, it was not a pleasant experience. Boccia across the street is much nicer—with better coffee, service, and food. Would not return to Café Defilla.

28/08/2025: We came to this place for a hot tea, and sat inside due to the bad weather. After about ten minutes, we asked a staff member how long it would be before we could order, and he responded rather rudely. After another ten minutes, we left without having ordered anything. Terrible experience.

08/09/2025: The bread, focaccia, and pastries are good, but the "CSI-style" barrier of chairs and tape to keep people away from the counter is TERRIBLE! Not even in the time of COVID. And if they mock us for our "typical Ligurian hospitality," let's not complain...

31/08/2025: Illegal Focaccia is so good! Even reheated the next day. Delicious bread. Excellent pastries: I love the Hollandaise pastries.