Taormina
Owner Turi Siligato fishes, hunts and forages for his smart osteria, and if he's in, he'll probably share anecdotes about the day's bounty and play a few…
Must-see restaurants in Italy
Ragusa
Michelin-star chef Ciccio Sultano is behind this contemporary, smart-casual eatery, which includes a dedicated bakery, specialist deli counter and the…
Lago Trasimeno
Chef Nicola works culinary magic at this wonderful roadside restaurant, a favourite for wedding receptions and special occasions some 27km southeast of…
Olbia
Tucked serenely away in the countryside around 10km north of Olbia, this Gallurese stazzo (farmhouse) dishes up a feast of home cooking. Monica, your…
Ferrara
This quaint, crafty-chic charmer lit by candlelight and tucked away in Ferrara's medieval quarter is the city's seafood superstar. The hip and beautiful…
Modica
There is great gelato and then there's gelato made by Antonio Adamo. The affable modinese makes all his confections from scratch; even the Agrigento…
Agrigento
Upstairs from the popular Caffe San Pietro, Terracotta combines a Slow Food ethos with modern and stylish decor. Seasonal standout dishes could include…
Salina
Straddling a sunny waterfront terrace in Lingua, Alfredo's place is renowned Sicily-wide for its granite: ices made with coffee, fruit or locally grown…
Mount Etna
Modest Cave Ox is a fabulous spot to sample local produce, including salumi (charcuterie) made from local black pigs. Whether it's a bowl of carbonara…
Como
An ageless osteria (casual tavern) that looks exactly the part. In the wood-lined checker-clothed dining room, wine bottles and other goodies fill the…
Molise
If the bread’s good, usually all else will follow and so it goes in this old town cantina-restaurant whose single arched entrance leads into a labyrinth…
Palermo
On-point Aja Mola is among Palermo's top seafood eateries. The interior's smart, subtle take on a nautical theme is reflected in the open kitchen, which…
The Dolomites
Hidden away in the pastoral Val di Casies (Gsiesertal) is this gem of a family-run restaurant, specialising in ultra-fresh, locally sourced seasonal South…
Vicenza
Homely Al Pestello dishes out intriguing, lesser-known cucina vicentina such as la panà (bread soup), red-wine-braised donkey and bresaola 'lollies'…
Oristano
For excellent food and a bustling, authentic vibe, head to this old-school trattoria. Since the 1930s, locals and visitors alike have been squeezing into…
Udine
A frasca is similar to an osmize, a rustic place serving salumi (cured meats) and wine, and takes its name from the same practice of hanging a branch out…
Modica
Small, quietly confident Cappero wows food lovers with beautiful cooking that's refined and comforting in equal parts. The house-made pasta is made using…
Tyrrhenian Coast
Suino nero dei Nebrodi (the park's DOC black pork) is the star attraction at the Relais Villa Miraglia's excellent restaurant, where big picture windows…
Todi
It simply doesn't get any more Umbrian than this: a lovely, warm interior with tables set on a rough wooden floor and wall dressers packed with wine…
Costa Smeralda
Calling all carnivores (or anyone seeking a break from seafood)!: skip lunch and save your appetite for a full-on Sardinian feast at this rustic farmstead…
Mediterranean Coast
For traditional Sicilian fare in cosy, rustic surroundings, head for this family-owned and highly recommended Slow Food restaurant in Caltabellotta's…
Agropoli
Agropoli’s self-proclaimed ‘black sheep’, Pecora Nera has emerged as a new challenger for the title of the town’s ‘best pizza’ and they might just be on…
Central Sicily
This is one of central Sicily's top restaurants, serving sophisticated modern cuisine to a demanding and appreciative clientele. It's about 3km out of…
Rome
Behind the MAXXI gallery, opposite the tram terminus, this out-of-the-way gelateria may well be the best in Rome. There are few exotic flavours; rather…
Ragusa
Widely regarded as one of Sicily's finest restaurants, Duomo comprises a cluster of small rooms outfitted like private parlours behind its stained-glass…
Sirmione
Calf brains, sea urchins and pigeon breast are some of the more exotic offerings at this Michelin-starred affair tucked behind Sirmione's castle. The…
Valle d'Aosta
In a warmly lit dining room adorned with old farm tools and glossy oil paintings, Bon Bec serves up outstanding mountain cuisine. Start off with house…
Salina
Meals are built around locally sourced produce and seafood caught fresh daily by owner Santino at this unassuming but excellent restaurant, run by the…
Noto
Divided into a hip front bar and sultry back dining rooms, Manna wows with its competent, contemporary creations. Premium produce dictates the menu, which…
Verona
Located on the piazza where Verona's Roman fish market once held sway, softly lit Masenini quietly serves up Verona's most imaginative, modern fish dishes…
Vicenza
Two hundred kilometres separate Vicenza and Modena, but enter this restaurant and you’ll enjoy the finest Emilian cooking courtesy of Lorenzo Roncaccioli,…
Tyrrhenian Coast
Local families and tourists alike flock to Il Sarchiapone for its phenomenal fresh seafood, served with good cheer in an unpretentious mustard-yellow…
Ionian Coast
South of Acireale, this snug, organic, family-run pizzeria creates outstanding wood-fired pie. Prices may be higher, but so is the quality. The bases are…
Polignano a Mare
Offering a fresher, lighter and often vegetarian alternative in Polignano a Mare, MINT's concise menu focuses on a few dishes done very well. Highlights…
Udine
A bright, young, cool, casual and friendly addition to Udine's dining scene, L'Alimentare serves up eat-in or takeaway meals that strike out beyond the…
Spoleto
An oasis of modern design, this self-styled 'casual' restaurant marries kooky decor, including a canoe on the wall and colourful hanging lamps, with…
Lake Como
In the sleepy village of Careno, this charming spot serves up excellent lake fish. When the wind is high, take refuge in the atmospheric stone-walled…
Eastern Sardinia
Nestled at the foot of mountains, this rural retreat is a delight, with a bougainvillea-draped terrace for balmy evenings. The local Cannonau red goes…
Treviso
This trattoria has been a reference point since 1880, and the original wood-panelled dining room is reassuringly full of diners hunched over silky plates…
Enna
Slow Food stalwart La Rustica ticks all the right boxes: off the tourist trail, popular with locals and run by a couple passionate about classic local…
