While exquisite restaurants in Liguria abound – a meal with a sea view is compulsory at least once during an Italian Riviera vacation. Here's a list of restaurants in Liguria where you can do just that while savoring a fish-centric lunch or dinner.
1. Langosteria - Paraggi
This gem is located on one of Liguria's most exclusive beaches, situated between Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure. Langosteria Paraggi boasts flawless service coupled with a menu that changes weekly. The specialty here is raw seafood, but the menu offers several other fish preparations. website
Photo: Langosteria Paraggi
2. Eco del Mare - Lerici
One of Liguria's most evocative places, Eco del Mare is discreetly nestled into a private bay between Lerici and Tellaro. The long, panoramic flight of steps that descends to the beach recalls a pathway to a small paradise. Book a sunset dinner here for an unbelievably romantic evening. website
Eco del Mare
3. Torre Aurora - Monterosso
This thousand-year-old structure overlooks the Gulf of Monterosso on one side, and the other four towns of the Cinque Terre on the other. Today, as it has been over the centuries, the tower offers a breathtaking view – the perfect spot to sip excellent cocktails and sample revisited takes on Ligurian classics. website
Torre Aurora in Monterosso have a view of the four other Cinque Terre towns.
3. L'Arenella - Zoagli
Reachable only on foot via the promenade along the rocks of Zoagli, a small village in Tigullio located around Genoa, Arenella beach is as small as it is delightful. The same-named restaurant has a few tables atop a terrace set in the rocks. Don't miss the spaghetti with clams and bottarga. website
L'Aranella
4. Bagni Medusa - Sant’Ilario, Genoa
The historic Bagni Medusa is close to Sant’Ilario, a popular village in the comune of Geona. In addition to having an incredible natural “swimming pool,” Bagni Medusa also boasts an excellent restaurant that also serves up a stellar version of spaghetti with clam sauce. website
Bagni Medusa post-sunset
5. Bagni Sillo - Sori, Genoa
One of Liguria's most iconic beach clubs, Bagni Sillo features a menu that changes daily with excellent fish dishes. It's easily reachable by train. Instagram
6. La Vigna - Alassio
Alassio sits on the riviera stretch between Geona and France. The hilltop La Vigna offers an exquisite view of the Gulf of Alassio. The restaurant is warm and inviting, and it's even nice to visit during an off-season weekend. Chef Luca Tuveri, born in France, seeks inspiration from Provence for his dishes, which he then interprets with local ingredients. website
7. Ostaia da ò Sigù - Camogli
Ostaia da ò Sigù sits on the main promenade of Camogli, its tables overlooking the sea beckoning passers-by. Sip a glass of rosé at sunset then savor the fish specialties of this local tavern. website