The best restaurants on the Amalfi Coast chosen by Gambero Rosso

A Unesco World Heritage Site since 2007, it is the stretch of coastline along the Tyrrhenian Sea that covers the province of Salerno, from the city pf Positano to the city of Vietri sul Mare.

Where to eat on the Amalfi Coast from Positano to Vietri sul Mare

Also favoured by wealthy international clientèle, the area offers unique views, artistic and historical beauty, and a rich gastronomy of extraordinary typical products, first and foremost Limoncello.

Amalfi

La Caravella

Restaurant. Elegant dining rooms, an amazing wine cellar, an incredible collection of ceramics, but above all a successful table since 1959, always with the same family management. On the plate all the colours, scents and flavours of the Amalfi Coast. Reserve the lemon soufflé, it is to die for.

La Caravella – via Matteo Camera, 12 – 089 871029 - ristorantelacaravella.it

Da Gemma

Restaurant. An institution in the historic centre, since 1872 it has been offering typical cuisine of the Coast, with fresh fish and well-executed traditional dishes, accompanied by well-selected wines. The terrace overlooking the Duomo is splendid. A few steps away is La Cantina da Gemma, for raw seafood and taglieri.

Da Gemma – via Fra' Gerardo Sasso, 11 – 089 871345 – trattoriadagemma.com

Glicine at Hotel Santa Caterina

Restaurant. The jewel in the crown of the food offerings of one of the most luxurious and prestigious hotels on the Amalfi Coast, young chef Giuseppe Stanzione is at the helm. His are the seductive reinterpretations of tradition, highlighting mastery of technique and top ingredients. Cellar and service on the line. Reservations mandatory.

Glicine dell'Hotel Santa Caterina – s.s. Amalfitana, 9 – 089 871012 – hotelsantacaterina.it

Sensi Restaurant

Restaurant. Centrally located, in an ancient palace, it boasts a outdoor terrace with a spectacular view and dining rooms of understated elegance. There are two souls, for lunch Sensi Bistrot with a simpler and more marketable offer, for dinner, the gourmet with 5 tasting menus that cater for every need. Wine list up to the mark.

Sensi Restaurant - via Pietro Comite, 4 – 089 871183 – sensiamalfi.it

Atrani

'A Paranza

Trattoria. This family-run restaurant in the heart of a village a little inland from the coast enjoys a well-deserved reputation. It has an intimate, cosy and tastefully furnished ambience and offers fresh, well-cooked fish, as well as typical Amalfi recipes.

'A Paranza – via Dragone, 1 – 089 871840 – ristoranteparanza.com

Cava de' Tirreni

Casa Rispoli

Restaurant. Successfully run by the Rispoli family for many years, this is a restaurant in the city centre with tables outside in fine weather. The gastronomic proposal is intriguing, starting with raw seafood according to the market and ranging in several directions, always with attention to flavour and presentation. The drinks are good.

Casa Rispoli – p.zza San Francesco, 7 – 089 9951261 – casarispoli.it

Cetara

Casa Torrente al Convento

Trattoria. Restaurant housed in a former convent, a few metres from the harbour, with outdoor tables. It is run by the Torrente family, who have been ambassadors of Cetaro cuisine for many years, even outside Italy. Protagonist of the menu is poor fish, transformed into dishes rich in flavour. Well-stocked wine cellar.

Casa Torrente al Convento – p.zza San Francesco, 16 – 089 261039 – alconvento.net

Conca de' Marini

Il Refettorio del Monastero Santa Rosa

Restaurant. Fascinating hotel table in a tranquil and elegant setting with spectacular views. Chef Alfonso Crescenzo personally elaborates quality ingredients, first-class fish, produce from his own organic garden and traditional recipes into dishes that are convincing in their presentation and taste.

Il Refettorio del Monastero Santa Rosa – via Roma, 2 – 089 831723 - monasterosantarosa.com

Furore

BaccoFurore

Restaurant. Over 90 years of history for this solidly family-run address, also a diffuse hotel, in an enviable location. On the menu, dishes with enveloping flavours drawn from the rich local bread basket. In the wine cellar hundreds of references. Menu for coeliacs, vegans and vegetarians.

BaccoFurore – via G. B. Lama, 9 – 089 830360 – baccofurore.it

Maiori

Torre Normanna

Restaurant. This is the kingdom of the Proto brothers, which also includes a beach club and various hospitality facilities. In the kitchen, mostly local raw materials are enhanced with flair and skill, accompanying the dishes with an interesting selection of wines. Added value, a splendid outdoor area overlooking the sea.

Torre Normanna – via D. Tajani, 4 – 089 877100 – Facebook

Minori

Costa d'Amalfi Gourmet Sal de Riso

Restaurant. This is the new challenge from Salvatore De Riso, a master pastry chef whose fame has long since crossed regional and national borders. From the kitchen come tasty dishes inspired by tradition; from the bakery come excellent long-rising pizzas. It is a must to end on a high note with a "house" dessert.

Costa d'Amalfi Gourmet Sal de Riso – via Roma, 76 – 089 877941 – salderiso.it

Positano

Li Galli dell'Hotel Villa Franca

Restaurant. One of the most beautiful hotels in the country, made of art, elegance, Mediterranean style. The restaurant is entrusted to Savio Perna, whose style is simple but personal in his reinterpretation of tradition. Dinner takes place in a magical atmosphere, on a terrace facing the sea.

Li Galli dell'Hotel Villa Franca – v.le Pasitea, 318 – 089 875655 - villafrancahotel.it

Da Gabrisa

Restaurant. For 20 years this address has been a reference point for those who want to enjoy cuisine with a strong Mediterranean flavour borrowed from Neapolitan tradition. An undeniable strong point is the quality of the ingredients, which are seasonal, mostly organic and often Slow Food Presidia. Large wine cellar, splendid dehors with a view.

Da Gabrisa – v.le Pasitea, 223 – 089 811498 – dagabrisa.it

La Serra at Hotel Le Agavi

Restaurant. On the hotel's last terrace, the eleventh, is the Serra dining room, with an enchanting view. Chef Luigi Tramontano develops dishes with a Mediterranean flair, but contaminated with other cultures, resulting in sunny and intense flavours that are gourmet-proof.

La Serra dell'Hotel Le Agavi – via G. Marconi, 127 – 089 875733 – leagavi.it

Ravello

Il Flauto di Pan dell'Hotel Villa Cimbrone

Restaurant. The jewel in the crown of this luxury hotel's restaurant offerings in an enviable panoramic position, Il Flauto di Pan satisfies all the senses, starting with the view from the dehors. In line with the cuisine, between sea and land, "signed" by the young chef Lorenzo Montoro.

Il Flauto di Pan dell'Hotel Villa Cimbrone – via Santa Chiara, 26 – 089 857459 – hotelvillacimbrone.com

Rossellinis a Palazzo Avino

Restaurant. A table on the terrace with a spectacular sea view is in itself worth the visit. Added to this are an elegant setting, professional service, an internationally renowned wine list and high-profile cuisine. And for Summer 2023 a pop-up by the Maison Valentino, which dresses the Clubhouse by the Sea in red.

Rossellinis a Palazzo Avino – via San Giovanni del Toro, 28 – 089 818181 – palazzoavino.com

Vietri sul Mare

Evù

Trattoria. Dining in the alleyways of the old town, in summer, lets you breathe in all the magic and scents of the coast, which are also present in the dishes and in the quality ingredients (mostly local) that form the basis. Don't miss the Evù appetiser, six samples proposed according to catch and seasonality. The wine cellar is also good.

Evù – via D. Taiani, 1 – 089 210237 – Facebook

Pascalò

Trattoria. Pasquale Vitale is the chef and owner of this restaurant, which for years has been the right address for fans of the gastronomic traditions of the Amalfi Coast. Dishes of flavour and substance parade on the table, from the parmigiana di alici to the pezzogna all'acquapazza to the typical delizia al limone. Fine drinking options. Outdoor tables.

Pascalò – via G. Pellegrino, 154 – 089 763062 – ristorantepascalo.com

Volta del Fuenti by Michele De Blasio

Restaurant. Luxury without ostentation, gardens and terraces, a beach club in a marvellous cove, a refined lounge bar, fine dining. This is the project realised by siblings Alessandra and Pierluigi De Flammineis and entrusted to chef Michele de Blasio, who takes care of the fine dining Volta and the other dining areas. The experience is worth it, remember to book.

Volta del Fuenti by Michele De Blasio – s.s. 163 Amalfitana km 47,300 – 089 210653 – giardinidelfuenti.com

by Clara Barra and Valentina Marino