This place is so cute and quaint. Stopped in for some Gelato. Grest service and the Gelato was…read moredelicious. I also got some fresh authentic cookies for my mom which she loved. They offer both indoor and patio seating and other food options. I truly enjoyed the Gelato on a warm day in Italy it just hit the spot.

It was great to stop by here for our morning caffeine after finishing the Via dell'Amore hike…read more We had the cappuccino at the bar and it satisfied our caffeine needs.

Amazing views, wonderful dessert and one of the very few places in town that makes steak in Cinque…read moreTerre! The desserts are to die for! The cheesecake... wow wow wow! The walk although all uphill is quite easy to do and takes only 7 mins and the views walking up makes it totally worth it. One of the better restaurants in Varnezzq and surprisingly cost is very similar places without view.

The atmosphere (namely the view) gets 10 stars. You have one of the best views of the sunset,…read morewater, and sunset in Riomaggiore. Note, from town ground level, it is a climb - 225 steps to the restaurant. The food was great, we had the spaghetti alla mari and lasagna al ragu, plus a limoncello and a local sweet wine, Sciacchetrà, which reminded us of a port but less sweet. The service was fantastic - our waitress was friendly and checked in with us occasionally which was perfect. We didn't have reservations but they kindly sat us at a table with an amazing view.

A good stop for a quick bite to eat in a less congested area of Monterosso - had the trofie al…read morepesto and bruschetta. Reasonably priced for the area.

This little breakfast cafe was a welcome find. We had the full breakfast with coffee latte,…read morescrambled eggs, ham, cheese, toast and they also brought muffins and croissants out (we choose the outdoor seating with quaint city views). Oh, and fresh squeezed orange juice. A bit hard to find, unless you see the sign in the plaza leading up a cute little street and about 50' in. It was a great way to start a beautiful day in a fabulous place.

The food...unparalleled, the service excellent and the View...gorgeous!…read moreWe had the pasta with pumpkin, the anchovie pasta, crème brûlée and tiramisu. Steven was our waiter and his infectious laugh, quick service and overall upbeat attitude made the evening all that much sweeter! We are here TWICE!

Well.... The waiter when asked if there was seating…read moreavailable said "yes there is but I will not seat you". Ok.... I believe he thought we interrupted his conversation with his friends however we waited a good 5 minutes before asking the question thinking maybe he didn't see us standing there. Anyway, it went down hill from there as we took a picture of the entryway to remember the name as we thought we might review this incident later. The waiter then started yelling at us that it was illegal to take pictures... Wow... super good service and a boxing match threat... Ok so we went next door and ordered... The wait staff at the restaurant we settled on said "dont worry about that waiter next door he gets in arguments all the time with people." And so he did... as he approached us again with the woman manager saying stuff about illegal photography... once again way to aggressive and way to unprofessional.. Actually 1 STAR is to high.... I would recommend you avoid this one...

Awesome spot. Stopped here after a day of sun and hiking…read more My partner and I where hungry not during "usual" dinner time, so before 7. We had a awesome meal here. Everything was well seasoned and our server was really sweet. We shared a pesto pasta dish and beef carpaccio.

Great customer service! Waitress's very friendly unlike other restaurants in Cinque Terre…read more Food was very good and creative. If your tired of traditional cuisine this is the place for you. Enjoyed the octopus with potatoes and the spaghetti which was very simple a delicious. Also tried the salmon tartar and swordfish that was seared on one side. I would go with the salmon burger which I saw someone else order over the tarter . The burger looked great. The coconut flan was also very tasty. Really Enjoyed the Vino Rossi from Montalcino (only $20E) Overall a very nice restaurant with cool atmosphere and great food. Highly recommend .

Started out this morning with a "short" 2.2 mile hike from Vernazza to Monterossa on the "Blue…read moreTrail" along the rugged coast. The vertical gain is over 400 ft, stunning views and best suited for mountain goats. A definite MUST DO early in the morning and a great way to start the day. We arrived in Monterossa, tired, hungry, stinky and yet proud we had seen the breath taking views of the coast. We were meandering through town when a torrential downpour hit the streets. We quickly dove into the closest restaurant to escape the rain, dry off and get lunch. We had landed at Fast Bar. No research, no planning, just the first open restaurant with indoor seating! Fast Bar is an eclectic Germanish, bikers style bar with loud music and simple sandwiches and soups. Little did we know the sandwich combo hit the spot with great tastes and a safe refuge. It was a perfect spot to shelter from the rain. We ordered a fabulous Caesar salad that was nicely dressed and the Incubus sandwich on flatbread. The sandwich had ham, olive spread and mozzarella. The dishes were not fancy, but perfect for the situation. Fast Bar in Monterossa is simple, great value and has sandwiches with very good taste. It has a German punk biker bar feel, but it works and the staff is hustling to provide friendly and warm service with a smile. They are well worth the try.

This little dive makes a yummy sandwich. We popped in for a snack and to avoid the rain. We had two…read more#19s and some drinks. The sandwiches were delicious with perfectly cooked bread. Service was slow but we weren't in a rush and they were packed. There was a one stall bathroom that got a lot of use, so we staggered our turns based on the line. Music was fun. Sports were on tv. Sandwich names were funny. I'd recommend this place for sure.

Must do when visiting Cinque Terre!!! We booked this pesto making class online after seeing it on…read moreinstagram. And plus, this region of Italy is known for their pesto so why not make some of our own and create memories. The class is about 2 hours long and comes with all the ingredients to make the pesto. lunch and drinks were also included. Our instructor, who's also the owner taught us some great techniques so we can also make the best pesto at home. Just simple fresh ingredients and a good time. There was also a contest for whoever makes the best pesto. Whoever makes the best, wins a prize !!! We also got entered in to a dance competition. And guess who won? Yours truly. This was truly a one of a kind experience. We had so much fun learning, eating, drinking, and shaking our tail feathers all while having the best view of Manarola. This is the class you don't want to miss! Book yours today!!!!

Nessun Dorma is definitely worth going to for a fun time and that iconic Manarola view -- just not…read morenecessarily for the food itself. We decided to do their famous pesto-making class, and honestly, this ended up being such a fun, enjoyable, and entertaining experience. The owner, who leads the class, was so approachable and eloquent, and I really loved that it wasn't just about making pesto. He actually took the time to explain the ingredients, the tradition, and the proper way to make it, so the whole thing felt surprisingly educational while still being very relaxed and fun. Music was great, lots of energy, beautiful views, and just a really happy, social vibe, that was the atmosphere. You're basically making pesto while overlooking one of the most picturesque views in Cinque Terre, so it's hard not to have a good time. At the end, you get to enjoy the pesto you made completely from scratch with a really good-size charcuterie board with fruits, cheeses, cold cuts, bread... Would I come here expecting a Michelin-worthy meal? No. But would I recommend it for the experience, the view, the ambience, and a fun afternoon in Manarola? Absolutely. Sometimes it's not just about teh food-- and Nessun Dorma is definitely one of those places.

I stopped here with my father for some drinks and a pizza in the city center of Spezia! Everything…read morewas delicious and the servers were very patient and kind - they didn't rush us at all. They took most major credit cards, but not Amex. This is a nice spot if you want to relax on a patio while taking in the square!

Stopped at this Italian restaurant while roaming the streets of La Spezia to try some authentic…read morepizza and lasagna. The prices were very reasonable when comparing to others in the area. Lasagna for $9 euros, you can't go wrong. I thoroughly enjoyed the lasagna and the pizza with prosciutto and tomatoes. Delicious! The service was not memorable or even average...but the food and the price made up for that. I love the idea of outdoor dining so it was wonderful to enjoy a slice of pizza while watching people walk by.