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    Al Carugio

    3.9 (22 reviews)
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    Walnut ravioli
    Sakthi S.

    I was struggling a lot to figure out how to rate this place... because my standards for Italian food has increased significantly in italy (obviously, haha!) it was one of a few restaurants open at 10pm which is a huge plus. They were still taking people in and had a small crowd eating. The wait staff was super nice and answered all our questions (especially about what they recommended for vegetarians). The waiter recommended a walnut ravioli dish, which on paper, I was super excited about. When I got the dish, the sauce was overwhelmed by just the walnut taste. But after some generous shakes of parmesan, it was yummy. That being said, it wasn't the best meal we had in Cinque Terre. It was good for normal standards, but given what great food we've had in the cities, I couldn't give this place a 5! My fiancé had the seafood ravioli and thought it was only okay as well.

    Neleh H.

    Cozy lunch stop with fabulous Insalata mar & cheap delightful house wine jugs. Servers are efficient, WC was clean, a nice break from ocean & walking. Pesto pasta was good although I usually prefer a tad more Al dente & garlic. Table next to us had incredible looking pan a cotta- would love to try next time.

    Spaghetti Al mare

    We stopped in here for lunch, and had a delightful meal. Waitresses were somewhat friendly but definitely helpful. We had the spaghetti Al mare, which came with clams, mussels, shrimp, and a scampi. Delicious garlic and olive oil flavor but pieces of clam shells were everywhere, had to really take care not to eat them. Despite this, it was really good. Also had the fish of the day, the dorado - a bony white fish of medium size. It was char-grilled and the server offered to filet it for us. We took the offer and she expertly separated the meat from the bones. There were still tiny bones left to do but that's Mediterranean fish. Great flavor. Caprese salad was very good. Came with pesto instead of basil leaves. Fries on the side were a hit as well. A local draft beer was had and enjoyed also, it is confirmed.

    Lasagna Bolognese
    Mrs. K.

    Very fresh and very delicious food served by the owner either inside or outside. Very traditional. Loved it!

    Nancy R.

    It was our first night in Monterosso and a few restaurants were full when we stumbled upon this gem! It truly satiated every desire we had- hunger, flavor, seafood freshness and pasta! It is more casual and more of a local's place: the menu was fully in Italian! My husband had the pesto gnocchi and I had ravioli pesce. Truly memorable and very tasty! It was a dish I felt I couldn't of had anywhere else on earth! It was a very busy Saturday and service was fine considering how busy it was. It was so nice to sit near the owners family who was dining- so authentic!

    Song H.

    Dropped in for a quick bite, had a full lunch! Seafood appetizer was very fresh. Two side salads and the seafood spaghetti. It was all very tasty and unlike some reviews posted, our service was great. There was a huge group coming in later who had booked all the interior seating so we sat outside in the tight and narrow walkway. It was charming.

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    Zak M.

    Charming setting with traditional Ligurian cuisine. Fresh seafood and the warm Lemon Tart with pine nuts and whipped cream was delicious.

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    Excellent food, service, setting and value. Isabella was a treat. Octopus with mashed potatoes and tiramisu were standouts.

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    Emy’s Way - Delicious bruschetta with pesto and flavorful tomatoes

    Emy’s Way

    4.8(12 reviews)
    0.1 km

    The food was the best I've had so far in northern Italy. Everything is made to order with local…read moreingredients. Emy the owner makes the experience unforgettable. There are only a few tables but well worth the wait!

    Emy's Way is the best pizza I've ever had. It's a must-go if you're in Monterosso! My wife and I…read morestopped by for dinner and she ordered the Tricolore, while I ordered the Nicola--both were fantastic. The Tricolore in particular was phenomenal. It was a more unique pizza on a special focaccia crust with burrata, tomatoes, basil, and olive oil. The burrata melted in our mouths and the crust was a perfect balance between crunchy and chewy. Emy was our server and he explained that he created an original blend of three different kinds of flour to create the dough for the Tricolore crust--we loved that personal touch, and it really came through in how delicious the pizza was! Speaking of Emy, he was such a delight to have as our server. He asked us if we wanted anything to drink as soon as we were situated at our table, and when I asked about one of the beers they have on tap, he explained the backstories and flavor profiles of all of their beers, and even brought me a sample of the one I thought I wanted to try to make sure I liked it before I ordered it. Throughout the dinner, he told us stories about Monterosso, how he runs his restaurant, and the lore behind his different (and original!) pizza combinations and recipes. It's so clear that he is passionate about his food and his business, and it absolutely makes a difference in how enjoyable and delicious our dinner was. At the end of our evening, a couple came in with their dog, and Emy even brought the dog a small dish with some water to drink. Such a thoughtful move! My wife and I were thoroughly impressed. Plus, Emy gets bonus points for being open for dinner on a weeknight during the tourist offseason (we visited in early March)--my wife and I stayed near the "new town" portion of Monterosso, where not a single shop or restaurant seemed to be open past 4pm, but Emy's Way welcomed us in! This has been my first-ever trip to Italy, and Emy's Way provided the exact dining experience I was hoping to have--small business, charismatic owner, cute setting, and absolutely phenomenal food. It was perfection. I cannot wait to return to Monterosso and come to Emy's Way again--next time, I may have to be a daily customer.

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    Trattoria da Oscar - Mussels

    Trattoria da Oscar

    4.3(18 reviews)
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    Excellent Choice For Dinner…read more.. My wife and I arrived in Monterosso al Mare for the first week of our vacation around Cinque Terre. Where to eat? Our hotel - Villa Steno.....a wonderful place - plotted several recommendations on a map. The first place we tried was Oscar. Our impressions were as follows: Pros: - Most of the seating was on the patio out front which was delightful - We shared the Seafood Salad and Pasta with Seafood. Both were great! The second dish was among the best I've ever tried. - Dark bread accompanying dinner was amazing - A bottle of local Sauvignon Blanc went perfectly with the meal - It seemed the owner or one of the owners served all the customers. She was friendly, efficient and how she did it I'll never know. - Prices were very reasonable for everything we ordered Cons: - Only one: Oscar, like most restaurants in town, opened at 7 PM which was a bit late for us Americans. Both my wife and I heartily suggest trying Oscar.

    It's good clean food for a fair price don't get me wrong. But this as the same menu and same…read moretasting food as like 75% of restaurants on cinque terre. Pesto pasta, seafood pasta, calamari, mussels... pretty much the only thing a great handful of restaurants around here serve (usually pizza too) Overall it's fine it just won't be a memorable meal. Service is mediocre.

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    Trattoria da Oscar - Spaghetti, olive oil, a little white wine, butter, parsley, and clams. Simple and delicious!

    Spaghetti, olive oil, a little white wine, butter, parsley, and clams. Simple and delicious!

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