Our visit to Nessun Dorma for their pesto-making class ended up being the highlight of our entire…read moretrip to Cinque Terre. We came in not knowing what to expect--whether it would feel overly touristy or genuinely authentic--but it exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome, especially traveling with our young daughter. The class itself was both fun and informative. The owner took the time to explain the history and importance of each fresh ingredient, which made the experience feel meaningful rather than just a cooking demo. What really set this apart was the atmosphere. It was interactive, relaxed, and genuinely joyful--we even found ourselves dancing with our daughter by the end. Enjoying freshly made pesto and burrata while overlooking one of the most stunning views in Cinque Terre made it unforgettable. A special thank you to Michael, who went above and beyond--answering all our questions and sharing great local recommendations, especially for swimming spots. If you're visiting Manarola, this is an absolute must-do experience.

We visited about two months ago and I'm just getting around to writing the review…read more Nessun Dorma is one of those places that hits you the second you walk in. The view alone is insane -- straight-up postcard-level Manarola cliffs and pastel houses glowing in the sun. And then there's the owner, whose energy could power half of Cinque Terre. He literally won this failing spot in a contest and turned it into a full-on experience. Locals may not love that he's a southerner who made it big, but honestly? He's built something incredible. The pesto class is a highlight. You learn exactly where every ingredient comes from, and you realize how tiny an amount of that super-strong garlic you actually need. And smashing basil by hand in a mortar and pestle? Way better than a blender -- you can taste the difference. After class, you're absolutely not leaving hungry. They load you up with wine and a charcuterie board that's basically a meal. And yes -- at some point, you will dance. It's just that kind of place. And the sign you pass on the way in? "Today is a good day to be happy." At Nessun Dorma, it really is.

I really like simple food and this restaurant is one of my favorite, probably one of the best of…read moreForte Dei Marmi. The service is amazing - everyone is so helpful and kind. There are great options including fish, meats, pastas, and wonderful thinly crusted pizzas (includes some gluten free options). The price-quality relationship is balanced and the location is also great, given the less chaos that is around the restaurant compared to the inside of Forte Dei Marmi.

Stopped by for a drink. During happy hour they serve complimentary cheese plates and a small pizza…read more I thought the service was great and the staff was very friendly.

Eliseo is a wonderful host at his wine bar! We came in around 6 pm off season on a comfortably cool…read morelate November evening. His shop was full of locals enjoying apertivo outside. The sangria was delicious and Eliseo gave us an awesome dinning suggestion.

Cute place for drinks! They have seating inside and out. Everyone was very nice with a large…read moreselection of options. They weren't serving food but did give us some snacks

What a beautiful place to relax and enjoy dinner on their patio. Our meals were delish and the…read moreportions were generous. While vacationing here I'd say it was yummy enough to return. Friendly staff.

Really great little wine place, amazing terrace and ambiance and some free appetizers, wonderful…read morewine, good place to rest after a long hike. Really affordable prices

This is the teeniest tiniest, blink and you'll miss it wine bar on a very rowdy square packed with…read moredrunk students (that make for excellent people watching). This place has the most amazing wine, beer, gin, whiskey and they do late night snacks until 2:30am. I wish this place was my local forever. The husband and wife who run it are passionate wine geeks. Tell him, in Italian, about your love for wine and ask him wine questions and you will get looked after. Craft beer, a list of wines from small young wine makers as well as the classic Brunello di Montecino. Love love love.

What a great find! Walking down the street, saw the sign and was curious so went further into the…read morealley where the entrance was. We opened the door and it was a cute dining set in front of us and then some stairs that led down to the restaurant. As soon as we walked down we felt we were in a different world. Restaurant looks to be within a cave with a long bookcase in the back. I love books! Bar was super pretty and they also had an area for the band that was playing some great music. They had a good selection but you do have to use google photo/translate to see the menu in English. The customer service was amazing and they tried to help anyway they could! They were also pretty quick. Food was delicious! We got a board, pasta and duck. I would go again!

awesome place hidden off a main street and located underground in a library. drink list is lengthy…read moreand apertivo was delicious. bar is small and table service was good. hidden gem for sure.

Tiny, but unassuming spot in Riomaggiore, Italy. Their cocktail menu is extensive for a place that…read moreonly has 14 seats or so. The food is very good as well.

Very cool atmosphere and delicious food!! It was our first night here and we were just wandering…read morearound when we found this place. We got the house red wine, the three of a kind bruscetta, cheese and cold cuts plate, and the anchovies plate, and everything was so tasty! We were especially surprised about the anchovies, as neither of us likes them, but we liked these so much we got more. Most notably, the owner (and bar tender, and chef) was incredibly fun to talk to! He recommended really good things and kept us company. The breakfast menu also looks great, so we'll definitely be back.

If you get a little tired of all the (amazing!) seafood on offer in Viareggio, be sure to hurry to…read morethis marvellous place. They have meat. Amazing, wonderful, tasty, moist meat. The place is like a meat-lover's Disneyland. A prosecco to welcome you, very attentive (and gorgeous!) staff, amazing red wines and too much to enjoy on a single visit. So next year, I'll be back!

This place is a hidden jewel !! They have a huge menu to choose from...and an excellent wine list…read more Don't cheat yourself of any of their starters...they are "to die for" personally I loved the " bran cats" which is prosciutto on top of melted cheese on a toasted bread...I've tried their swordfish, spaghetti bolagnese, and a steak. All of them where gr8. I ordered a glass of wine and have gotten really good wine at a very low cost. If I had to be negative about anything it would be their fries, they where to McDonalds like for my taste. Anyway if you are looking for a fairly priced Italian old fashion style restaurant with a gr8 knowledge of the local wines...this is the place !!

OMG! This place is amazing! I'm surprised it only has 3 reviews. I got the steak florentine and…read morebeef tartare. Everything else on the menu sounded great. Get some Chianti Classico with your steak and enjoy! The Chianti Classico should have a black rooster on the label by the way otherwise it's not made to standard. Ciao!

Came here for a simple dinner. Steak was Ala Carte so you need to order accompaniments. So we…read moredecided their aged burger. Requested a burger with no sauce or ketchup but it came with it. Didn't return it, just ate it without the bun. Burger was good though.