This place was amazing!!! We were staying in Monterosso for our honeymoon and this was one of our…read morefavorite dinners! I had the liguine with anchovies and my husband had the rack of lamb. Both were delicious! We also had an incredible view unlike any we had ever had at a restaurant! Our server Jonas was also so kind and attentive! We would recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting monterosso!

I didn't actually look at the reviews before deciding to eat here. I honestly wanted to eat at the…read morerestaurant on the point that looked like a castle. I looked up directions to get there and we headed there for lunch. Getting seated wasn't an issue and we chose a table on the town side with views of the beach and harbor. I think there are seats on the ocean side but I didn't make it over there. The host and servers were friendly enough and nice to us but I could see how they could be cold to some self absorbed tourists. Do better and learn some Italian... As with the other comments the menu has some interesting wording about ordering an appetizer and a 90 euro limit. We did not order an appetizer but did get a couple of drinks each and a pasta dish each. The muscle gnocchi and pesto pasta. Both were good but I would not put them at the top of my food list while visiting Cinque Terre... We were not forced to order the starter and I did not see the bread charge on our bill, I also cant comment on the 90 euro min as we were just over that. Overall the seating and view was awesome, that was worth the visit for me alone. You can find better food in town.

Sign in front of the door said "fresh homemade pasta." My friend ordered the pasta for 20 euros. I…read moresaw 2 boxes of Barilla pasta behind the counter and asked if this is what they would be serving us - they told us that this was just for emergencies. What came was pasta that looked like boxed pasta. Had the consistency and flavor of boxed pasta as well. When we asked the waiter, he was adamant that the pasta was fresh and even brought us 2 separate bowls to show us what their pasta looked like vs barilla.... they totally did not serve us the fresh pasta! It would have been better if they just admitted it.

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 .

This was the best restaurant I ate at on this trip to Italy that included time in Rome, Florence,…read moreTuscany, and the Cinque Terre. Friendly, beautiful cafe near the sea with freshly caught fish, pesto, vegetables, and wine. What more can I ask for? Recommended wholeheartedly.

We stayed at La Spezia Hotel and were recommended to stop by for an early dinner and were seated at…read morethe patio facing the water. Drinks were excellent - KM zero and Mule Delightful. View was gorgeous, servers were helpful, food was amazing! Grilled octopus had crunchy suckers, perfectly seared on a local green veggie like spinach but tastier along with mashed potatoes. Wow, the pesto pasta was the best we have had, just so light and refreshing. Grilled anberjack great portion and the best prepared grilled artichoke I have had they put something crunchy on it. Dessert was local spooner cake and we tried the local but priciest dessert wine, which was a little sweet to us. Highly recommended and great value given the location by the water!

Excellent beach bar on the beach. Away from the tourists - you get to see how the locals celebrate…read morethe beach. Great wine and beer list. Waiter was awesome !

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

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.

We didn't know what to expect since the address led us to a quiet street with no one in sight…read more After pushing the right button on the sign, the door creaked open. The rest of the night goes down in history as one of the best adventures ever. Specialty cocktails by the owner/ bartender better than mixologists we've tried in Manhattan. The menus are beautifully designed and the atmosphere gets better and better as the night grows later. Thank you for the hospitality and memories. We hope we can make a return trip someday.

Don't waste your time or money here. Bruno (the staff/owner) was rude and unfriendly.read more

A Great find with an amazing bartender that has been the topic of multiple conversations about…read moremaking it a point to return! Great Bar with a Great Vibe!

Great service and food was amazing!! Would definitely recommend…read more Staff also spoke good English

Don't go here if you are LGBTQ or care at all about human rights. This place discriminates…read more Perfect example was tonight when we (polite, well dressed couple of guys) were told that the bar was closing at 10pm even though it's open until 3am. One look up and down at us, a snickered whisper from the owner to the doorman, and we were turned away. This dump barely had any patrons inside, and yet they turned us away without any explanation, only a lie. Don't go!

This is a great location, but you can't just go for a quick bite while you enjoy the view. I…read moreordered a cornetti and capuccino; my son attempted to just order a slice of focaccia. The waitress pointed out a notice *at the very back of the menu* (in other words, you have no notice when you arrive at the cafe and ask for a table) that says: "Drinking at the table is mandatory for each seat." It's not the end of the world, and maybe the proprietor has to have a rule like that so people don't occupy tables without buying anything. My quibble is that rules like that should be visible to customers ahead of time.

Fabulous place for a cocktail and panoramic ocean views. Our waitress was extremely friendly and…read morehospitable. Definitely enjoyed my experience more because of the owners dog :))