Amazing food & service. Our favorite pizza from our trip to Levanto. They really went out of their…read moreway to go above & beyond. Could not recommend more. Unfortunately I didn't get any pics of pizza or caprese salad but both were amazing

I had been eyeing a couple different pizzas on their menu but finally settled on a calzone. I loved…read morethe amount of options and unique combinations that you could get. I thought my calzone was delicious, and my friends enjoyed their pizzas as well. The ones that got a "first place" pizza said it was really good, but they still found it a little surprising that the pizza was award-winning. I'm taking off a star because my friend that is gluten free did not really like their gluten free dough. She said that most other places have far better gluten free crust.

Focacceria IlFrantoio is kind of hiding: tucked in a narrow alley off the main drag, but you'll…read moresmell that fresh-baked focaccia the moment you walk nearby. Even if you don't see the sign, follow your nose. Inside the little place, there are only a handful of tables, so most people grab a slice and go. They do those classic Ligurian-style focacce: some round like pizzas (but no sauce) and some square or rectangular slabs. The difference is more than shape, focaccia isn't pizza. It uses dough with more leavening, so it stays thicker, softer, and airier than typical pizza crust, and it gets dimpled and drenched in olive oil before baking. Because of that, the focaccia from Il Frantoio feels pillowy inside but still crispy at the edges -- perfect base for whatever topping they throw on. Go for a classic plain‑olive-oil slice if you want something simple and salty. Or, if you're up for a punchier flavor, try their anchovy version: salty, briny, and made for a beach‑town afternoon. Honestly, it's the perfect snack to grab before hiking to Vernazza -- light, filling, and full of energy for the climb. Bottom line: Focacceria IlFrantoio isn't fancy. It's small, kind of hidden, and not Instagram-flashy. But if you want a genuinely good bite of Ligurian comfort food, warm focaccia, salty anchovies or olive-oil-rich crust, handheld and cheap, this spot hits exactly right.

The focaccia and pizzas were both delicious. The staff was incredibly friendly and shared a special…read morecheese bread with us. The prices were great, and I would stop by every day if I could. There was only indoor seating, but there was plenty of it.

Ricordi is an amazing cafe to go to during the day to enjoy a nice pastry/coffee. The atmosphere is…read morecozy and chill, perfect for when I need to catch up on homework. Ricordi in the evening is also amazing! I came here for dinner with friends and amazing service and the best rigatoni bolognese.

The kind of place you leave feeling better about yourself - great food and awesome friendly…read moreservice. The owner also filled our water bottle, and with a smile. The pizza pesto, pizza marinara, and vegetarian focaccia were all yummy! NOTE: it's called Da Paulino "best food".

Small spot with quality focaccia to take away it eat at one of the few tables inside or out…read more Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 3 Cost to worth it rating: 4 Eve award: One of the best things I ate in Levanto. Return worthiness: yes! Highlights: - Focaccia: well seasoned and not dry - Caprese: fresh mozzarella and bright red tomatoes. 5 stars - Prosciutto: the right level of salty soft Italian ham topped with arugula, shaved parmesan, and a drizzle of balsamic. 5 stars - Multiple cheeses: not sure what the combo was, but it was delightfully tasty. 4.5 stars - Salami: large slices and light on cheese: 4 stars - When you take out they stack it on flat with paper in between Lowlights: - Listed menu on the glass but not by the actual slices so you have to guess Loved taking these focaccias to the beach and would love to go back and have some more.

Very nice little place, close to the beach. Have German beer and great food, looks like to be one…read moreof the few that are open during lunchtime Very friendly staff, speaks English and setup very clean Is our last day but we will for sure come back next time

Our first night in Moneglia, we stumbled up on this place. The pizza was fantastic and the service,…read moreand family feeling of the place was so welcoming. I absolutely adored the handwritten menus. The beer was from a loca brewer. I recommend booking a table as it was full even in low tourist season.

After a few days in Moneglia, I asked one of the locals were I could get the best pizza in town,…read moreand without any doubts, he recommended Ciocco. Walking in the narrow streets of Moneglia, you will find this place easily, around dinner time there will be a line outside of hungry people waiting for a table. This place is definitely worth the wait. (We were able to get a drink next door while we waited for our table) The menu consist of the regular pizzas and some more interesting ones. If you are in Moneglia and it's dinner time, this is an informal and nice place to eat delicious pizza!

Visited in July for takeout dinner and it was pretty good pizza. The Pizza Levantese was my…read morefavorite. Also got the Pizza Al Salame, this was good but the Levantese was better as it had pesto. We visited around 8 pm at night and there was about a 15 minute wait for the pizza to be made. I wish they did have slices or focaccia at this time but they were out, unfortunately. Still recommend as the pizza was good and not too expensive.

We ate here a couple times during our recent stay in Levanto, getting takeout once and also…read moreenjoying their outdoor tables. Both the focaccia and the pizza were delicious. We especially enjoyed the Pizza Levantese. The staff were very helpful as we tried to decide on our orders. It's very casual. The restaurant was always busy but they filled their orders fairly quickly.

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.

This was our first meal in Italy. We had frutti de mare insalada (seafood was sooo fresh), a…read moredelicious Margarita pizza and a vegetarian focaccia. The best part was the employees. We speak no Italian and they spoke no English but we communicated via Google translate. They called a taxi for me and sold me a bottle of wine to bring to my Airbnb. Great experience.

Pizza was delicious. Pasta was great. Seafood was fantastic. Dessert was brilliant…read more that was my little daughter we had pizza for 3 kids and they loved it. the grownups had clams and mussels w spaghetti and ravioli as well as prawns. dessert was lemon sorbet, tiramisu, tartuffo. wonderful dinner to celebrate our holiday in levanto!!

5 stars purely for the pesto pizza. One of the best pizzas I have EVER had. The pesto was so fresh…read moreand mildly creamy at the same time. The cheese was so fresh and the base was super thin and the crust was super soft. Service was quick, but they only have 10-12 tables outside. We ate on the earlier side, but by the time we left there was a line of around 15-20 people. Seating is on the street, so the classic Italy vibe!

We had a nice experience at La Marina - it was fairly casual and prices were good for the area. Two…read moreteen boys with us who said this has been their favorite pizza margherita thus far. Food came pretty quickly. Nothing too fancy. If you're not super hungry you can definitely share but my boys ate their whole pizza - thin crust.