Great vibe! Service was pleasant. Food tasty. Easy to walk off when site seeing. Found this…read morerestaurant on Yelp

Best gluten free pizza of my life. Service good, ambiance good, very nice people. Right by the…read morebeach.

I had been hoping for the past year to go to Italy as my first international destination, and plans…read morefell through to spend a week in Italy. However, spending two days in Nice with a good friend opened up the possibility to go to the very northwestern edge of Italy and fulfill this dream after all, even if only for about three hours. At this tiny little café off the coast in Ventimiglia, I tasted some of the best pizza I will ever eat, and the best eggplant parmigiana I am likely to ever eat. One always says to judge a pizzeria by its margherita pizza, and while you're in Italy might as well up the ante with mozzarella di bufala instead of regular mozzarella. It took 20-25 minutes to come out but was clearly homemade with care from scratch, and the topping of fresh Mutti tomatoes gives the pizza an uncommonly fresh taste not replicable back in the States. I ate the entire giant pizza without batting an eye, and that was after an absolutely scrumptious portion of eggplant parmigiana for an appetizer which was beautifully melt-in-the-mouth tender, not in the least greasy, gooey or cheesy, and topped with impeccably fresh grilled squid that had just enough char marks to permeate the meat. Spain, Greece, South Korea and Japan will have to work hard to compete with that. The service may seem slow but it is because they are taking their carefully considered time to produce the highest quality food possible, at relatively low prices as well. French is spoken as a matter of course in Ventimiglia so I had no problems ordering, and some English also appears to be spoken. The setting is simply as breathtaking as the food and I would stop here again if I came back to this area of Italy, without any question.

Great restaurant less than a mile from the Ventimilgia train station! Fantastic dessert selections!…read morePizza is a thicker crust than most Italian restaurants. Outdoor seating facing the Med sea! Will definitely visit again!

We felt like absolute queens! My sister and I were on a dreamy trip through Nice, France, and…read moredecided on a spontaneous adventure--hopping on a train to Italy in search of the perfect plate of pasta. Once we got off the train, we realized it was quite a long walk to the restaurant, but the journey was completely worth it. The stroll through the scenic streets only built up our anticipation. As a true pasta enthusiast, I've tried my fair share of dishes, but this one easily tops the list--it was hands down the best pasta I've ever had. The noodles were incredibly fresh, the flavors rich and balanced, and every bite felt like pure comfort. What made the experience even more memorable was our waitress. She was the kindest woman--warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive. Her sweetness and thoughtful service turned an already amazing meal into something unforgettable. The drinks were perfectly refreshing, the ambiance was cozy yet vibrant, and the food... truly to die for. If I lived in Italy I would be here every single week no question!

I read a review that said this place was life changing... they did not lie! The whole experience…read morewas top notch! Pasta e Basta is near the marina so the view is perfect. We opted to sit inside but the outside patio is perfect for a meal. We started with the shrimp with mushrooms and corgette. The shrimp were tasty with a natural sweetness to them. A great start to the meal. Plus the drinks... super tasty and refreshing. Our waitress was more than amazing! She made suggestions that were spot on and explained everything so well. You get to choose your pasta and the sauce. With her recommendation, I got the ravioli with truffle cream. The ravioli was perfectly al dente and the truffle sauce was a great addition. No regrets! My sisters meal was delicious as well. So simple but so good! We were truly stuffed but had to get dessert. This was the best tiramisu I have ever had. Super light and fluffy, you felt like you were eating air. We also got the poached pear. I literally wanted to drink the juice from the melted ice cream and sauce form the pear. We also had an amazing local-ish wine. What a great experience! I can't recommend this place enough.

Great food, great service. We had a good time and I would go back for sure. The fish was excellent…read moreand the pasta is very tasty too.

We have eaten here several times over the past 3 years. We always look forward to the food. The…read morerestaurant is a well oiled machine with lots of workers running around. Unfortunately I noticed a lot of people slip through the cracks. A British couple next to us was almost completely ignored while an Italian family on the other side was lavished with attention. I always order the lobster linguine. But this time the lobster was inedible! Very disappointing! Nobody asks how is your meal while you're eating! We will return but hope for a better experience!

I feel bad that it took me more than two years to write this review. I was just looking at pictures…read moreand remembering how amazing this quaint little Italian place was. I was staying in Menton, France and it was just a short drive over to Italy. This cute little restaurant caught my eye and I had to go in for dinner. I had a pizza made with super fresh ingredients and a pitcher of house Vino rosso. So delicious, inexpensive and laid-back. Take me back to Italy now please!

Really worth coming. Friendly staff, great food and very reasonable prices. Real quality Italian…read morefood..

Doesn't look like much when you walk past it. It was amazing and very affordable. The ravioli's…read morewere out of this world. This place is definitely off the beaten path. If you would like a more traditional Italian experience come here, food and service are amazing!

Located in a small Italian Riviera town of Ventimiglia, Consani Ostaria is the top destination of…read morehungry locals and tourists from neighboring Montecarlo, Monaco, Genoa, and even Nice, France. It is away from the tourist trap areas and hidden in a small alley by the local theater. The restaurant is rather small and featuring one family style bench and 3 small tables. The walls are lined up with boxes and crates of Italian wine. The food choices are small, homemade, and very delicious! The price is well under the usual local's fare. Every thing is €10 or under!! Their specialities are the rabbit, broccoli soup, pasta con pancetta and believe it or not -- chicken finger and fries. We ordered the first three mentioned as recommended and we're not disappointed! The rabbit is tender, the side bake potato is very tasty. Prepare to fight and disown your loved one over the broccoli soup and the fried cheese. And finally the pasta, mixed lightly with Parmesan and pancetta bits deserves two thumbs up!! All these with a bottle of mineral water comes out to €25! This is among the best meals we ate in the Riviera and the lowest price!

Delicious food, variety of choices, pleasant staff, reasonable prices. We shared an eggplant…read moreparmigiano and caesar salad with fried chicken balls. Excellent!

Extremely disappointing experience. The pesto tasted strongly of dish soap--indicating poor kitchen…read morerinsing or chemical contamination--and when we brought it to the waiter's attention, he was completely dismissive and refused to take any action. Instead of taking accountability for a clearly contaminated dish, management and staff blamed the customer. Given the lack of basic food safety and appalling customer service, I would not recommend dining here.

I don't use the term meal of a lifetime lightly…read more Our tour guide recommended this place. He is now my hero. I can't describe it without using the term perfect for everything. But let me put it this way. My son who is notoriously picky and has been a pain in the butt about food the whole trip went absolutely crazy for everything he ate here. He loved it to the point of giddiness. And mom and dad are calling this the meal of a lifetime. I mean I don't know for sure if there's better pizza in Italy. Maybe there is. If there is, take me to it. Because at this moment this is the best pizza I've put in my mouth. My wife swooned over the gnocchi in rosesse sauce and my son was in heaven over his ravioli. I tried both and the flavors are simply perfect. I may spend the rest of my life trying to top this meal. Or maybe I shouldn't and just accept that I found paradise for a foodie. And the view of the bridge and village was just perfect. Thank you to this place for giving me a memory I will treasure.

Perfect location with fantastic food and service. The view is absolutely amazing and the people…read morehere are beyond friendly. I'm American and when I visit these places it makes me sad to think how my country treats one another. What a blessing to spend time at a place where there is no political crap and just friendly conversation about life. Cheers Il Borgo and Italy.