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    Zeffirino

    4.2 (33 reviews)
    PriceyItalian, Seafood
    Closed 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    ZEFFIRINO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Intimate
    Quiet
    Good for groups

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    Grace C.

    This place is delightful and delicious. We sat outside as we did not have reservations but the staff luckily was very kind and accommodating. The pesto is delicious you cannot go wrong with the pesto ravioli or lasagna which is just the noodle size. The black spaghetti vongole was also delightful. The place is very intimate and romantic, perfect for a date but also welcoming for a nice size party. A mist visit!

    Not fresh! Terrible entree!
    Sean W.

    Service was over the top pushy, very pushy. When we didn't choose the $80. wine suddenly the staff treated us differently. It was a Friday night and after our underwhelming meal we understood why the restaurant was never full, only 7 tables ate while we were there. Such a tourist trap, I would not recommend! The seafood dish was so bad, rubbery fish. The piece of meat was so tough, nothing was edible The veal okay, too much thick panko type batter and it wasn't hot when served. Never offered a complimentary aperitif after dinner like every other restaurant in Italy. Food may have been years ago, it's not anymore. Do yourself a favor and skip this restaurant!

    Simon T.

    One of the most memorable lunches we've had. Nothing was too much trouble. My wife asked about 2 different vegetarian dishes she was contemplating and the waiter kindly offered to make half & half so she could experience both! That is not something that happens typically. Beautiful decor and the owner Marco and his family run an incredible operation and worth a visit next time you are in Genova

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    Benjamin B.

    A very, very classy restaurant, not in the middle of the city but you can reach it easily. They accept if you walk in just wearing shorts, shirt and sandals but be aware that the other guest might give you strange looks :) Starting with the service, as the previous reviews say, the service is good, even if they take their time when the restaurant is crowded. After we entered they offered us a welcome drink and a started as "Greetings from the kitchen" which already was delicious. Okay, one have to admit it is quite pricey. We spent ~200€ for a 4 person dinner, but keeping in mind what we ate and drunk, not to mention the quality of the food and that it was realy amazing, I think the price is okay. Not cheap at all but not too expensive, meaning the food/service value is okay. Btw. You can have a bottle of wine for round about 800€, just saying ..

    Dessert sampler a MUST!!!
    Joe T.

    Wow, what can I say. The food, atmosphere and the service was all outstanding. The server even helped to customize our pasta dishes so we could try smaller portions of more items.

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    11 months ago

    Great food, service and vibe. Genova gem. Wonderful pasta and pesto. Big on squid. Try the puff pastry with Chantilly cream

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    2 years ago

    Absolutely amazing food, wine, wait staff and service was top notch. It is pricey but worth every cent!!

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    4 years ago

    Simply amazing. Wonderful food. Terrific owner. Nice space. Treat yourself when in Genova. Zeffirino.

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    8 years ago

    Excellent food, service and desserts!! The staff was absolutely fantastic. Best restaurant in Genoa.

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    11 years ago

    Excellent service, food is very good, but quite pricey. Dining room is larger than most in Genoa's city center.

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    I recommend Zefferino's to anyone passing through Genoa or staying in Milan.

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