2 Best Restaurants in Amalfi Coast, Italy

Acqua Pazza

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Locals along this part of the coast rave about this tiny restaurant a short stroll up from the harbor. The environment is modest—a spare interior with a few tables—but the seafood served is remarkably fresh.

Via Garibaldi 38, Cetara, Campania, 84010, Italy
089-261606
Known For
  • linguine alla colatura di alici
  • catch of the day cooked all'acqua pazza
  • seasonal seafood menu
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. mid-Oct.--mid-Apr.

Al Convento

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Occupying part of a former convent, this restaurant opened in the 1960s receives glowing reviews for its varied and tasty preparations involving anchovies. For the adventurous there are dishes such as spaghetti con colatura (with a modern version of garum); less adventurous types can try one of the excellent pizzas made in a wood-fired oven. Book a terrace table or take a pew under the soaring arches and faded frescoes.

Piazza San Francesco 16, Cetara, Campania, 80010, Italy
089-261039
Known For
  • low-key yet ethereal ambience
  • adventurous misto di colatura dish
  • veggie, Fiorentina steak and pizza options
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed. Oct.–Apr.