A guide to the best restaurants in Sorrento
Your tastebuds are certainly in for a treat during a visit to the magnificent town of Sorrento, famed for its mouth-watering cuisine. Dotted with lemon and olive groves, the Sorrentines produce some of the best tasting limoncello, sorbet and ice creams you’ll ever taste. From locally crafted olive oil and cheese to vintage wines, there’s always a big focus on fresh produce when you’re dining during Sorrento holidays.
Impeccable service at Ristorante Bagni Delfino
Enjoy a beautiful sunset dinner with views over the Bay of Naples in this first class, family-run restaurant. Located along Marina Grande, you’re free to take in the cool sea breeze and savour a range of authentic Italian dishes.
A taste of the middle east at Kebab Ciampa
If you ever tire of pizza and pasta, just stop off at Kebab Ciampa for a freshly made pitta bread stuffed with chicken, beef or falafel and lashings of fresh salad. These kebabs are nothing like the Friday night jobs back home, as here you’ll tuck into high-quality ingredients that have been authentically prepared with a smile.
Authentic Italian food at PortaMarina Seafood
PortaMarina is a charming little restaurant on the quayside in one of the prettiest parts of Sorrento. You’ll find an eclectic mix of glassware here, showcasing some of the best local wines that the area has to offer. Enjoy views of the marina, full of fishermen out to catch some fresh produce.
Pizza and bowling at Pizzeria Ahum
If you happen across a pizzeria bustling with local Italian customers, you know you’re onto a winner. This unsuspecting restaurant is nestled alongside a bowling alley a short walk from the centre of town and serves up delicious pizzas and calzones.
Find the secret garden at Cafe Latino Sorrento
Cafe Latino Sorrento has a magical courtyard surrounded by fairy lights and lemon trees. You’ll enjoy locally produced wines with oven baked pizzas, freshly caught seafood and divine pasta dishes here. Finish the night off with an indulgent slice of homemade tiramisu washed down with a glass of limoncello.
Fine dining at Grand Hotel Aminta Dafne
Watch the breathtaking sunset over Sorrento and Mount Vesuvius from the elegant patio, before diving into the exquisitely prepared a la carte menu at the Grand Hotel. Try the tenderly prepared beef fillet for a real melt-in-the-mouth experience.
Authentic family style at La Cantinaccia del Popolo
Don’t let the simple, rustic interior deter you from this family run cantina located just off the main tourist drag. This charming restaurant serves up homemade Italian dishes, with everything from mixed antipasto plates to ‘Mommas special pasta’ on the menu. It also boasts a large deli counter offering an abundance of fresh dishes and cold meats.
Delicious hamburgers at N'hambu
For a change from the abundance of authentic pizza and pasta available in Sorrento, head down to N’hambu and tuck into freshly prepared burgers, pulled pork and other tasty treats from the grill. Design your own burger on the quirky ‘tick box’ order form and enjoy a nice cold draft beer while you wait.
Live music at Tavern Allegra
Featuring ambient live music as you dine, let the acoustics serenade you at Tavern Allegra. Indulge in a complimentary glass of fizz and bruschetta as you browse the authentic Italian menu, complete with fresh catches of the day and plenty of pasta dishes adorned with seafood.
Romantic ambience at L'Antica Trattoria
Dine on the quaint patio surrounded by vines and plush vegetation at this elegant Italian restaurant in the heart of Sorrento. The fine dining menu features beautifully presented cuisine, from stuffed courgette flowers to freshly made lemon pasta and an exciting tasting menu.