Tips on where to eat
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TRATTORIA MARCHIN
- Via Mario Ginocchio 201
- €
Historic family-run restaurant offering several dishes of the typical cuisine of the Ligurian countryside, all strictly homemade. Famous for its delicious ravioli, a first course not to be missed.
Closing day: Monday
VECCHIO BORGO
- Via Val Mogliana 2
- €€
Small restaurant offering a home-flavored menu and excellent wood-fired pizza.
Closing day: Wednesday
LA PIZZA A BORZO
- Via Angelo Grilli 18
- €
Small pizzeria located in the center of Borzonasca. Order your pizza at the counter and
enjoy the simplicity and conviviality of the place.
Closing day: Wednesday
Typical ligurian cuisine
OSTERIA DA VITTORIO
- Via Bighetti 33
- €€
Old trattoria in the historic center of Chiavari with familiar ligurian cuisine. Try one of the
best “farinata” in the area.
Closing day: Thursday
LA TAGLIOLA
- Via Carpenissone 43
- €€
Old trattoria surrounded by greenery with a panoramic view of the hills. Traditional Genoese recipes from the land, located in a quaint setting.
Beware of the narrow and moderately difficult road.
Closing days: Monday and Tuesday
BRICCO DELLA GALLINA
- Via degli Ulivi 96
- €€
Typical Ligurian cuisine trattoria with stunning views of the hills. Recipes from both sea and land.
Closing day: Monday
Enchanting atmosphere
RISTORANTE PEPEN
- Largo G.Marconi 1
- €€
A romantic restaurant with a beautiful terrace on the hill, only 5.4 km from Chiavari.
Fixed menu tasting Ligurian specialties.
Open 7 days a week.
Il Cigno
- Via Cigno 1
- €€€
Stunning location with a terrace overlooking the sea for dining in an elegant and romantic setting. Fish specialties and grilled Ligurian cuisine. Excellent pairings with quality wines suggested by the highly trained staff.
Closing day: Monday
Pelagica
- Via Pilade Queirolo
- €€€
Ligurian cuisine restaurant featuring fresh fish of the day, straight from the family’s fishing boat. Terrace with spectacular views, also a great choice for a sunset aperitif. Try the classic fried anchovies.
Closing day: Wednesday
Le due querce
- Salita Sant’ambrogio 30C
- €€€
The evocative and enchanting atmosphere, the excellent hospitality and the simple and peaceful setting make “Le due querce” the ideal place to enjoy excellent traditional Ligurian cuisine with revisited and personalized recipes. Stunning panoramic terrace.
Closing day: Tuesday
Verve
- Viale Rimembranza 23
- €€€
Seafront restaurant perfect for dinner after a walk exploring the two seaside bays of the town of Sestri Levante. Cozy and friendly atmosphere, carefully prepared cuisine full of fish and meat specialties.
Open 7 days a week.
For wine lovers
Boccon Divino
- Via Entella 18
- €€
There is no classic sea view, but one always wants to come back to this small venue dedicated to fine Ligurian seafood and countryside cuisine.
The wine cellar allows you to accompany it with a nice selection of regional productions.
Closing day: Sunday
Osteria Moderna
- Via Vittorio Veneto 7
- €€€
Small, refined and cozy restaurant in the oldest part of Chiavari’s historic center.
Sophisticated cuisine and excellent wine list. Outdoor tables under the ancient stone arches.
Closing day: Monday
Pizzerias
Pizzeria M’ama
- Corso Valparaiso 150
- €€
Excellent pizza with the choice between different types of flours. Tables on the seaside overlooking the gulf.
Open 7 days a week.
Buongustaio DOC
- Lungomare Raffaele Rossetti 3
- €€€
Restaurant and pizzeria right by the sea between Santa Margherita and Portofino. It’s Worth knowing for its location overlooking the Gulf and for an aperitif with the sound of the waves.
Open 7 days a week.
Specialized in meat
Osteria del Toscano “Dante e Ciccia”
- Via Dante Alighieri 55
- €€€
Located in the most characteristic area of Lavagna. Traditional Tuscan cuisine venue with an exceptional selection of meats. Romantic and cozy. Excellent wines from some of Tuscany’s best wineries.
Closing days: Monday and Tuesday
Barcelleria
- Via Parma 332
- €€
Along the road from Chiavari to Borzonasca you will find this local steakhouse where you can also eat high quality burgers.
Open 7 days a week.
Dinner by the sea
Bagni Oasi
- Via Preli
- €€
(Open only during summertime – Dogs are welcome)
Tables on the beach. Seaside bathing establishment offering simple but tasty seafood dishes and pizzas.
Open 7 days a week.
Bagni Aldebaran
- Via Aurelia
- €€
Specialized in seafood dishes and fragrant pizzas, we invite you to try their “fritto misto” on their terrace overlooking the sea.
Open 7 days a week.
Other tips...
Aperitif in the square
Bar Poker d’Assi
- Via Angelo Grilli 2
- €
Immerse yourself in the authentic local life at our village’s bar. Perfect for a simple aperitif among local people and tales of everyday life.
Open 7 days a week.
Piazza dei Pescatori
In “Piazza Gagliardo”, also called “Fisherman’s Square,” you can spend a special evening overlooking the sea. Different bars, many outdoor tables, and a magical atmosphere in a beautiful old place overlooking the gulf.
Piazza Guglielmo Marconi
At the foot of the “Basilica di S. Stefano” and along the charming streets of the center, you can choose the venue that inspires you the most for a quiet and totally relaxing aperitif.
Bread & focaccia
Panificio Silvie
- Via Angelo Grilli 9
- €
At the bakery in Borzonasca you will find tradition and authenticity in every product. Local ingredients for a taste that speaks about the territory.
Closing days: Monday – Sunday afternoon
Le delizie della Baia
- Via 25 aprile 121
- €€
Bakery and gastronomy for a quick snack or take-away for a day at the beach. Very rich offering of Ligurian specialties: focaccia of various types, farinata, pizzas, pies and more!
Open 7 days a week.
(Really) homemade ice cream
Macera dal 1870
- Via Angelo Grilli 13
- €
Historic bar, bakery and ice cream shop in Borzonasca. Try the typical cookie “Ruetta” and the homemade ice creams based on local and genuine ingredients.
Old-fashioned ice cream, amongst the best ever.
Closing day: Monday afternoon.
Cremeria Spinola
- Corso Valparaiso 118
- €
The research and use of selected high quality ingredients, together with the attention to seasonality, make Cremeria Spinola a landmark. Positioned on Chiavari’s picturesque
waterfront, absolutely a must try!
Open 7 days a week.
Gelateria Artigiana 100% Naturale
- Via XXV Aprile 126
- €
Artisanal ice cream shop which doesn’t use any additives, dyes and compound products.
Open lab, local products and milk from Ligurian valleys. Slow Food Presidium and 100% gluten-free products.
Closing day: Wednesday.
Grocery shopping
Alimentari Brizzolara Gianluigi
- Via Angelo Grilli 8
Opening hours: 7.30 – 12.30
16.00 – 19.30
Alimentari Bernero
- Via Angelo Grilli 34
Opening hours: 7.00 – 13.00
16.00 – 20.00
Closing day: Domenica pomeriggio
CARREFOUR Supermercato
- Via Gandolfo 191
Opening hours:(weekdays): 8.00 – 20.00
Holiday hours (Sunday): 8.00 – 13.00
IPERMERCATO - I Leudi
- Via Mulinetti 5
Opening hours: 8.30 – 20.30
Every day – including holidays