Combine sumptuous flavours with breathtaking views as you travel along the Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering not only extraordinary natural beauty but also renowned culinary excellence. Amidst the turquoise sea, charming villages, and breathtaking panoramic terraces, you’ll find some of Italy’s most refined restaurants. Here is our selection of five of the best restaurants on the Amalfi Coast.
La Caravella – Amalfi
One of the most historic and elegant restaurants on the Amalfi Coast, La Caravella is located in an ancient chapel in the heart of Amalfi. A Michelin-starred icon since 1959, it offers a culinary experience that combines tradition and innovation. The dishes, curated by chef Antonio Dipino, celebrate local flavours and ingredients, including fresh seafood, Amalfi lemons and local extra virgin olive oil. The lemon risotto with red shrimp and the pezzogna fish cooked in acqua pazza are both must-try dishes.
Average price: €120 per person.
Il Refettorio – Monastero Santa Rosa, Conca dei Marini
This former monastery, now the luxurious Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa, hosts Il Refettorio, a Michelin-starred restaurant with an intimate ambience. Feast your eyes from its terrace with a breathtaking panoramic view of the Gulf of Salerno while Chef Christoph Bob combines innovative techniques with local ingredients. We recommend trying dishes like black squid ink spaghetti with sea urchins and slow-cooked suckling pig.
Average price: €150 per person.
I 4 Passi – Nerano
Hidden in the charming village of Nerano, with breathtaking views of Nerano Bay, I 4 Passi is a true paradise for lovers of seafood and those seeking an elegant and peaceful dining experience. The restaurant is famous for its signature dish: spaghetti with zucchini and provolone del Monaco cheese, which highlights the authentic flavours of the area. The cuisine, led by the talented chef Antonio Mellino, has a special focus on Campanian tradition and offers refined and innovative dishes, always based on fresh, seasonal ingredients..
Average price: €130 per person.
Ristorante Don Alfonso 1890 – Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi
Located on the hills near the Amalfi Coast, Don Alfonso 1890 is a must-visit restaurant, a legend of Campanian gastronomy and famed for its sophistication and family warmth. This Michelin-starred restaurant, run by the Iaccarino family, is known for its farm-to-table philosophy and quality ingredients. The menu features masterpieces such as ravioli with caciotta cheese and lemon, and grilled fillet of mullet with seasonal vegetables.
Average price: €180 per person.
La Sponda – Le Sirenuse, Positano
Lit by hundreds of candles each evening, La Sponda is one of the most romantic and luxurious restaurants on the Amalfi Coast, offering views over Positano as you eat under the stars. Located in the famous Le Sirenuse hotel, its refined cuisine celebrates the Mediterranean. Chef Gennaro Russo serves delectable dishes like red tuna crusted with pistachios and paccheri pasta with a tuna Genovese-style sauce.
Average price: €150 per person.
These restaurants represent the best of the Amalfi Coast, combining culinary tradition, creativity, and breathtaking landscapes. Whether you’re seeking a romantic experience or a celebration of local gastronomy, each of these places will captivate you with its authentic flavours.
Enjoy your journey and your meal!
