Explore the area

Dining

There are numerous very nice restaurants in the area so just go out and explore! Below some highlighted options. Do note: opening times change throughout the year and it might be good to make reservations in high season or the weekends.

Apricale

Apricale

Apricus Osteria & Bar

Friendly service, modern Ligurian cooking and a beautiful terrace overlooking the Val Nervia — particularly lovely around sunset.

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Apricale

Bar A Ciassa

An easy-going trattoria and bar right on the village square, serving local classics and morning coffee — especially enjoyable in summer.

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Apricale

Da Bacì

A slightly more upscale, intimate restaurant by the square, known for traditional Ligurian cooking and its generous tasting of starters.

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Apricale

Apricale da Delio

Elegant, white-tablecloth dining focused on refined Ligurian recipes, with a covered terrace beneath old trees on the road toward the square.

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Apricale

Mari e Monti

A relaxed, very affordable pizzeria on the main road, with simple pizzas at dinner and broad views across the valley.

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Nearby towns

ALLAVENA

Federico Lanteri all'Osteria Martini

Exceptional destination dining in Pigna, with refined zero-kilometre Ligurian cooking and excellent tasting menus at remarkably fair prices.

Highly recommended.

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Dolceacqua

La Pasta di Ü

A warm, casual spot specialising in excellent fresh pasta made by the family's nearby workshop, with welcoming service and castle views.

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Dolceacqua

CASAeBOTTEGA

A lively, characterful restaurant on Dolceacqua's main square, serving regional Ligurian and Mediterranean dishes with a modern touch.

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Ventimiglia · Balzi Rossi

Mangiare al Mare

A memorable sea-view restaurant at Balzi Rossi, with a panoramic terrace, fresh fish, seafood and homemade pasta — well worth the walk.

Park in the nearby public parking area and continue on foot.

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