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Province of Naples, Italy Food Guide: 10 Italian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Isola d'Ischia
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Isola d'Ischia. The largest and many say most beautiful island in the Bay of Naples, Ischia is renowned for its curative spas. Ferries and hydrofoils connect Naples to Ischia Porto, the main town. Nearby at Ischia Ponte (connected to the main island by a foot bridge) are the magnificent Castello Aragonese and Guevara Tower. Forio on the island’s west coast, Lacco Ameno in the northwest and Sant’Angelo in the south are the liveliest resort towns. Casamicciola Terme in the north is one of Europe’s oldest spas.
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10. La Ruota
Overall Ratings
4 based on 255 reviews
Reviewed By ValerioVV
They certainly do have the terrible staples of tourist food (such as pølser, fries and the terrible spaghetti bolognese). However, they also have a solid choice of fresh fish, prepared according to the genuine tradition. Everyday they serve a different pasta dish: one day we had a home made pasta with little octopus sauce. We enjoyed gnocchi, and the classic spaghetti alle vongole. Good choice of antipasti and a few selection of fishes as main course. We really enjoyed it.
9. Ristorante Dortas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 175 reviews
Reviewed By Agm2210
Top choice if you would like to feel thoroughly spoiled. The presentation of the food was beautiful but more importantly it was also delicious. We just ordered a primo (occhi di lupo con crema di zucchine), but greatly appreciated the homemade bread selection and sweet treat at the end we were also served. Most of all, though, we were bowled over by the service - wonderfully attentive and kind staff. Extra special thanks to the maitre who ingeniously fashioned an ice-pack by vacuum-packing ice for us to take back to our hotel as I had swollen ankle. What more can I say? We hope to come on holiday to Ischia again just to return here!
8. Gardenia Mare
Overall Ratings
4 based on 796 reviews
Always open for LUNCH & DINNER. There is a small sand bay peeking the Aragonese Castle, where time passes slowly and enjoyable. You can pamper yourself at the beach or choose the lawn, swimming among the rocks of Sant'Anna and explore the beautiful seabed
Reviewed By BIGSCUNGILLI
Swam to shore through beautiful clear water and floating sunloungers, ate delicious arancini of melanzane, tartares di ricciola, gamberi rossi, e tuna, delicious paccheri and spaghetti, washed down with very nice Ischia wine Frassitelli. Plenty of ice about. Staff friendly and helpful and glad we were there. Go have a great lunch and admire the castello Aragonese
7. La Cantinola di Zio Jack
Overall Ratings
5 based on 279 reviews
Reviewed By Jofab15
Great quality of food. Everything tasted wonderful. The choices are limited but whatever you choose should be very tasty. We had the antipasto, pasta dishes and grilled meats. All good! Itâs a little difficult to reach and the ride from their little shuttle is quite entertaining given the extremely steep hill. Wonderful view once you arrive. Definitely recommend. Also we sat outside and it even rained, we were kept dry by their awning.
6. Pazziella Beach Bar & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 331 reviews
Nice place where to get your coffee, aperitif, Lunch or dinner. Nice ambience, friendly staff, Francesco and Emilia, doesn't accept guest but friends in them home. Come and visit us, for lunch/dinner or an aperitif whit the amazing sound of the waves at o
Reviewed By aytchc
Absolutely fabulous food, right on the beach, along with excellent, local wine served by a very knowledgeable owner. The owner, waitor and chef all very welcoming and friendly. I had tiny little, light as air dumplings with plump fresh muscles - heavenly!! Husband had linguine with octopus and squid, freshly caught that day, in a spicy tomato sauce. Mopped up the sauce with gorgeous, crusty chewy bread. This is a small, intimate restaurant, very relaxed atmosphere, expect to wait for excellent food that is cooked freshly for you, using local ingredients. We will definitely be back and recommend to all our friends who visit this magical island
5. Indaco
Overall Ratings
5 based on 242 reviews
Indaco Restaurant was created in 2009, managed by Chef Pasquale Palamaro. Indaco, from 2013, has a Michelin star, as the award for the growth of its team. It's the gourmet answer to satisfy the most demanding and refined tastes. Located in a little bay, i
Reviewed By Franci9371
This restaurant is beautifully set almost at sea level on the pier of Hotel Regina Isabella in Ischia. Beautiful setting (a bit hard to find the restaurant as well hidden and not indicated at all). The place is beautiful, but that's it. The menu (it's a starred restaurant) is very simple and not so appealing but very expensive. You get very very very small portions (but really extremely small) for an unreasonable price. Plus there is no smoking free area, so you end up in a highly expensive restaurant in an open air setting that highlights special flavors all accompanied by the smell of the cigarette of the neighboring table. How to turn a nice place into a disaster. They should really make a separation between smokers and non smokers as at the end of the day if you eat special food (that is really so limited) you need to taste it all not to taste it with the smoke of the adjoining table. We also waited for 40 minutes after the meal to get the bill (and had to ask for it twice as we were limited in time -our babysitter had to leave at a certain time). We had been to other starred restaurants in other countries, but this is really just scene: all dishes well presented but limited in substance. We never saw the chef nor the maître, so really the star is just given for the scene, the panorama and the pricesDear guest,the cuisine of our Chef Pasquale Palamaro is simple but particular in flavours.We are aware that we can't please everyone and maybe you expected some extreme dishes. So, we are sorry you didn't like our menu and spent an unpleasant dinner because of smokers.Warmest regards
4. Cava DellâIsola
Overall Ratings
5 based on 263 reviews
Reviewed By Anastasia A
Very beautiful location on the beach, from its windows you can see blue water of the bay and also watch over your clothes on the beach.Very beautiful interior, design tables. Pleasant staff.Really tasty coffee, we enjoyed it. Recommend everyone cappuccino.Food is also very tasty. Great place to hide from the sun and enjoy tasty food.Dear Anastasia,thank you very much for the lovely review.I am very pleased that you enjoyed everything from food to coffee and cappuccinoCome back soon again!!antonio longobardi
3. Dani Maison
Overall Ratings
5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By steveseldo
Imaginative, artistically created and deliciously prepared dishes in a setting surrounded by beautiful gardens. The fish, the pasta and the vegetables all transformed into unique presentations that are a delight to view and taste. The service staff is friendly and aims to please. The wine list is pleasantly overwhelming. Be sure to order a Dani Maison signature dessert too. This place is very special and among the best dining you could ever have the pleasure of experiencing.
2. Cantinando
Overall Ratings
5 based on 661 reviews
Reviewed By Jamie8821
We managed to get a table for two at relatively late notice and felt fortunate throughout. We had lovely house white wine (eur8 approx for 1/2 bottle) and three different fish dishes (fried sea bass a particular favourite)Although the entrance could put you off, it really shouldnât once you walk downstairs and meet the team.
Where to Eat in Isola d'Ischia: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. La Pietra Slow
Overall Ratings
4 based on 231 reviews
Reviewed By Glenys V
We walked over to this restaurant because the owner of our lovely B&B nearby had recommended it. We were escorted to a lovely table outside overlooking the azure sea. The night was simply magical.We ordered a mixed seafood appetizer and fiori di zucca, which were the best fiori di zucca I've ever had...and yes, I've had a lot of them. The marinated seafood was divine.I especially loved that there were no ashtrays on the table. I noticed an outdoor living-room area, far from the tables, which had ashtrays and I realized that THAT was their smoking section. After barely being able to breathe in Naples and Rome due to excessive cigarette smoke literally EVERYWHERE, it was wonderful to be able to eat without the disgusting smoke from other patrons. Brilliant move!I had been told by the locals to order the buccattini al coniglio, because that is a specialty in Ischia. I did and was not aware that the sauce that comes on the pasta does not contain any actual rabbit meat. It is merely the sauce that the rabbit is cooked in. I told the waiter about my disappointment even though the dish was still good and I was so amazed at what came next. They actually brought me a small plate of rabbit so that I could taste it. Honestly, this really made my night. They cared so much about my experience that they went out of their way to make it perfect. This is how restaurants should be. We also had a lovely dessert and walked home afterwards. The entire place is lovely both inside and out.We loved La Pietra Slow and would highly recommend it to everyone. Yes, it was a glorious experience indeed.Dear Mrs Glenys , thanks for your review!!! We are happy that your experience at restaurant " La Pietra" has been enjoyable.We hope to see you soon Thanks <3 Annamaria
