Yesterday's pizza post got my mouth watering and got me
reminiscing about my time in Italy. Specifically, eating in Italy. Eating in Naples is
an event in itself. There are countless pizzerias, trattorias, and
ristorantes, and most serve amazing food. Meals can take hours, are
served in courses, and are the preferred choice of socializing among the
Napoletani. Many believe that pizza is the best in Naples (you can find my
post about pizza here),
but here are some non-pizza options:
Neighborhood Shoutouts
Villa Comunale/Riviera di Chiaia
There are several snack bar
restaurants located inside the Villa Comunale (the large park separating the
Mergellina and Partenope areas of town. You will also find many
restaurants, salumarias, bars, and gelaterias along the Riviera di Chiaia (the
street behind the park). The streets above Riviera di Chiaia towards
Piazza Amedeo are filled with small, enjoyable restaurants and pubs. There
are also some ethnic restaurants in this area, which can provide a change from
Italian restaurants.
Borgo Marinaio/Santa Lucia
This area is very lively at
night, filled with people taking the nightly passeggiata along the water or
eating at the many restaurants. Borgo Marinaio, alongside the Castel
D’Ovo, features bars, seafood restaurants, and pizzerias. The prices
tend to be a bit higher, but the atmosphere makes up for it. Borgo
Santa Lucia begins at Borgo Marinaio and ends near Piazza Plebiscito. The
area features restaurants and pubs as well.
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Budget Friendly Options
We went here every
single day for breakfast. I have never had a better cornetto con creama in
my life. I tried many this summer, but none came close. They also have amazing
lunch. Great salads, great pasta, great risotto. There is really something for
everyone on the menu. They have great indoor and outdoor seating - and free
wifi! You have to be doing something right if Italians keep coming back to you
every day.
pssstt.... they also have amazing desert which we'll chat
about another time
Da Torino
Via s.
Teresa a Chiaia, corner Via S. Pasquale.
You will get change back from 20 euros for two courses,
wine and water. Closed Sunday night and Monday.
La Tavernetta
Just off Piazzeta Orefici
Open for lunch only, Mon. – Sat. Approximately €12
for two courses, wine, and water.
Sandwich
Shop
Riviera di
Chiaia 46.
Very
large sandwiches for under 5 euros.
Via Piedigrotta
This is
a great restaurant that is a favorite of my consulate friends. The
old man who owns it is very nice and is almost always willing to sit and talk
with you about Naples and the United States. Make sure to ask for
the antipasti misti because many believe that is the best part of the dining
experience there.
Via Caracciolo
A new
restaurant that makes traditional Neapolitan cuisine. It is less
then a 5 minute walk from the piazza republicca. The food and the
atmosphere there are wonderful and the price is reasonable.
Bar Nuovo
Riviera di Chiaia
A good
option for lunch. Serves different dishes every day at low prices.
La Corona
Via Piedigrotta
Another good
lunch option, this rosticceria is also close to piazza della republica and
serves pizza, pasta, and meat dishes.
Non-Italian mentions...
One thing my Italian friends find funny is that when
American discuss where they want to go for dinner, the conversation is focused
on cuisine (do we want Thai? Chinese? Mexican?) whereas they are more concerned
with what atmosphere they are in the mood for. This was a decent fix for when
my taste buds we craving something not containing marinara.
5 Grad. Amedep
A great
place to go hang out and get some different food after work. The
pitas are very good, and you can even get a bottle of Greek wine to complement
the food.
Via S.
Maria della Neve
A
Chinese restaurant.
Riviera di Chiaia
For when
you are craving some American food that is not McDonalds.
What is
your favorite Italian meal?
Thanks
for stopping by!
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