Must-see restaurants in Sardinia

  • Agriturismo Sa Mandra

    Northwestern Sardinia

    This smart, beautifully maintained agriturismo serves fantastic farmhouse food, inspired by the culinary traditions of the mountainous Barbagia region,…

  • Agriturismo Testone

    Eastern Sardinia

    You'll feel immediately part of la famiglia at this agriturismo, which rests in peaceful solitude in the countryside, 20km northwest of Nuoro. The welcome…

  • Essenza del Gusto

    Bosa

    For some of Bosa's best seafood – and a Mediterranean view to boot – make a beeline for this high-end local favourite in Bosa Marina. Fresh fish is…

  • Agriturismo Montiferru

    Western Sardinia

    For an authentic taste of rural Montiferru life, head for this wonderful agriturismo way out in the hills. It opens only once a week, for lunch – but what…

  • Agriturismo Su Boschettu

    Southwestern Sardinia

    Come hungry, take a seat and wait for the fun to begin. Out will come an array of delicious antipasti – seasonal vegetables, salami, cheeses – all…

  • Il Portolano

    Northeastern Sardinia

    For dreamy sunset views of Isola Tavolara, book ahead at chic waterfront Il Portolano, run by Sardinian-Swiss couple Roberto and Claudia. Creatively…

  • Agriturismo Saltara

    Santa Teresa di Gallura

    Natalia and Gian Mario welcome you warmly at this agriturismo, 10km south of town off the SP90 (follow signs up a dirt track). Tables are scenically…

  • Agriturismo Agrisole

    Olbia

    Tucked serenely away in the countryside around 10km north of Olbia, this Gallurese stazzo (farmhouse) dishes up a feast of home cooking. Monica, your…

  • Trattoria Gino

    Oristano

    For excellent food and a bustling, authentic vibe, head to this old-school trattoria. Since the 1930s, locals and visitors alike have been squeezing into…

  • Agriturismo La Colti

    Costa Smeralda

    Calling all carnivores (or anyone seeking a break from seafood)!: skip lunch and save your appetite for a full-on Sardinian feast at this rustic farmstead…

  • Su Gologone

    Eastern Sardinia

    Nestled at the foot of mountains, this rural retreat is a delight, with a bougainvillea-draped terrace for balmy evenings. The local Cannonau red goes…

  • Osteria Della Tonnara da Andrea

    Sulcis

    Located at the waterfront's southern end, this charming restaurant is one of the best places to taste the local tuna (though it's only available fresh in…

  • Trattoria Lo Romanì

    Alghero

    Many Alghero restaurants serve porcetto, Sardinia's classic spit-roasted pork, but few places cook it to such buttery perfection. The crackling is spot on…

  • Ristorante Santa Rughe

    Eastern Sardinia

    Up in the village proper, this rustic restaurant serves hearty local fare such as roast veal, grilled pork chops and gnocchetti with saffron, mint and…

  • La Botteghina

    Alghero

    Cool, casual dining in a stylish centro storico setting – with blond-wood decor and low sandstone arches – is what La Botteghina is all about. In keeping…

  • Li Mori

    San Teodoro

    A genuine slice of rustic island life, Li Mori dishes up a generous spread of Sardinian dishes in a convivial farm setting. Loosen a belt notch for…

  • Locanda di Corte

    Bosa

    Wriggle through Bosa's backstreets to discover this sweet local trattoria on a secluded cobblestoned square. Owners Angelo and Angela work the small…

  • Desogos

    Western Sardinia

    Run by the Desogos family for more than 70 years, this welcoming, old-school trattoria in the historic centre is perfect for a fill-up of hearty mountain…

  • Il Portico

    Eastern Sardinia

    You’ll receive a warm welcome at this restaurant, where abstract paintings grace the walls and jazzy music plays. Behind the scenes, the talented Graziano…

  • Il Tirabusciò

    Northeastern Sardinia

    Sardinian mountain fare at its finest, Il Tirabusciò (which translates as the corkscrew) is a cosy spot in the quaint village of Calangianus 9km east of…

  • Cibus

    Sulcis

    Santadi's local wines provide the ideal accompaniment to rustic country fare at this delightful osteria not long open. Handsomely decorated with wooden…

  • Agriturismo Sinis

    Western Sardinia

    Just north of San Salvatore, this working farm has a superb restaurant. The menu varies daily, but the vegetables and fruit are always home-grown and the…

  • Luigi Pomata

    Cagliari

    There's always a buzz at chef Luigi Pomata's minimalist seafood restaurant, with pared-down decor and chefs skilfully preparing superfresh sushi. For a…

  • Ristorante Ispinigoli

    Golfo di Orosei

    Linger for dinner and panoramic sunset views at the Ristorante Ispinigoli, just below the entrance to the Grotta di Ispingoli. Located in Hotel Ispinigoli…

  • I Frati Rossi

    Porto Cervo

    This rustic-chic restaurant has broad sea views from its hilltop perch, 3.5km south of Porto Cervo. Local ingredients shine in beautifully cooked and…

  • La Paillote

    Cagliari

    It doesn't get much cooler than this. Open-air dining on a rocky promontory between Cala Mosca and Cala Fighera with sea and fortress views, sunshine and…

  • Martinelli’s

    Cagliari

    Simplicity is the ethos underpinning this intimate, subtly lit bistro in the Marina district. Service is friendly without being overbearing, and the menu…

  • Rubiu

    Sulcis

    Craft beer, creative pizzas and a laid-back warehouse vibe await at this contemporary microbrewery. Housed in an industrial-grey building, complete with…

  • Agriturismo Porticciolo

    Northwestern Sardinia

    This welcoming agriturismo serves delicious home-grown fare in an echoing barn with timber beams and a huge fireplace. The set menus comprise hot and cold…

  • San Gavino

    Northwestern Sardinia

    Tucked into a leafy corner near the Basilica di San Gavino, this welcoming restaurant scores across the board. The regional food is fabulous – try the…

  • Su Bullicciu

    Eastern Sardinia

    Perched high on the hillside near the Su Marmuri caves, this restaurant serves up delicious home cooking, with an emphasis on traditional mountain fare…

  • Il Pesce d'Oro

    Alghero

    The modest demeanour of this Alghero favourite – locals come here for their weekend evening out – belies the quality of its excellent food. You can keep…

  • DriMcafè

    Oristano

    This delightful, laid-back hangout brings a slice of boho warmth to Oristano, with its rust-red walls, mishmash of vintage furnishings, bookshelves and…

  • Trattoria Gallurese

    Northeastern Sardinia

    This simple homespun trattoria serves a warm welcome and genuine Gallurese soul food. Go traditional with cinghiale (wild boar) slow-cooked in Cannonau…

  • Agriturismo Nuraghe Mannu

    Cala Gonone

    Scenically perched above the gulf and nestled amid silvery olive groves, this agriturismo puts on a mouthwatering spread. Loosen a belt notch for a feast…

  • Dal Corsaro

    Cagliari

    One of only three Michelin-starred restaurants in Sardinia, Dal Corsaro has long been a bastion of high-end culinary creativity. Calling the shots is chef…

  • Jaddhu

    Costa Smeralda

    Hidden in granite mountains brushed with olive, myrtle and mastic trees, this stazzu (Gallurese stone-built country house) has a delightful garden terrace…

  • Al Tonno di Corsa

    Sulcis

    With its summery dining rooms and terrace overlooking Carloforte's rooftops, this refined restaurant specialises in fresh seafood. The star of the menu is…

  • Mabrouk

    Alghero

    Reserve a table at this cosy, low-ceilinged stone restaurant and you never know what you're going to get. What you do know is that it'll be fish, it'll be…

  • Aruanã Churrascaria

    Costa Smeralda

    With romantically lit tables set amid garden terraces that cascade down from a boulder-strewn hillside, this Brazilian steakhouse offers that rare…