Albergo Ristorante Silvestrino
Northwestern Sardinia
On Stintino's main drag, this evergreen hotel restaurant is a dependable choice for classic Sardinian seafood. Its sunny dining hall and small streetside…
Must-see restaurants in Sardinia
Western Sardinia
Hidden away in the historic centre, this is one of the best-known seafood restaurants in the area. Sit down to island classics such as muggine affumicato …
Santa Teresa di Gallura
Immersed in a country setting just off the main road 6km south of Santa Teresa, this lovely agriturismo spreads a sea of tables onto its open-air terrace…
Alghero
A model wine bar complete with wooden ceiling, hanging hams and a menu of delicious Sardinian charcuterie and cheeses. Grab a table in the tiny, usually…
Porto Cervo
This fashionable restaurant buzzes with a good-looking crowd, who come for the stylish ambience and fabulous seafood. Pair dishes such as calamari and…
Eastern Sardinia
For fine dining with a gorgeous sea view, you can’t beat La Bitta, down by the beach in Porto Frailis. Dress up for exquisitely prepared seafood – think…
Alghero
It's only a hole in the wall, but this gem of a gelateria dishes up superb ice cream, as well as milkshakes and granite (flavoured ice drinks)…
Western Sardinia
For a locally sourced gourmet feast, stop in at this Slow Food–acclaimed restaurant run by hometown success story Roberto Serra. Presentation and flavour…
Northeastern Sardinia
Bag a table on the breezy terrace and go straight for the grilled fish and seafood – from a cracking spaghetti with clams to local lobster – at this…
Northwestern Sardinia
With its folkloristic murals and farmhouse decor, this rustic agriturismo is a fine spot for an authentic Sardinian feast. Think starters of cheese, cured…
Eastern Sardinia
What swims in the Med in the morning lands on plates by lunchtime at this ittiturismo, run by Tortolì’s fishing cooperative. The fixed-price menu includes…
Isola Maddalena
Buzzing with youthful energy and a welcoming vibe, this newly hatched restaurant breaks with its Mediterranean island surroundings, specialising in…
Eastern Sardinia
For a memorable meal in pastoral surroundings, climb to this charming white farmhouse on the high Montes plateau (6km south of Orgosolo). Meals start with…
Eastern Sardinia
The perfect lunch stop after a visit to Mamoiada's mask museum, this Slow Food–recommended eatery has a pretty stone courtyard overhung with vines and a…
Olbia
This smart, intimate bistro has laid-back charm, warm service and an appetising Sardinian and Ligurian cuisine. Start with its decadent sampler of five…
Western Sardinia
Spread across several stone-walled dining rooms in the hotel of the same name, Sas Benas mixes elegance with rusticity, serving fixed-price menus of…
Eastern Sardinia
The rolling vineyard country southwest of Sorgono forms a delightful backdrop for farm-to-table dining at this friendly agriturismo. Farm-raised produce…
Eastern Sardinia
Managed by Cooperativa Goloritzè, this converted farmstead puts on a generous spread of regional fare such as ladeddos (potato gnocchi) and spit-roasted…
Eastern Sardinia
A simple trattoria on the face of things, S'Hostera impresses with its delectable, locally sourced renditions of traditional Nuorese and Barbagian recipes…
Cagliari
Historic Flora has been here for years. Its owner, Beppe, keeps a kind eye on the white-linen dining room favoured by local families out for a delicious…
Cagliari
Hidden in the alleys of Stampace is this friendly restaurant, with stone walls, cheek-by-jowl tables and a refined, low-key atmosphere. Chef-owner Sabrina…
Northwestern Sardinia
Things don't get much more off the beaten track than this agriturismo, ensconced in silent woods 1km or so beyond the Necropoli di Sant'Andrea Priu. Meals…
Cagliari
Of the many seafood restaurants in the Marina district, few bring in the crowds like this local favourite. To look at, it's nothing out of the ordinary…
Olbia
For a classy night out, head for this modern bistro with romantic sidewalk seating and a beautifully remodelled stone-walled and wood-beamed interior…
Palau
One for special occasions, La Gritta is a memorable place to dine. Floor-to-ceiling windows and a terrace allow you to take in the wondrous coastal…
Southwestern Sardinia
The elegant confines of Piazza del Municipio set the stage for alfresco dining at this long-standing summer favourite. In winter, diners move inside to…
Sulcis
The flavours of the Campidano district are celebrated at this good-looking restaurant near Piazza del Popolo. Housed in a farm-style building, complete…
Southwestern Sardinia
For once the food plays second fiddle. A meal at this casual, laid-back pizzeria is all about its magical setting at Belvedere. Tables are laid out on a…
Golfo di Orosei
Locals love this centrally located restaurant for its buzzing atmosphere, its welcoming terrace and its versatility. Whether you're after a full-on…
Costa Smeralda
Freshly caught seafood makes the short journey from the Gulf of Cannigione to your plate at this atmospheric floating restaurant on a boat moored in…
Southwestern Sardinia
This rural agriturismo is as authentic as it gets. Once you've successfully navigated the 2.5km dirt track (follow the signs off the SP65) and are safely…
Cagliari
A cut above most restaurants in the Marina district, this vaulted restaurant always has a good buzz. Diners come for its traditional seafood, which stars…
Costa Smeralda
With black-clad waiters and impeccably fresh seafood ('choose any shellfish living in the aquarium'), La Rocca offers dependable quality with a resolutely…
Sassari
Modest, no-frills and much loved locally, this bare, white-tiled eatery is the place to try Sassari's famous fainè, thick pancakes made with chickpea…
Eastern Sardinia
Chef Franco Fenu artfully crafts the season's best fish and meat at this high-end treat on the edge of Nuoro. Keep an eye out for Nuoro’s only version of…
Cagliari
For a taste of traditional Sardinian cakes and pastries, Dulcis is the place to go. Part shop, part cafe, part wine bar, it's a lovely spot to relax over…
Cagliari
For a slice of delizioso pizza and a cool bottle of Ichnusa (Sardinian beer), head to this superfriendly pizzeria. The pizzas, served ready-cut on a tray,…
Cagliari
One of the better places on the Marina district's main restaurant strip, the Taverna sets itself apart with a bright minimalist look and casual vibe. The…
Alghero
A popular restaurant on the sea walls, this is a panoramic spot for a leisurely meal. The menu covers most tastes with a number of classic local dishes,…
Alghero
Alghero’s honey-coloured ramparts set a memorable stage for al fresco dining. This is one of the better restaurants on the walls, serving a regional menu…
