Must-see restaurants in Eastern Sardinia

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • La Bitta

    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…

  • Ittiturismo La Peschiera

    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…

  • Ai Monti del Gennargentu

    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…

  • Locanda Sa Rosada

    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…

  • Agriturismo Su Connottu

    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…

  • Locanda Il Rifugio

    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…

  • S'Hostera

    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…

  • Da Mario

    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…

  • Ciusa

    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…

  • Il Rifugio

    Eastern Sardinia

    One of Nuoro’s most popular eateries, this jovial restaurant has won a faithful following for its creative brand of local cooking. Typical dishes include…

  • Montiblu

    Eastern Sardinia

    Clean, bright Mediterranean flavours shine through in regional dishes such as tagliata di tonno (sliced tuna steak with rocket and pecorino) at this…

  • Nascar

    Eastern Sardinia

    A family-run affair, Nascar stands head and shoulders above most places in town, with its romantic garden terrace, slick vaulted interior and faultless…

  • Agriturismo Guthiddai

    Eastern Sardinia

    Guests are welcomed like family members at this whitewashed agriturismo, romantically set between vineyards and olive groves. Home-grown wine, olive oil…

  • Il Pescatore

    Cala Gonone

    Fresh seafood is what this authentic place is about. Sit on the terrace for sea breezes and fishy delights, such as pasta with ricci (sea urchins), and…

  • Cortile del Formaggio

    Eastern Sardinia

    The Cortile del Formaggio is a tiny courtyard house where you can buy fresh, smoked and roasted varieties of fiore sardo – Sardinian pecorino made from…

  • Gelateria Fancello

    Cala Gonone

    Hazelnut, fig, yoghurt and lemon – the gelati and sorbetti here are the real deal. Stop by for a cone to lick as you stroll the promenade.

  • Ristorante Colibrì

    Eastern Sardinia

    Hidden away in an incongruous residential area (follow the numerous signs), this lemon-walled restaurant is the real McCoy for meat eaters. Stars of the…

  • La Favorita

    Cala Gonone

    There's always a good buzz at this incredibly popular restaurant and pizzeria with a lovely sea-facing terrace. Snag a table to dig into excellent wood…

  • Il Portico

    Eastern Sardinia

    An excellent pizzeria/restaurant serving flavoursome pizzas and superb local vegetables and meats, such as cinghiale in umido (wild-boar stew) with olives…

  • Trattoria Manu

    Golfo di Orosei

    This cafe-trattoria has two things going for it: first, a perfect location on Orosei's pretty main square; second, nonstop afternoon opening hours, so you…

  • La Locanda Pili Monica

    Eastern Sardinia

    It’s all about the food at this friendly, down-to-earth trattoria. Bag a table and you’re in for a treat – think fresh pastas, mains of grilled steak or…

  • Bar-Pizzeria Pisaneddu

    Eastern Sardinia

    Just north of town, the brightly lit front terrace of this roadside eatery makes a festive spot to linger over wood-fired pizzas after a long day on the…

  • Ristorante Albergo Il Cinghialetto

    Eastern Sardinia

    Down in the modern part of the village is this simple, friendly pick, dishing up meaty Sardinian fare and pizza. An open fire keeps things toasty in…

  • La Campagnola

    Eastern Sardinia

    For a quick bite in Mamoiada, try this ristorante-pizzeria near the north end of town.