Antica Osteria del Bai
località Quarto dei Mille, via Quarto 12
Tel. 010387478
www.osteriadelbai.it
Closed: Mondays, January and August periods
Cuisine: Ligurian and sophisticated
Prices: 40/60 €
At the helm of this historic restaurant with a seafaring but elegant and charming tone is Gianni Malagoli, as always, owner and chef, driven by a great passion and professionalism. The dishes are tasty and light traditional Ligurian, primarily seafood matched with seasonal vegetables and herbs. Wide choice of wines including French. Fine selection of spirits.

Antica Osteria di Vico Palla
vico Palla 15
Tel. 0102466575
acap29@libero.it
Closed Mondays and August period
Cuisine: Ligurian
Prices: 30/40 €
In the Porto Antico area beside the old pier, this tavern first opened in the late 17th century and has never closed since. Enlarged with the addition of a second dining room, it conserves surroundings with old-fashioned charm. The cuisine is true to tradition and local produce – plenty of fresh fish.


Ca' de Pitta
piazzale Bligny 1/r
Tel. 0108382043
Closed: Sundays and various holidays
Cuisine: Ligurian and Piedmont
Prices: 35/40 €
In the suburbs, this welcoming and simple restaurant specializes in meat dishes. It is run by the third generation of owners, a family of butchers. It is located next to Genoa's historical slaughterhouses, now completely renovated. Excellent value for money, well-stocked wine list, precise and courteous service.

Britannia Pub
vico della Casana 76/r
Tel. 0102474532
Historical city restaurant which reproduces the typical British atmosphere which is so dear to the people of Genoa. Recommended for connoisseurs of fine beers.

Caffè degli Specchi
salita Pollaiuoli 43/r
Tel. 0102468193
In the heart of the old city centre, this has a noble tradition. The dining room is on the upper floor while aperitifs and cocktails are enjoyed amid the age-old mirrors on the first floor or outside in summer.