Ristorante Pizzeria Da Gennaro

Restaurant and Pizza restaurant in Santa Margherita Ligure since 1947

Ristorante Pizzeria Da Gennaro has been a landmark restaurant in Santa Margherita Ligure since 1947. Located in the heart of the town center, it is home to the oldest wood-fired oven in the village, where traditional pizzas are prepared daily according to authentic Italian recipes.

Thanks to its central location, just a short walk from the seafront and the lively nightlife of Santa Margherita Ligure, the restaurant offers a welcoming outdoor veranda and a spacious indoor dining room on the first floor, ideal for lunches, dinners, private parties, celebrations, and special events.

For over 75 years, we have been known for our experience, professionalism, tradition, and hospitality. Our passion for Italian cuisine drives everything we do, allowing us to offer both locals and visitors an authentic dining experience featuring the flavors of Ligurian cuisine.

Our dining staff is always available to recommend the most suitable dishes and suggest the perfect wine pairings from our carefully selected wine list. In the kitchen, our experienced chefs prepare every dish with attention to detail, using fresh, high-quality ingredients and traditional recipes.

Ligurian Cuisine, Fresh Seafood, and Wood-Fired Pizza

At Ristorante Pizzeria Da Gennaro, you can enjoy a wide variety of dishes, ranging from traditional Ligurian specialties to fresh seafood, premium meat dishes, and authentic wood-fired pizzas.

Pasta and Traditional Ligurian Specialties

Our menu features classic Ligurian dishes, including the famous trofie al pesto, prepared with carefully selected ingredients and following traditional recipes, alongside a variety of seafood and meat-based pasta dishes.

Meat Specialties

Enjoy a selection of grilled steaks, sliced beef, paillard, escalopes, and other carefully prepared meat dishes made with premium ingredients.

Fresh Seafood

Shrimp, king prawns, squid, sole, and other fresh fish varieties are served grilled, fried, or prepared according to traditional Mediterranean recipes.

Pizza from the Oldest Wood-Fired Oven in Santa Margherita Ligure

Our pizzas are made daily using fresh dough and carefully selected ingredients. Cooked in our traditional wood-fired oven, they offer the authentic flavor, aroma, and texture that have made Da Gennaro a local favorite for generations.

Homemade Desserts

Our chefs prepare fresh homemade desserts every day. Among our most popular specialties is our traditional homemade apple cake.

Coffee, Digestifs, and Artisan Liqueurs

To complete your dining experience, we offer Italian coffee, digestifs, and a selection of artisan liqueurs, perfect after lunch or dinner.

If you are looking for a restaurant in Santa Margherita Ligure serving authentic Ligurian cuisine, fresh seafood, and traditional wood-fired pizza, Da Gennaro welcomes you with the hospitality and quality that have distinguished it since 1947.

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