Top 10 best restaurants not to be missed in Naples in 2024

The journey through the best restaurants in Naples begins in the heart of the city, in the San Ferdinando district. Located on the edge of the Riviera di Chiaia, Cocoloco is a restaurant that combines Neapolitan tradition with international influences. Here you can enjoy fresh fish delicacies, such as its exotic monkfish and king crab, paired with a wide selection of fine wines from different Italian regions. Their attention to the quality of ingredients, sourced from local suppliers, and the art of presentation will leave you speechless. Other tasty items include desserts ranging from the most traditional to the best known that never go out of fashion such as ice cream or mille-feuille and tiramisu cakes. Prosecco and all the other fantastic beverages they offer will make your meal taste better, and you will certainly want to come back. The friendly and professional staff will welcome you in an elegant and refined atmosphere.

Vicolo Cappella Vecchia, 5, 80121 Napoli

Aria Restaurant offers you an unforgettable dining experience. Here you can indulge in refined Neapolitan cuisine reinterpreted with a modern twist. A bold fusion of Mediterranean tradition and international influences delights and surprises diners with unique combinations and an authentic flair. Fresh, high-quality ingredients from local producers are the basis for culinary creations that will satisfy even the most discerning palates. The restaurant is located near Piazza Giovanni Bovio and was first opened in 2021. The kitchen is managed and led by renowned chef Paolo Barrale, who, in his restaurant, will offer you a choice of two different tasting menus: one consisting of five courses and the other of seven—an innovative gastronomic project but at the same time designed to entertain and surprise guests with out-of-the-box proposals. Since 2023, it has been awarded a Michelin star.

Via Loggia dei Pisani, 2-14, 80133 Napoli

Located in the Vomero district, Trattoria Scugnizzi is a true gem of Neapolitan culinary tradition and one of the best restaurants in Naples. Here you can enjoy true traditional dishes—such as the original Neapolitan pizza, lasagne al forno and arancini—prepared in a kitchen renowned for using fresh and genuine ingredients. A gastronomic jewel in the heart of Naples, the restaurant on Via Luigi Caldieri, a stone's throw from Via Cilea, is the result of an entrepreneurial project led by Emiliano Vetromile. Inspired by memories of Sunday lunches at his grandmother's house, he manages to offer a warm and intimate environment, where you can delight in authentic Neapolitan delicacies like braciole (meat rolls) with sultanas and pine nuts and the tasty genovese. The cosy, family atmosphere of Trattoria Scugnizzi will make you feel at home. The warm and hospitable staff will be happy to recommend the best dishes to pair with local wines for an authentic culinary experience.

Via Luigi Caldieri, 53/61, 80128 Napoli NA

Mimi alla Ferrovia is famous for its mussel soup, a traditional dish of fresh shellfish and cherry tomatoes. The menu at this restaurant, among the best in Naples, is assembled with skill and rigour from recipes handed down from generation to generation. After all, Mimì alla Ferrovia has been celebrating Neapolitan cuisine for over 80 years. The new generation has introduced innovative gastronomic proposals while maintaining authenticity and the promise of a delicious future. Each dish at Mimì represents the fusion of tradition and innovation and carries with it the history of three generations. Mimì welcomes you to a familiar and cosy ambience, where the stories of guests (including illustrious ones) paper the walls. Upstairs, an elegant and refined space is available for events and conferences with a capacity of 120 people. Located close to Naples Central Station, Mimì offers flavours to be enjoyed in a warm and cosy atmosphere, just like at home.

Via Alfonso D'Aragona, 19/21, 80139 Napoli

Located in the historic centre, La Locanda del Grifo is another of the best restaurants in Naples that caught our attention. Also in this case, we have appreciated the smart and dynamic approach reflected in both the location and the service. The soul, however, is rooted in tradition, with a menu that pays homage to the more classic Campanian gastronomy and blends wonderfully with the urban setting, a picturesque area just behind the Pietrasanta bell tower on the Decumano Maggiore. Those who have never visited the city and want to catch up can test all the dishes to try at least once when in Naples. Traditional pizza (baked in an environmentally friendly oven) included. The outdoor space is informal and romantic. A good selection of wines completes the experience. 

Via Francesco del Giudice, 14, 80138 Napoli NA

Stylish Terrazza Ramé, a decidedly metropolitan haunt on the terrace of the Gold Tower Lifestyle Hotel, just outside the city and a short distance from the central station, is among the best restaurants in Naples. Thanks to the Naples skyline and Vesuvius offering the most impressive spectacle, dinners and cocktails are panoramic. The restaurant identifies its idea of gastronomy in a cuisine that enthuses all the senses to give moments of (tasty) happiness in the format of dishes that embrace sight, taste and smell. Executive Chef Gianfranco Lo Giudice curated three special tasting menus: ‘Le origini’, ‘Le sensazioni’ and ‘Terra e passioni’. Particular attention is paid to raw materials and fresh seasonal products, with all the herbs coming from the restaurant's vegetable garden.

Via Brecce a S. Erasmo, 185, 80146 Napoli NA

Mosaico Italian Restaurant, one of the Top 10 restaurants in Naples, stands out in the heart of Chiaia as a gastronomic destination of excellence. Opened at the end of July 2020, this restaurant offers a unique culinary experience based on the careful selection of the best raw materials. The renovation of the historic late 19th-century spa, now home to the Magnolia complex, masterfully blends contemporary and original elements, creating a magical and unique atmosphere. Thanks to the restyling, guests are welcomed into a bright and colourful space, where they can enjoy a variety of gastronomic offerings. The outdoor courtyard, enhanced by the presence of a splendid magnolia tree, houses the Lounge Bar & Bistrot. It's a must for anyone who loves quality cuisine and appreciates design details.

Vico Belledonne a Chiaia, 11, 80121 Napoli

Awarded a Michelin star, Veritas is one of the most prestigious restaurants in Naples. This smart yet friendly spot declares to share a gourmet experience "without limits and patterns". Guests have a sample of its philosophy in a chic ambience with trendy and cool decor details. The young chef Marco Caputi impresses with creative and grounded dishes shaping a mouth-watering manifesto menu. There are two formats: "L'Essenziale", the gastronomic journey in three courses of choice, and "L'Autentico", for an exhaustive taste adventure. Veritas offers a traditional cuisine innovatively readapted without losing the magic of the simplicity that distinguishes certain typical Neapolitan flavours. The wine list features a fine choice of Italian and international labels.

Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 141, 80121 Napoli

A landmark for Neapolitan buongustai, Cicciotto a Marechiaro has been one of the best fish restaurants in Naples since 1942. Located in one of the city's most famous and romantic neighbourhoods, the enchanting Borgo di Marechiaro, Cicciotto does not disappoint long-standing admirers or even newcomers, who have always found here an honest-to-goodness cuisine based on excellent ingredients and simple preparations. A winning formula, given that the restaurant is practically always full (we strongly recommend booking in advance). A meal eaten looking at the sea is an experience in itself, especially if the sea in question is that of Posillipo, which has inspired the best Neapolitan tunes. Expect a dynamic, convivial atmosphere and efficient, fast service. For lovers of true and straightforward cuisine. Nostalgic and not. 

Calata Ponticello a Marechiaro 32 80123 Napoli

Our journey among the best restaurants in Naples comes to an end in the picturesque Piazzetta Marinari among the tables of Officina del Mare. Chef Antonio Esposito comes from a family of fishermen for generations. His recipes reflect all the knowledge and mastery of the raw materials of someone with the sea running through their veins. This ristorante features an enviable location in a small port at the foot of Castel dell'Ovo and tastefully assembled dishes that are influenced, as they should be, by the day's catch. If the evening is not too chaotic, you can also look forward to some fun off-menu suggestions from the host. The Officina del Mare experience continues at the brand's other venues: Officina Bistrot, Experience Bisignano and Sushi Gin & Cocktail. You can also apply for Gulf tours, exclusive tastings by the sea and boat delivery service to enjoy your favourite dishes directly on your boat. 

Piazzetta Marinari, 20-21, 80132 Napoli NA