Restaurants: Fine Food, Wine and Pizza

Discovering Naples Through Its Flavors: The Best Restaurants Near Santa Lucia

Naples is not just about history, art, and the sea: it is also a city to be savored, one dish at a time.

For those staying on the boats moored at the picturesque marina of Santa Lucia, just a few steps from the waterfront, there are restaurants that tell the story of the city’s true soul, blending elegance, tradition, and a passion for fine food.

Starting an evening at the Caruso Roof Garden Restaurant feels like stepping into a postcard.

From the top floor of the Hotel Vesuvio, with Mount Vesuvius and Capri on the horizon, the breathtaking view accompanies a refined cuisine that reinterprets traditional Neapolitan flavors. A romantic spot, perfect for a special dinner.

Those looking for just a pre-dinner drink can head to the Vesuvio Sky Lounge Solarium & Cocktail Bar: creative cocktails, soft music, and an unforgettable sunset view make this the perfect aperitif location.

For a more informal but authentic dinner, Ciro a Mergellina is the ideal choice: ultra-fresh seafood and traditional pizza served in a historic setting beloved by generations of Neapolitans.

Seafood lovers dreaming of a dinner with a view should head a little further to Posillipo, where Rosiello offers classic Neapolitan recipes alongside an incredible panorama.

Back near Santa Lucia, La Cantinella is a guarantee for those seeking an elegant setting and traditional Neapolitan cuisine. Perfect for a peaceful and refined evening.

For true gourmet lovers, Palazzo Petrucci is a must-visit: this Michelin-starred restaurant in Via Posillipo perfectly combines creativity, technique, local ingredients, and impeccable service.

If you want to experience a more typical and genuine side of Naples without moving far, La Scialuppa at Borgo Marinari is the ideal choice: simple, authentic seafood dishes in the charming atmosphere of an ancient village.

Just a few steps away, Crudo Re offers exquisite seafood and raw dishes in a stylish and modern setting.

Those who wish to dive into true Neapolitan tradition can opt for Europeo di Mattozzi or Ristorante Al 53 in Piazza Dante: home-style cooking, ancient flavors, and warm hospitality.

Finally, seafood enthusiasts will find a small paradise at Trattoria Da Dora, where every dish tells the story of the sea with simplicity and mastery.

And of course, in Naples, pizza is a must:Just a short walk from Santa Lucia, you’ll find excellent pizzerias like Fresco, Antonio & Antonio, and the historic Brandi.Those wanting to explore further can easily reach by taxi some of Naples' pizza temples like 50 Kalò, Starita a Materdei, Sorbillo, Di Matteo, and Da Michele in the historic center.

Restaurants:

La Scialuppa

• Location: Borgo Marinari, Santa Lucia

• Cuisine: Seafood, traditional Neapolitan

• Price range: Medium

• Atmosphere: Typical, with outdoor seating

• Closed on Mondays

Caruso Roof Garden Restaurant

• Location: Hotel Vesuvio, Via Partenope

• Cuisine: Gourmet Neapolitan

• Price range: High

• Atmosphere: Elegant, panoramic rooftop

• Open Tuesday to Friday for dinner, Saturday for lunch and dinner, Sunday for lunch. Closed on Mondays

Vesuvio Sky Lounge Solarium & Cocktail Bar

• Location: 10th floor, Hotel Vesuvio

• Offer: Cocktails, aperitifs

• Price range: Medium-high

• Atmosphere: Modern, panoramic

La Cantinella

• Location: Via Cuma 42

• Cuisine: Traditional Neapolitan

• Price range: High

• Atmosphere: Refined

• Closed on Sundays

Ciro a Mergellina

• Location: Via Mergellina 21

• Cuisine: Seafood, pizza

• Price range: Medium

• Atmosphere: Traditional, family-style

• Closed on Mondays

Rosiello

• Location: Via Posillipo 268

• Cuisine: Traditional Neapolitan, seafood

• Price range: Medium-high

• Atmosphere: Elegant, seaside view

• Closed on Wednesdays

Palazzo Petrucci

• Location: Via Posillipo 16/C

• Cuisine: Contemporary, gourmet

• Price range: High

• Atmosphere: Modern, elegant, seaside view

Crudo Re

• Location: Via Partenope

• Cuisine: Seafood, traditional cuisine

• Price range: Medium-high

• Atmosphere: Modern, intimate

Europeo di Mattozzi

• Location: Via Marchese Campodisola 4

• Cuisine: Traditional Neapolitan

• Price range: Medium

• Atmosphere: Simple, traditional

• Closed on Sundays

Ristorante Al 53

• Location: Piazza Dante 53

• Cuisine: Traditional Neapolitan

• Price range: Medium

• Atmosphere: Cozy

Trattoria Da Dora

• Location: Via Ferdinando Palasciano 30

• Cuisine: Fresh seafood, traditional

• Price range: Medium-high

• Atmosphere: Simple, family-style

• Closed on Mondays

Recommended Pizzerias in Naples:

Within walking distance from Santa Lucia:

• Fresco (Via Partenope): Classic and creative pizza, youthful atmosphere

• Antonio & Antonio (Via Partenope): Traditional pizzas, lively atmosphere

• Brandi (Via Chiaia): Historic, birthplace of the Margherita pizza, traditional setting

Reachable by taxi (no reservations accepted):

• 50 Kalò (Piazza Sannazaro): Contemporary pizza, modern atmosphere

• Starita a Materdei: Traditional pizza and "angioletti" (fried dough strips), authentic atmosphere

In the historic center (no reservations accepted):

• Sorbillo (Via dei Tribunali): Iconic pizza, popular setting

• Di Matteo (Via dei Tribunali): Pizza and typical fried street food, authentic atmosphere

• Antica Pizzeria Da Michele (Via Cesare Sersale): Only margherita and marinara pizzas, essential and cult setting