Restaurants in Maratea | Pizzerias and Trattorias

Eat well in MARATEA. The Restaurants

An independent guide INDEPENDENT to choose from the many offers of the restaurants in the Maratea area, with local, regional, or international proposals, for all tastes and budgets.
Help to get to know the various establishments - restaurants, pizzerias, trattorias, gourmet shops, roasters, pubs - of every village in Maratea, to organize your dinner with friends or for a snack.

ORDER OF PRESENTATION
The restaurants are listed in geographical order, from the North Coast to the South Coast, passing through the Historic Center and the mountain fractions:

North Coast [Acquafredda & Cersuta]
Porto-Fiumicello Santavenere
Valley [Campo, Ondavo & Santa Maria]
Historic Center
Mountain Villages [Massa & Santa Caterina]
South Coast [Castrocucco & Marina]

For each restaurant, the following are reported, when present:

Restaurant Features
Specialties
Average prices excluding drinks
TripAdvisor Rating / The Fork and/or a summary of online reviews
Editorial evaluation with direct test for quality/price ratio, expressed in "Anchors": from 1 (low) to 5 (exceptional)

The information provided is supplied by the venue owners or gathered from FB sites/pages and generally from the Web and compiled by the editorial staff

UPDATED TO JULY 2025

Cold Water - VILLA CHETA ELITE

The Restaurant Villa Cheta welcomes guests with elegant liberty style, refined furnishings, and a sea view. The cuisine, light and contemporary, highlights Mediterranean flavors with dishes inspired by the garden, the sea, and aromatic herbs. Attention to the well-being of the guest with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options upon request.

Specialty: Baked Sea Bream with Potato Crust and Eggplant Sauce
Prices: from 35 euros
TripAdvisor rating 4.5/5
Summary of web reviews 4.4/5 (*)
Evaluation: ND

Via Timpone, 46 Acquafredda
GOOGLE MAPS
(+39) 0973 878134
EMAIL
TOWeb

(*) SUMMARY OF CURRENT WEB REVIEWS

A high-end restaurant, ideal for those seeking quality cuisine in a charming setting. Perfect for a special evening, with only small margins for improvement regarding menu variety.

Cold Water - BY PEPPE

Da Peppe restaurant welcomes with a warm and relaxed atmosphere, ideal for enjoying seafood dishes and Lucanian specialties outdoors under the summer gazebo. The menu is rich and varied, blending tradition and taste, and includes a wide selection of pizzas, prepared with naturally leavened dough to ensure lightness and digestibility. Authentic flavors to satisfy everyone, young and old.

Specialities: Mediterranean cuisine, Seafood, Pizza

Prices: from 20 euro
TripAdvisor Rating 3.5/5
Online Reviews Summary 4.2/5 (*)
Rating: ND
Via Luppa,3 Acquafredda
Tel.(+39)0973 878000

(*)Synthetic judgment from reviews present on the web:
The Restaurant Da Peppe offers high-level cuisine with fresh ingredients and well-balanced seafood and land dishes, as well as quality pizza with digestible dough and original pairings. The environment is welcoming and familiar, the service attentive and courteous. Some isolated issues (hygiene, waiting times) do not affect the overall extremely positive judgment. Excellent value for money, ideal for family dinners, groups, or carefree evenings.

Cold Water - THE GULL

The restaurant Il Gabbiano in Maratea, a typical hotel restaurant with a view of the sea, offers Mediterranean cuisine based on fresh ingredients and traditional dishes, particularly fish and homemade pasta. The wine selection is good. The atmosphere is well-cared-for and suitable for quiet dinners or celebrations.

Specialities: Local cuisine & seafood
Prices: From €30
TripAdvisor rating: Not available
Overall rating from online reviews: 4.3/5 (*)
Our rating: Not available
Via Luppa 24, Acquafredda
Tel.: +39 0973 878011

(*)Summary judgment from reviews present on the web:

The Restaurant Il Gabbiano is a good choice for those looking for fresh seafood, generous portions, and friendly staff, all at a great quality-price ratio. The venue offers a reassuring experience, suitable for both family lunches and relaxed dinners with a sea view. Those seeking more creative or refined cuisine might look elsewhere, but for a satisfying meal without surprises, it is a recommended stop.

Cersuta - FROM CAESAR 3

Cersuta

A locale with a long tradition of good cooking, particularly renowned for fish dishes. Terrace with a spectacular view of the sea.

Price from 20 to 50€
TripAdvisor Rating 4/5
Evaluation:

Cersuta National Road

tel. (+39) 0973 871 840

Santavenere River - THE LANTERNS

The restaurant at Hotel Santavenere offers a modern take on traditional Italian cuisine. Tasting menus take you on an emotional journey through local flavors and innovation. The large windows of the indoor dining room overlook the sea, and the spacious patio allows for outdoor dining on summer evenings.

Average price 40 €
TripAdvisor score n.d.
Rating: 4
Available on THE FORK

Stefano Rivetti Way, 1
GOOGLE MAPS
(+39) 0973 876910
EMAIL
TOWeb

Port - THREE KNOTS 3

Situated in one of the most spectacular points of the Port of Maratea, TRE NODI is a new restaurant that offers a menu based on fish of the day.

Price from 20 to 60 euros
TripAdvisor rating 4/5
Evaluation:

3 Via Porto Crivo, PORTO

RESERVE (+39) 0973 302739

Porto - RED TAVERN DARIO AMARO

The Red Lantern Restaurant – Dario Amaro is a historic location in Maratea renovated in 2021 with the vision of chef Dario Amaro, who combines international experiences and Lucanian roots. The cuisine is fine dining, modern and creative, yet anchored to tradition. The à la carte and tasting menus offer fish dishes and original pairings, providing a gastronomic experience that tells the story of the territory and the chef’s personal vision.

Specialty: Fish
Prices: from 30 euros
TripAdvisor rating 4.5/5
Summary of web reviews 4.2/5 (*)

Evaluation: ND

Porto Arenile Street

GOOGLE MAPS
(+39) 331 914 7874
EMAIL

TOWeb

(*)Summary judgment from reviews present on the web:

The Red Lantern Restaurant – Dario Amaro is an excellent choice for those seeking a refined gastronomic experience by the port. High-quality cuisine, a suggestive location, and friendly service make it a reference point in Maratea. The fine dining kitchen is well executed but could gain in character and precision of service. Perfect for a special evening, with costs commensurate with the experience.

Port - YUMARA TERRAZZES OF TASTE

Port of Maratea

Porto - LIFEBOAT 25

Port of Maratea

Santavenere River - THE SUN

Pizza place
Via Santavenere

Santavenere Riverboat - THE CABIN

streamlet

A young restaurant that has already reached the top of Maratea's cuisine thanks to the skill of its Chef. Reimagined local dishes and the dad fisherman who supplies the fresh ingredients that are the winning elements of the place.

Price from 20 to 50€
TripAdvisor Rating 4.5/5
Rating :

24 Santavenere Street

BOOK (+39)340 971 4623

Historic Center - ROVITA TAVERN

Located on the street of the same name, Restaurant Taverna Romita continues the tradition of its founder, the legendary Ciccillo. One of the few restaurants in Maratea mentioned in the famous Michelin Guide. Lucanian traditional dishes, Historic Center

Historic Center - ROLLING STEAKS PUB 3

Center

Recently opened in the heart of the Historic Center.
Gourmet sandwiches with premium meats, meat dishes, and international beers.

Prices from 8 to 25 €
TripAdvisor rating 3.5/5
Rating : 3

Garibaldi Street, 6 / Buraglia Square - Historic Center

phone. (+39) 349 4118861

Historic Center - DIVINE

Center

Typical Wine Bar with cheese board and other Lucanian and Calabrian products. Live music evenings.

Price from 8 to 24€
TripAdvisor score n.d.
Rating: N.D.
Available on THE FORK

Mandarini Street, 30c Historic Center

tel. (+39) 380 693 9844

Historic Center - LIBERATORE

Center

PIZZERIA FOR TAKEOUT AND ROTISserie - Pizzas, stuffed calzones, gastronomy take away.
Try the Lasagna and Eggplant Parmigiana.

Price n.d.
TripAdvisor Rating 3/5
Rating : N.D.

F. Sisinni Square
Historic Center

phone. +393386706103

Historic center - BEAUTIFUL LUCANIA

Center

Home-made pasta and local cuisine, with a prevalence of fish. Pizza place.

Price €€-€€€
TripAdvisor rating 3.5/5
Rating: 2
Available on THE FORK

Salvo D'Acquisto Street (near Padre Pio Parking) - Historic Center

Historic Center - ZU CICCO'S TAVERN

- Historic Center
Typical Lucanian cuisine, trendy, LIVE MUSIC

Historic Center - THE TOWER

Typical trattoria with Lucanian cuisine located in the historic city center, with tourist menu and pizzeria.

Price from 20 to 70€
TripAdvisor score 2,5/5
Evaluation:

Piazza Vitolo - Historic Center
book +390973876227

Historic Center - THE SEA PARADE

Garibaldi Street - Historic Center

Historic Center - HOST

Historic center

Historic center - CLOSED

Historic center

Valley [Ondavo] - SANTA LUCIA DA BIAGIO

Trattoria with the maritime flavors of old with the sons continuing the tradition of the legendary Biagio. Typical dishes of Maratea.

Ondavo Street

Valley [Field] - THE FLAVORS OF MARIANNA

MARATEA

Valley [Santa Maria] - Agriturismo BARON'S ESTATE

Farm stay in the Valley of Maratea

Mass - CASALE DE FILIPPO

Mass

The restaurant is open for aperitif and dinner; you can enjoy our dishes in the intimate internal dining room or outdoors, in the gazebo or under the garden patio lights. The cuisine at the Country House is simple and genuine, with traditional flavors and local ingredients, made from family recipes and seasonal dishes with products from our farm and Lucanian farms.

Price from to €
TripAdvisor score n.d.
Rating: N.D.

Massa Prato 25
GOOGLE MAPS
(+39) 340 9067679
EMAIL
TOWeb

Massa - EPICURUS' GARDEN

Mass

Specialty: homemade first courses, grilled meats and typical cheeses
Prices: from 25 to 40 euros

TripAdvisor Rating 4.5/5
Rating:

Massa Road
Tel. (+39)0973 870130

Saint Catherine - PICCOLO RANCH

St. Catherine

Specialty: Homemade fresh pasta. Pizza

Prices from 15 to 22 euros
TripAdvisor score n.d.
Evaluation: .

Santa Caterina Contrada
(+39) 0973 870237

Marina - THE LODGE OF NEPTUNE

Marina

16 Citrosello Street
MARINA
Tel.(+39) 0973 879126

Specialty: Local cuisine

Prices: from 20 to 45 euros

Marina - WHITE HORSE

Great culinary tradition with pizza and fish done to perfection. Terrace with sea views and ample parking.

Price from 8 to 24€
TripAdvisor Rating 4/5
Evaluation:

State Route 18 - Marina

Phone: (+39) 0973 879009

Castrocucco - THE RUSTIC

Basic and rustic, name to name. Large terrace with sea view. New management, with a simple menu but with genuine ingredients. Parking right in front of the establishment.