Where to Eat in Abruzzo
Italian — Abruzzese — the best restaurants, must-try dishes, and practical dining tips for your wine trip to Abruzzo.
Local Cuisine
The culinary tradition of Abruzzo is rooted in Italian — Abruzzese cooking. Local restaurants pair regional dishes with wines from the surrounding vineyards, making dining an integral part of the wine country experience.
Must-Try Dishes
Restaurant Recommendations
Fine Dining
Reale Casadonna — Niko Romito
Three Michelin stars in Castel di Sangro, Niko Romito's austere and brilliant Italian cuisine — one of Italy's greatest restaurants
Essenza — Cristiana Romito
Sister restaurant to Reale in Castel di Sangro, inventive menu at more accessible prices
Bistro
Osteria di Chichibio — L'Aquila
L'Aquila institution for traditional Abruzzese dishes after the earthquake rebuild, great chitarra pasta
Casual
Trabocchi fish restaurants — Costa dei Trabocchi
Lunch on ancient wooden fishing platforms (trabocchi) along the Adriatic coast — seasonal fresh catch
Dining Etiquette & Tips
Tipping
Coperto €1–3. Tipping 5% for good service is appreciated.
Meal Times
Lunch: 13:00–15:00 · Dinner: 19:30–22:30
Reservations
Reale Casadonna requires months of advance booking. Trabocchi fish restaurants book up in summer.
Vegetarian Options
Moderate