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Ristorante LA CANTINELLA in Metropolitan City of Naples

Experience a cozy Italian brasserie with a focus on angler fish and fresh seafood at Ristorante LA CANTINELLA in Napoli.

4.1 808 reviews Restaurant American · Southern

Via Cuma, Via Nazario Sauro, 42, 80132 Napoli NA, Italy

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Ristorante LA CANTINELLA

Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

Rae Seafood Appetizer Seafood Risotto Poulpe Sea Bass
Rating★ 4.1 / 5
CategoryRestaurant
Today 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Overview

About This Food Place

Ristorante LA CANTINELLA offers an elegant dining experience perched on a terrace overlooking the sea in Napoli. This upscale Italian and Neapolitan restaurant specializes in fish, seafood, and classic dishes like pizza and pasta, served with attentive table service in a cozy yet trendy atmosphere.

Visitors can enjoy great wines, coffee, and desserts while soaking in live music and rooftop seating that enhance the historic and romantic setting. Located at Via Cuma, Via Nazario Sauro, 42, this seafood brasserie has received high praise from locals and tourists alike for its delicious fare and inviting ambiance.

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Why People Come Here

Experience elegant dining on the Napoli coastline, featuring fresh seafood, Italian classics, and a cozy atmosphere perfect for any occasion.

Highly Rated Cuisine

With a solid 4.1-star rating from over 800 reviews, the restaurant delivers expertly prepared seafood and Italian dishes praised by locals and tourists alike.

Scenic Sea Views

Terrace seating overlooking the sea offers a romantic and historic setting that enhances every meal, especially during lunch and dinner hours.

Live Music Ambiance

Enjoy live piano performances that create a cozy and trendy atmosphere, making dining here memorable and relaxing.

Extensive Drinks Selection

The great wine list, cocktails, beers, and coffee options complement the healthy and late-night menu offerings perfectly.

Ideal for Groups and Solo Dining

Whether visiting alone or with company, the welcoming service, high chairs for children, and wheelchair accessibility ensure comfort for everyone.

Convenient Service Options

Dine-in only with attentive table service from lunch through late evening, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable dining experience.

Popular Seafood Dishes

Signature items like Seafood Risotto, Spaghetti Alle Vongole, and Sea Bass highlight the menu, satisfying seafood lovers and Italian cuisine fans.

Experience

When & How to Enjoy This Place

Perfect for savoring fresh seafood paired with fine wine, this location invites relaxed lunches and memorable dinners in an inviting seaside setting.

Experience a quiet, romantic evening with live piano melodies and expertly prepared dishes that highlight Napoli’s coastal cuisine, making every visit special whether dining alone or with a group. — FoodPlacee editorial note

Romantic Dinner

Enjoy a candlelit meal on the terrace with views of the Gulf of Naples, complemented by gourmet seafood risotto and an excellent wine selection.

Lunch Reservations

Reservations are recommended for lunch to experience popular dishes like Spaghetti Alle Vongole in a cozy, quiet atmosphere ideal for solo dining or intimate gatherings.

Live Music Evenings

The ambiance comes alive on weekends with live piano performances, creating a trendy yet historic backdrop for a savory dinner featuring fresh sea bass and delectable desserts.

Coffee & Dessert

End a midday or evening visit with great coffee and exquisite desserts while relaxing in comfortable rooftop seating overlooking the sea.

Group Dining

A welcoming venue for groups and tourists alike, offering an upscale yet cozy environment to savor Nutritious and flavorful seafood appetizers and wines.

Seamless Payments

Payments by credit, debit, and NFC mobile options make settling the bill easy, allowing guests to focus entirely on the culinary experience.

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Lunch Dinner Solo dining Groups Live music Coffee Wine list Credit cards

Guest sentiment

What People Feel

A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.

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Fat Shwa Guy 1 month ago

"Rustic furnishings. Succulent sea bass dish was the highlight. Musicians make the rounds to entertain guests. Would love to dine there again."

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Tiffany Beavers 2 month ago

"This place is so lovely and romantic! Excellent service and atmosphere! We will be back!"

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Sofia Colabella 2 month ago

"Stunning view on a wonderful, quiet Sunday; delicious food crafted and served with great care and expert culinary skill. Highly recommended the soufflé and all the veg. The eye fillet was pure perfection. I loved the coffee too."

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cheesecake demolisher 2 month ago

"We arrived with no reservation on a Friday night but were still greeted with a smile. The place was full of locals, so we knew we'd chosen something good. The service was grand, and the piano in the background really added to the atmosphere. The food itself was nice and there were plenty of gluten free options. Honestly, we felt we'd paid more for the service and atmosphere than the food. But in general, we left satisfied."

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Cossette Kelly Vujanov 3 month ago

"We had a wonderful time, Luciano was very nice, the view of the Vesuvius and the golf of Naples were the cherry on top."

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Tammy Ventura 3 month ago

"Want to step into a Time Machine right on the Napoli coastline? This is your place. Live music, cozy ambience, rustic delicious dishes that you could never dream to work? THIS is your place. We pored over the menu, on a slightly deserted Saturday night…the only souls sitting at the tables. And it was LOVELY. The attentiveness of the staff, the sweet cantinella (singer) engaging our table, the FOOD…need I say more? If I lived closer, I’d be here all the time. My pasta was DIVINE and my visitors were blown away by the delicacies they tasted. I wish I took more pics!!"

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Elizabeth Garnett 3 month ago

"we had a lovely evening. The location looking out over the bay of Naples is delightful even in the dark as one is aware of the sea and the lights twinkle. The service (Salvatore who was very charming and attentive and the sommelier who gave excellent advice) was perfect, as was the food - delicious ingredients beautifully cooked and presented."

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Jung Sae-In 5 month ago

"This is where the locals go for a good time. Lovely restaurant with excellent food and ambiance. Absolutely lovely. The steak was perfectly grilled, the seafood pasta was fresh and excellent and the chocolate cake was the perfect ending. It's a little more pricey than the pizza places but it's also a much better experience."

Visit info

When to Visit

Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.

Today Closed
Weekly hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Tuesday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Wednesday 08:30 PM - 01:30 AM
Thursday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Friday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Hours may change. Please confirm with the business before visiting.

Best time to visit

Plan your visit to enjoy the best dining experience with sea views, live music, and delicious meals during peak hours and quieter moments.

Lunchtime from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM (Reservations recommended) Dinner service 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM (Live music most evenings) Late-night dining available on Wednesdays until 1:30 AM Weekends popular with groups and tourists; book ahead Sundays offer longer lunch hours until 4:00 PM for a relaxing meal

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Where This Food Place Lives

Find your way to Ristorante LA CANTINELLA in Metropolitan City of Naples .

Address Via Cuma, Via Nazario Sauro, 42, 80132 Napoli NA, Italy
Phone +39 081 764 8684
Area Metropolitan City of Naples
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Questions answered

Food Place Questions

Find answers to common questions about dining at Ristorante LA CANTINELLA, including its cuisine, atmosphere, and services.

The restaurant specializes in Italian and Neapolitan seafood dishes, including angler fish, fresh fish, pizzas, and pasta, with an elegant seaside terrace setting.

Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday to Saturday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Wednesday has late hours from 8:30 PM to 1:30 AM. Sunday hours are 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Hours and availability may vary.

Yes, reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and the restaurant accepts them to ensure seating, especially during busy times.

Accessible features include a wheelchair accessible entrance and restroom, making it suitable for guests with mobility needs.

Highlights include Rae Seafood Appetizer, Seafood Risotto, Poulpe, Sea Bass, Spaghetti Alle Vongole, and Risotto Con Carpaccio Di Gamberi Limoni Canditi E 1 Ostrica among others.

The restaurant offers dine-in only and does not provide takeout services at this time.

Payments can be made using credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payment methods for added convenience.

The atmosphere is cozy, historic, quiet, romantic, trendy, and upscale with amenities like restrooms and rooftop seating. Live music often adds to the dining experience.

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