Apricus Osteria & Bar — Restaurant in Apricale

We stayed as guests at the Apricus Locanda boutique hotel and were blown away by the breakfast served there in the morning. It was so great that we felt we must eat dinner at their sister restaurant, Apricus Osteria, located down the street. Sadly, it was a disappointing experience.

All of the dishes we had at Apricus Osteria were bland and uninspired. We ordered two daily specials (beef steak with ratatouille and gorgonzola sauce, spaghetti with local mushrooms) and two off the regular menu (Apricus salad, trofie pasta). Every dish was missing the correct balance of flavors and depth to make them truly delicious. The icing on the cake was the side of French fries that looked like they came from a bag in the freezer. These were also not flavorful. It isn’t easy to make French fries unappealing, but they did it. After two weeks of eating super well in Italy, this was a low note to end on.

My husband also noted the amount he was charged on the credit machine was higher than the bill he was given (115 euros vs 108.50 euros).

Positive points are the beautiful terrace and view.

(I would try the homemade pasta at the pizzeria next door, we had it the evening prior and it...

I am nervouse to write how much I enjoy eating the food from this kitchen. The chef has an excellent knowledge of ingredients and how to mix them. I had not eaten mozarella before I had eaten the Mozarella here. Sublime. I have eaten here many times and all is good. The classic Liguran rabbit stew is tops. The specials are always good. The olive oil and figs from their own trees and the fresh fresh bread is classic. The two brothers and charming waitress in front of house are warm, competent human beings. I will not mention the views and the sunset because the reason I love this restaurant is the food and the ambiance. I have eaten in all the restaurants in Apricale and nearby, and this is easily the best. Respect to the kitchen and respect to the energy and integrity of all...

We had such a lovely experience here! The staff was very friendly and welcoming, which immediately made us feel at ease. The menu is small, but every option is delicious, and there were also some great daily suggestions to choose from. The location is absolutely stunning – we enjoyed the most beautiful sunset of our entire holiday while dining here. Truly a place...