Il Ristoro dei Grimaldi — Restaurant in Genoa

After a long and exhausting journey we arrived in Genoa hungry today. I immediately noticed this small but very pretty restaurant, which I saw many locals order there. A good first sign.

I ordered the vegetarian Pizza Italia with pomodore, burrata and pesto for around 8€, which I think is a very good price. After the pizza was brought to my table by the nice woman after a short wait, I took my first bite. I was surprised. The base was incredibly thin, soft and crispy on the outside. The tomato sauce was fruity and mild. The pesto made me even happier. Fresh, tasty, vibrant and not too much. Just like the burrata which was evenly distributed on the pizza.

So every single bite was a real highlight. Thank you for the delicious food, we would love...

Italy means pizza, pizza means cheese to me. I picked this place by luck from Google Maps and I am glad I did. It was close to the hotel and did not want to eat hotel food. If you are in italy there are few things to eat before you leave and pizza is one of them. The shop is small but so authentic, full of antique-like stuff. I would not stay long in Genoa but this place is a must-try. Quattro formaggi is so tasty. Owners are so hospitable and lovely and customers looked regulars to me. I think they have only one size and that's enough for one person and it was only 7.50 which is Okay for this pizza. Sorry the pizza looks messed-up in the photo because I rushed to hotel before it gets cold:) but still...

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC. My family and I ended up at Il Ristoro dei Grimaldi "by accident", because we were trying to have dinner but every restaurant in the surroundings was closed, so we walked by and decided to give it a try. Turns out it was one of the best things about our weekend in Genova. The place is beautiful, cozy, the service is absolutely fantastic. They treat you almost like you're a family member. We felt like we were eating at their dining room in their house. And of course the food is delicious! Please do not miss the chance to stop by if you're in Genova....