Ristorante da Nico — Restaurant in Matera

One of the better appointed restaurants we had the chance to see in Sassi di Matera. It’s just off the side of a busy touristy street and it felt really cosy, allowing us to dip in the amazing atmosphere of this historic region without being too crowded and loud.

We had no reservation but the staff welcomed us without hesitation and set us up with a table, fulfilling our demands for an outside setting so we can smoke, despite being a busy night and having no prior reservations.

Took a while to take our orders but the food was excellent and the pricing was reasonable for the area. The wine they serve by the glass was good enough, albeit being a bit pricy - €6 for a glass when mid-range bottles are around €24-5 seems on the expensive side.

The menu was simple yet elegant and they serve the traditional essentials for the region - just...

After a few days in Matera and having tried different places, Da Nico was our choice for the last night ( the only restaurant we repeated). We came hear as recommendation form a local trusted source, deemed very good quality and authentic. That is so true ! Everything we tried was delicious ( after having visited 12 out of 20 Italian regions, we have good reference ). The mix of typical Matera appetisers, different kinds of pasta, roster lamb, the tette delle monache, a delicious pastry originated here...

A truly lovely restaurant ran by local people who are passionate about their town, culture and above all - FOOD!

Nico is really an excellent chef and you simply MUST try the amazing ravioli he makes with lemon and codfish. It’s so unique and utterly DELICIOUS!

Fabiola gives you the most wonderful warm welcome and service too!

If you’re in Matera and want to eat authentically in the Sassi - this is the place for...