Il Piccolo Bistro' — Restaurant in Ventimiglia

This restaurant is right next to my place, and the location is truly lovely—quiet, unique, and inviting. The service was excellent: warm, gracious, and attentive throughout the evening. As a retired chef, I tend to notice the details. I had the pinse-style pizza and breaded anchovies. While the presentation was fine, it was clear the anchovies came straight from the freezer to the fryer or oven. The dough had that classic Roman-style crispness, but lacked the depth of flavor you'd expect from a well-fermented base. Other guests were enjoying pasta dishes that looked well-prepared and appetizing. Prices were on the higher side, especially with the cover charge added. If you're looking for more distinctive local flavors, I’d recommend Orlogio, just up the street—it offers a more interesting take on regional cuisine. This isn’t a negative review—just an honest observation. The place has charm and potential, and with a bit more attention to ingredient quality, it could...

Beautifully located in the heart of Old Town Ventimiglia, this spot is perfect for a summer lunch. The service was great. The pasta was excellent - perfectly al dente with a flavorful sauce. The bread provided with the pasta was dense and dry. The bruschetta, however, could use some improvement; it was almost like a pizza with raw tomatoes. I think it would be amazing with less or no cheese, bread toasted in olive oil with garlic, and the tomatoes tossed in balsamic vinegar with fresh basil and light seasoning. Overall, it was an...

Great food. Best to book if you’re going on a Sunday; we were sent away and had to come back the following day to a calmer and friendlier service. Pizza was delicious, we had the one with goat cheese pears and walnuts which came with some honey to add (delicious!). Also noteworthy was the fresh pasta. The star of the menu was the local starter though full of typical small parcels of vegetables in pastry. We had a delicious bottle of Ligurian...