What should I order at Tigullio?
Tigullio
Seafood Pasta
Mentioned multiple times as a favorite dish with lots of seafood and perfect sauce, served family style and highly praised for its authentic taste.
Focaccia (including Focaccia con formaggio e pesto, Focaccia di Recco, and Focaccia pizzata)
Repeatedly highlighted as exceptional, with some reviewers calling it the best focaccia they've ever had, describing it as simply gorgeous and a must-try item.
Trofie al Pesto
Recommended for its excellent taste and portion size, noted as spectacular and a great choice for classic Ligurian pasta.
Fish Soup
Praised for being a giant bowl of mixed seafood with a mind-blowing broth, making it a standout seafood dish.
Thin Crust Pizza
Mentioned as a good local pizza option, appreciated for its quality and value.
Nicoise Ensalata
Enjoyed with anchovies and considered a nice shareable salad option.
Location details
Corso Giacomo Matteotti, 80, Rapallo, Metropolitan City of Genoa, 16035, IT
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Tigullio
Tigullio is a bar, pizza restaurant, and restaurant in Rapallo, in the Metropolitan City of Genoa. Reviewers consistently praise its cheese focaccia, thin crust pizza, seafood pasta, and local Italian dishes, along with friendly staff and a local, non-touristy feel. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, and the price range is €10–20. It offers dine-in and takeout, accepts reservations, and is noted as good for solo dining and groups.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked questions
What is Tigullio known for?
Tigullio is best known for its cheese focaccia, especially the focaccia di Recco style, which reviewers call exceptional and worth ordering with pesto or prosciutto crudo. People also highlight the seafood pasta and thin crust pizza as standout specialties.
What dishes are most recommended at Tigullio?
Reviewers most often recommend the cheese focaccia, trofie with pesto, seafood pasta, and clam and mussel soup or fish soup. The seafood dishes are praised for generous portions and lots of seafood, while the focaccia is repeatedly described as a must-try.
What is the atmosphere like at Tigullio?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with a clean diner-style setting and local vibes. It seems to suit solo diners, groups, and tourists looking for a non-touristy meal in Rapallo.
Is Tigullio good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly say the prices are good, and the listed price range is €10–20. Comments mention low-priced house wine, a huge pizza for €5, and a full meal for two at about €25, which makes it feel like local pricing rather than beach-area tourist pricing.
When should you visit Tigullio?
If you are planning a meal around lunch, note that one review says businesses in the area often close for 2 to 3 hours after lunch. Reviewers also mention daily menu items, so it can be a good stop when you want straightforward local food rather than a long, formal meal.
Is parking available at Tigullio?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is Tigullio kid-friendly?
Yes, Tigullio is good for kids.
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