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Il Giamaranto
Seafood
Most frequently praised overall; reviewers repeatedly call it high quality, wonderful, fresh, and among the best seafood dishes in Sassari.
Fish dishes
Mentioned many times as excellent and fresh, with guests enjoying multiple different fish dishes over several nights and describing the fish flavor as unbelievable.
Pasta
Specifically highlighted for tasting surprisingly good despite its simplicity, with one reviewer calling it the best pasta they had at an Italian restaurant.
Fish sauté of the day
Called out as a favorite and described as very good, making it one of the standout specific dishes in the reviews.
Steak filet
Mentioned as part of a dinner with several different dishes and noted as enjoyable, even among a seafood-focused menu.
Location details
Via Alghero, 69, Sassari, Metropolitan City of Sassari, 07100, IT
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 1 to 2:30 PM, 8 to 10:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 1 to 2:30 PM, 8 to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 1 to 2:30 PM, 8 to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 1 to 2:30 PM, 8 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 1 to 2:30 PM, 8 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 1 to 2:30 PM, 8 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Il Giamaranto
Il Giamaranto is a seafood and Italian restaurant in Sassari, Metropolitan City of Sassari. Reviewers consistently praise the high quality of the ingredients, especially fresh fish, bottarga, and Sardinian dishes like pane carasau and mixed fried seafood. The food is also noted for strong presentation, with many comments about each dish being carefully plated. It offers dine-in service for lunch and dinner, with a cozy, quiet, and romantic atmosphere.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Il Giamaranto known for?
It is best known for seafood dishes built around fresh fish and bottarga, with reviewers repeatedly calling out the quality of the ingredients. People also mention Sardinian specialties and the careful presentation of each plate, which makes the meal feel polished rather than ordinary.
What dishes are most recommended at Il Giamaranto?
Reviewers specifically highlight fish dishes, mixed fried seafood, bottarga-based plates, and pasta that is described as tasting especially good in its simplicity. Pane carasau and the daily fish sautee also come up as memorable items, along with the restaurant’s steak filet for diners who want something other than seafood.
What is the atmosphere like at Il Giamaranto?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, romantic, and trendy, with table service that feels attentive and personal. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners, and several reviews mention a welcoming room where many guests seem to know the staff and each other.
Is Il Giamaranto good value for the price?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly say it is worth the price, and the listed range is €40 to €50. One detailed review puts a full dinner with starter, main, water, wine, dessert, and coffee at about €35 to €45 per person, which supports the value for the quality of seafood and wine.
Do you need a reservation at Il Giamaranto?
Reservations are accepted, and both lunch and dinner reservations are recommended. That is useful because the restaurant is popular with groups and tourists, and parking is noted as usually difficult to find.
Is parking available at Il Giamaranto?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Il Giamaranto have vegetarian options?
Yes, Il Giamaranto offers vegetarian options.
Is Il Giamaranto kid-friendly?
Yes, Il Giamaranto is good for kids.
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