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Seafood restaurant in Lamezia Terme, Province of Catanzaro
What should I order at Merlo Rosso?
What to order
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Mussels
Mentioned multiple times as delicious, marvelous, and a standout dish; reviewers praised its fresh flavor, generous portions, and traditional preparation.
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Baccala
Repeatedly recommended for being very tasty and prepared in a special, authentic way, making it one of the memorable seafood dishes.
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Seafood Pasta
Praised for being excellent, fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned, making it a strong recommendation among the pasta dishes.
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French Fries
Specifically highlighted as home-cut, cooked in clean oil, and delicious enough that one reviewer said they would return for them alone.
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Paella
Mentioned as a menu item with mixed detail, but still noted in a positive dining experience centered on the seafood selection.
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Spaghetti Alle Vongole
Recommended for its creamy texture and authentic preparation, with fresh ingredients contributing to its strong appeal.
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Crostini With Tuna And Cipolla Di Tropea
Described as an absolute must-try, praised for fresh ingredients and standout flavor.
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Linguine Agli Scogli
Directly recommended as a dish to try, described as providing a memorable, 'mystic experience' with the seafood.
Details
Location
Piazza Mercato Nuovo, 2, Lamezia Terme, Province of Catanzaro, 88046, IT
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 1 to 3 PM, 8 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 1 to 3 PM, 8 to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 1 to 3 PM, 8 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 1 to 3 PM, 8 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 1 to 3 PM, 8 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 1 to 3 PM |
About Merlo Rosso
Merlo Rosso is a seafood restaurant and diner in Lamezia Terme, in the Province of Catanzaro. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh fish, generous portions, and kind, attentive staff. The menu is described as short but well prepared, with dishes like mussels, seafood pasta, baccala, and fried fish getting repeated mention. It also offers dine-in and outdoor seating, with lunch and dinner service in a casual, cozy setting.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Merlo Rosso known for?
Merlo Rosso is best known for fresh seafood, especially mussels, fresh fish, and seafood pasta. Reviews repeatedly highlight the generous portions and the friendly service, with many guests calling out the quality of the fish and the value for the price.
What dishes are most recommended at Merlo Rosso?
Reviewers most often recommend the mussels, baccala, seafood pasta, fried fish platter, and spaghetti alle vongole. Other specific dishes that come up often are carbonara, peppered mussels, and the tuna crostini with cipolla di Tropea.
What is the atmosphere like at Merlo Rosso?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and a bit trendy, with a small intimate dining room and outdoor seating. It seems to suit couples, groups, and solo diners, and several reviews mention friendly service, live music, and a comfortable setting in the historic market area of Lamezia Terme.
Is Merlo Rosso good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers often say it offers great value for money, and the listed price range is €30–40. Guests mention fair prices for fresh seafood, generous portions, and a meal that feels worth it for the quality and service.
Do I need a reservation at Merlo Rosso?
Reservations are accepted, and both lunch and dinner reservations are recommended. Reviews say it can be busy, especially in the evening, so booking ahead is the safest way to avoid waiting.
Is parking available at Merlo Rosso?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Merlo Rosso have vegetarian options?
Yes, Merlo Rosso offers vegetarian options.
Is Merlo Rosso kid-friendly?
Yes, Merlo Rosso is good for kids.
