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Seafood restaurant in Vasto, Province of Chieti
What should I order at Il Re Pescatore?
What to order
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Nettle Pasta With Orata
Specifically called out as a must-try and described as one of the absolute best pastas the reviewer has had.
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Seafood Stew
Recommended as a generous, good-value dish with plenty of fish, shellfish, and squid, making it a satisfying seafood option for two.
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Ravioli
Praised for being very tasty during lunch, standing out among the dishes served.
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Squid
Highlighted for being incredibly fresh, contributing to the overall quality of the seafood dishes.
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Fish
Frequently described as fresh and excellent, with reviewers noting the quality of the fish-based dishes and seafood preparations.
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Cheesecake
Included in the dessert tasting menu and singled out as very good.
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Mille-Feuille
Also part of the dessert tasting menu and praised as excellent.
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Sear Tuna With Potatoes
Recommended as a tasty dish that the reviewers enjoyed alongside the seafood stew.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 10:30 PM |
About Il Re Pescatore
Il Re Pescatore is a seafood and Italian restaurant in Vasto, Province of Chieti, known for fish stew, Brodetto Alla Vastese, mixed fried seafood, and other fish-focused dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the freshness of the seafood, the quality of the cooking, and the friendly, attentive service. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, quiet, romantic, and trendy, with dine-in service and reservations recommended for lunch and dinner. The price range is €30–40, and guests often mention good value for the quality.
Amenities
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
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Il Re Pescatore known for?
It is best known for seafood dishes, especially fish stew and Brodetto Alla Vastese, which are the most frequently mentioned items in reviews. Guests also call out the fresh fish, squid, and mixed seafood preparations for tasting like the sea and being well executed.
What dishes are most recommended at Il Re Pescatore?
Reviewers most often recommend the fish stew, Brodetto Alla Vastese, mixed fried seafood, bottarga, and croaker. Specific dishes that stand out in the reviews include nettle pasta with orata, seared tuna with potatoes, seafood stew for two, ravioli, and the dessert tasting menu with cheesecake and mille-feuille.
What is the atmosphere like at Il Re Pescatore?
The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, quiet, romantic, and trendy, with a setting that feels welcoming rather than formal. Reviews mention it works well for groups and solo diners, and the staff’s warm, patient service makes it comfortable for a relaxed meal in Vasto.
Is Il Re Pescatore good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €30–40, and reviews repeatedly describe the food as very reasonable for the quality. Guests say the portions, such as the seafood stew for two, are generous and that the restaurant offers good value alongside excellent seafood and service.
Do I need a reservation at Il Re Pescatore?
Yes, reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and the restaurant accepts them. This is useful because reviews describe it as a sought-after seafood spot in Vasto, with some guests noting they found it by chance and then returned repeatedly.
Is parking available at Il Re Pescatore?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is Il Re Pescatore kid-friendly?
Yes, Il Re Pescatore is good for kids.
