The richness of the sea, a very special soil and the multifaceted history of this region have made Friuli Venezia Giulia a culinary treasure trove. Brimming with tradition, fresh ideas and innovative interpretations. Here you can find our favourite restaurants in and around Grado. For a first-class gourmet holiday.
The culinary highlights of Friuli Venezia Giulia
Favourite restaurants
Al Casone
CUISINE: Grado’s seafood cuisine by the golf course
PRICE: $$
AMBIENCE: Mediterranean
TIP: Soak up the atmosphere on the terrace
DISTANCE: 0 minutes
Ristorante Pizzeria Bella Grado
CUISINE: classic Italian
PRICE: $$
AMBIENCE: informal
TIP: they have gluten-free pizza here
DISTANCE: 10 minutes
Al Granaio
CUISINE: seasonal, regional
PRICE: $$$
AMBIENCE: informal
TIP: ask for the day’s specials
DISTANCE: 10 minutes
Ristorante Alla Dama Bianca in Duino
CUISINE: Fish
PRICE: $$$
AMBIENCE: Mediterranean
TIP: Book a table on the terrace at sunset
DISTANCE: 30 minutes (on the way back from Trieste)
Osteria Della Ribolla in Corno di Rosazzo
CUISINE: traditional, regional
PRICE: $$
AMBIENCE: rustic
TIP: Drink a glass of Ribolla Gialla
DISTANCE: 35 minutes
Le Dune in MariAno del Friuli
CUISINE: Fish. Fish. And more fish.
PRICE: $$$$
AMBIENCE: smart casual
TIP: Let the chef surprise you
DISTANCE: 25 minutes
Vi.Va.Braceria in Monfalcone
CUISINE: steak house
PRICE: $$$
AMBIENCE: informal
TIP: Pick out the meat in the showcase
DISTANCE: 15 minutes
1883 Restaurant & Rooms in Cervignano
CUISINE: Modern interpretations of classics
PRICE: $$$
AMBIENCE: smart casual
TIP: Wine from the Marche region
DISTANCE: 20 minutes
Osteria Altran* in Udine
CUISINE: Fine Dining, 1 Michelin star
PRICE $$$$
AMBIENCE: elegant
TIP: Tasting menu with wine accompaniment
DISTANCE: 15 minutes
La Subida* – Trattoria al Cacciatore in Cormons
CUISINE: Meat, local products, 1 Michelin star
PRICE: $$$$
AMBIENCE: modern
TIP: Be sure to reserve a table in advance
DISTANCE: 30 minutes
Ristorante Agli Amici 1887 ** in Udine
CUISINE: Haute cuisine, 2 Michelin stars
PRICE: $$$$
AMBIENCE: elegant
TIP: Take a look inside the cheese room
DISTANCE: 45 minutes
L'Argine a Vencò in Dolegna del Collio *
CUISINE: creative and sustainable, 1 Michelin star
PRICE: $$$$
AMBIENCE: charming and stylish
TIP: the exceptional wine list
DISTANCE: 45 minutes
Harry’s Bar** in Triest
CUISINE: Fine dining, 2 Michelin stars
PRICE: $$$$
AMBIENCE: elegant-modern
TIP: Aperitif on the Piazza Unità
DISTANCE: 50 minutes