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Where to Eat in Cagliari
The Places I Recommend to My Guests
Every week, I welcome travellers from around the world and guide them on a journey through Sardinia's wines, extra virgin olive oil, artisan cheeses, craft beer, historic markets and traditional cuisine.
At the end of almost every food and wine experience with Le Strade del Gusto, I am asked the same question:
"Where should we eat in Cagliari?"
Over the years, I have put together a selection of restaurants, pizzerias, gelato shops, delicatessens and pastry shops that I enjoy recommending to visitors who want to discover the city through its food.
This Food Guide is not a ranking and it is not based on online reviews. It is simply a personal selection of places I know well and recommend for their quality, hospitality and authentic Sardinian character.
Enjoy exploring... and enjoy your meal!
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Restaurants
Antica Cagliari
🍽 Speciality: Seafood and traditional Sardinian cuisine
One of the restaurants I recommend most often to anyone who wants to experience Cagliari's traditional cuisine for the first time. Expect fresh seafood, a welcoming atmosphere and classic Sardinian recipes prepared with care.
✨ Why go: for the seafood fregula, the catch of the day and a pleasant atmosphere in the heart of the city.
Su Cumbidu
🍽 Speciality: Traditional Sardinian cuisine
One of the best places to experience authentic Sardinian cooking. Traditional recipes, generous portions and a menu that celebrates the island's culinary heritage.
✨ Why go: for the famous roast suckling pig (porceddu), culurgiones and seadas.
Sa Domu Sarda
🍽 Speciality: Traditional Sardinian cuisine
An excellent choice for first-time visitors to Sardinia who would like to discover the island's most iconic dishes in a warm and elegant setting.
✨ Why go: to taste classics such as malloreddus, culurgiones, pecora in cappotto and seadas.
Ristorante Italia
📍 Via Sardegna, 26A – Cagliari
🍽 Speciality: Seafood
A long-established restaurant where seafood takes centre stage. Expect classic recipes, fresh ingredients and a refined yet relaxed atmosphere.
✨ Why go: for high-quality seafood prepared with simplicity and respect for tradition.
Josto
🍽 Speciality: Contemporary cuisine
One of Cagliari's most exciting dining experiences. Sardinian ingredients are reinterpreted with creativity while remaining deeply connected to local traditions.
✨ Why go: for a modern and memorable fine dining experience.
ChiaroScuro by Marina Ravarotto
📍 Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 380 – Cagliari
🍽 Speciality: contemporary cuisine
An elegant restaurant where seasonal ingredients and excellent local produce are transformed into refined and creative dishes.
✨ Why go: for a special dinner focused on culinary research and to taste the famous filindeu (angel hair pasta).
Luigi Pomata
📍 Viale Regina Margherita, 18 – Cagliari
🍽 Speciality: Bluefin tuna and seafood
Chef Luigi Pomata is internationally recognised for his expertise in bluefin tuna. His restaurant is a must for seafood lovers.
✨ Why go: to discover bluefin tuna prepared in creative and delicious ways.
Pizzerias
Framento
📍 Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 94 – Cagliari
🍕 Speciality: Contemporary pizza
Contemporary pizza with long-fermented dough and carefully selected ingredients.
✨ Why go: for one of the city's best contemporary pizzas.
Pbread Natural Bakery
📍 Viale Cristoforo Colombo, 2D – Cagliari
🍕 Speciality: Gourmet pizza
An original concept combining carefully crafted dough with creative toppings.
✨ Why go: if you're looking for something a little different.
Sa Scolla
🍕 Speciality: Traditional pizza
Traditional-style pizza made with quality flours and carefully selected ingredients.
✨ Why go: for an authentic pizza prepared with great attention to detail.
Pizzeria Grains
📍 Via Dante Alighieri, 14A – Cagliari
🍕 Speciality: Contemporary pizza
A modern pizzeria where the quality of the dough is always the star.
✨ Why go: for contemporary pizza made with premium ingredients.
Gelato shops
I Fenu
📍 Piazza Galileo Galilei, 35 – Cagliari
🍨 Speciality: Artisan gelato
An artisan gelato shop known for its excellent ingredients and creative flavours inspired by the local area.
✨ Why go: for authentic artisan gelato made with high-quality ingredients.
Peter Pan
🍨 Speciality: Artisan gelato
A perfect stop during a walk through the city centre.
✨ Why go: for a delicious artisan gelato while exploring Cagliari.
Kremet
🍨 Speciality: Artisan gelato and desserts
Known for its artisan gelato, Kremet is also a great place for crêpes, churros and other sweet treats.
✨ Why go: for excellent gelato in one of Cagliari's liveliest squares.
Cheese & Charcuterie Boards
Salsamenteria
📍 Via Sidney Sonnino, 154 - Cagliari
🧀 Speciality: Cheese and charcuterie boards
A great choice for an aperitivo featuring Sardinian cheeses, cured meats and local wines.
✨ Why go: to enjoy a relaxed aperitivo with authentic Sardinian flavours.
Comus
📍 Piazza San Giuseppe, 4 – Cagliari
🧀 Speciality: Sardinian cheeses, cured meats and local wines
A perfect stop for anyone who loves high-quality cured meats, cheeses and local delicacies.
✨ Why go: for a generous tasting board showcasing Sardinia's finest traditional products.
Pastry Shops
Ditrizio Pasticceria
📍 Via Francesco Crispi, 21 - Cagliari
🍰 Speciality: Contemporary French-inspired pastry
A modern pastry shop where craftsmanship, creativity and elegance come together. Inspired by the finest French pastry traditions, Ditrizio offers beautifully crafted desserts, refined pastries and modern creations that combine exceptional technique with perfectly balanced flavours.
✨ Why go: for breakfast or to experience contemporary pastry at its finest. Don't miss the Maritozzo – it's an absolute must-try.
Matrice Pasticceria
🍰 Speciality: Contemporary pastry
A contemporary pastry shop combining creativity with excellent craftsmanship.
✨ Why go: for elegant and modern desserts. Try the traditional Cagliari-style pizzetta.
Pasticceria Piemontese
📍 Via Enrico Lai, 4 – Cagliari
🍰 Speciality: Traditional pastry
One of the city's historic pastry shops, loved by both locals and visitors.
✨ Why go: for a sweet break while exploring Cagliari. If you're visiting during Carnival, don't miss the traditional zeppole – they're a seasonal favourite.
Before You Choose...
Every place in this guide tells a different story about Cagliari's food culture.
Whether you're looking for a traditional dinner, an outstanding pizza, artisan gelato or a relaxed aperitivo, my advice is always the same: take your time, enjoy local seasonal ingredients and discover Sardinia one bite at a time.
Discover Sardinia Through Its Flavours
This Food Guide is designed to help you choose where to eat in Cagliari.
If you would like to experience Sardinia beyond the table, I invite you to discover the experiences organised by Le Strade del Gusto: winery visits, cheese factories, olive oil mills, craft breweries, historic markets and cooking classes where you can meet the people behind Sardinia's finest food traditions.