Top 10 Premium & luxury Restaurants in Italy

Under the direction of the famous chef Heinz Beck, this cuisine is one of the most international in Italy. Its strength lies in its balance, constant experimentation and Mediterranean character. Impeccable service and a fantastic wine list make for a unique experience.

A modern restaurant with lots of flavour. The dishes are masterfully prepared by Massimiliano Alajmo, who offers creative cuisine with rich, authentic and avant-garde flavours. The "Cappuccino di Seppie al Nero" is a must. Excellent wine list.

Massimo Bottura is an artist and a meal in his famous restaurant, known with false modesty as the "Osteria", is an experience that leaves a lasting memory. Service at a high level and a well thought-out, extensive wine list.

This restaurant is a tribute to genuine Mediterranean cuisine. The combination of taste, sophisticated preparation techniques and first-class products makes for an exceptional experience. Honest cuisine that impresses with its elegance and modernity. Attentive and friendly service, a pleasure!

Chef Mauro Uliassi creates an experience for all the senses by combining traditional recipes, fresh ingredients and modern techniques, showcasing the different facets of the sea through creative and refined dishes. Sustainability plays a major role here.

Gerhard Wieser's dishes combine down-to-earth Alpine cuisine with light-footed Mediterranean elements and a touch of extravagance. His cuisine has won several awards and is rightly described as "fine dining" - every bite is a real wow moment. The panoramic view is just as impressive.

Heinrich Schneider skilfully captures the aromas and scents of nature, with herbs playing a central role. In his dishes, for example, he combines char with lemon balm, bronze fennel and garlic rocket - an earthy and refreshing composition. Tea also inspires.

Located in the hills of Colle di Val d'Elsa, the Trovato brothers' "Arnolfo" restaurant is an elegant place where taste and aesthetics come together to create a harmonious gastronomic symphony. The wine list and the walk-in wine cellar are a true tribute to the variety and excellence of wines from Italy and around the world.

Emanuele Scarello has been cooking at the highest level for years. The always smiling chef conjures up excellent seafood cuisine and dishes full of finesse with ingredients from the mountains and fields in a relaxed atmosphere. The result is a skillful potpourri of taste, tradition and quality. Refined, extensive wine list.

In an elegant and sumptuous setting, the cuisine of chef Marco Galtarossa under the supervision of Enrico Bartolini is able to fascinate and inspire. The gastronomic creations are characterised by the innovative use of local ingredients and are not only a delight for the palate, but also a real feast for the eyes thanks to their elaborate design. The wine list is impressive and the service is professional.

In the heart of the picturesque baroque district of Ragusa Ibla, nestled in the historic Palazzo La Rocca, the Duomo restaurant invites you on a gastronomic journey through the diverse influences that have shaped Sicily. The dishes combine flavours that know how to fascinate and appeal to all the senses. Special attention is paid to the wine list - the artful combinations and creations surprise and delight in equal measure.

Antony Genovese's fusion cuisine mixes Mediterranean with Asian influences. The creative and innovative dishes are matched with an attentive service by Maitre Matteo Zappile and his extensive wine list.

Located in the elegant The Ashbee Hotel in Taormina, the restaurant boasts a breathtaking view of the Strait of Messina. The cuisine bears the signature of Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck and resident chef Salvatore Iuliano, who together create sophisticated dishes - a harmonious combination of elegance, intense flavours and a passionate, colourful interpretation of Mediterranean cuisine. An exquisite wine list and first-class 5-star service round off the exclusive dining experience.

Chef Perbellini once took his first steps on the gastronomic stage in this historic restaurant in Verona, today he is the host himself. The cuisine on offer is one in which the chef perfectly executes his style; one of the three tasting menus is vegetarian. Well conceived and stimulatingly presented dishes, refined wine list.

Dishes with flair, regionality and creativity. Distinctive flavours and refined, excellent ingredients make for a profound gastronomic experience that bears the signature of the Portinari brothers. The service is outstanding. Wonderful wine list.

Founded by the brothers Remo and Mario Capitaneo in the heart of Milan, the restaurant is characterised by its innovative concept: an open kitchen that actively involves the guests. The gastronomic offering is modern, creative and places great emphasis on first-class, seasonal ingredients. The service is young, competent and attentive, and the wine selection is exquisite and carefully chosen.

The cuisine, influenced by the tradition of the region in a contemporary style, relies on exquisite ingredients of the highest quality, which are transformed into refined, colourful and enjoyable dishes. This is complemented by a carefully curated wine list that is harmoniously matched to the menu and knows how to surprise with selected, special labels. Once a simple village tavern, the restaurant has been transformed into an elegant and inviting environment where a fragrant herb garden welcomes and enchants guests.

Head chef Mathias Bachmann masters sophisticated flavour cuisine like no other. Local products are complemented with exciting components and harmonise perfectly. Veal shoulder braised in whiskey wood or tuna with shiso cress parfait are just the beginning.

At Palazzo Portinari in the centre of Florence, chef Vito Mollica offers flavourful Michelin-starred cuisine with a focus on fish. The attentive service and the wine list, which bears the signature of Clizia Zuin, make for a great experience.

The restaurant is located on the 10th floor of the Grand Hotel Parker's in Naples and offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Chef Domenico Candela delights with creative, refined and rich cuisine. His flagship dishes include creations such as POMOD'ORO': Spaghettone di Gragnano, a pasta dish with tomatoes from companies in various consistencies. The extensive wine list is also worth mentioning.