La Botteghina

Absolutely delicious and authentic restaurant! We ordered fregola and mussels and they were so flavourful and perfectly cooked. The staffs were very friendly and even the owners Giuseppe and Ryan were very welcoming. We were lucky to get a table on the rooftop terrace, which had such a warm and cozy atmosphere. The indoor seating was also very beautiful and lots of tables outside. This place is a hidden gem in Alghero. Highly recommend!

Really enjoyed our meals here, found the restaurant walking by and admiring the beautiful decor, came back the following evening, we were lucky with timing and had no wait time, the staff were all very polite and attentive, the food service was very fast and all the food was piping hot and fresh!

We came here having read the reviews online and seen it on TikTok… and it did not disappoint. It was genuinely the best pasta we’ve had in Italy. Flavoursome, well balanced and totally fresh. We had the ricotta ravioli and the mint and tomato pasta. The portion sizes were perfect. We had the Seada for dessert, shared between 2 and it was a lovely traditional sweet treat. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the terrace is cool with lovely foliage. We would definitely come back, mainly to try the pizza which looks so good - thin and crispy with fresh toppings, not too many choices… always a good thing! The kitchen is open on the ground floor which we also always love.

A rainy October day in Alghero and desperately searching for a place to eat lunch that was still open and had availability - and we stumbled on this gem. The 50cm pizza is no joke - a much thinner crust than traditional Neapolitan pizza. Easily enough to feed 3 people. The malloreddus pasta was absolutely delicious as well.

We were fortunate enough to stumble upon this charming restaurant unexpectedly, and our excitement was boundless when we laid eyes on the diverse array of dishes presented on the menu. The owner warmly welcomed us and graciously assisted us in choosing the most delightful selections to indulge in. We were pleasantly surprised by the reasonable prices and captivated by the remarkably fresh and flavorsome cuisine. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city center, the restaurant offered a few outdoor seating options, which allowed us to relish the delightful summer weather to the fullest. The entire experience exuded a cozy and inviting atmosphere, and the flavors of the food were simply irresistible. Departing from the restaurant, we were filled with contentment and satisfaction, immensely grateful to have chanced upon this hidden gem that made our day exceptionally memorable.

While discovering the old town we pass by this chic restaurant that catch our attention with a simple and traditional menu and we decided to give it a try. We went to the small private rooftop terrace where from ordering to serving the service was the exceptional. The dishes were delicious, fair size, quality fresh pasta and decent prices. Totally recommended to walk few more streets away from tourist-trap restaurants and give this one a chance to impress.

I read a lot of hallelujah reviews about the food. The pasta with sausage was to salty. My wife had the lemon ravioli which was to much lemon and dry. We ate and left the restaurant after 20 min. The atmosphere was very nice

Considering the prices, the quality of the food isn't quite on par. Only the pork dish felt worth its price; the drinks are overpriced, and they charge a €6 coperto per person, which we didn’t encounter at any other restaurant in Alghero. The food arrived so quickly that we couldn’t even finish our aperitivo—it’s clear they’re trying to rush you through the meal.

One of the best meals (if not the best meal) we had while staying in Alghero. They had just opened up but had a line already out the door. They managed to fit our party of two in almost immediately and sat us up on the covered rooftop terrace. The restaurant is small but really beautiful and the smells wafting from the open kitchen were a great indication of the kind of meal we were about to have. We ordered the tuna filet and the gnocchetti to share. Both dishes had been on my bucket list to try since Alghero is known for their bluefin tuna and the gnocchetti is a regional specialty. Oh man, we were not let down. The tuna was the best tuna I've ever had. It was perfectly cooked. Juicy, seasoned to perfection - not in the slightest bit chewy or tough. You didn't even need a knife, it fell right apart. It came with a nice tzatziki sauce and pickled cabbage. The gnocchetti was also delicious and came in a flavorful tomato sauce with hunks of meat. I actually liked the shape of this gnocchi more than normal gnocchi as it was more al dente and had a nice texture. The server also suggested a really nice red wine for me which I appreciated. It was around 20ish euros per person for the entire meal. I highly recommend coming here for a legit meal in Sardegna.

I was looking for the restaurant because it was recommend to us by friends back home. And I'm glad we found it - cause the food was excellent, and the atmosphere in this little restaurant was very different from all the other places we went to in Alghero. We got homemade pasta for the main course and tiramisu for dessert - and it taste delicious! The real Italy for sure... I would recommend booking a table in advance!