Ristorante La Caravella dal 1959

Dining at Caravella is not just a meal—it’s an experience. As the oldest Michelin-starred restaurant in Italy, it more than lives up to its legendary reputation. From the moment you step inside, you’re transported into a world where culinary mastery meets fine art. The dining room is adorned with artwork that rivals what you’d find in a museum, adding a cultural richness to the already extraordinary ambiance. Each course that arrived was a work of art in its own right—so exquisitely presented that I hesitated to take the first bite, not wanting to disturb the masterpiece in front of me. But once I did, the flavors delivered on every promise the visual beauty made. Early in the meal, we were served what I can only describe as the most delicious olive oil of our entire trip. The moment it touched my lips, it created an impeccable sensation—silky, vibrant, and layered with depth. It set the tone for a meal where even the simplest elements were elevated to the extraordinary. The service was nothing short of impeccable—refined, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Every course was delivered with precision and care, and the staff made the evening feel effortless and elegant. As someone who has dined at multiple Michelin two-star restaurants, I can say without hesitation that Caravella outperforms many of them—not only in the quality of the cuisine, but in the cohesive, immersive nature of the entire experience. Every detail, from the plating to the pacing, reflects a deep reverence for tradition, hospitality, and excellence. Caravella is a destination in itself—an unforgettable blend of Amalfi charm, culinary brilliance, and artistic grandeur. A true gem.

Watch this before you go please! This restaurant is a trick, a lie! Michelin guide please notice this. It’s about the reputation of Michelin guide. I expected this restaurant pretty much. It’s famous for its history and traditional Campanian cuisine and Michelin gave them one star for “High quality cooking” which is totally not real. I skipped to judge the service part. The only thing you need to know is that they didn’t smile at all until you pay for the meal and that’s the end of all experience. When we sit, they didn’t even introduce their menu for today. It was a 7 courses menu. 150 euro per person. Firstly, the bread was so dry. I only ate a few because it cannot trigger my appetite at all. I tried many bread in Europe, this was the lowest quality bread. The starter they called Sushi style but I didn’t see any sushi at all. It was just raw fish without any cooking technics. It was cultural misappropriation. I felt insulted by this dish. (We are Asian.) Then, few dishes were using the same plain croutons, bad chopped, no-cooked tomato dice. If this was how Michelin called “High quality cooking”. I would rather spend 10 euro buy a bread, tomato, olive oil from any supermarket and chop them roughly. And throw the rest of 140 euro into the sea of Amalfi. Almost all the dishes were plain but the scialatielli in their menu was too salty. They had bad taste on their own seasoning. In conclusion, La Carevella has bad service, bad cooking quality, and their 7 courses menu was plain without any sincerity. But the Campanian wine was distinctive I couldn’t deny it. But it definitely doesn’t deserve a Michelin one star. This is a shame I follow Michelin guide and end up a bad experience like this. Let’s see how many people will spend more than 100 euro to eat “this”.

The first thing to say about this place is that the service is exceptional. You are greeted at the door and from the moment you are shown to your table it already feels like an experience. We opted for the seasonal taster menu, which was the perfect amount of food for an evening dinner. The menu had a heavy emphasis on fresh, locally sourced produce of fish and vegetables. Each dish was nicely balanced and allowed the amazing quality of the produce to speak for itself. I also really enjoyed the decor, the artwork was unique and interesting, and the plates, cutlery, and wine glasses gave the place a feel of elegance but comfort. If you’re in Amalfi and are looking for an amazing experience combining excellent service and a varied taste of local cuisine and produce La Caravella is definitely worth visiting.

Fine dining at its best. Great price for the quality experience. Don't miss it if you're in Amalfi.

The idea of this restaurant is supposed to be like dining in a museum - an art museum! To start this review, the food here is great and imaginative! The service is also attentive. You leave here feeling full to the brim. The one thing that deducts points from this overall experience may be the vibe and atmosphere of the restaurant. It is cold, awkward and uneasy to dine in a “museum”. The silence is deafening! Other than that, the food and presentation is delicious and beautiful which activates all senses. It is quite the expensive dining experience as well - we did the tasting menu for reference. There were not many tables ongoing as well likely due to the price point.

My dinner at @lacaravellaamalfi is one of the highlights of the trip. The dining experience of a traditional but creative tasting menu and the artistic environment is one of a kind! When I found out about this restaurant gallery I was so excited to visit - and it did not disappoint! I can only post 10 photos here, but the decor and art pieces they have on display were so nice as well. My favorites were the lemon leaves with shredded fish, shrimp with ricotta cheese, and the “sun in the dish” aka giant lemon soufflé. Loved the local and fresh ingredients. I was so full and satisfied after the meal! Highly recommend to people visiting Amalfi who are looking for a nice fancy dinner to enjoy!

No words to how good the food is. Tonino took amazing care of us, picked our local wine and paired it with the food. Their wine cellar is probably the most extensive I’ve ever seen!

Allergy Ignored at a Michelin Star This was the restaurant my partner and I were most excited about during our Italy trip — a rare find offering a full vegetarian tasting menu that also appeared to accommodate my egg allergy. Every time we see a vegetarian tasting menu while traveling, we make it a point to try it, so our expectations were high. One course was an omelette, which they replaced for me with a simple salad of balsamic and olive oil. While not the most creative substitute, I appreciated the effort. What confused us was that my partner, who doesn’t have any allergies, was also served the salad instead of the original dish — odd, but not worth raising a fuss over. Then came the dessert: fried eggplant with a chocolate cream. It tasted fine, but within minutes I began to experience the telltale signs of an allergic reaction — tingling in my throat, swelling of my lips. We had just been handed a printed recipe of the dessert with the bill, and sure enough, eggs were listed among the ingredients. Alarmed, we asked the staff if my portion had been modified. They assured us it had — though we weren’t convinced and we couldn’t escalate things further due to a lack of time. On the way home, my symptoms worsened, and I ended up throwing up everything I had eaten. Concerned, my partner emailed the restaurant to flag the incident and suggest they exercise more caution in the future — not seeking compensation, just hoping for accountability. Unfortunately, the chef’s response was dismissive and defensive, denying any possibility that egg was present and insisting the food couldn’t have caused my reaction. What else could cause my telltale sign of an allergic reaction that starts 5 mins after the “Michelin star” meal? What could have been a memorable culinary highlight instead became a distressing and dangerous experience. We expected more care, more transparency, and at the very least, a basic apology. Instead, we were made to feel as though we imagined it. For a Michelin-starred establishment, this level of disregard for food allergies — and the lack of basic empathy — was deeply disappointing and frankly, unsafe. Be cautious if you have dietary restrictions.

Best pasta I've ever had. Frankly, my wife likes going to Michelin star places and generally for me it's hit and miss. This place was well worth the cost/effort. The service was only surpassed by the food. There wasn't one dish I didn't love (and normally I make fun of the fu fu food). Fantastic Night.

A gorgeous Michelin eatery- one of the first in southern Italy to earn a Michelin Star and its a might fine experience! The menu here is entirely dedicated to the region of Campagna and the gorgeous flavors from the sea and citrus groves. We have chef decide on the menu and it was one beautiful surprise after the other. The service did not skip a beat. As expected in a Michelin rated restaurant. Master sommelier selected our wine pairings and they were equally as outstanding. Dinner here is $300 a person and quite frankly worth it. Caravella is the spirit of Amalfi

The service was top notch and the food was just as amazing. As always I love the appetizers best. The squid tasted so fresh and well made. I absolutely love the ravioli, it was the best ravioli I ever had in my life!

One of a kind experience! One of the Michelin star restaurants, which you will pay the price for but it sure is worth the experience. Their wine list is on the top! The wine list is more like wine bible, I experienced decanting white wine. The restaurant has been passed through generations and the currant owner has kept a lot of old recipes, their eggplant desert is a must... when in Rome, right? Fried pizza??? Yes, this is how Italians used to make it originally and if you are special enough the owner will make it for you. Enjoy :)

Came here for my birthday dinner while in Amalfi. One of a kind culinary experience! The chef himself attended to our table (we did the seven course menu) and told us stories of each dish and what it means to him - loved hearing true personal connections between the chef and the food. Food was exceptional! You must get the Lemon Soufflé for dessert. Overall experience was amazing and memorable. (Side note: I also have never seen a larger wine list at any other restaurant, ever)

Lovely dining room, personal touches from the staff. Chef came and chatted tableside, which I always love. We had the fresh fish with lemon, the lemon risotto with shrimp (you do know Amalfi is renowned for its lemons, right?) and the ricotta calzonoti (?) to start- plus the modern bruschetta " amuse bouche"- whipped mozzarella and the freshest chopped tomatoes with fried bread. Pricey but lovely

Definitely earns its Michelin star. A fantastic place with exceptional service, location, and food.