Trattoria Da Emilia

We visited Trattoria Da Emilia in October on a rainy, chilly day. The restaurant is right by the water, which I imagine would be amazing in good weather, but sitting outside under plastic curtains on a cold, wet day did take away a bit from the overall atmosphere. That said — the food more than made up for it. The seafood was incredibly fresh and perfectly seasoned, simple in the best Italian way. The mixed fish dish was outstanding, and even two months later I still find myself thinking about how good it was. Every bite tasted like high-quality ingredients treated with care. Rain or shine, come for the seafood, the view is definitely a plus.

My mom and I accidentally discovered Trattoria Da Emilia while roaming the charming streets of Sorrento back in June and what a find it was! Not only was it a wonderful surprise to end up dining right by the water, but even with a line out front, we somehow got incredibly lucky and were seated on the patio completely by chance. I noticed what looked like the owner (or perhaps the general manager) walking around, checking on guests, and helping with service, which added such a warm, authentic touch. Like many restaurants by the water in Italy, the seafood here is incredibly fresh ~ and this place is no exception. We ordered the seafood platter, grilled vegetables, and ravioli with marinara sauce. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious, right down to the bread. We also enjoyed some Prosecco, which paired perfectly with the meal. The view was stunning, and the whole restaurant buzzed with lively, happy energy. I would definitely return ~ not only because it was surprisingly affordable, but also because restaurants like this, with their true authenticity and old-world charm, are my favorite. One small note: the bathroom is on the second floor, so if you’re older or have mobility issues, just keep in mind there’s a set of stairs to climb. But that’s very common across Western Europe. Fun fact: This beautiful little spot in Marina Grande has some real cinematic history. Sofia Loren and Vittorio De Sica, while in Sorrento filming Dino Risi’s famous 1954 movie “Pane, amore e…” (Bread, Love, and…), actually sat at the tables of Trattoria Emilia. How amazing is that?

Great spot right on the water with fast service and a very friendly staff. Prices were reasonable and comparable to other restaurants in the area. The seating offers beautiful views, terrace tables are especially nice, though those come with a longer wait. We ordered the sea bass, vegetable plate, and mussels. The portions were generous, and the mussels in particular were outstanding. You get far more for the price here than you’d ever see in the U.S. Overall, a wonderful dining experience with a perfect setting.

This was our first lunch in Sorrento. We were here in Sept 2025 when we did our Amalfi coast trip. This place is right by the water. The setting was beautiful. You can just about see Mt Vesuvius across the ocean. They have a nice selection of food items. What we ordered was amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch. Th service was very good too! Will definitely come back.

Fantastic find. We had delicious octopus, lobster spaghetti and tuna starter. Dessert is worth having! Friendly place. Really felt welcoming and like they cared. Will go again.

Great spot on the water! (You will get a little splashed in windy weather) We got the mussels in tomato sauce, gnocchi with clams, and fried seafood basket. Everything was delicious and my husband said this was some of the best fried fish he's ever had!

Food was ok but a bit pricey for the quality that we recieved. The octopus was really good as well as the grilled seabass! However the other grilled seafood items were a little overcooked and the seafood pasta was a little dissapointing, flavor-wise. We had to add salt and pepper it. The Sorrento lemon delight cake was just ok. Not worth the €7 in my opinion. The staff was friendly.

I had a wonderful dining experience at this restaurant. For the starter, I ordered the tuna tartare, which was fresh and perfectly seasoned. My main course was the seafood risotto — the flavors were amazing, and the seafood was cooked to perfection. To finish, the dessert was absolutely delightful. Highly recommend this place for a delicious and memorable dinner.