La Caravella dal 1959

Housed in a 12C palazzo that was once the residence of the Piccolomini family, La Caravella occupies the wing converted during the Renaissance to store the ducal archives. An undisputed gastronomic icon on the Amalfi Coast with plenty of history behind it, this restaurant continues to attract a loyal following today. In the 1960s it was the first restaurant in southern Italy to be awarded a Michelin star and later also gained the title of restaurant-museum thanks to its vast, beautiful collection of ceramics by some of the greatest local masters from the 19C to the present day. There’s a nod to tradition in the cuisine here, with modern reinterpretations that are full of Mediterranean scents and flavours (the proverbial lemon makes an appearance in many dishes, from the creamy soup to the famous soufflé), as well as the vibrant character of the region and, above all, the sea (depending on the season and the catch). The outstanding wine list has few equals thanks to its extensive choice and excellent vintages.