Le Tre Arcate

Le Tre Arcate is a restaurant at Piazza Cota 9 in Piano di Sorrento, Campania, southern Italy, the neighbouring town about 4 km from the centre of Sorrento. The cuisine is Sorrentine, mixing land and sea, and the dishes named in published descriptions include spaghetti alla Nerano, red prawns with pistachio, fried cod and babà. Spaghetti alla Nerano, made with fried courgettes and provolone, is a classic of the Amalfi and Sorrento coasts and a dish that many visitors seek out, while the babà, a rum-soaked sponge, represents the Neapolitan pastry tradition. The restaurant is a destination for travellers who want to eat beyond the busy centre of Sorrento, in a town that sees fewer tourists and keeps a more local pace. The dining room is relaxed and moderately formal, with table service and a noise level that stays moderate. Dress is casual to smart casual. Prices are in the upper-middle range, reflecting the seafood and the restaurant's reputation. The beverage list focuses on Campanian wines, including whites from the Sorrento area that match fish and pasta, and limoncello is common to finish. Lunch and dinner are served, although exact hours are not confirmed in sources, so visitors should check by phone. Reservation is advised, especially at weekends and in summer. The restaurant is reached from Sorrento by the Circumvesuviana train to Piano di Sorrento, which takes only a few minutes, or by taxi or bus along the coastal road. The trip suits travellers who want a change from the main tourist streets and a table with an emphasis on classic peninsula recipes. It also pairs well with a walk through the town centre of Piano di Sorrento.