A trattoria on Via Galata serving pesto, minestrone, zimino di ceci, house ravioli, cod, tripe and meatballs.
Il Genovese is on Via Galata in the Quadrilatero district, between Via XX Settembre and Brignole. A local guide lists pesto, minestrone, zimino di ceci (chickpea and chard stew), house ravioli, codfish, tripe and meatballs, at about €20-30 per person (~$23-35). OpenStreetMap, checked September 2025, gives Monday to Saturday lunch and dinner and the phone +39 010 8692937. The restaurant has a website at ilgenovese.com. Closed Sunday.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Monday-Saturday 12:00PM-2:30PM and 7:00PM-10:30PM; closed Sunday |
| Reservations | Recommended |
| Address | Via Galata, 35R, 16121 Genoa GE, Italy |
Signature dishes
- Pesto
- Minestrone
- Zimino di ceci
- Homemade ravioli
- Salt cod
- Tripe
- Meatballs
Good to know
- Known for
- Full range of Genoese classics in the Quadrilatero
Location
Via Galata, 35R, 16121 Genoa GE, Italy
44.4056, 8.9428 View on map
Highlights
- Pesto, minestrone and zimino di ceci
- Close to the Mercato Orientale
- Meal about €20-30 (~$23-35)
Tips for visiting
- Phone +39 010 8692937
- Closed Sunday
- Combine with a morning at the Mercato Orientale
When to visit
Lunch
Accessibility
A street-level restaurant in the Quadrilatero; step-free entry is not published, so phone +39 010 8692937.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Il Genovese open Sunday?
No, it closes on Sunday.