Ristorante Giacchetti

Ristorante Giacchetti is a long-established seafood restaurant set in the Baia di Portonovo, the protected cove beneath the white cliffs of Monte Conero south of Ancona. The restaurant is closely tied to the moscioli di Portonovo, the wild mussels harvested from the bay's rocks that are protected as a Slow Food Presidium, and it is among the best places on the coast to taste them at their source, whether gratinated, in a soup, or tossed through spaghetti. The wider menu draws on the daily Adriatic catch, with the local brodetto, raw and grilled fish, and seasonal seafood pasta all featuring. Set close to the water in one of the Marche's most striking natural settings, the restaurant pairs serious cooking with the romance of the bay, framed by the Romanesque church of Santa Maria di Portonovo nearby. The cooking respects freshness and tradition over flourish, and the wine list focuses on Marche whites such as Verdicchio. Because Portonovo bay restricts vehicle access in summer, travellers should check parking and seasonal shuttle arrangements before visiting. Independent travellers should reserve in advance, particularly for lunch in high season when the bay is busiest.