We're planning on trying Trattoria Billy's one night. Any other recommendations? Also, we will be staying in a studio apt. so where is the best place to pick up groceries or carryout for breakfast and picnic lunches/dinners (whichever meal we don't eat in a restaurant we will picnic or eat on our balcony)? Is it feasible to walk to Riomaggiore for groceries? (I've done the Via del Amore once, but can't remember if that's doable w/laundry &/or groceries) Thanks!!
Posted by
Langley, BC, Canada
73 posts
We saw three of the towns, Vernazza, Riomag. & Mana. Each had a small corner type store that sold fruit, meats breads, juices and the basics. They don't have a grocery store that we are custom to but you will find what you need.
You won't starve. The towns also had the gelatos and bakerys.
Posted by
Shoreview, MN, usa
187 posts
Do not miss the breakfast pastries at the Pirates in Vernazza. Unbelievable. We were there a year ago and still crave them! We had a fabulous dinner there too. The hot chocolate and canoli are a meal all by themselves. Not to be missed! We loved Trattoria Locanda Il Porticciolo in Manarola. Such warm and friendly service last March! We enjoyed a wonderful meal.
Posted by
Ottawa, Canada
691 posts
Jennifer, there is a small grocery store on your right when you exit the tunnel, they have pretty much everything there. There is a few bigger stores in Vernazza and Riomagiorre. Aristide is a restaurant right in front of the tunnel it has great coffee and chocolate croissant, good way to start he day!
We also went to Billy's, the food was good but pricey, we had good food near the harbor (pretty sure it is the one mentioned by the previous poster), Manarola is the best village to stay in!