The best Italian restaurants in Maastricht? There are plenty. While every Italian declares good food as sacred, there’s a difference in quality regarding Italian restaurants in the Netherlands—wondering where to go? Head to the hotspots below, handpicked by the Your Little Black Book team as the best Italian restaurants in Maastricht. Buon appetito!
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8 X the best Italian restaurants in Maastricht
Il Giardino
It all started in Sicily, but today, Il Giardino brings the most delicious Italian flavours (and pizzas!) to the capital of Limburg.
Onze Lieve Vrouweplein 15, Maastricht – ilgiardino.nl
Il Giardino, @ilgiardinomaastricht
Vino & Friends
Just around the corner from Il Giardino, you’ll find Vino & Friends, equally cosy and just as Italian. At this charming family-run spot, the chef is already making fresh pasta in the afternoon.
Plankstraat 6, Maastricht – vinoandfriends.nl
Vino & Friends, @vinoandfriends_maastricht
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MEDITERRANEO
Taste the flavours of Tuscany, right in the heart of Maastricht. The ingredients here are fresh daily, and you can taste the difference!
Rechtstraat 73, Maastricht – mediterraneo-maastricht.nl
Mediterraneo, @mediterraneo_maastricht
TOMATO
The Koestraat in Maastricht is packed with cosy eateries, and Tomato deserves a spot on your list. This small venue features a large open kitchen, giving you a front-row seat to see the Italian chef in action. Pay attention — you’ll want to recreate these flavours at home. The same goes for their homemade limoncello.
Koestraat 21, Maastricht – tomatomaastricht.nl
Tomato, @tomatomaastricht
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Il Bacaro
Right on the Vrijthof, Il Bacaro is a true classic. Venetian bites like cicchetti and zucchini fritti are a must here. And don’t skip the melanzane con miele either!
Vrijthof 16E, Maastricht – ilbacaro.nl
Il Bacaro, @@ilbacaro.maastricht
Sjiek Kookpunt
An Italian restaurant where you can also learn the tricks of the trade? We’re in! Make sure to book your spot at Sjiek Kookpunt. Whether you’re drawn by the tempting little shop, a cooking workshop or simply a delicious meal, you’ll leave satisfied and happy. Bonus: In summer, you can dine outdoors at long tables.
Hoogbrugstraat 15, Maastricht – sjiekkookpunt.nl
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Gio’s Cucina Casalinga
At Gio’s, they do things their own way: you eat what the chef prepares. Simply choose between fish, meat or vegetarian and leave the rest to the chef. From experience, we can assure you: it never, ever disappoints.
Vrijthof 29A, Maastricht – Facebook
Ristopub Paletti
An Italian pub – sounds like music to our ears, right? We think so too, and that alone makes this Ristopub a great idea. Come here for pizza and beer, but done the Italian way.
Tongersestraat 40, Maastricht – palettimaastricht.com
Ristopub Paletti, @ristopubpaletti
