Pier 26

Molo 26: Marine freshness, refined cuisine

In Porto Santo Stefano, Molo 26 stands out for its Mediterranean cuisine that showcases fresh locally caught fish. Here, you won't be served canned food, but the direct fruit of the sea, with an approach that aims to be more gastronomic than the simple trattoria around the corner.

What you really eat here

The place is renowned for its seafood products, and you can taste it on the plate. You'll find dishes like the "Millefoglie di baccalà, cipolla rossa e peperone dolce", which gives you an idea of the craftsmanship behind each plate. The "Sgombro in oliocottura, finocchio croccante e gel al bergamotto" is another example of their approach, where every ingredient has its place. Customers often talk about pasta with sea urchins or samphire, flavors that smell of the sea.

Chef Graziano Ballerano makes a point of working with local products, and that is a guarantee of quality. If you're looking for the great classics, they are revisited. You can expect dishes like the “crudo e cotto” risotto or scialatielli allo scoglio, which are often mentioned. This is not a cuisine that seeks to surprise you with gimmicks, but rather to enhance the raw ingredients.

Why this table rather than another

If you want fresh, well-prepared fish, Molo 26 is a solid address. The service is generally described as professional and attentive, which is appreciated when you're looking for a quality experience. And then, the view over the port of Porto Santo Stefano, with a marine and elegant ambiance, is an undeniable plus. This is a place where you seek quality products and refined cuisine, even if the average price of around €45 per person will make you feel it.