Bon Appetit

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• Pizza Mania Di Lobina Marino read more ›
  (24 Via Roma. Tel. 0789 21631)
  Just a few steps away from the bay, this hole-in-the-wall eatery makes speciality pizzas topped with local cheeses.
• Minerva read more ›
  (7 Via Mazzini. Tel. 0789 21190)
  A no-frills restaurant serving local specialities. With outdoor seating at the centre of daily life in Olbia, Minerva offers a unique atmosphere.
• Ichnos read more ›
  (Via Zara. Tel. 0789 65443)
  A small pizza parlour that's off the beaten track. The menu has three pages listing various types of pizza toppings, all cooked, as they should be, in a wood-burning oven.
• D'Asporto al Taglio read more ›
  (Golfo Aranci, 127 Via Liberta. Tel. 0789 33070)
  Open all-year round in sunny Golfo Aranci, this casual takeaway restaurant offers delicious pizzas for as little as €5. Why not eat your on the nearby beach?
• Ginvest Fast read more ›
  (140 Corso Umberto. Tel. 0789 22444)
  At the centre of the action, everyone seems to pass by the window of this restaurant on the main drag, where you can tuck in to classic sandwiches and pizza by the slice.
• Il Veliero read more ›
  (40 Corso Umberto. Tel. 0789 25836)
  This eatery in bustling Corso Umberto has people lining up for delicious calzones that are made to order. Enjoy your own creation in the warmth indoors or outside under heated lamps.

• Ristorante La Lanterna read more ›
  (62 Via Roma, Villasimius. Tel. 070 791 659)
  If you're visiting the southern beach town of Villasimius, this hidden restaurant is a must. Off a side road from Piazza Gramsci, seafood risotto is the signature dish and it's utterly delicious.
• La Palma D'oro read more ›
  (La Conia, Cannigione. Tel. 0789 86042)
  Open only in summer, this restaurant is located right on the beach. Enjoy frutti di mare and fresh calamari while dipping your toes into the white sand.
• La Taverna read more ›
  (3 Corso Vittorio Emanuele. Tel. 0789 26861)
  Nestled between cobblestoned streets in Olbia's historic centre is a rustic restaurant filled with long, antique tables. The specialties are the fresh catch of the day and home-made pastas served with sea urchins or grated fish eggs.
• Da Paolo read more ›
  (22 Via Cavour. Tel. 0789 21675)
  Straight from Olbia's bay, tuck into sea urchins and clams caught freshly that day and thrown together with home-made pasta. An intimate spot with just a few tables, it's best to book ahead.
• Su Pirastru read more ›
  (Località Sa Castanza. Tel. 0789 41902)
  This traditional Sardinian restaurant has a fixed-price menu and serves dishes made using fresh produce from its farm. Wines-made on site-perfectly complement the selection of pastas and barbecued meats.
• Ristorante La Palma read more ›
  (387 Via Aldo Moro. Tel. 0789 51549)
  For three decades, this home-style restaurant has been a popular place for dinner. Fresh fish dishes are always a winner, as are the sensational home-made desserts.

• Lu Stazzu read more ›
  (Strada Provinciale Arzachena. Tel. 0789 82711)
  A gem of a restaurant in the hills, surrounded by olive and juniper trees. House specialities including wild boar sausage, grilled lamb and Catalan-style lobster. Enjoy grand views of granite peaks from the dining room or spacious covered terrace.
• Cannigione read more ›
  (8 Lungomare Andrea Doria. Tel. 0789 88195)
  With tables under the stars and along the water's edge, this is the perfect place to enjoy the catch of the day, delicately grilled.
• Gil's Steak House read more ›
  (28 Via Galvani. )
  Off the main road to Porto Cervo there's a large sign indicating the way to this small restaurant where steaks and meats are the speciality. The waiters speak some English, too.
• Da Sperrittu read more ›
  (10 Via delle Terme. Tel. 0789 21599)
  In the historic centre of Olbia, this small inn has a limited menu based on seafood in summer and game in the winter months. Wash whatever you're having down with some good local wine.
• Gil's Steak House read more ›
  (28 Via Galvani. )
  Steaks and other delicious meats are grilled in a rustic but trendy atmosphere-this isn't a restaurant for vegetarians. The staff are helpful, attentive and speak pretty good English.
• Officina del Gusto read more ›
  (1 Piazza Matteotti. Tel. 0789 28701)
  Located in the historic centre, this restaurant is an ideal introduction to the best local cuisine. The staff speak very good English and can guide you through the menu.

• Enoteca da Giovannino read more ›
  (Piazza Quadrata, 5N, Porto Rotondo. Tel. 0789 35280)
  The crowds are attracted to this restaurant with its fantastic port-side location. Excellent chefs cook up a mix of Italian and international haute cuisine.
• 3 Botti read more ›
  (Baja Sardinia. Tel. 0789 99150)
  With a panoramic terrace and great views of the Gulf of Arzachena, 3 Botti offers a rich variety of traditional Galluresi and regional recipes, all accompanied by fine Sardinian wines.
• Dal Re di Tavolara read more ›
  (Isola Di Tavolara. Tel. 07 895 8570)
  The island of Tavolara boasts a select restaurant that specialises in fresh seafood. Casually elegant, enjoy dinner in the fine surroundings and the 360-degree view of the sea. A ferry takes you to the island in just 10 minutes.
• Gallura read more ›
  (145 Corso Umberto. Tel. 0789 24648)
  The only restaurant in the city to have won a coveted Michelin star, Gallura is the perfect spot for a special meal. Famous for dishes like onion soup and mutton broth, the fresh lobster and mussels also get the nod of approval. Closed on Monday.
• Ristorante Giagoni read more ›
  (43 Via Zara. Tel. 0789 65205)
  Only a few minutes from Olbia, tucked away inside a luxurious hotel, this fine-dining restaurant fuses Mediterranean and international flavours to create sensational food. The antique wooden ceilings and local granite interior make for a romantic ambience.
• Luna Lughente read more ›
  (Localita Pittulongu. Tel. 0789 57521)
  A large resort on Olbia's bay offering panoramic views and delightful gardens to wander around-and even eat in if the weather is nice enough. Enjoy fresh clams and mussels, followed by lobster.

After Dark

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• Cafè du Port read more ›
  (Porto Vecchio. Tel. 0789 240 021)
  One of the most characterful cafés in Porto Cervo, this is a sophisticated spot to enjoy cocktails by the port.
• Lu Aldareddu read more ›
  (Lu Aldareddu. Tel. 0789 68579)
  What could be more relaxing than sitting in a restored 18th-century farmhouse on a hill dotted with olive trees, while sipping on Italian wine? Lu Aldareddu is about 10 kilometres north of Olbia.
• Bar Cafe Cosimino read more ›
  (3 Piazza Regina Elena. Tel. 0789 21001)
  Where the bold and beautiful make their annual pilgrimage to the seasonal opening of Porto Cervos' most popular A-list hang-out.
• Bar Clipper read more ›
  (Via C Colombo. )
  Golfo Aranci's most popular beach is where this bar is based. As for its décor, think of an eclectic collection of nautical memorabilia.
• Di Franco E Giovanna Demontis read more ›
  (55 Via Genova. Tel. 0789 23207)
  On the bay, with beautiful views across the Gulf of Olbia. The perfect location for coffee or an after-dinner cocktail.
• Café Latino read more ›
  (l Via Aldo Moro. Tel. 0789 58011)
  Join Olbia's in crowd for aperitivi (happy hour). The cocktails look just as good as the clientèle's chic Italian fashion sense.

• Bar Ristorante Aqua read more ›
  (Porto Cervo Marina. Tel. 0789 957 066)
  This magnificent terrace overlooks Porto Cervo. It has something for everyone, with live music at night. Open from 8am-2am.
• Lord Nelson Pub read more ›
  (Porto Cervo Marina. Tel. 0789 91517)
  Its flashy port-side location attracts a well-heeled clientèle for cocktails and live jazz. After 11pm, the party really gets started.
• Gruppo Folk Olbiese read more ›
  (8 Via Fontanesi. Tel. 0789 23459)
  Traditional Sardinian music, with performers wearing authentic folk costumes. Singing groups play antique instruments and their spirited performances in the old language draw an enthusiastic crowd.
• Planet Café La Moride read more ›
  (1 Viale Aldo Moro. Tel. 0789 598 559)
  Karaoke starts before the band hits the stage from Thursday to Sunday evenings, while the great location on the main drag is perfect for local bar-hopping.
• Blu Bar read more ›
  (42 Via Tempio Pausania, Sassari. Tel. 0796 35071)
  Just 30 minutes from Olbia, Sassari continues to offer a lively scene through the winter months. While the other clubs in town hibernate, Blu Bar invites the best bands to party into the early hours.
• Gruppo Folk Olbiese read more ›
  (8 Via Fontanesi. Tel. 0789 23459)
  Traditional Sardinian music-and performers wear authentic folk costumes. Singing groups play antique instruments and their spirited performances in the old language draw an enthusiastic crowd.

• Sopravento read more ›
  (Localita' Golfo di Pevero, Porto Cervo. Tel. 0789 944 717)
  A classic Emerald Coast club for those who fancy a bit of glitz. Champagne, top fashion, gossip magazines and a very exclusive VIP guest list - it's all the norm at this exclusive club.
• Lord Nelson Pub read more ›
  (Porto Cervo Marina. Tel. 0789 91517)
  Replacement to come
• Capricorno read more ›
  (2 Via Catello Piro. Tel. 078 924 700)
  Up-and-coming DJs drop spicy Latin beats, interspersed with house music and more, at the biggest club in Olbia. Open from 11pm-6am.
• Havana read more ›
  (32 Corso Umberto. Tel. 07 892 1601)
  Salsa dancing is the hottest thing on the island and you can show off your most seductive moves. Closed on Monday.
• Sandey read more ›
  (Isticcadeddu. Tel. 0789 23004)
  This trendy little venue is the city's current hotspot. Open before the summer season starts, you'll find locals packed inside and going wild to alternative and commercial music.
• Il Nibbio read more ›
  (1 Via Imperia . Tel. 07896 6565)
  Those seeking an alternative scene will find what they are looking for at this unusual club where a fusion of retro and hip-hop styles meet.

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