The Restaurants Redefining Fine Dining in Naples

The Restaurants Redefining Fine Dining in Naples:
How Many Stars Would You Give Them?

Restaurants are always searching for the famous stars that immediately tell diners that they’re worth a visit. But the fact is, the only stars that really matter are the ones you’ll give them once you’ve dined there. That’s why we compiled this list of chef-led restaurants in Naples that are delivering star-worthy dining experiences that you’re sure to love. From ingredient sourcing and technique to atmosphere and service, the following six restaurants exemplify culinary excellence and contribute to Florida’s Paradise Coast’s rising status as a destination for food-focused travel.

Sails Restaurant

Located on 5th Avenue South, Sails will make you feel like you’ve been transported on a coastal European getaway. Treat yourself to a curated menu of fish flown in daily from the Mediterranean Sea or freshly caught in the Gulf of America. Guests can choose between the eight-course tasting menu or order items like Dover sole, hog fish, or the catch of the day a la carte. Sails is also famous for its custom wood-burning grill, used to prepare your seafood or Wagyu beef to perfection. And for those looking to finish their meal with something sweet, don’t skip out on the sticky toffee pudding or the Grand Marnier soufflé, each topped with house-made vanilla ice cream. You can book your table here.

 Campiello

Set in the historic Naples Mercantile Building on Third Street South, Campiello has been a long-standing favorite for wood-fired Italian cuisine. The menu is particularly inspired by traditional Tuscan cooking, featuring house-made pastas, grilled meats, and pizza. However, they also offer rotating seasonal dishes on a special “Tour di Italia” menu to showcase the full variety of Italian cuisine. Popular picks include the burrata salad, calamari, the ravioli with short rib, garganelli, and for dessert, the butterscotch budino. The restaurant’s shaded courtyard and open-air bar make it a lively spot for both lunch and dinner. Make a reservation here.

Bicyclette Cookshop

The small but ambitious Bicyclette Cookshop is helmed by Chef Kayla Pfeiffer, a James Beard semifinalist and former Chopped champion. The menu changes frequently, based on local availability, and offers New American dishes with unexpected flavor combinations. Open for both lunch and dinner, regularly praised dishes include the yakitori octopus, roasted branzino, porchetta gyro, and the snapper ceviche. Here at Bicyclette, you might feel more like you’re in a studio than a dining room. Don’t forget to pre-book your table here.

Osteria Tulia

Founded by Chef Vincenzo Betulia in 2013, Osteria Tulia brings the spirit of Italy’s traditional taverns to 5th Avenue South. Open for both lunch and dinner, the menu features handmade pastas, locally sourced produce, Gulf seafood, and responsibly raised meats. If it’s your first time dining here, some of our suggestions include the garganelli with braised lamb neck, the wood-charred octopus, and the bucatini cacio e pepe. And, of course, plan to start with the delicious, warm artisan bread and eggplant caponata. You can book your table here.

Estia

Located in North Naples near The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, Estia is a must-try for Greek Mediterranean flavors. Known for its charcoal-grilled fish, lamb chops, and a variety of meze, the menu emphasizes balance, clean ingredients, and traditional technique. Highlights include the lavraki (Mediterranean sea bass), cheese saganaki, spanakopita manti, and lobster linguini in brandy tomato sauce. Guests can also enjoy a popular happy hour menu at the bar and a prix fixe offering during early evening hours. Click here to make a reservation.

The French Brasserie Rustique

Another concept from Chef Betulia, The French is a traditional brasserie located on 5th Avenue South. Open Thursday through Sunday, the menu features French culinary staples, including baked onion soup, duck confit, steak frites, and bouillabaisse. There is also a special happy hour menu available every day from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Indoor seating features design elements inspired by turn-of-the-century Paris, while outdoor tables are situated beneath a large live oak tree. The wine list includes nearly 200 selections, and desserts are made in-house by a dedicated pastry chef. To secure your reservation, please click here.

If you consider dining an integral part of your travel experience, these restaurants prove that Naples should be at the top of your bucket list. So try them all – and be sure to tell them how many stars you’d give them!

Ready to begin your culinary adventure? Check out where to stay and some of the best things to do on Florida’s Paradise Coast. For those who know that a great meal can define a trip, ONLY Paradise will do.