For food lovers embarking on Sardinia holidays, the cuisine will be at the forefront of their mind.
Sardinian cuisine expresses a simple approach to life, imbued in its cheeses, spit-roasted meats, handmade pasta, olive oil and distinctive wines. With everything from classic Italian to native and traditional farming recipes, foodies will rejoice in the culinary opportunities presented all over the island.
Executive Chef, Hotel Abi d'Oru
Whilst many holidaymakers love to explore the different restaurants a city or town has to offer, it is equally great to stay in resort for an evening, enjoy delicious food and soak up the hotel’s atmosphere.
To help find the perfect place to stay, we have highlighted some of our favourite hotels with the best dining experiences.
Oliena | 4-star hotel
Hotel Su Gologone lies in the heart of Sardinia, surrounded by Mediterranean flora, with ancient olive trees and vineyards clinging to the slopes of the mountainous terrain. At Su Gologone, mealtimes are saturated with the fragrances and flavours of Barbagia, from Oliena honey to ravioli filled with local ricotta.
The main à la carte restaurant is spread across a terrace with stunning views and features classic Barbagia dishes, with much of the ingredients sourced from the hotel’s own farm.
À la carte Restaurant
In addition to this restaurant, Su Gologone offers two further dining experiences. With a pine tree at its centre, “Nido del Pane” or “Bread Nest” uses glass displays to showcase the artistry of Sardinia’s breads, and you can watch how Sardinian women have been making bread for centuries. During the experience, the women will prepare local, mouth-watering specialities for you to try, leaving you feeling fully integrated into Sardinian culture.
If you are looking to step even further back into time, the “Corte de Su Re” or “King’s Court”
will take you to the 17th century with its bricked floor and stone columns. Two evenings a week, guests are invited to enjoy some of Sardinia’s culinary traditions by candlelight, in the ancient technique of bread baking and spit-roasted meats, which, accompanied by the scents and flavours of the various herbs and spices, makes for a magical atmosphere.
Corte de Su Re Restaurant
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Golfo Aranci | 4-star superior hotel
Nestled in a corner between two fine sandy beaches, Gabbiano Azzuro is surrounded by crystal-clear, shallow waters with stunning views. The hotel offers guests both bed & breakfast and half board packages, with high quality, beautifully presented cuisine being available from the two main restaurants.
“White Restaurant” offers an indoor, intimate setting with views across the beach, presenting à la carte dining. Meanwhile the outdoor terrace by the sea of the “Blù Restaurant” will not disappoint. Its à la carte menu proves the perfect venue for a romantic meal.
Menu options for both restaurants include local specialities and freshly caught fish, along with a sumptuous choice of international cuisine.
Blú Restaurant
The hotel’s adjacent “RistoBar” is on the beach and offers light lunches, snacks and drinks, which is perfect for when you are soaking up the sun during the day. For those wishing to venture out of the hotel, the town is just a few minutes stroll away and offers an array of lovely bars and restaurants.
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Arzachena | 4-star hotel
Priding itself on its natural setting and restaurant serving locally sourced ingredients, this country resort will take you on a sensory journey of northern Sardinia. With just 32 rooms, this resort embodies tranquillity and a real sense of intimacy, guaranteeing a peaceful and relaxing stay.
Excellent cuisine, Country Resort Parco Degli Ulivi
The hotel’s restaurant offers an elegant, sunlit setting, complete with a veranda covered outdoor terrace overlooking views of the olive-studded countryside. Here, chefs transform vegetables and aromatic herbs from the hotel’s own garden into beautifully refined seasonal dishes.
Menu options at Country Resort Parco Degli Ulivi include freshly baked pastries, local seafood, home-made pastas and mouthwatering desserts. Each meal is a seamlessly refined and indulgent experience, exquisitely embodying the true taste of the Mediterranean.
Wine Cellar, Country Resort Parco Degli Ulivi
Dinner is further elevated by the resort's own wine cellar, housing a wide variety of labels to pair with delicious menu options.
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Golfo di Marinella | 5-star hotel
Overlooking the Golfo di Marinella, Abi d’Oru is an elegant family hotel in Porto Rotondo, lying next to Marinella beach – one of the most beautiful in Sardinia. This hotel features a variety of restaurants, all offering a range of both traditional Sardinian and international flavours.
With magnificent views across the sea, the 'Mediterraneo Restaurant' offers a more casual dining option and themed evenings. Dinner awaits with a menu focused around traditional Mediterranean and Sardinian cuisine, daily specials prepared by the chefs in the open kitchen, themed evenings, show cooking and once a week, a traditional Sardinian buffet.
Mediterraneo Restaurant
The 'Marinella Restaurant' is situated right on the beach, and offers a menu rich in meat and fish specialities. With the evening adding purple tones to warm candlelight and the warm sea breeze coming in through the large doors and windows, the restaurant and its location makes for the perfect location for a romantic, gourmet meal.
Situated on a raised terrace and overlooking both swimming pool and sea, the 'Tzia-Maria Restaurant' is the hotel’s Italian pizzeria, serving fresh pizzas and a selection of cold meats.
Marinella Restaurant
For those keen to explore during the day or evening or wanting to dance the night away, Porto Rotondo, featuring mansions owned by famous celebrities and a stylish marina, is only a short 4km from the property and offers an array of bars, restaurants and even a nightclub.
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Bitti | 4-star hotel
Hotel Su Lithu is the perfect choice for a romantic getaway for couples, or as a base to explore this historical area. Lovingly run by the Giovanetti family, this elegantly furnished hotel offers excellent comfort, welcoming services and serene views over the small town of Bitti.
The traditional cuisine served by the hotel restaurant creates a rustic feel, reflecting the conventional and local way of life. Meals are created using fresh and local produce, home grown on the family's farm at Sa Preta Ruia.
Hotel Su Lithu Pool
Hotel Su Lithu also offers unique wine tasting and cookery class excursions, that are payable locally. Experience dinner in the 'Ancient Kitchen', where you and your group can learn to prepare local dishes, before gathering around a large table and enjoying your creations in a traditional family setting.
Cookery classes and wine tasting excursions are a great opportunity to not only learn the local culinary secrets, but also to socialise and enjoy the company of you family or partner.
Evening Buffet at Hotel Su Lithu
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