Salvo Cacciatori

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Salvo Cacciatori Imperia – Michelin-Recommended Ligurian Contemporary Dining

Salvo Cacciatori: a century of Ligurian cuisine in Imperia

For more than one hundred years, the Cacciatori family has been interpreting the flavours of Liguria with art and passion. Today, that legacy lives on in Imperia’s Oneglia district, where the restaurant holds a 2026 Michelin Recommended award — a recognition of its ability to honour tradition while embracing contemporary creativity.

The kitchen works from a blank canvas each day, drawing on a deep respect for the region’s produce. An organic garden supplies vegetables and fruit harvested at peak ripeness, while the family’s own olive oil — made from handpicked Taggiasca olives, pressed cold as tradition demands — adds a distinctive Ligurian note to every dish.

The menu changes with the seasons, offering several tasting paths. The Menu 1905 tells the story of 120 years of evolution across four courses. The Menu 1996 is a four-course vegetable tasting, and the Menu 1946 lets guests compose their own meal from the à la carte list. Standout options include the spaghetto with anchovy colatura, smoked butter and black tea; a panzanella with ricotta salata and roasted pepper; and the Carnaroli risotto with sea urchin, mandarin, horseradish and fennel pollen.

The wine list, curated by sommeliers Marco and Stefano, balances Ligurian gems with discoveries from across Italy and beyond. The atmosphere reflects the same care: the historic rooms have been thoughtfully restored, preserving the family’s values while offering a setting that feels both timeless and welcoming.

For those planning special events, Villa Roseto — a nearby estate with centuries-old olive trees and views over the Riviera dei Fiori — provides an elegant setting for celebrations, with the same attention to detail and creativity that defines Salvo Cacciatori.