Sarri in Imperia opens onto a pastel row on Borgo Prino, with tables that face the Ligurian Sea and an air that signals good food and calm. As an Imperia seafood restaurant, Sarri places the day’s catch at the center of each menu. Guests arrive to a terrace for warm-weather lunches and an indoor dining room converted from an old shed, where contemporary finishes and wooden tables set a relaxed yet refined tone. The restaurant’s seaside location and tasting-menu options make it a destination for travelers seeking regional seafood prepared with clear technique and seasonal intent. Sarri’s proximity to the water delivers immediacy to every bite, from raw preparations to herb-bright stews. How do you book the best table? Reserve early, especially on summer weekends when demand rises.

Chef Andrea Sarri built this kitchen around Ligurian produce and simple rigor, emphasizing local sourcing, small-scale gardens, and the Taggiasca olive oil that flavors several dishes. The team’s philosophy favors clear flavors, seasonal rhythm, and respect for ingredient quality. Alessandra Sarri leads service with a steady, polished presence, ensuring meals flow calmly and courses arrive at the correct pace. Sarri has earned a Michelin star, a mark that reflects consistent technique and high-quality ingredients. The restaurant also appears on traveler-driven lists, including a Travelers’ Choice distinction on TripAdvisor, signaling both critical and popular acclaim. Together, the couple has created a place where technical skill supports convivial dining rather than theatrical presentation.

The culinary journey at Sarri begins with clean, focused starters and moves toward larger seafood preparations that highlight Liguria’s coastal bounty. Signature offers include the vertical of raw fish, layered slices dressed with citrus, local herbs, and precise acidity to let the fish’s freshness speak. The shellfish of Oneglia arrives as a casserole with aromatic herbs, a warm, herb-forward stew that highlights briny shellfish textures against a fragrant broth. The Lasciatemi fare tasting menu presents a curated sequence of seasonal courses, showcasing everything from light crudo to richer, slow-cooked fish dishes. Seasonal specialties rotate: anchovies, snapper, mussels and other local species appear when at peak quality. Vegetables and sprouts come from organic gardens, often served simply to contrast the sea flavors. Dessert plays a deliberate role here; the hazelnut crunch with salted caramel, mango compote and passion fruit sorbet balances texture and acidity to finish a meal on a bright note.

Inside, the dining room occupies a restored warehouse space that combines old structural bones with contemporary touches. Natural light fills the room by day and soft, discreet lighting sets a warmer tone in the evening. Tables are arranged to allow conversation without crowding, and aromatic herbs in planters reference the kitchen’s farm-to-table approach. The terrace on Borgo Prino faces the sea and provides an open-air option for much of the year, given Liguria’s mild climate. Service is precise and gracious; Alessandra and her team explain dishes, recommend pairings, and maintain a measured pace that leaves room for conversation. The overall design emphasizes comfort and clarity, allowing food and view to remain the primary focus.

For the best experience, visit Sarri for lunch on a clear day to enjoy sea views, or book a seaside table for a long summer dinner. Dress code leans smart casual; polished jackets or summer dresses are common in the evenings. Reservations are recommended, especially for weekends and peak summer months; booking platforms like TheFork list availability, though direct reservation via the restaurant website may offer the widest choice. Note that the Michelin star and limited terrace seating can make peak dates hard to secure.

Sarri in Imperia offers a precise taste of Liguria through seasonal seafood, thoughtful service, and a memorable terrace-by-the-sea setting. Reserve a table at Sarri to taste Andrea Sarri’s focused cuisine and to enjoy Alessandra’s refined hospitality in Borgo Prino.