La Piazzetta del Mar
For a sit-down dinner rather than a quick slice on the front.
Neapolitan pizza and pasta in a nautical room
La Piazzetta del Mar works in Los Cristianos, one street in from the water, and the fit-out leans into that: rope, timber and a maritime look instead of the che…La Piazzetta del Mar works in Los Cristianos, one street in from the water, and the fit-out leans into that: rope, timber and a maritime look instead of the checked tablecloths of the standard trattoria. The kitchen covers the southern Italian range, with dough given a long rise.
Features
Type
Italian
Price
$$ Mid-range
Schedule
Daily
Payment
Cards accepted
FAQ
What makes a pizza Neapolitan?
A soft, wet dough left to rise for a long time, a short blast in a very hot oven, and a base that stays pliable rather than crisp. It is eaten with a knife and fork more often than folded.
Do I need to reserve a table?
In the evening, yes. The restaurant takes bookings by telephone and through its own pages, and Los Cristianos fills up from about eight onwards through the winter season.
Where is La Piazzetta del Mar?
In Los Cristianos, set back a short walk from the seafront. That position keeps it out of the immediate promenade crush without putting it far from where most visitors are staying.
Is it only pizza?
No. The menu runs across pasta and main courses as well, which is why it works for a group where not everyone wants the same thing. The pizza is the headline rather than the whole offer.
Is it suitable for a family meal?
Yes. It is a sit-down restaurant with a full menu rather than a counter operation, and Italian kitchens on this coast are generally the easiest option with children in tow.
How expensive is it?
Mid-range for the southern resorts. Expect more than a takeaway counter and less than the seafront fine dining, which is roughly where most of the Italian restaurants here sit.
