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Go Inside Chef Carlo Cracco’s Stunning New Restaurant in Portofino

With sophisticated interiors by Studio Peregalli, the Michelin restaurant offers sumptuous fare and enchanting scenic views

By Melissa Feldman
Outdoor terrace with tables and chairs overlooking a marina, colorful buildings, and lush greenery under a clear sky.
Cracco Portofino. Photo: Santi Caleca

Overlooking the sun-dappled Gulf of Tigullio in picturesque Portofino, Italy, chef Carlo Cracco’s newest namesake restaurant elevates delectable regional seafood such as prawns, sea snails, and blue lobster with more earthy ingredients, including purple asparagus, fava beans, and baby tomatoes.

Adding to the transportive atmosphere at Cracco Portofino is the sophisticated interior conceived by Laura Sartori Rimini and Roberto Peregalli of Studio Peregalli, who also designed Cracco in Milan. Under their inspired vision, organic elements like stone, wood, and straw have been transformed into enchanting surroundings that harmoniously blend with the epicurean destination’s scenic views. Guests can also choose to indulge in the Michelin-starred chef ’s 11-course tasting menu, ideally paired with a bottle from the restaurant’s award-winning cellar, or have meals catered to their yacht for the ultimate in la dolce vita.

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Outdoor restaurant seating with patterned chairs overlooking a marina with sailboats and lush green trees in the background.
Studio Peregalli conceived the interior at chef Carlo Cracco’s new waterfront restaurant in Italy, Cracco Portofino. Photo: Malgarini
Elegant restaurant interior with patterned walls, blue and white chairs, and wooden flooring.
Dining room of Cracco Portofino. Photo: Santi Caleca
Gourmet green risotto with seared fish, white sauce drizzles, and edible flowers on a patterned white plate.
Dish served at Cracco Portofino. Photo: Courtesy of Cracco Portofino
Outdoor café with empty chairs and tables overlooking colorful buildings and boats in a sunny coastal town.
Cracco Portofino. Photo: Santi Caleca
Crispy breaded fish fillets served on a plate with fresh greens and a decorative flower garnish.
Dish served at Cracco Portofino. Photo: Courtesy Cracco Portofino
Elegant restaurant interior with patterned walls, wooden floors, white tablecloth-covered tables, and ambient lighting.
Cracco Portofino. Photo: Santi Caleca
Outdoor dining setup overlooking a marina, featuring cocktails and appetizers on a white tablecloth with a seaside backdrop.
Drinks and starters at Cracco Portofino. Photo: Courtesy of Cracco Portofino