SURF

Name: SURF
Address: Calata Giovanni Battista Cuneo, 95, 18100 Imperia, Imperia, Liguria, IT
Price range: €€
Rating: 8.7

Calata Giovanni Battista Cuneo, 95, 18100 Imperia

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About SURF

Facing the fishing boats moored in Oneglia's old port, SURF pairs live-fire cooking with inventive cocktails from chef Ivan Biancardi and bar owner Andrea Benvegna, two friends who trained in Michelin-level kitchens and London's Connaught Bar before returning home to Imperia. The short, ever-changing menu built around a charcoal grill turns out dishes like polenta nigiri and grilled octopus, paired with drinks designed to match the food course by course. Expect a snug, modern dining room right on the quay, best booked ahead since seating is limited.

Quick Facts

ManagementAndrea Benvegna and Ivan Biancardi

8.7/10

Food Quality9.5

Service9

Atmosphere9

Accessibility8

Value for Money8

Opening hours

Monday18:00–01:00

Tuesday18:00–01:00

Wednesday18:00–01:00

Thursday18:00–01:00

Friday18:00–01:00

Saturday18:00–01:00

Sunday18:00–00:00

Reviews

Guests consistently praise the inventive, ingredient-driven cooking, the grilled cocktails, and the warm, energetic young staff, with several calling it one of the most original tables on this stretch of the Riviera. The 4.7 rating stands out, though a handful of diners have pushed back on steep prices for smaller portions and a small room that can feel cramped on busy nights.

Live-fire grill cookingInventive food-paired cocktails

Location Imperia, Oneglia

The Experience

Type of Restaurant

Fine Dining

Cuisine

Vegetarian

Meals

Dinner

Amenities

Free Wi-Fi Group Friendly Open Year-Round Reservations Recommended Vegetarian Options

Frequently Asked Questions

SURF opens for dinner every evening from 18:00, closing around midnight on Sundays and around 1:00am the rest of the week.

Yes, SURF accepts reservations and booking ahead is strongly recommended since the dining room has limited seating.

SURF serves a short, frequently changing menu centered on charcoal-grilled dishes with international influences, such as polenta nigiri and grilled octopus, alongside cocktails designed to pair with the food.

Parking is available near the restaurant along the port area, making it easy to reach by car despite the central quayside location.

Yes, SURF offers vegetarian dishes alongside its seafood- and meat-focused grilled menu.