Antipasti
Carpaccio di Dentice con Gamberi Rossi di Mazara
Slices of dentex with Mazara red prawns, Ligurian oil, and citrus.
Seafood trattoria since 1963
Trattoria Osvaldo
Ligurian Seafood Cuisine - Boccadasse, Genoa
The Trattoria
A hidden piazzetta steps from the sea
In the heart of Boccadasse, Trattoria Osvaldo welcomes guests in a quiet courtyard of the Albaro district, steps from the beach.
The Ligurian seafood kitchen is rooted in tradition, refined with technique and creativity to highlight the daily catch with elegance.
Boccadasse, GenoaCuisines: Italian, LigurianPrice range: EUR 2-3
799 TripAdvisor reviews
4.2 star rating
Travellers Choice Award
#114 in Genoa
Features and amenities
- Wheelchair access
- Credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
- Table service
- Reservations accepted
- Alcohol served
- Indoor seating
- Outdoor tables in the piazzetta
Dietary options
- Vegetarian friendly
- Gluten-free options
Ligurian signatures
Menu
The menu changes with the daily catch availability.
Antipasti
Antipasti
Antipasto Misto Tiepido di Mare
Warm seafood sampler with shellfish and crustaceans.
Antipasti
Crema di Zucca con Calamaro Croccante
Velvety pumpkin cream with crisp calamari and black pepper.
Pasta and soups
Pasta and soups
Zuppa di Pesce
A deep Mediterranean fish soup with the perfume of the Ligurian coast.
Pasta and soups
Trofie al Pesto
Trofie pasta with Genoese pesto, pine nuts, and fresh basil.
Pasta and soups
Troccoli con Crema di Bietole, Cozze e Limone
Rough-cut troccoli with chard cream, mussels, and lemon zest.
Mains and desserts
Mains and desserts
Fritto Misto in Farina di Mais
Light and dry fried seafood in cornmeal batter.
Mains and desserts
Calamaro alla Griglia con Maionese di Polpo
Grilled squid with octopus mayonnaise and olive dust.
Mains and desserts
Cannolo Ripieno di Ricciola
Savory amberjack cannolo with herbs and citrus.
Mains and desserts
Semifreddo al Caffe con Mousse al Cacao
Coffee semifreddo with cocoa mousse and crunchy crumble.
Interiors, Food, Piazzetta
Gallery
Interior, plates, and the Boccadasse piazzetta.
InteriorsFoodPiazzetta
Travellers Choice Award
Reviews
Voices from our guests
"A memorable dinner. The best fish soup of my culinary life."
Pietro L. - January 2026
"Very fresh fish, fried seafood done perfectly, light and dry."
Claudio M. - January 2026
"Food with starred quality and presentation. Worth a two hour drive."
Barbara - March 2026
"Extremely prepared staff. Great location. You are in Boccadasse."
Riccardo G. - May 2025
4.2/5 - 799 reviews
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Reservations
Opening hours
| Day | Lunch | Dinner |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | Closed |
| Tuesday | - | 19:30 - 22:30 |
| Wednesday | - | 19:30 - 22:30 |
| Thursday | 12:30 - 14:30 | 19:30 - 22:30 |
| Friday | 12:30 - 14:30 | 19:30 - 22:30 |
| Saturday | 12:30 - 14:30 | 19:30 - 22:30 |
| Sunday | 12:30 - 14:30 | 19:30 - 22:00 |