Zeffirino
Italian · Monaco-Ville, Monte Carlo
Restaurant in Monte Carlo, Monaco
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Price
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Zeffirino is a practical €€€ Italian choice in Monte Carlo, suited to diners who want a polished meal near the port without stepping into the highest local spend tier. Michelin Plate recognition adds confidence, but this is better framed as a reliable Italian booking than a destination tasting-menu play.
About Zeffirino
€€€ is the key signal here: Zeffirino is an Italian restaurant in Monte Carlo at a premium price marker. Consider it if the goal is Italian dining in Monte Carlo at this price level; skip it if the night depends on a specific format that is not confirmed here.
The useful way to read this restaurant is as a practical Monte Carlo choice. The schedule helps: service runs at both lunch and dinner all week, with later dinner hours on Friday and Saturday than on most other nights.
Italian dining at a Monte Carlo price point
The value case is simple. Zeffirino is as Italian and priced at €€€, which makes it a clear option for diners who want an Italian meal in Monte Carlo. For diners considering another comparison, La Table d'Antonio Salvatore au Rampoldi is another option to compare before choosing.
There is no need to overcomplicate the decision. This is a better fit when Italian lunch or dinner in Monte Carlo is the priority than when the evening depends on a confirmed long, highly structured progression. The Michelin Plate recognition for 2026 is a useful trust signal for diners comparing restaurants.
How to use it in a Monte Carlo itinerary
Use Zeffirino when timing matters. Lunch is available daily, with service listed from 12–2:15 PM Monday through Saturday and 12–2:30 PM on Sunday. Dinner is also available daily, running 7–10:30 PM most nights and 7–11 PM on Friday and Saturday.
For travelers comparing options, the category matters more than the label. Epiro, Gennaro Di Pace, Vintage 1997, Le Patio are useful names to cross-shop depending on the kind of meal you want. Against that set, Zeffirino's appeal is direct: Italian cooking, Monte Carlo, €€€ pricing, Michelin Plate recognition for 2026.
The main caution is expectation-setting around format. If a tasting menu or a specific service style is the reason for booking, there is not enough confirmed detail to treat this as the clear choice for a progression-driven meal. Approach it as an Italian restaurant for lunch or dinner, then compare other options only if the evening needs a more specific format.
Planning details
- Location
- 11 Rue du Portier, 98000 Monaco
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- zeffirino-restaurant.com/monaco
- Phone
- +377 97 77 03 04
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Zeffirino presents a quietly assured take on Italian dining in Monaco: it foregrounds Genoese lineage and approachable refinement rather than theatrical fine-dining spectacle. The writing emphasizes a deliberate unpretentiousness — cooking rooted in tradition and a family lineage that reaches back to Genoa — while still maintaining the polish expected of the principality. The Michelin Plate nod signals consistent kitchen craft without the formality of a starred operation. In practice the room reads as a historic-leaning, elegant spot where understatement and provenance shape the experience more than showmanship.
Best For
Zeffirino is best suited to evening meals that seek high culinary quality without ceremony. Its positioning at €€€ makes it a comfortable choice for date nights, business dinners and small celebrations when diners want assured technique and traditional Italian flavors without the prix-fixe ritual of starred houses. The restaurant’s locale on Rue du Portier and its emphasis on Genoese specialties mean it works well for visitors who value regional authenticity and for locals looking for a polished yet unpretentious meal in Monaco-Ville.
Ordering Tips
Focus on Genoese specialties and the dishes called out as signatures: Trofie al Pesto, Paffutelli alla Frank, Focaccia di Recco, Mandilli de Saea and the pistachio ice cream are highlighted as representative plates. Given the house’s lineage and its Michelin Plate recognition for consistent kitchen quality, ordering a selection of these classics provides a clear sense of the restaurant’s identity—Genoese technique and traditional flavors presented with refined execution rather than theatrical embellishment.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm retro Italian chic with soft lighting from table lamps, sage green walls, cane furnishings, and brushed brass accents creating a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere; live piano bar music in evenings.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Trofie al Pesto
- Paffutelli alla Frank
- Focaccia di Recco
- Mandilli de Saea
- Pistachio Ice Cream
Planning details
Location
11 Rue du Portier, 98000 Monaco · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
If you cannot get the table
Try Vintage 1997 first if the target is a similar €€€ Italian spend. It is the closest cross-shop for diners who want to keep the budget in the same range.
For a cheaper fallback, choose Epiro or Gennaro Di Pace. For a more formal Italian splurge, move up to La Table d'Antonio Salvatore au Rampoldi.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Zeffirino is the middle-lane Italian pick in Monte Carlo: more polished than the lower-priced options, but less financially aggressive than La Table d'Antonio Salvatore au Rampoldi or Le Patio. Choose it when the brief is central, Italian, controlled on spend rather than a full luxury production.
If value is the priority, Epiro and Gennaro Di Pace are easier to justify at €€. If the budget can stretch and the occasion calls for a more formal Italian room, La Table d'Antonio Salvatore au Rampoldi is the stronger splurge comparison. Vintage 1997 is the closest price-tier cross-shop, so the choice comes down to location and the mood of the meal.
For booking difficulty, Zeffirino is the lower-stress option in this set. That makes it useful for travelers planning around Monaco's tighter evening schedules, especially when the meal needs to fit around port, casino, or hotel plans rather than dominate the night.
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Compare Zeffirino
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zeffirino | Monte Carlo | Italian | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate | €€€ |
| La Table d'Antonio Salvatore au Rampoldi | Monte Carlo | Italian | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star | €€€€ |
| Epiro | Nice | Italian | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
| Vintage 1997 | Turin | Italian | 2026 Michelin 1 StarWe're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star | €€€ |
| Le Patio | Saint-Tropez | Italian | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence2025 Gault & Millau Remarkable Restaurant2024 Michelin 1 Star | €€€€ |
| Gennaro Di Pace | Monforte d'Alba | Italian | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zeffirino worth the price?
It can make sense if you want Italian in Monte Carlo at a €€€ level with Michelin Plate recognition for 2026. It is easiest to judge when that combination of cuisine, price point, recognition fits your plan.
What should a first-timer know about Zeffirino?
Expect Italian dining in Monte Carlo at €€€, with a smart casual dress code. Lunch is listed daily, from 12–2:15 PM Monday through Saturday and 12–2:30 PM on Sunday.
Is Zeffirino good for a special occasion?
It can fit a special occasion if the plan calls for Italian dining in Monte Carlo at a €€€ price point. The Michelin Plate recognition for 2026 adds credibility, the smart casual dress code helps set expectations.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Zeffirino?
There is not enough confirmed detail here to assess a tasting menu or fixed-format meal. Judge Zeffirino on the basics: Italian cuisine, €€€ pricing, Michelin Plate recognition for 2026, daily lunch and dinner hours, smart casual dress.
