Italian Restaurant in Sorrento — Le P'tit Bistr96
Looking for an authentic Italian restaurant in Sorrento? Le P'tit Bistr96 serves Campanian and Neapolitan classics, from buffalo mozzarella to Sorrento gnocchi, in the historic centre.
Real Italian cuisine in the heart of Sorrento
Le P'tit Bistr96 is an authentic Italian restaurant in Sorrento serving the recipes of Campania and Naples. The kitchen builds every dish around fresh local ingredients: buffalo mozzarella, Sorrento lemons, Piennolo cherry tomatoes, Campanian extra-virgin olive oil. The result is a menu that captures the spirit of southern Italy without compromise — perfect for travellers who want a real taste of the Sorrento Peninsula in the historic centre, just a few minutes from the Marina Piccola.
Sorrento gnocchi, pasta classics and ragù meatballs
The pasta section is a journey through tradition: gnocchi alla sorrentina with tomato, fior di latte and basil, paccheri alla vodka, spaghetti allo scoglio with fresh seafood, ravioli filled with provolone fondue. The Neapolitan ragù meatballs (polpette al ragù) are our most-asked-for dish — slow-cooked in a tomato sauce that simmers for hours, then plated with a generous spoon of Provolone del Monaco fondue. A dish you'll struggle to find this good elsewhere on the coast.
Cured meat, cheese boards and Italian starters
Begin with the Bistr96 boards: a generous selection of Italian cured meats and cheeses sourced from small Campanian and Italian producers. Add fritto misto, arancini, parmigiana di melanzane and bruschette gourmet for a true antipasto experience. For raw lovers, our Angus beef tartare is hand-cut to order and the daily fish carpaccio reflects the morning catch from the Bay of Naples.
Italian wine list and traditional desserts
Our wine list focuses on Italian terroirs: Falanghina and Greco di Tufo from Campania, Aglianico and Taurasi for structured reds, Brunello di Montalcino, Barolo, Barbaresco for special occasions, plus Franciacorta and Trento DOC sparklers. Desserts — house-made tiramisu, Neapolitan babà, crème brûlée, grandma's tart — are prepared in our pastry kitchen and pair beautifully with an espresso or a small-batch Italian amaro.
Find us in central Sorrento
Le P'tit Bistr96 is located at Via degli Aranci 160, 80067 Sorrento (NA), a few minutes' walk from Piazza Tasso and the Circumvesuviana train station. Open every day except Wednesday, from 07:00 to 23:59. Reservations recommended in peak season and on weekends. Book online or call +39 334 361 4185.
Frequently asked questions
Is Le P'tit Bistr96 a traditional Italian restaurant?
Yes — our menu focuses on authentic Italian and Neapolitan recipes, with Sorrento Peninsula ingredients and a charcoal-grill steakhouse anchored in Italian craft.
Do you have Sorrento gnocchi?
Yes, gnocchi alla sorrentina is one of our signature pasta dishes.
Do you serve Italian wine only?
Our list is largely Italian, with strong Campanian, Tuscan, Piedmontese and Sicilian sections, plus Italian sparkling wines and a small Champagne selection.
Are bookings necessary?
Strongly recommended for dinner, weekends and high season. Book online or call +39 334 361 4185.
How far are you from the Sorrento ferry port?
About 10–12 minutes on foot, downhill from the historic centre.
Book and Contact
Le P'tit Bistr96, restaurant, braceria and steakhouse in Sorrento. Via degli Aranci 160, 80067 Sorrento (NA), Italy. Phone: +39 334 361 4185. Open every day except Wednesday, 07:00 — 23:59.