Da Micchele

Let me tell you about Da Micchele, a solid seafood spot that’s become my go-to when I want reliable coastal Italian cooking without any fuss. Perched right along the coastal road with views of the Adriatic, this place has that effortless Italian charm that comes from decades of serving both locals and travelers who stumble upon it while exploring Vasto’s seaside.

The menu reads like a love letter to Abruzzo’s maritime traditions, with the kitchen turning out beautifully simple preparations that let the day’s catch shine. Their brodetto vastese is a showstopper – a fragrant seafood stew that arrives bubbling with mussels, clams, and whatever the boats brought in that morning. The spaghetti alle vongole is textbook perfect, and their frittura mista showcases the kitchen’s skill with delicate, golden-fried calamari and prawns that taste like they jumped straight from the sea onto your plate.

The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between casual and refined that Italians do so well. The dining room feels lived-in and comfortable, with nautical touches that never veer into theme restaurant territory. Large windows frame those gorgeous coastal views, and the terrace becomes absolutely magical during sunset when the light dances across the water and transforms your meal into something special.

I’d recommend Da Micchele for anyone wanting to experience authentic Adriatic cuisine without the tourist markup you’ll find closer to the main piazza. It’s the kind of place where you’ll see Italian families celebrating Sunday lunch alongside couples on romantic getaways, all united by plates of incredibly fresh seafood and that warm Italian hospitality that makes every meal feel like a small celebration.