Trattoria Rialto

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Taste of Italy in the Heart of Gangnam

Trattoria Rialto sits on a quiet stretch of Samseong-ro in Seoul's Gangnam District, carrying the spirit of a classic Italian trattoria into one of the city's most dynamic neighbourhoods. The name evokes Venice's famous market bridge — a nod to the convivial, market-fresh tradition that defines trattoria cooking at its best.

Recognised by Gambero Rosso

The restaurant earned a fork in the 2026 edition of the Gambero Rosso guide, the authoritative Italian food and wine bible that evaluates Italian restaurants worldwide. That recognition places Trattoria Rialto among a select group of addresses outside Italy where the cooking meets the standards Gambero Rosso applies at home — no small achievement in a city as culinarily competitive as Seoul.

What to Expect

The trattoria format promises something specific: straightforward, ingredient-led Italian cooking served in an atmosphere that feels relaxed rather than formal. In Gangnam, where dining rooms often lean toward spectacle, that kind of quiet confidence stands out. Trattoria Rialto appears to hold to the essentials — good product, careful preparation, and a room where the food does the talking.

For anyone seeking genuine Italian trattoria hospitality in Seoul, this Gangnam address is worth knowing.