Bacco Italian Restaurant
Since the summer of 2007, Bacco Italian Restaurant has served Mt. Pleasant, Charleston and its surrounding areas “la cucina Italiana” or the Italian kitchen. Being a true regional Italian restaurant, Bacco’s dishes are inspired by the northern regions of Italy such as Piemonte, Veneto and Alto Adige, all the way down to the southern areas of Italy of Campania & Calabria and sailing the Mediterranean to the isles of Sicily and Sardegna. Our ever changing menu highlights seasonal dishes that stay true to the rustic and simple styles of cooking that Italy is known for. With our warm, welcoming and comfortable décor you will be swept away to a restaurant like many throughout the Italian peninsula, while our knowledgeable staff acts as your tour guide through our menu & wine list with ease & professionalism.
ABOUT MICHAEL
At the age of 25, chef and owner Michael Scognamiglio opened with confidence Bacco Italian restaurant. Previously working in kitchens in the area and going to College of Charleston to obtain a business degree, Michael found a love for the hospitality industry and a passion for cooking. With family hailing from Venice & Naples Italy, the Italian culture was imbedded in him, and working under Charleston’s great restauranteur and Chef John Marshall, he was ready to show Mount Pleasant and Charleston what he knew and learned. Making fresh pastas, pulling fior di latte mozzarella, andcooking Neapolitan style pizzas out of his wood burning oven, Michael is bringing Italy to the Lowcountry one dish at a time.
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History -Established in 2010.
Welcome to Bacco Trattoria and Mozzarella Bar! Bacco Trattoria is a unique restaurant offering a relaxed atmosphere and authentic Italian food and beverage. The decor is soft and traditional, but still carries a theme of Italian culture. We’re open six nights each week, closed on Sundays, so that our staff might have more time with their families. Watch the website, our window signage, and takeout bag messages for updates as we continue to recover . If you have a few minutes to burn, here’s a short video – produced by a young local entrepreneur, about us, and why we love it here. ..
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Review by – Yelp
Julie C:
Had a marvelous, IN-PERSON dinner with friends tonight. The wait staff was masked and so very personable and the food–well, it was sumptuous. The combination of delicious food, friends, fabulous ambiance, and actually being inside on a cold night felt decadent. Very spacious, no sense of risk–come support a wonderful, husband-and wife owned and run local establishment during lean times.
Your body will thank you for this extra treat!
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Shannon S:
This place is Always amazing! The ambience is very welcoming and the food is incredible! Start with the mozzarella bar and fresh herb butter and bread! The chicken parmigiana is my favorite and make sure to end the night with a delicious torte! The herb butter and sauces ect. are fresh and handmade. You can really taste the difference at this special heart felt, little Italian restaurant!
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Chris D:
The customer service at this place was top notch during my visit. From the greater when I walked in the door, to manager behind the bar who periodically walked over to my table to check on me, to my amazing server that was so attentive and knowledgeable of the menu.
I wish that more people interacted like her instead of the meat robots that much of the food service industry has become…
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R J:
Holy cat balls, this place has delicious high quality Italian food! Mike at the bar deftly handled all plate and drink recommendations with perfect timing and skill. This kitchen puts out great food, we shall return often to work our way throughout their authentic menu.
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Fern S:
Five stars because everything that we tried on the menu was fantastic, and there are so many great selections that it wasn’t easy to narrow down.
Service was great. Portions are a good size. The meal was timed perfectly (this is huge for me), and water glasses were filled regularly (another big indicator of professional service). This was our first time at Bacco….finally made it up north, but this is really close to town and parking is easy and free…
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Baku is a modern city with a bright oriental flavor. Today it is increasingly being compared to Dubai – it is really developing just as rapidly. The capital of Azerbaijan is ready to offer guests premium vacations and impeccable service. Lux-Advisor has compiled a rating of elite hotels and exclusive restaurants in Baku, as well as a list of the best entertainment and excursions in the city and beyond.
Content
- Top 5 luxury hotels
- Fairmont Baku Flame Towers 5*
- Four Seasons Hotel Baku 5*
- JW Marriott Absheron Baku Hotel 5*
- Bilgah Beach Hotel 5*
- Boulevard Hotel Baku Autograph Collection 5*
- Exclusive Restaurants 9 Sharab0 90
- Şirvanşah Muzey Restaurant
- NUR. by Eleven
- Mangal Steak House
005 Chayki
- Cultural Leisure
- Leisure Activities
- Exploring the City
- Unusual tours
- Excursions
Top 5 luxury hotels
The rating of the best hotels in Baku is based on professional ratings and guest reviews. The list includes unique hotel complexes with impeccable service and an individual approach to each guest.
Fairmont Baku Flame Towers 5*
Elite 5-star hotel Fairmont is located inside the famous “Flame Towers” – the hallmark of Baku. The panoramic windows of its luxurious rooms offer a fantastic view of the city embankment and the blue sea. The most discerning guests can stay in exclusive apartments, including butler service. All rooms of the hotel are elegant and modern: luxury wood and rich fabrics in decoration, spa-style marble bathrooms with exclusive Le Labo Rose 31 cosmetics, smart room system controlled via iPad.
Fairmont is one of the best hotels in Baku for organizing lavish corporate events and conferences of any level.
It often hosts important events for Azerbaijan: fashion week, presentations of Formula 1 and others.
Main advantages:
- 6 unique restaurants (including a panoramic one) and bars – one of the leading ones in Baku;
- meeting rooms: the hotel organizes your meetings, conferences and receptions;
- exclusive spa center: wellness programs, dry spa capsules, hammam, massages;
- luxury swimming pool and rooftop relaxation area;
- modern gym with panoramic windows, indoor pool;
- jazz club, live music in the halls and restaurants in the evenings;
- exclusive iMax cinema – the only one in Baku.
Four Seasons Hotel Baku 5*
The luxurious Four Seasons Hotel in the historical style is located near the Old City and the fantastic complex of Flame Towers skyscrapers. Luxurious view of such a bright contrast, reflecting the true spirit of modern Baku, will open directly from your room. The style of the 5-star hotel is impeccable: marble columns, crystal chandeliers, snow-white walls, high ceilings, expensive fabrics, elite woods, gold inlays and rooms made in the best traditions of the Four Seasons chain.
The Baku Four Seasons Hotel is often called the best in the capital of Azerbaijan for its luxurious view from every window, unique interior and impeccable service. Politicians, businessmen and famous people often stop here.
Main advantages:
- luxurious and majestic banquet halls – the best in Baku;
- elegant meeting and conference rooms;
- gourmet restaurant, lounge with rich wine list, whiskey bar with the best cigars;
- outdoor terrace and bar;
- elite spa center: sauna, hammam, swimming pool, massage, beauty salon;
- modern fitness center, yoga classes with a renowned instructor;
- organization of excursions in Baku, impeccable concierge service.
JW Marriott Absheron Baku Hotel 5*
The elegant Absheron Hotel is located on Freedom Square. Its windows offer a magnificent view of the opal-blue Caspian Sea and fantastic Baku. The rooms are impeccable in everything: from the most expensive materials in decoration and elegant design to control via iPad and pleasant compliments in the form of Azerbaijani sweets.
Absheron Hotel has the luxury of old and the impressive modernity of new Baku, making it one of the best in the city.
Main advantages:
- modern gym with panoramic windows, fitness consultations;
- magnificent indoor swimming pool with panoramic views;
- elite spa center: sauna, massage, care programs;
- one of the best steakhouses in the capital of Azerbaijan;
- outdoor seating area and bar;
- the biggest banquet hall in Baku: the hotel will organize your wedding or banquet;
- luxurious conference rooms, booking of any events;
- the hotel is ideal for traveling with children: family rooms, entertainment.
Bilgah Beach Hotel 5*
The famous Jumeirah hotel chain has built the best beach hotel in Baku, which appealed to the most demanding guests. From standard apartments and suites to luxurious 2-storey private villas with premium service, a private patio and a rooftop relaxation area.
Each room is decorated in pleasant warm colours, while the common areas are decorated with marble and art. At Bilgah Beach Hotel every guest feels special.
Main advantages:
- large private area, private beach;
- 7 elite restaurants and bars;
- bar with outdoor terrace right by the sea, night club;
- luxurious outdoor swimming pool – one of the best in the city;
- premium spa, modern gym, relaxation area with thermal loungers;
- excellent water park, tennis courts, basketball, mini-football, entertainment for children;
- luxurious venues for wedding banquets, receptions and conferences;
- 24-hour business center;
- impeccable concierge service – any help.
Boulevard Hotel Baku Autograph Collection 5*
The luxurious Boulevard Hotel impresses with its scope – it is the largest hotel complex of the premium segment in Baku. Luxurious green territory, 818 impeccable rooms with full-length panoramic windows, huge conference rooms, the largest wellness center in Azerbaijan… All this is just a part of the advantages of the Boulevard Hotel. Its unique location in the Baku Bay will allow you to feel the silence and solitude in a noisy city, and its proximity to the center will allow you to reach the main attractions in a matter of minutes.
The hotel is ideal for romantic, family, tourist and business trips – everyone will be happy here.
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Main advantages:
- banquet areas for up to 1000 people, organization of any events;
- the country’s largest premium health center;
- state of the art gyms, luxury spa, 25m indoor pool;
- individual health programs;
- luxury restaurant with its own vegetable garden;
- luxurious terrace on the seashore: Azerbaijani cuisine, rich wine list, hookah;
- everything for holidays with children: family rooms, entertainment, swimming lessons.
In the best five-star hotels in Baku, you can also relax as part of a package tour to Azerbaijan. As a rule, the cost will include flights, transfers and insurance. Often these offers are much more profitable.
Exclusive restaurants
Many restaurants in Baku deserve to be called the best. Haute cuisine, pleasant atmosphere, impeccable service – metropolitan establishments highly appreciate guests. Our rating includes unique establishments specializing in national cuisine. The list was compiled taking into account the ratings of professional critics and feedback from visitors.
Nar & Sharab
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The luxurious Nar & Sharab gastronomic complex consists of an atmospheric restaurant and several banquet rooms. It is ideal for both a quiet dinner and a noisy private celebration. The restaurant offers a fantastic view of the sea, and a terrace is open in summer. At Nar & Sharab, you should definitely try the lamb, as well as the classic Azerbaijani plov. These dishes go well with local wines, the choice of which is really good.
Chayki
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It is located on a picturesque promenade right by the sea, which can be admired from a cozy atmospheric hall with designer furniture or from a picturesque outdoor terrace. The menu includes classic dishes of national cuisine in the interpretation of the eminent chef. Chayki is definitely one of the best modern restaurants in Baku, where everything is good: from the atmosphere to the impeccable taste of the dishes.
Şirvanşah Muzey Restoran
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Shirvanshah Museum-Restaurant is definitely the best atmospheric restaurant in Baku. Its interior in the style of Azerbaijan at the beginning of the 20th century is really impressive. Brick walls, handmade carpets, fabrics and tapestries with gold threads, antiques – during the meal you will be surrounded by the rich cultural heritage of the country. The menu includes classics of delicious Azerbaijani cuisine, excellent wines.
In the evenings, national-style performances are held for guests, live music is played.
NUR. by Eleven
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Restaurant of classic Azerbaijani cuisine with exquisite author’s dishes from the NUR chef. by Eleven captivates with hospitality. There is always live music in the evenings. It is especially captivating that this restaurant can hardly be called a tourist one, although it is considered one of the leading ones in Baku. Guests come here for the cozy atmosphere and delicious dinner, and not for the sake of beautiful photos. Connoisseurs of a relaxing holiday and good music should visit the restaurant.
Mangal Steak House
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32 Lovers of meat cuisine should definitely go to the best steak -house Baku – Mangal restaurant. The establishment offers a decent selection of dishes of Azerbaijani cuisine. The meat is cooked on an open fire. Sometimes it turns into a beautiful cooking show. The restaurant is very colorful. Azerbaijani music nicely complements the atmosphere of a classic steakhouse with national elements in the interior. Mangal Steak House is highly appreciated by wealthy guests: it is always calm and really tasty here.
Entertainment and leisure
A short guide to the best entertainment and excursions in Baku will help you quickly organize your leisure time.
Cultural rest
You can get acquainted with the history of Baku and Azerbaijan just by walking along the streets.
However, there are places that are worth a look even with a limited supply of time.
Heydar Aliyev Center
Be sure to visit the amazing complex, which became famous throughout the world due to the absence of straight lines in its construction. Unique exhibits are exhibited here, telling about the unique history and culture of Azerbaijan. It is better to buy a ticket in advance, otherwise you risk standing in line for a long time.
Museums
There are many of them in Baku, here are the most interesting ones:
- Carpet Museum
- Shirvanshahs Palace (includes the famous Maiden Tower)
- Museum of Modern Art
At least one of them is worth visiting. It’s interesting even without a tour.
Active leisure
First of all, Baku has all the conditions for sports. You can run along the promenade, rent a bike or play tennis.
Secondly, you can go diving in Baku. To do this, you must have a certificate confirming your qualifications.
You can also study in Azerbaijan. The most interesting places for diving are on the island of Pirallahi.
Thirdly, every guest of Baku should definitely get acquainted with the national cuisine. We advise you not to limit yourself to tasting (although you should pay special attention to it – you can even take a gastronomic tour), but also take a culinary master class. It’s really interesting.
In addition, it makes sense to rent a car in Baku. This will allow you to quickly explore the city and its surroundings. We advise you to do it in advance and remotely – cheaper, faster, without unnecessary bureaucracy. And lovers of yachting should go on a boat trip: admire the Caspian Sea and see Baku from an unusual angle.
Getting to know the city
The “mandatory” program includes a walk along Primorsky Boulevard with stops to taste the masterpieces of national cuisine.
Next is the Ferris wheel, which offers a fantastic view of the city. More breathtaking panoramas await you at the observation deck in Nagorny Park.
You will get to it by funicular.
Well, and most importantly – a walk through the Old Town and colorful bazaars. It will be more comfortable and interesting with a guide. It makes sense to book a walking tour with a professional.
The capital of Azerbaijan is no less beautiful at night. We advise you to go on a car-walking tour in order to enjoy the lights of Baku and learn a lot of interesting things.
Unusual tours
There are two types of unusual tours to Azerbaijan: sightseeing and cruise.
- Excursion . Most often it will be combined with a trip to Georgia. An unforgettable journey awaits you, during which you will touch the ancient monuments of culture and history of the two countries. And also fantastic natural landscapes and majestic mountains.
- Cruises . Oddly enough, there are not too many proposals for cruises on the Caspian Sea. The most popular option is Astrakhan-Baku. The cruise includes several stops as well as exciting excursions.
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Excursions
It makes sense to travel outside of Baku on incredibly interesting excursions. Vivid impressions are guaranteed.
- Gobustan and mud volcanoes . 60 km from Baku is the largest rock “canvas” in the CIS with petroglyphs. The Gobustan reserve is a unique place where you should definitely visit with an excursion. And very close by is the world’s largest complex of mud volcanoes (by the way, scientists have found similarities in them with rocks on Mars).
- Real Azerbaijan . It makes sense to set aside half a day for a tour of the Absheron Peninsula. Here is the temple of the eternal fire Ateshgah. You will be told the history of this amazing place, they will show you the rooms where the ancient people lived, who worshiped fire. This incredibly interesting excursion will introduce you to the ancient culture of the country.
- Enjoying nature . During the excursion to ancient Gabala you will spend a day among mountain passes, impressive waterfalls and blue lakes.