Sicily Restaurants
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21. Il Terrazzino
$$ | |Centrally located on the main piazza in Ustica town, this trattoria's outdoor terrace is a marvelous spot for feeling like you're in the thick of local life while enjoying first-class food. Seafood is the main feature, of course, on a menu that combines traditional dishes, such as prawn ravioli, with more adventurous juxtapositions, like the antipasto of grilled octopus with lentil purée. Service is warm and willing, and there's a good wine list.
Piazza Umberto I, Ustica, Sicily, 90051, Italy388-8990301Known For
- Great location
- Fresh seafood
- Convivial ambience
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Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Mar. -
22. In Cucina Dai Pennisi
$$ | |In the back of a butcher shop that's been operating since 1968, the Pennisi family opened this meat-focused 30-seat restaurant in December 2017. In the front, you'll find cases full of dry-aged beef; house-made sausages, guanciale, lardo, pancetta, and headcheese; whole chickens; beef liver and veal tongue; and skewers of hand-rolled involtini. You choose your meat from the cases, and they prepare it over a live-fire grill in the back, which you can watch through the plate-glass wall.
Via Umberto I 11, Linguaglossa, Sicily, 95015, Italy095-643160Known For
- Salsiccia a ceppo, a hand-chopped pork sausage
- Robust Etna wine selection
- Excellent beef tartare
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
23. In Un Angolo Di Mondo
$$ | |Walking through the gate of this little spot feels like entering a pizza speakeasy—it's located at the end of a cul-de-sac in the garden and ground floor of the owners' home (the name means "in a corner of the world"), and you'd be forgiven for thinking you've gotten the directions wrong. They use a slow, cold fermentation process to create crusts with deep flavors that they ply to turn out calzones and about 15 different pizzas each night. The menu is scrawled on a chalkboard (take a photo when you arrive for easy reference) and features beautiful combos, such as chicory with toasted breadcrumbs and black olives or pear and walnut with gorgonzola.
Via Nazionale per Catania 180, Acireale, Sicily, 95024, Italy095-877724Known For
- Vegetarian and vegan pizza topping options
- Natural wines
- Excellent calzones
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed. -
24. Km.0
$$ | |For the best of what's locally in season, look to chef Marco Cannizzaro and his 25-seat fine-dining restaurant. Harvested from Etna to the Ionian Sea, the primary ingredients of the area simply shine in his hands: Nerello mascelese grapes show up as rich sauces, wild greens harvested from the slopes of Etna make their way into risottos or stuffed into tender calamari meatballs, and donkey, an economical protein staple of the area, is transformed into flavorful and refined tartare. The commitment here to the area's materia prima informs the soul of the restaurant.
Via Antonino Longo 26, Catania, Sicily, 95125, Italy347-7327788-mobileKnown For
- Robiola-stuffed smoked onion with strawberry
- Fine dining with a neighborhood feel
- Four-, five-, or seven-course tasting menus
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Rate Includes: Closed Wed. yr-round and Sun. in summer -
25. La Grotta
$$$ | |With its dining room set in a cave above the harbor of Santa Maria La Scala, this rustic trattoria specializes in seafood. Try the insalata di mare (a selection of delicately boiled fish served with lemon and olive oil), pasta with clams or cuttlefish ink, or fish grilled over charcoal. The menu is small and simple, but expertly prepared.
Via Scalo Grande 46, Acireale, Sicily, 95024, Italy095-7648153Known For
- The catch of the day
- Superfresh seafood
- Unique cave setting
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and late Oct. -
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26. La Madia
$$$$ | |One of the most famous restaurants in Sicily, and one of only two on the island to have been awarded a second Michelin star, La Madia is a must-visit when you're here. Chef Pino Cuttaio is a legend within Sicily and beyond thanks to his incredible talent for creating unique dishes that fuse tradition and innovation, without ever losing sight of the kind of simplicity that allows the brilliance and flavors of first-rate Sicilian produce to shine. There are three tasting menus, as well as an à la carte menu.
Corso F. ReCapriata 22, Licata, Sicily, 92027, Italy0922-771443Known For
- One of the best restaurants in Italy
- World-class dishes with Sicilian produce
- Once-in-a-lifetime special occasion dining
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No dinner Sun. in winter. No lunch Sun. mid-June–mid-Sept. -
27. La Nicchia
$ | |Open since 1987, La Nicchia is a Pantelleria institution, occupying an old dammuso and serving typical island dishes made with carefully sourced island ingredients: typically potatoes, cherry tomatoes, capers, almonds, and fresh herbs married with seasonal vegetables, fresh fish, and other seafood. In summer there are tables under the lemon trees in a traditional walled Pantescan garden. They also do good pizza, while their offshoot next-door, Dispensa Pantesca, serves a selection of informal light dishes to take away or enjoy with a glass of wine on the roof of the dammuso for amazing sunset views.
Contrada Scauri Basso 11, Pantelleria, Sicily, 91017, Italy345-9616763Known For
- Ravioli stuffed with ricotta and mint
- Sunset views
- Perfect taste of Pantelleria cuisine
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed late Sept.–late Apr. -
28. La Tonda Fritta
$ | |Arancine—fried rice balls—are ubiquitous all over Sicily, but rarely do you find them prepared while you wait or offered in such a range as in this little snack shop near Porta Trapani. The menu lists more than 35 varieties, which include swordfish, smoked salmon, and curry fillings, as well as vegetarian and vegan options. They make ideal stomach-fillers at any time, not least as snack lunches on the go.
Via Vittorio Emanuele 100, Erice, Sicily, 91016, Italy328-1378708-mobileKnown For
- More than 35 types of arancine
- Great snacks on the go
- Fast service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Feb. -
29. MadoniEAT
$ | Kalsa |Only the finest agricultural produce of the nearby Madonie mountains goes into the simple but fabulous dishes served in this informal eatery attached to the Palazzo Butera art gallery. The frequently changing menu---dependent on the season and what's available from their suppliers---might include chicken breasts in orange sauce and almonds; vegetarian meatballs with ricotta cheese; or sausages braised in red wine with kale. Cheeses, cold cuts, and salads are also on offer, or you might settle for a "gourmet sandwich" stuffed with buffalo mozzarella, prosciutto, anchovies, and mortadella. Many of these items are for sale in the small delicatessen inside, too, where there are a few tables in addition to the ones on the pavement.
Via Butera 20, Palermo, Sicily, 90133, Italy091-7521749Known For
- Seasonal, fresh, and locally produced ingredients
- Convenient for lunch after a visit to Palazzo Butera
- Gourmet sandwiches
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and 2 wks in Jan. No dinner Sun.–Tues. -
30. Mare a Viva
$ | |This wholesaler specializes in oysters, mollusks, and crustaceans, and offers a tasting room that has become an obligatory stop for seafood aficionados in town. There are 24 kinds of oysters, all manner of clams (including Galician percebes), local red prawns in several sizes, and a tank of lobsters and crabs as well as fresh seasonal tuna. Choose between having your fish raw, steamed, grilled, or a la gratin, and dine in the simple blue and white conservatory while enjoying a glass or two of local white wine. They also make a fine fish couscous (one portion is ample for two people).
S.S. 115 Km 50, Mazara del Vallo, Sicily, 91026, Italy0923-934151Known For
- Incredible selection of oysters from all over Europe
- Absolute favorite with locals
- Delicious fish couscous
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner Thurs.–Sat. in winter -
31. MEC Restaurant
$$$ | Quattro Canti |Here's a novelty for Palermo in the form of a superb modern restaurant located within a museum dedicated to Steve Jobs and Apple products, a surprisingly successful combination; you not only have the ability to revisit ancient IT devices and learn about the history of the tech company, but the food is pretty excellent. Each of the dishes is a revelation, from the pumpkin with miso and fermented black garlic to the ravioli with stewed veal cheek and pigeon with red-wine scented quince. Vegetarian options are as good as any that Palermo has to offer—best sampled in a set tasting menu. The elevated prices are commensurate with the sophisticated cuisine . The venue is also extraordinary as the restaurant is housed within the Palazzo Castrone, one of the city's finest old palaces, just steps away from the Cathedral and entered through a beautiful courtyard.
Via Vittorio Emanuele 452, Palermo, Sicily, 90134, Italy091-9891901Known For
- Restaurant and museum in one gorgeous historic building
- Innovative modern dishes
- Attentive service
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No lunch -
32. Meno Tredici
$ | |There's a regular trickle of locals to this gelateria conveniently located opposite the hydrofoil port. Most opt for the local favorite: ice cream in a brioche with a couple of wafer biscuits poking out. But it's not just the creamy and tangy ice creams that pull in the crowds, there are also delicious granitas, cakes, and desserts on offer, like the semifreddo cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries or blueberries. There's limited seating outside, and it stays open late.
Via Staiti 61, Trapani, Sicily, 91100, Italy0923-1781797Known For
- Tangy ice creams
- Thirst-quenching granitas
- Tasty desserts
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33. My Name is Tannino
$$ | |In a fantastic spot by the now-drained river in Scicli, you'll need to book ahead here to enjoy a meal since it's quite popular with locals. That's thanks to the menu and the fact that you can enjoy a variety of dining options, from a simple aperitivo to a full-blown meal from the ever-changing seasonal menu. Choose a wine from the exceptional wine list to accompany your meal and listen to the owner or his staff tell you with pride how everything is produced locally or organically. If you want a reminder of your meal, you can buy some ingredients from the small display at the back of the restaurant.
Via Aleardi 36/38, Noto, Sicily, 97018, Italy338-9261431Known For
- Locally grown and ethically sourced ingredients
- Prime riverfront location, with outdoor and indoor seating
- Small store at the back selling ingredients and gifts
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch -
34. Oasi Frutti di Mare da Nitto
$ | |Located in the Ognina port, the little Nitto empire has exploded: what began as a mobile market in the 1960s (from the back of a Piaggio Ape) is now a standing fresh fish market and series of restaurants. Locals line up outside the little market to get their daily catch, while next door the fast-casual restaurant serves some of the best-prepared seafood in the area, including squid ink pastas, skewers of grilled fish, and raw seafood platters.
Piazza Mancini Battaglia 6, Catania, Sicily, 95126, Italy095-491165Known For
- Vivacious atmosphere
- Tuna agrodolce, a sweet-and-sour tuna dish studded with pine nuts and raisins
- Fresh-off-the-boat seafood
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35. Osservatorio
$$ | |There's no better (or easier) place on the island to watch its fiery explosions than from the terrace of Osservatorio. The diverse menu offers everything from pizza (dinner only) and locally caught fish to pastas and roasted meats. It's a lovely 45-minute passeggiata from the port (about 3 miles), winding up a flora-rich path, to this look-out point with prime views of the area's volcanic activity (in total, about 20 minutes from Piscità). Alternatively, if you call ahead, they can arrange a shuttle service for you. During the day, you'll see the plume of smoke emitting from the crater and get spectacular sea views. At night, it's all about the fireworks show.
Via Salvatore di Mulattiera Salvatore di Losa, Stromboli, Sicily, 98050, Italy090-9586991Known For
- The most spectacular volcanic views
- Friendly service
- Great pizza
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed mid-Nov.–Feb. -
36. Osteria Can Caus
$ | |This welcoming osteria near the train station makes a perfect lunch stop. With friendly staff and an appealing modern interior—red-tiled floor, chic basket lampshades, and rows of hanging wine bottles—it serves up inexpensive but expertly prepared dishes of local specialties such as risotto with prawns and artichoke cream, and baccalà su macco de fave (salted cod on a bean and fennel stew). The house wine is delicious, and the desserts are also worth sampling.
Corso Butera 9, Palermo, Sicily, 90011, Italy333-6790636Known For
- Local dishes and wine
- Chic interior
- Good desserts
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner Sun. -
37. Osteria San Bartolo
$$ | |Chef Danilo Conti started with a passion for wine and subsequently grew deeper respect for the soil of his home territory. The dishes at his osteria just steps from the port in Lipari are clean and balanced—the opposite of fussy—but primarily celebrate the fishing and agricultural traditions of the island; think lime-scented carpaccio of swordfish and pasta with anchovies, wild fennel, and orange zest. The dedication to his producer partners goes so deep that they are called out by name on the menu (a rarity in Italy). In addition to the osteria, Danilo operates a wine shop (San Bartolo Vineria e Dispensa) just a few doors down. There you'll find expressions of his own wines, plus a robust selection from natural wine producers around Sicily and a small (but excellent) selection of salumi and cheeses.
Via Francesco Crispi 109, Lipari, Sicily, 98055, Italy090-8961317Known For
- Natural wine (chef owns a wine shop a few doors down)
- Stuffed calamari
- Showcasing the best of both sea and land
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed. -
38. Pasticceria Diana
$ | |Set on a big square in Piazza Armerina that hosts the town’s weekly market, this is one of the very few pasticcerias that continue to make their own cornetti—light, delicious, and filled to order with custard cream, ricotta, jam, or chocolate. Other delights include iris (a deep-fried doughnut ball filled with chocolate) and krapfen (a doughnut ring filled with custard cream). There is a small covered terrace outside.
Piazza Generale Cascino 34, Piazza Armerina, Sicily, 94015, Italy0935-682224Known For
- Cornetti made from scratch straight from the oven
- Indulgent doughnut-like pastries
- Great selection of traditional Sicilian cookies
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
39. Pasticceria Santo Musumeci
$ | |In the picture-perfect medieval town of Randazzo, high on the northern side of Etna, this generations-old bakery sits at the foot of the basilica in Piazza Santa Maria. Now run by Giovanna, the daughter of Santo, the pasticceria is especially known for its exceptional gelato and granita, which are made with all natural products, with no artificial bases, colors, or flavorings. Look for an upgrade to the tastes you already know and love, such as rich and creamy pistachio gelato studded with orange zest and candied pistachios. Or try a seasonal granita with flavors informed by the wares of local farmers, such as wild mulberry, yellow raspberry, apricot, or prickly pear.
Piazza Santa Maria 5, Randazzo, Sicily, 95036, Italy095-921196Known For
- Torrone
- Fried rice crispelle
- Seasonally driven granitas
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Rate Includes: Closed Tues. -
40. Pasticceria-Gelateria Giuseppe Arena
$ | |In the Sicilian food world, the name Giuseppe Arena is synonymous with sweets. He's a maestro gelatiere (master gelato maker) who specializes in artisanal gelato, sorbet, and granita, working with fresh fruits of the season and products from the region, such as hazelnuts from the nearby Nebrodi mountains. He made his first granita at age seven with his grandfather, and through a series of competitions has been called one of the best gelato makers in Italy.
Via Consolare Pompea 1773, Punta del Faro, Sicily, 98165, Italy090-9214738Known For
- Fantastic experimental flavors, such as clam gelato
- Citrus sorbets
- Granita made with fruits the owner harvests himself
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
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