Rometta Marea 最佳餐厅

St. George by Heinz Beck

★★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Contemporary

One of the most desirable and exclusive locations in Taormina, the St. George is situated in The Ashbee Hotel, an early-20C villa on the edge of Taormina’s historic centre which has retained all the charm of a private house with its elegant lounge and breathtaking terrace adorned with palm trees that frame the Straits of Messina. The cuisine comes courtesy of a partnership between Heinz Beck and resident chef Salvatore Iuliano. The three-starred Michelin chef’s instinctive elegance and gastronomic intuition combine with Calabrian-born Salvatore’s passionate and colourful take on Mediterranean

I Tenerumi

★★ Michelin€€€€Vegetarian, Creative

Arrive at the restaurant before sunset to admire a spectacular view of the Aeolian Islands: the setting is breathtaking, and the extraordinary “plant-based” cuisine, as defined by Chef Davide Guidara refusing the stereotypes of “vegetarian” or “vegan”, is sure to move you even further. From his open-view kitchen, a single surprise tasting menu is offered (price included), conceived as a journey through numerous often playful tastings. Guidara, previously awarded as a Young Chef, shows great skill in highlighting the winter produce from his garden through preservation techniques such as ferment

Otto Geleng

★ Michelin€€€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Sicilian

The elegant atmosphere at this restaurant is typical of Taormina and of Sicily’s old villas, with just eight tables laid out on a terrace adorned with bougainvillea and overlooking Taormina, the Bay of Naxos and Etna. The decor here shows real attention to detail, with an emphasis on the splendour of a grand old residence, while chef Roberto Toro creates typical Sicilian dishes reinterpreted with his own personal twist. His cuisine is showcased on various tasting menus, including a vegetarian option, from which dishes can be chosen à la carte style. We particularly enjoyed the chef’s signature

Il Cappero

★ Michelin€€€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Modern Cuisine

The kitchen here reaches a standard of absolute distinction. The two tasting menus, one more concise, one more extensive, present a proposition built upon the full and recognisable flavours of fresh, predominantly local produce, handled with solid technical skill within a contemporary Mediterranean idiom. Cultured references are not lacking, such as the measured use of French-inspired sauces or the judicious application of fermentation, lending depth without heaviness. The dessert chapter is a true final indulgence: after a first tasting served at table, the experience continues at a dedicated

Qafiz

★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Calabrian

A captivating journey through the wild countryside and olive groves of Aspromonte serves as a prelude to an almost mystical experience at Qafiz, where Chef Nino Rossi tells the story of Calabria and its roots through an instinctive, profound, and remarkably accomplished cuisine. Guests are seated around a small kitchen in omakase style, embarking on an immersive gastronomic journey supported by an impeccable wine selection and service that keeps the energy of the moment alive. For those wishing to fully immerse themselves in the spirit of the place, Casa Qafiz offers the possibility of an inti

Shalai

★ Michelin€€€Sicilian, Modern Cuisine

Choose from four tasting menus at this restaurant, including one which changes depending on the chef’s inspiration and another which focuses on fish and seafood, all of which feature dishes that can also be chosen à la carte style. We particularly enjoyed the creamy Provola cheese risotto with lemon, wild herbs and black truffles, and the lemon dessert which made a fitting conclusion to our memorable dinner.

La Capinera

★ Michelin€€€Sicilian, Creative

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Vineria Modi

★ Michelin€€€italian

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Principe Cerami

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine

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Vecchio Porto

必比登€Seafood, Contemporary

Although travellers may know Villa San Giovanni for its ferry port to Sicily, fans of gourmet cuisine are familiar with the port as the home of the “Vecchio Porto”, one of the best restaurants in the region and one which boasts spectacular views of the Straits of Messina from its second-floor terrace. The menu features classic dishes including fish cooked on the grill and more imaginative options such as the raw antipasti (snapper flavoured with sea-urchin sauce, lumpfish roe, onion and diced cucumber). The remarkable quality of the fish is a constant theme here.

Taverna Kerkira

必比登€€Seafood, Mediterranean Cuisine

This simple restaurant with a friendly atmosphere has been in business for 40 years, and is now one of the most popular eateries in this seaside town where singer Mia Martini was born. Situated near the centre and the sea, Taverna Kerkira serves Calabrian and Mediterranean dishes with influences from Greek cuisine (part of the family comes from Greece and the restaurant takes its name from the Greek word for Corfu), including excellent moussaka and farfalle pasta with Greek yoghurt.

🕐 We-Su 20:30-23:00

In Cucina dai Pennisi

必比登€€barbecue, coffee_shop, deli, grill, italian, local, mediterranean

The Pennisi family business started in this butcher’s shop, which over time has expanded to include a restaurant serving excellent cuisine to guests who sit at small tables facing a counter where a fine selection of meat, salumi and cheeses is displayed. The menu features grilled meat options alongside filled rolls and hamburgers, as well as delicious cooked dishes that are both generous and substantial. We suggest asking staff for recommendations, as we did – we were not disappointed!

🕐 Mo-Sa 09:00-22:00; Su 09:00-15:30

Veneziano

必比登€€Sicilian, Traditional Cuisine

Situated just outside Randazzo, one of the villages with typical lava-stone buildings dotted around Mt Etna, this restaurant serves excellent local cuisine. Recipes featuring mushrooms and meat take pride of place on the menu, from antipasti such as the excellent mixed mushrooms to first courses of mushroom soup and mains that include a highly recommended “asado” (mixed grill) and an unmissable Nero dei Nebrodi capocollo ham.

Modì

€€€Sicilian, Contemporary

This restaurant has moved from its previous location in central Torregrotta to a more secluded setting slightly above the town centre, where it aims to offer its guests an even better dining experience. The owner-chef has more than achieved this, serving excellent Sicilian dishes reinterpreted with careful precision and a contemporary twist. A good wine list completes the picture.

Marina del Nettuno

€€€Creative, Contemporary

As its name suggests, this restaurant and lounge bar is situated right on the jetty of the Yachting Club Messina. Elegant and minimalist - style decor, as well as creative cuisine with a focus on fish dishes.

Doppio Gusto

€€€Seafood, Classic Cuisine

Fish specialities take pride of place on the menu of this elegant, contemporary - style restaurant with friendly, informal service. Good selection of wines, also available by the glass.

La Ristobottega

€€Calabrian, Contemporary

As the name suggests, this restaurant is divided into two sections: a shop on one side, which sells local products such as tempting salumi and cheeses (they also serve informal lunches at midday); and on the other, in the evening, an attractive bistro with wooden tables and soft lighting, where you can enjoy delicious cuisine. Among the fish dishes (aged on site), we particularly recommend the grouper fillet with vegetable caponatina and raw scampi on a bed of mashed potato, while the meat options include top-quality cuts such as Wagyu beef. A small outdoor space on the pavement completes the

L'A Gourmet L'Accademia

€€Seafood, Modern Cuisine

From the restaurant on the first floor (no lift) of this early 20C building, you’ll enjoy fine views of the sea and the Strait of Messina. Here, skilled chef Filippo Cogliardo prepares fish-based dishes which include classic recipes (raw seafood) as well as more modern options (amberjack, red turnip with honey, fennel mayonnaise and lime gel). A few meat dishes also feature on the menu.

De Gustibus - Maurizio

€€Seafood, Mediterranean Cuisine

Simple, modern fish dishes full of flavour take centre stage at this family-run restaurant in the charming historic centre of Palmi. The raw fish dishes served here include a delicious carpaccio made with the catch of the day and seasoned with a delicate home-made vinaigrette and cherry tomatoes, while the “Intrusi” menu offers three or four meat options for non-fish eaters. Desserts are announced at your table and always include a delicious cannolo. The wine list features mainly Italian labels, as well as a choice of champagnes. An intimate and warmly recommended restaurant.

Blum

€€€€Modern Cuisine

A magnificent location directly in a gazebo where you can count the waves breaking on the beach, but in case of bad weather, there’s also an equally intimate and elegant indoor dining room available. Pampered by attentive and exceptionally kind service, follow the chef’s creations along tasting journeys, including vegetarian options, or à la carte dishes from both land and sea, always served with great aesthetic taste, often built on local products crafted with contemporary and colorful sensibility. In short, enjoy the complete experience that two hours in this exclusive corner of Sicily will

Kisté - Easy Gourmet

€€Modern Cuisine

Housed in the 15C Casa Cipolla, with a romantic terrace for summer dining, Kistè is a treasure trove of gourmet Sicilian cuisine prepared in contemporary style.

À Putia - Enoteca e Cucina

€€Farm to table, Seafood

This restaurant began life in 1946 as a grocery store (the name is the Sicilian word for shop) which, forty years later, was transformed into a very simple yet attractive trattoria-cum-wine bar (don’t be shocked by the paper tablecloths!). The cuisine focuses mainly on fish, seafood and fresh market produce, while the wines come from Sicily and further afield. Booking ahead is essential here, partly because there are only a few tables but also because the opening hours vary depending on the season. You may find it difficult to find somewhere to park between the main street and the seafront in

Filippino

€€italian

Opened in 1910, this historic restaurant with an attractive shaded outdoor pergola serves an extensive array of delicious local fish prepared in traditional recipes. Enjoy a selection of typical Sicilian specialities prepared by the Bernardi family, including the highly recommended “Nonno Filippino” fish soup.

Trattoria del Vicolo

€€Sicilian, Modern Cuisine

Overlooking the piazza for almost 50 years, this restaurant has been modernised but has nonetheless managed to retain its friendly ambience, especially in the outdoor space facing the narrow alleyway. The owner-chef serves regional specialities reinterpreted with his own individual twist, such as his famous swordfish rolls served in a type of pie.

Dodici Fontane

€€€€Modern Cuisine, Creative

The scenery that you drive through to get to this restaurant on the slopes of Mt Etna is as breathtaking and impressive as the charming luxury Villa Neri hotel in which it is housed. In the modern dining room, the chef serves personalised cuisine with a focus on Sicilian ingredients, resulting in occasionally complex dishes (meat and fish) which are showcased on his tasting menus. Guests can also choose dishes à la carte style, while the wine list includes an excellent and highly recommended selection of local Etna labels, including the property’s own wine (they also produce their own extra-vi

Vico Astemio

€€€Contemporary, Sicilian

Situated in the village centre surrounded by narrow alleyways, this attractive restaurant is housed in an old barrel warehouse. Here, self-taught chef Massimiliano Vasta serves colourful cuisine that is full of delicious flavours, showcased on two tasting menus and an impressive à la carte with an equal emphasis on meat and fish (despite the port being just a stone’s throw away). We focused on the main course and particularly enjoyed the Zuppa di Pietro, an updated version of the chef’s father’s favourite dish, as well as the tempting array of tasty welcome snacks. There’s an impressive wine l

Casu Osteria Contemporanea

€€Sicilian, Modern Cuisine

Situated on Giarre’s main street, this small, simple restaurant has just a few tables and an informal atmosphere. The menu offers a small selection of reasonably priced dishes with a focus on Sicilian cuisine made from top-quality ingredients that guarantee delicious flavours.

Nni Lausta

€€regional

Fish plays the starring role here, where the authentic traditional flavours and ingredients of Aeolian cuisine are skilfully interpreted with a touch of imaginative flair. If it’s not too hot to sit outside, ask for a table on the pleasant, shaded terrace on the first floor.