Awards Candidates 2019

18/10/2025: We had dinner at this osteria; the place is truly beautiful and the atmosphere is pleasant. The food is also good; you can taste the attention paid to the choice of ingredients. That said, there were some aspects that left me perplexed. The prices are decidedly high, especially considering it's an osteria, where one would normally expect a better value and more generous portions. I had read negative reviews about the staff, but I found them friendly and helpful. Overall, a very nice place, but they need to reconsider their prices and portions to truly offer an osteria experience, in the truest sense of the word.

13/10/2025: Very nice restaurant. One of the best meals I've ever had!

06/11/2025: Undoubtedly one of the best restaurants in Catania

29/10/2025: Rustic yet elegant, the atmosphere is excellent and attentive. The quality of the ingredients is evident, as are the truly expertly executed cooking techniques. Prices are commensurate with the quality offered.

21/10/2025: Very good food and atmosphere! Highly recommend!

19/10/2025: Lovely!! Authentic Sicilian experience.

02/11/2025: What a disappointment. A historic venue, but not even a shadow of its former glory remains... except for the walls. An unremarkable menu, tasteless dishes with a presentation that's nothing short of shabby. The service also leaves much to be desired, needless to say.

31/08/2025: Very nice place, excellent food and very helpful and kind staff

30/09/2025: This bar makes the best granitas you can find; a truly exquisite cream that's a must-try. They also have excellent pastries and a lovely snack bar. The service is incredibly fast and attentive, and the location is excellent, with outdoor tables overlooking a large square that exudes a sense of serenity and peace. A perfect oasis for relaxing and indulgent moments. The prices are exceptionally reasonable. I definitely recommend this place, where I come often and have a wonderful time.

24/08/2025: Funny baked goods, but very tasty! A big thank you to the staff for saving our hat! ;)

11/10/2025: I've been coming to Catania for work for five years, and Taverna del Grande Albero is a regular stop. First of all, I find quality and courtesy here, but above all, I feel like I'm at home. The owners have become like family to me. I GO TO FILIPPO'S, I say every time!!!! Always friendly, always hospitable, they never fail to chat with the customers, and I highly recommend it!! I've attached photos so you can fully understand my satisfaction. I'm sorry I didn't take a picture of the spectacular seafood appetizer!

11/10/2025: We had a wonderful time, the food was excellent, the venue was elegant, and the staff was friendly. Highly recommended. A special greeting to the owner. Piedmont Holiday Group.

04/11/2025: Relaxing atmosphere, fantastic food and incredibly friendly staff. I recommend it. Try it.

23/10/2025: A historic restaurant in the center of Catania specializing in Thai food. The place is very carefully crafted, charming, and decorated in a traditional style. Excellent service, starting with the welcome drink and the friendly and attentive staff. The menu is rich in delicious dishes, but I wanted to start with the things I knew I'd like but didn't expect so much. The mixed appetizers and chicken pad thai were delicious. The portions are very generous, so I recommend sharing and trying multiple dishes. Fair price ✅

28/07/2025: Excellent takeout pizza, the ingredients are fresh and the workshop is clean.

07/07/2025: Excellent pizza, quality and courtesy 🔝

14/10/2025: I've always wanted to visit the small town of Enna, located 931 meters above sea level. I randomly chose a place for lunch without any prior information, and had a truly excellent meal. It was much more satisfying than the restaurants I'd been to in Syracuse and Taormina. In particular, the Pacceri pasta with ragu sauce, which wasn't on the menu, was the best ragu pasta I've ever had. The grilled tuna and squid from the mixed grilling "Chef's Fantasy" were absolutely delicious, with no fishy smell whatsoever and just the right amount of seasoning. I expected the veal rib to be veal, but it tasted more like overgrown beef, but it was edible and had no odor. The caponata (stir-fried vegetables in tomato sauce) was also delicious, with a variety of vegetables. The Sicilian white wine was also delicious. The staff didn't speak English well, but we were able to communicate with gestures. I highly recommend it!!

09/10/2025: Lovely local Italian restaurant

29/10/2025: Top-notch staff. Great, high-quality, homemade food, cooked and served with love. It's always a pleasure.

27/10/2025: We loved it. We arrived by chance, and it was a great experience. Good dishes, good quality. About €25 per person. Very well located next to the town hall square. On Sundays you can park without problems and at no cost. But in fact it doesn't cost that much to park here... €0.60 per hour...