16/08/2025: I dined with high expectations, but the food wasn't what I expected. If you charge €22 for a first course and €28 for a second course, you expect quality, not just a beautiful plating. Unfortunately, both the tagliolini and the grilled swordfish lacked flavor and taste. Attentive service and a beautiful location, but if the flavors aren't there, you'll hardly return... it's a shame.
12/08/2025: Here's a review that highlights the Cala Zingaro experience with the dishes featured:
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Cala Zingaro – A taste experience between sea and authenticity
At Cala Zingaro, the sea isn't just a backdrop: it's the secret ingredient that makes every dish a thrill.
The gastronomic journey begins with spaghetti with mussels, in a cacio e pepe sauce, a tribute to simplicity and freshness. The pasta, perfectly al dente, embraces a creamy and delicate sauce, enhanced by a drizzle of olive oil and an aromatic touch of parsley, with an elegant and refined plating.
Next comes a timeless classic: tagliatelle with meat sauce. Full-bodied, textured, designed to capture the rich and flavorful sauce, they exude all the authenticity of Emilian tradition. A dish that warms the heart and satisfies the palate.
For those who love more creative flavors, the pistachio pesto paccheri with red shrimp tartare is a revelation. The freshness of the raw shrimp pairs perfectly with the creaminess of the pesto and the crunchy touch of chopped pistachios, creating a perfect balance of sea, land, and innovation.
The crunchy moment arrives with the mixed fried calamari and fish, light and dry, fragrant on the outside and soft on the inside, accompanied by lemon slices for a fresh note reminiscent of the sea breeze.
Finally, to round off the meal in style, the fresh fruit salad is a palette of colors and flavors: figs, blackberries, peaches, melon, berries, and passion fruit. A triumph of natural sweetness and freshness, perfect for a light-hearted end to your meal.
In short: Cala Zingaro is a place where taste meets sight, in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere, with dishes that speak the language of the sea and Italian tradition. An experience not to be missed.
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