Il Mare in Pentola In Gatteo

19/02/2026: Not much to say, the best in the area, fresh fish of excellent quality, kind, helpful and friendly, excellent service, excellent value for money

14/02/2026: We returned for the umpteenth time to this restaurant, almost hidden from the most touristy part of town. Upon entering, you're transported to a pleasant 1960s/70s atmosphere with white tablecloths, a classic table setting, and a homey feel. The cuisine is based on excellent fresh fish, carefully and perfectly cooked by the owner himself, and inspired by local recipes alternating with traditional Sicilian dishes. The menu includes, among other items, tuna sausage and sweet cannoli with ricotta. We started with a non-greasy and truly delicious fried whitebait; we then continued with a rich and abundant mix of raw fish that first thrilled the eye and then the palate: tuna carpaccio, red shrimp, prawns, and amberjack morsels; followed by stewed baby octopus and grilled calamari, perfect and stunning in their simplicity. The generous and generous mixed grill included, among other things, mixed skewers, sole, monkfish, turbot, and more—all well-cooked and appetizing, yet simple, allowing you to savor the true flavors of fresh fish. The dessert menu was varied, and we chose a classic tiramisu, which we thoroughly enjoyed. The wine list was well-organized, with a distinctly national flavor. The service was professional, even changing glasses as the wine changed, attentive but perhaps a little stiff with the new generation, while the presence of the "old guard" makes sitting here truly a treat. A modest piece of advice for the younger crowd: welcome and serve with a smile; it benefits everyone. To the kind and courteous owner, I can only say: congratulations!!! The simplicity of the dishes wonderfully helped us rediscover the true flavor of fish. Marisa and Marco