MEC Restaurant In Palermo

We had an incredible dinner at MEC. The food and wine options are amazing and the decor and staff provide an unforgettable experience! Highly recommended

A dinner that was a journey through techniques, ingredients, and bubbles. I went to the MEC Restaurant in Palermo for an evening event: a four-handed dinner with Carmelo Trentacosti and chef Alessandro Mecca, paired with a selection of Steinbrück and Vieille France Champagnes. The museum-restaurant, housed in a historic building opposite the Cathedral, is where elegance is never ostentatious, but meticulously crafted. Soft lighting, minimal furnishings, and a suspended atmosphere leave room for the experience. The journey begins with "Pasta e tenerumi," but not as you'd expect: elegant, transformed comfort food. Then comes the reconstructed cherry tomato—a small work of art that looks like a fruit but actually encapsulates all of Sicily. Shrimp, cherry, and orange granita surprise you with their sweetness and acidity. Pane e ricci is like a salty caress. Then comes a beautiful and sublime tomato Bavarian cream with burrata and Aspra anchovies: precise, colorful, perfectly balanced. The buttered escalope from Mecca is a stylish exercise in simplicity, followed by the smoked mackerel fillet from Trentacosti, with saffron, sweet and sour onion, and caper powder: a real treat. Then comes the risotto with black lemon and bottarga: savory, creamy, elegant. The monkfish ossobuco is a second course disguised as seafood comfort food. The roast lamb closes the savory portion, before two desserts that compete in aesthetics and flavor: – a creamy and compact hazelnut cake – a cacio e pear tart with beetroot ice cream and fennel powder that stunned everyone (in a good way). The Champagnes were a perfect match: bubbles never intrusive, but present, accompanying each step with personality. And the final coffee? A single-origin Peruvian, perfectly roasted, with a clean finish. An unforgettable dinner. Not just for the menu, but for the entire setting. I was pampered, inspired, and felt part of something special. And in such a setting, everything seemed to make even more sense.

Dining at MEC in Palermo was an unforgettable experience — not just a meal, but a journey through creativity, precision, and emotion. From the moment I entered, I could feel the calm elegance that defines Michelin-star dining: minimalist design, soft lighting, and impeccable attention to detail. The staff welcomed me with warmth and professionalism, making me feel truly taken care of throughout the evening. I chose the tasting menu, and each course was a small work of art — visually stunning and bursting with flavor. The combination of local Sicilian ingredients and modern techniques was impressive. One of my favorites was the red prawn dish — delicate, sweet, and beautifully balanced. The wine pairing was exceptional, highlighting the best of Sicilian vineyards. Every bite felt intentional, every flavor told a story. Even the pacing of the meal was perfect, allowing time to savor and reflect. The dessert was a masterpiece — light, elegant, and full of contrast. MEC is more than a restaurant; it’s an experience that celebrates Sicily in its most refined form. If you appreciate culinary art, this place is absolutely worth it. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Maybe Apple is backing this restaurant? There’s Steve Jobs/Apple memorabilia everywhere & Im not sure why. Food wise, they excel at seafood—the 1st bites were all seafood & all tasty. There was a pumpkin dish w mustard ice cream that did not work. Lamb needed flavor, seasoning. Potage was great, risotto was great. Our server had really squeaky shoes. The som was super nice. Wouldn’t go back.

Original setting in the Mac museum, nice staff, but food was so-so. Ok appetizers, two fantastic entrees (the tomato dish was spectacular), but after that it went downhill... Main dish was not consistent, and dessert and sweet treats were bland.

Everything about our evening at MEC was simply perfect — from the refined ambience and impeccable service to the creative and flawlessly executed tasting menu. The restaurant’s location inside an elegant Sicilian palazzo adds a sense of timeless grandeur, yet the space simultaneously celebrates modernity through its exhibition of Apple’s design history. This unexpected blend of past and future creates a unique and captivating atmosphere. Each dish was a masterpiece, beautifully presented and rich in flavor — thoughtful, balanced, and deeply evocative of both tradition and innovation. The staff were knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making the whole experience feel personal and memorable. Dining here feels like being part of a story — of art, technology, and gastronomy seamlessly intertwined. Absolutely worth a visit for anyone who appreciates fine dining at its most inspired.

A very nice place for an interesting dinner. We chose the tasting menu. Interesting wine pairings and pleasant service. Everything, except for the lamb, was really good. We'd be happy to go back. Be sure to make a reservation!

I’ve eaten at a lot of Michelin restaurants but this one was absolutely astonishing. Food, quality, service is on 3 star Michelin level. Probably the best restaurant I’ve ever eaten at. Highly recommend when coming to Sicily

Swish restaurant near Palermo cathedral. The restaurant doubles up as a museum dedicated to Apple / Steve Jobs. Here the food and service was excellent. Definitely go! Best restaurant in Palermo

An unforgettable magical moment, through new flavors, and an incredible decor. The server is excellent and the chic is nice. The cocktails are just as excellent. A memorable birthday evening for my wife. Thank you