Ritz In Catania

Dont know why rating is so low, amazing place, excellent food, stellar service. Highly recommend!

I booked conveniently online, and that's a plus. When we got there, they let us choose a better table than the one randomly assigned by the system. The place isn't huge, but it also has outdoor space. It's tastefully decorated, offering a welcoming atmosphere, but there were times when we couldn't talk because the music was too loud. We ordered a Sicilian Spritz, which tasted only of prosecco and was missing one of the ingredients: basil. When I asked if I could have it, the waitress seemed almost shocked and placed a leaf on the abundant ice in the glass. My friend had a non-alcoholic drink, which she finished after the second sip because it was almost all ice. The vegetarian tapas are varied and, I must say, quite good. The so-called "focaccia" is a kind of crispy pizza, completely unlike focaccia. The "pizza" is a very thin crust and also quite small (the cheapest is around 12 euros). I also had a small problem with cleaning a plate, which was promptly replaced by the waiter, who apologized. The cover charge is a whopping €2.50 per person. In conclusion, for a substantial aperitivo (sharing two small plates of tapas, a "focaccia...ina" and a "pizza...ina" and having two drinks, one of which was a non-alcoholic drink with more than average ice), we spent a whopping €29 each, which in other places would allow you to dine lavishly... I didn't want to leave this 3-star review because I don't like giving negative reviews, but I received an email from the booking system inviting me to do so, and here it is 🙆🏻‍♀️

Had the Calamarata pasta, so good! The squid was super tender and flavorful, the sauce really hit, and the seasonal ingredients like cherry tomatoes and squash blossoms made it feel fresh and special. Loved that it was gluten-free too. Definitely a dish I’d go back for.

I really like this place; I've been there several times, either for a meal or for dinner. The last time I had a delicious pizza with stracciatella and prosciutto, and a sweet fig crostini. Everything was excellent. The atmosphere was intimate, and the staff was attentive. I'll definitely be back, thanks to all the wonderful staff. Reasonable prices.