u'caruso In Siracusa

05/01/2025: This is a fine dining restaurant with that has both Sicilian and foreign cuisines influence. It is located outside of Ortigia but pretty close and easy to walk to. The interior is very spacious, with large windows and slightly industrial style. Presentation of food is definitely the highlight. We had the surprise tasting menu that consisted of stuff courses and every meal looked like art. Taste was also very good. My personal favorites were scallops, and two tartar (beef and cod). The servers speak very good English and provide good explanations. The bartender deserves a special mention. He mixed very interesting drinks for us (mostly twists on classical cocktails) that were prepared in front of us. The restaurant is definitely on the pricey side, especially for Syracuse. We paid 300 EUR for a couple (tasting menu and two drinks each). I'd say it is worth it.

05/01/2025: My husband organized my bday dinner here. We had the 6-course tasting menu for 120 a person, without alcoholic drinks. Food presentation is a true art and flavors were excellent. Despite saying I don’t like tuna I got a tuna butter… well… it was good for someone who likes that taste. The scallops were my favorite, perfectly cooked and flavor was divine. Our cocktails were made in front of us at the bar wagon, in accordance to the chefs recommendations. Staff speaks perfect English, and accommodated dietary preferences. Unfortunately they didn’t read the comment in the reservation that it was a birthday so I lacked the candle on my dessert - make sure to remind the waitress upon your arrival if you want sth special during your dinner with them. Also be sure to bring their tip in cash!