I migliori ristoranti di cucina italiana in Messina

12/05/2026: What a wonderful experience our stay here at the end of April was! A place seemingly untouched by time, so authentic. Charming, smiling hosts who took such good care of us. Delicious, traditional, and enormous meals. Everything is produced on-site. The joy of setting off for a walk each morning with homemade fruit and cakes 😊 The taste of true Sicily 🥰

15/04/2026: If you're looking for white-glove luxury, move on. But if you're looking for the soul of Sicily, the scent of sea, lemons, and rustic hospitality, this trattoria is your ultimate destination. There's no point beating around the bush: you come here for Carletto's expertly crafted swordfish rolls.

05/04/2026: Carletto in Sant'Angela di Militello was a truly pleasant experience. Everything was excellent, from the welcome to the service, and, of course, the food. Among the dishes, the swordfish rolls stand out, a true house specialty: tender, flavorful, and grilled. A delicacy truly worth trying.

02/06/2026: Excellent food, wonderful view and very welcoming and polite staff not to mention the fantastic view facing the sea

31/05/2026: This was the perfect Italian cuisine experience. Special thanks to Mr. Salvatore for making this expertise even better, was super friendly and nice! Totally loved it! Definitely recommend 👍 Grazie!

08/05/2026: Excellent food and wonderful service at Sapori Di Pasta! The pasta was fresh, authentic, and cooked to perfection with rich homemade flavors. Every dish tasted high quality and beautifully prepared. The staff were welcoming, attentive, and created a warm atmosphere that made the experience even more enjoyable. A perfect place to enjoy real Italian cuisine in Milazzo — highly recommended!

03/04/2026: Wasim treated us like family. He always recommended the best pasta with any sauce combination, and it was some of the best we've had around here. We'll definitely be back. A big hug to Wasim; you're a real joy. Thank you. Wasim treated us like family. He always recommended the best pasta with all kinds of sauce combinations, and it was some of the best we've had around here. We'll definitely come back. A big hug to Wasim; you're a real joy. Thank you.

08/05/2026: I had dinner at this restaurant, which I wasn't entirely satisfied with due to the quality of the fish, some of which was frozen. The service was reasonably fast. The atmosphere was rustic and well-kept.

02/05/2026: Welcoming place, minimal wait times, good food, friendly staff. The only negative: the salad was brought to the table already dressed.

07/05/2026: Fresh fish, with every bite of raw seafood, the "sea" was served. The stewed mussels and octopus were also excellent. A perfect dinner, with a well-stocked wine cellar. Prices are in line with other fresh fish restaurants.

03/05/2026: Everything was excellent, from the stunning location overlooking the sea to the service and, of course, the food. Seafood is the main focus of the menu, with fresh, top-quality ingredients elegantly served and plated. The wait staff is attentive to the needs of their guests. Prices are in line with the quality of the food.

28/11/2025: Beautiful setting and super romantic. Food was delicious and staff were lovely. Portions are small so marked down for that in terms of value for money. Marked down on service as was charged an additional €30 for a bottle of wine we did not order. Did not notice until we got back to the hotel as we were in a rush to pay because it started to rain and we were outside! With that being said I would go again, without the kids and make sure I check the bill properly next time! The outdoor terrace is truly stunning.

23/10/2025: This restaurant may as well be one of the best places I’ve ever had dinner. We found it online and decided to check it out spontaneously, and just wow. The garden is beautiful, with several citrus trees. Super romantic atmosphere. All the staff has specific roles, so the sommelier only does take wine orders, the waitresses only bring food and take away empty plates or refill empty glasses and there are separate people for taking food orders or bringing out the bill. Although it might feel a bit slow (reading some of the other comments), there definitely is a system in place that works well. And then the food… eating a variety of vegetarian food has been difficult in Sicily. Not at this restaurant; they have an amazing selection of high quality vegetarian food. Probably the best vegetarian food we’ve ever had. We started with a delicious burrata and tomatoes, then lemon linguini, fried artichoke and shared two desserts. We did not have any wine, just two bottles of water and I was surprised with how low the bill was for the amazing quality of food. Feels like dining in a Michelin setting, but for a super reasonable price. Thank you to the staff for this amazing experience!

24/05/2026: I loved the place; the dishes were varied and very good, the owners were very friendly, and it's centrally located. I recommend trying the variety of fried fish.

23/05/2026: Excellent quality of both food and service, highly recommended

09/06/2026: Excellent alternative to Acqucalda di Lipari.

31/05/2026: Excellent food, and very friendly and helpful staff. Breathtaking view of the salt flats at dusk. We had a mixed antipasto, very good but a bit sparse for the price (we shared it). We then had a mixed fried fish dish, a decent size, but it was also a bit pricey. Another main course was the stuffed squid, also very good but a bit pricey. We spent a total of €83, including a glass of wine and water. A positive experience, but a bit pricey.

01/05/2026: A good pastry shop offering a variety of traditional local desserts. A stop here is highly recommended.

06/04/2026: Extraordinary traditional products, a wonderful aroma inside, and very kind staff. I bought a traditional Easter cake and am very pleased with the quality.

10/01/2026: The staff and chefs were incredibly friendly and welcoming. We ordered a pizza with pistachios and mortadella, and it was delicious. We received a lemon curd as a gift from the chef himself. We highly recommend this authentic Sicilian place!

11/12/2025: Very nice staff, great pizza, nice environment, good prices. Definitely recommend :)

26/04/2026: Excellent service, the food is very good, and the owners and employees are super friendly.

19/04/2026: Good pizza and exceptional service

15/05/2026: Classic family-run Italian restaurant. Very good food and reasonable prices. Good service. They didn't have tiramisu, but the waiter directed me to a place to order it. I would return.

14/05/2026: The location is beautiful, but the best part is the quality of the food. The restaurant offers quality traditional cuisine in a quiet atmosphere with the option of watching events. The staff is friendly and courteous, and the price is fair for its location.

10/06/2026: The best gratinated mussels of my life.

26/05/2026: Good food and fast service. We'll be back.

25/05/2026: As a Palermitan, I'm obsessed with Messina's rotisserie... Big Ben is a must-try. The Pidoni are DELICIOUS, delicious, with excellent toppings. The arancini are exceptional, with a spectacular sauce. The fried food is incredibly crispy. Everything is delicious. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to try typical Messina rotisserie. The place is clean and welcoming, and everyone is very friendly. 5 out of 5

02/03/2026: Good lasagne & mushroom pie, 4,50€ each.