I migliori ristoranti di cucina italiana in Messina

11/10/2025: The traditional dishes are very good, but the place is a bit dark and could use a refresh. Time seems to have stopped somewhere between the '80s and '90s.

20/05/2025: An old pastry shop in Messina. Known for its excellent homemade cannoli, and much more, it's deliciously freshly made, along with ice cream, granitas, and more. Everything is delicious. You'll find excellent desserts and a very friendly service. The owner is an excellent person and very professional.

20/09/2025: A good place to eat seafood is essential. They cook quite well, with an excellent slice of pauro, and a good mixed fried fish platter with various types of fish. Perhaps the shrimp and calamari were missing, but the cuttlefish made up for it. The fish appetizer, which was rather sparse, could use a rethink. All in all, a place worth trying. And last but not least, the service was impeccable and fast. The only flaw is the location, which is from the 1980s, but the quality of the food makes up for it. It's been closed for good for several months now.

11/04/2025: Honestly one of my favorite places to eat in Messina, the hidden ones that at a very honest price make you eat like heaven

06/10/2025: We had lunch at this restaurant, half empty. I understand it was raining and it was a Saturday lunch. We had two baked cutlets with no flavor, then two pasta dishes, one charcoal-cooked where I found two hairs 🤦‍♀️, and which made me feel terrible for the rest of the day. It's another first course with no flavor. The bill was very expensive: 107 euros. Never again.

30/09/2025: We stopped for dinner at the recommendation of a friend. Good food, friendly service, and a good price.

22/09/2025: I had a good time, good pizza and friendly staff.

01/09/2025: expensive, dishes with small portions and the atmosphere is horrible

24/09/2025: A real treat, I highly recommend it! The welcome is incredibly kind, and the food... I have no words! It's delicious and authentically traditional.

28/06/2025: Restaurant and bar for friends and acquaintances. You are in company and always laugh. Daily menu and always fresh. Good food and excellent service.

03/10/2025: Delicious focaccia and rustici…I recommend it

03/09/2025: Truly awful, the focaccia and rustici are obscene. It's inedible by my standards, I had stomach problems for days. I can't understand how focaccia can be sold for €16 a kilo and still be so awful.

19/09/2025: Generous dishes, swordfish galore.

31/08/2025: It says it's open on Sundays, with the opening hours. It would be respectful to customers to update the information here on Google.

14/09/2025: very long waiting times, 50 minutes, almost 1 hour waiting for a pizza, shameful

07/09/2025: We stopped at a somewhat inconvenient time, yet the guys were incredibly friendly and helpful. Seeing how hungry we were, they quickly fried up four arancini for us. They were fabulous and highly recommended. Trust me, eat them! We also enjoyed a hamburger sandwich and a slice of pizza, which were truly delicious. The burger was delicious. As soon as we get back to Sicily, we already know where to stock up!

23/05/2025: I visited this café as a tourist speaking NO Italian, (only Si, Grazi, and Por Favore) and was treated very kindly and welcomingly by the barista who helped me find the pastry I wanted and made me a beautiful cappuccino!

14/05/2025: BUSINESS HAS CHANGED MANAGEMENT. FROM 2024

29/08/2025: Last Saturday, I spent an evening at this bar on the Roccalumera seafront, strategically located with a picturesque view of the Strait. The modern, pleasant atmosphere puts you at ease, allowing you to relax and enjoy an excellent aperitif with background music. I had an excellent whiskey sour, expertly crafted with a perfect blend of various ingredients. I recommend this lovely establishment because the atmosphere is pleasant and relaxing, with excellent bar and cuisine. Affordable prices.

29/08/2025: Excellent aperitifs, Giovanni is an excellent bartender, always available.

12/10/2025: Came twice, was closed even when it showed it was open on google. Very disapointing

20/09/2025: Like everything on the island, it's rather expensive. The salad was very good. The pistachio cookies were a bit dry. Friendly service. Good outdoor seating. Large selection of dishes and breads.

19/10/2025: Well done to the gentleman in the dining room! Excellent food!

14/10/2025: This isn't a campsite anymore. The owner made that rather rudely clear to me. We were allowed to stay for dinner, but we decided against it...

25/07/2025: A very pleasant location to enjoy in peace with the managers Annamaria and Sandro who are truly professionals in the sector.

29/06/2025: Called 5 times to book a table at their beach for Sunday evening and I had no answer nor was I ever called back. Absolutely unprofessional

31/10/2025: We ordered 3 portions of fish and chips and squid to take away. The food was prepared very slowly. (approx. 20-30 minutes) When paying, it turned out that we could not pay by card, only cash. The paper cone we received contained very little squid, but at least it was expensive. We will not go here again, I do not recommend it.

29/10/2025: The arancini were okay, but the pizza was just okay in my opinion. Poor edges, cold, nothing special.

27/10/2025: Great atmosphere! Live music, not Italian, but very good classic rock covers! Good drinks, divine atmosphere. Several of Taormina's staircases and squares have been transformed into restaurants or pubs, which is beautiful!

03/10/2025: Very long wait times (few customers, simple dishes, etc.). Ingredients listed on the menu aren't served. The answer is, "There are different preparation methods, we cook it differently here." Please don't write that on the menu.