I migliori ristoranti di cucina mediterranea in Messina

06/01/2026: Our favourite restaurant in Taormina! We came here on our first evening of our honeymoon and enjoyed it so much we came back on our last. The restaurant interior is lovely, but we enjoyed sitting in the courtyard on both occasions. Food was absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection. All the staff were very helpful and friendly, explaining dishes and helping us to find the right wine pairings. The manager in particular was super friendly. All round incredible place and a must visit.

04/01/2026: Very, very good food! Pleasant atmosphere and extremely friendly staff! I recommend!

05/01/2026: It's been years since I've had lunch at a trattoria. The food and staff are exquisite, especially for those who aren't privy to luxury and are looking for local, authentic, home-cooked food. The dining room is a bit cramped, but that's what trattorias are all about. I promised myself I'd return!

07/12/2025: I visited Tratoria Rapisardi yesterday. It has a wonderful family atmosphere. The young owner is a fantastic guy.

27/11/2025: I cant leave review on their food as the restaurant was closed, the resturant hasn't bothered to update their Google operating hours.. we have travelled from Taormina thinking to check the beautiful view enjoy good after, but we were left disappointed. We understand that it is off season times ( end of Nov 2025) but at least they should have made an update as there are still people travelling.

25/11/2025: A must! stunning location, homemade authentic Italian 🇮🇹 food - don’t hesitate! best food on that rock 💫

12/02/2026: Very good quality, lots of locals. Large restaurant.

12/10/2025: An evening to be repeated. Excellent in every way.

07/01/2026: Excellent restaurant: delicious food and a spectacular location, with a breathtaking view of all of Taormina and Mount Etna right across the street. During the summer, a splendid upstairs terrace is also available. Highly recommended, especially for the kindness of the staff. We chose a raw fish appetizer to share, two first courses (a risotto and tagliolini), and, to finish, a dessert. Everything was delicious, and we had a truly wonderful time. Thank you, Alfio!

03/01/2026: Expectations are inevitably high in a restaurant of this caliber. And it must be said right away: they weren't disappointed, even if there was a slight sense of "it could have been better." The setting is refined, elegant but not stuffy, with a warm, well-lit dining room and a nighttime view that pleasantly complements the dinner. The service is one of the strong points: extremely kind, attentive, never intrusive, and capable of making you feel welcomed from start to finish. The fried seafood is well-executed, using quality ingredients, dry and light. However, for a €25 dish, the portion is objectively modest: two people can eat, yes, but with the feeling that something is missing. More than the quality, here it's the quantity that doesn't live up to the asking price. The risotto with shrimp tails and cheese is perfect, balanced, and well-creamed. Good, without a doubt. But at this level—and especially at €25—you expect that wow factor, that bite that lingers in your memory. In this case, it doesn't explode; it remains a good dish without becoming memorable. The real surprise was the soup: intense, deep, enveloping: truly, very good, one of those dishes that justify the cuisine and leave a lasting impression. Overall, a good experience, pleasant and refined, with room to become excellent. A restaurant that has everything to convince, but which could be more daring with some dishes to fully justify the bill.

28/10/2025: A fantastic experience for simple, classic with a twist Aeolian cuisine! We had a wonderful dinner while in Salina and would highly recommend the restaurant. Chef Fillipo is a genius when it comes to taking the most humble of local ingredients and turning them into absolute delicacies. Starting with the broad bean soup with herbed ricotta and anchovies a classic Sicilian soup taken to the next level with fresh herbed ricotta and salty anchovies. We both wanted meat for so we chose the black pork sausages and the house made beef spiedini both absolutely delicious and so simple and we both had the purslane salad, foraged from the local mountains and just delicious. The salted mandarin sorbet with Lemon jam was a perfect finish. We loved everything and would highly recommended you visit.

28/10/2025: We were on a sailing holiday and arrived in Salina marina for the night. We chose this restaurant because it was small but busy. We now know why it was busy even for off season. The food was fabulous. The yellowtail was especially good. Although a limited selection the wine was local and good. Highly recommended.

05/03/2026: Welcoming, courteous, high-quality, and incredibly professional. Prices are affordable. So much poetry and romance, I highly recommend it to everyone.

26/01/2026: Excellent fish dishes, extreme kindness and professionalism. Absolutely recommended.

17/03/2026: Excellent and always top notch!!! Highly recommended

05/02/2026: Excellent seafood restaurant. Refined and very clean atmosphere. Excellent service, discreet and very friendly wait staff.

22/02/2026: Terrible place, insignificant and indifferent people, manager unreachable as a switched off cell phone...not reliable in any way...not recommended, a B&B for 50 euros a day is much more welcoming.

22/12/2025: A stay at the Hotel Metropole in Taormina is far more than a simple hotel experience. Of course, the location is extraordinary, suspended between sky and sea, and nature seems to have played its part, offering breathtaking views. But what truly makes this hotel a dream destination are the people who work there. Here you'll find not only professionalism, but a true team, close-knit and authentic, capable of conveying warmth, attention, and passion in every gesture. A special thanks goes to Ambra, who at the front desk represents the beating heart of the welcome: always present, elegant in her manners, and impeccable in her management. In the restaurant, Antonio is synonymous with care, expertise, and a smile, capable of transforming every meal into a special moment. All the staff, without exception, play a crucial role in creating a unique atmosphere, made of details, kindness, and a sincere desire to make guests feel not only welcomed, but pampered. At the Hotel Metropole, luxury is not ostentation, but harmony, humanity, and genuine attention. A stay that will remain in your heart and that can be defined, without hesitation, very pleasant and truly a dream.

02/11/2025: Ristorante Le Orologio is an absolute gem! The food was exceptional, every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The restaurant’s design is elegant yet cozy, blending modern style with classic Sicilian charm. The patio offers a truly unique panoramic view of the town and the sea, especially stunning at sunset. Dining here feels like an experience rather than just a meal, excellent service, relaxing atmosphere, and unforgettable scenery. Whether you’re visiting for a romantic dinner or a casual lunch, Le Orologio delivers perfection in taste, ambiance, and view. Definitely one of the must-visit spots in the area!

14/10/2025: My mother and I arrived here. We had planned to eat, but we decided to have a glass of wine. So we asked for the menu and ended up giving it back because we only wanted a glass of wine. A grumpy face immediately appeared. Well, we just accepted that until the bill finally arrived. €20 for two glasses of house wine. How badly can you get ripped off? I'd say if you only want a drink, go somewhere else quickly, because they'll rip you off right here.

05/11/2025: The best pasta in my life! And what a view! 🤩

05/11/2025: It was very delicious and the service was pretty kind. My friends and I enjoyed the food and also the fresh bread!

06/10/2025: Gilberto's desserts are guaranteed to tempt you! The hospitality, food, and heavenly setting justify the distance from the port, which is also compensated by the 5-star shuttle service. Maria Tindara gets top marks!

28/09/2025: We just had a unique weekend! As soon as we arrived on Vulcano, we rented the legendary Mehari from Paolo and immediately headed to our peaceful oasis on Vulcano Piano! Maria Tindara is the most authentic place you can find on Vulcano! It's outside the port, true, but it's perfectly located halfway between Gelso and the port! The dinner was spectacular, an explosion of flavors! Save room for the desserts because they are incredible and definitely made with love! Gilberto was attentive to our every need, even recommending a truly unique spot with a breathtaking view of the islands and the crater rim to your left—a spot that rivals the climb up the crater the day before, and definitely less tiring! The rooms are simple and authentic, and in the evening you're only accompanied by the chirping of the cicadas! We'll always come back!

17/03/2026: A welcoming and carefully managed restaurant. I ate the freshest fish and delicious traditional dishes. Excellent value. Thanks to the staff for their kindness.

13/12/2025: Very nice and refined place with ample parking in the back. Excellent pizza 🍕 and fried appetizers (panelle, chips, sausages, etc.) and a platter of cured meats and cheeses. Very attentive and friendly staff.

10/09/2025: What an incredible experience at Villa Ducale. EVERYTHING exceeded our expectations. From the moment we arrived, their team made us feel so comfortable. The front desk ladies gave us a glass of champagne, gave us directions and let us check in early. The hotel and rooms were beautiful and had the best views in all of Taormina. The restaurant, food and ambiance was divine! The staff knew it was my birthday, sang me happy birthday and gave me cannoli and tiramisu. Overall, the experience was incredible. Thank you so much to the staff for making the such an amazing stay!

09/09/2025: BEST HOTEL Experience & staff is amazing. My husband and I didn’t want to leave. Honestly it should be considered a 5 star hotel based on the rooms and quality of service you get. They have a shuttle to take you into town and are so accommodating.

01/12/2025: Didn’t receive bread as a starter here when everyone else did. I happened to be the only person of colour there too. 👎🏽

26/10/2025: Delicious and reasonably priced. There's something for everyone.