I migliori ristoranti in Messina

29/08/2025: Uncomfortable and above all the people who go there create a terrible atmosphere

23/08/2025: Historic bar in Barcelona. Coffee and cream granita and very good brioche.

23/10/2025: Went here for lunch on a weekday, the place was practically empty as it is a part of a 5 star hotel. The outdoor dining terrace is bang on the beach with the beautiful mazzaro cove in full sight. The service levels were very high and they do charge a 15 percent service charge for the same. The food we ordered was routine fare like tuna tartare, a vegetarian pizza and pasta norma. Everything was as it should be, but nothing stood out as exceptional. Would recommend the place for a lazy lunch while visiting isolabella.

16/10/2025: We went as a group for a birthday. I chose the restaurant. We were all impressed by the charming setting and the impeccable service, with waiters who spoke French. But when the food arrived, we were all disappointed. Given the exorbitant prices, I felt really uncomfortable. Go there if you want to enjoy a pleasant setting and good service, but if you want to eat well, don't go. The dishes really lack flavor—you wouldn't think you were in Italy, which is a shame.

27/10/2025: A quick stop for a family lunch. Every dish tastes exquisite. The stunning windows offer a fantastic view during lunch, but the sun shines in with a vengeance. You might want to choose a more secluded spot to avoid getting burned on those beautiful, sunny afternoons. Kudos to the establishment.

02/10/2025: CAUTION ⚠️ We booked through Check24. We arrived in the mountains in the dark. The place was closed, and it hadn't been closed since yesterday. The only people who greeted us were two not-so-friendly dogs. We barely made it into the car. If this is a rip-off, it's this. One star is too many.

16/11/2025: The young waiter speaks English and the location is very good; those are the only two positive points. Tourist trap!! €19 for a small beer with an Aperol Spritz and an orange and mozzarella. The food was quickly reheated in the microwave. Taste-wise: like it had already been eaten. No toilet paper in the restroom, nor anything to dry your hands with. The soap had clearly been diluted countless times. Prices aren't listed anywhere; I think everyone gets a different price. The bill doesn't even specify what each item costs... There's another restaurant just down the street...

08/10/2025: Great sidewalk cafe with nonna’s arancino and limoncello spritzer! Great little spot and food!

09/11/2025: Excellent bread, often bought warm with a little salt, pepper, and oil... The Messina focaccia is excellent, like all the other super-delicious baked goods.

31/10/2025: What a fantastic cozy local spot with a real Italian vibe. The bread and pastries are top quality and the prices are super fair. The gentleman behind the counter was so friendly and welcoming. We tried the arancini, and the salty grissini were so good we just had to come back for more! Don’t miss this small treasure.

02/11/2025: I speak very little Italian, but the waitress made me feel welcome. Pizza was very good!

19/10/2025: I got takeout pizza... very good pizzas... a little pricey. But that's irrelevant...

07/10/2025: Well...my friends reading this, my expectations were high, in the sense that when they tell you about a gourmet restaurant, you don't just expect a beautiful plating but something more. Punta Lena is a charming restaurant, nothing extraordinary, right on the sea. Perhaps the downside was that when we went for dinner, it was already dark, and we couldn't tell we were right next to the sea. In any case, the dishes were well-cooked, but like pretty much everywhere else in Stromboli. It didn't stand out compared to the rest in terms of food quality. One flaw I absolutely didn't expect was the peppered mussels, which were so salty it tasted like seawater. And we Sicilians know how to cook mussels...when we pointed this out, we were simply told: oh...strange... Anyway, my calamari was good, but it was frozen. Maybe it's because I'm used to eating fresh fish; I can tell right away. The flavor was very good, anyway. That said, I can't give more stars because, guys, it's truly impossible to mess up a Pepata... The prices are truly outrageous for the type of food.

26/09/2025: Decent dishes, very friendly waiter, nice location.

18/10/2025: A simple yet truly welcoming place: upon entry, you immediately feel at home. The food is excellent, with attention to every detail, and the kindness of the owners truly makes the difference: they welcome you with a smile and make you feel at home. For those looking for plant-friendly options, the selection of vegetarian and vegan sandwiches is perfect: fresh ingredients, authentic flavors, and thoughtful options. In short: a perfect place to relax, eat well, and feel welcome.

20/09/2025: Just like at home at Mariella's.

21/11/2025: I had high hopes for this place's granitas, but I was disappointed. The pistachio was practically undetectable, while the chocolate flavor was decent. The brioche didn't convince me either. A shame. On the plus side, the staff was friendly.

31/10/2025: Went for a cappuccino and a pistachio cornetto. They didn't have any ready, so they made one on the spot - but it wasn't really pistachio. It was just cream with a hint of pistachio flavor. When I mentioned it, the staff first insisted it was pistachio and then said it was pistachio cream. The quality wasn't great, and the prices were quite high for what they offered.

09/09/2025: We called by chance looking for a chocolate cake for my daughter's birthday. We went to the café and the very helpful lady made us a cake to order, which we picked up a few hours later. The cake was delicious and my daughter was very happy. Thank you.

29/08/2025: The desserts are a spectacle, Sicilian specialities are excellent

25/10/2025: We only stopped by for a quick beer while waiting for our train. It's a nice neighborhood place, nice staff.

20/09/2025: A modern bar, very centrally located, right across from Messina Ventrale train station. We had two delicious pistachio and almond granitas there at a great price. The staff were friendly and accommodating. We'd love to come back.

19/07/2025: An experience never to be repeated! I bought some very tough chicken, and after cooking it, it shrank to half its size. This means they're full of hormones. Then, not satisfied, I bought some beef steaks that cost almost €30 per kg, and after opening them, they smelled rotten. I thought it must have been a coincidence and bought another super steak again, and no such problem. I'm in need of a check by the NAS! Never again!

01/11/2025: I've been here several times but never left a review. Today I decided to do so because the place has always held up to expectations. First of all, I'd like to commend the waiters: they're very professional, knowledgeable, and very fast, as well as very courteous. The place is very family-friendly and welcoming, and the pizza is always delicious with top-notch ingredients. I recommend it to everyone!!! Try it.

06/10/2025: A truly wonderful discovery on Sunday evening. The staff were very helpful, the place was quite spacious, but the real star was the pizza, a true masterpiece with authentic, quality ingredients. We'll be happy to return.

15/08/2025: We felt at home! 🤗 Sincere, spontaneous, and always elegant hospitality. Super fresh fish served in a refined and creative way, perfect quantities. We were welcomed wonderfully yesterday and returned this evening for another relaxing evening of good food. Great background music. Excellent service. The best seafood couscous I've ever eaten! Thank you so much for these two consecutive evenings of harmony and high quality. Congratulations! And W Accabbanna!!!😉😉😉😊😍 High 🔝 Kitchen 🍽 Creative, 🎨👨🏻‍🎨 Love ❤️ Beauty 🌈 Goodness 😋 Friendship 😘 In the 🔗 Naturalness: 🌱 Accabbanna 👨🏻‍🍳👨🏻‍🌾👍 🤗🌸❤️😉 Federica & Anthony (15/08/'20)

31/10/2025: The best coffee in Centocelle, period. As if that weren't enough, you can eat very well at lunch from Monday to Friday.