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Al Fogher, Piazza Armerina (En)
Experienced Angelo Treno is the chef of this welcoming restaurant in Piazza Armerina. Rustic in appearance, Al Fogher serves regional cuisine. Not to miss: macco of fava beans, tuna tartar with dates, and pork with pepper in a pistachio sauce.
Reviewed by: Le Guide dell’Espresso, Veronelli, Gambero Rosso, Michelin Guide (login required), Class, Touring Club, Ristoranti D’Oro D’Agostini.
Address: Contrada Bellia
Piazza Armerina (En)
Tel.: (0935) 68 41 23
Fax: (0935) 68 67 05
Web site: www.alfogher.net
Antica Focacceria San Francesco, Palermo
At the Antica Focacceria San Francesco, a local favorite since 1834 (in the Palazzo Reale/Monte di Pietà district), they sell focaccia farcita (flat pizza-dough baked with different toppings), arancini di riso, torte salate (savoury “cake”), panelle, fried ricotta cheese, and sfincione.
Reviewed by: Fodor’s, Frommer’s, The Indipendent.
Address: Via A. Paternostro, 58
Palermo
Tel.: (091) 32 02 64
Fax: (091) 612 88 55
Web site: www.anticafocacceriasanfrancesco.it
Baglio La Pergola, Ragusa
Find flavorful local dishes at Baglio La Pergola: crostatina di carrubo with Ragusano cheese mousse (carrub pie with cheese), pistachio pesto maccheroncini with shrimp and orange zest, and rabbit sautéed with Moscato from Pantelleria, pine nuts and fennel.
Reviewed by: Michelin Guide (login required).
Address: Contrada Selvaggio
Ragusa
Tel.: (0932) 68 64 30
Fax: (0932) 66 80 39
Web site: www.baglio.it
Il Cuciniere, Catania
Pleasant, attractive and appetizing, Il Cuciniere offers typical Sicilian cooking. Chef Carmelo Chiaromonte and his staff invent and reinterpret traditional Sicilian dishes. Not to miss specialties include the Passeggiata in un mercato di Beirut (stroll through a market in Beirut), a pre-dessert made with fresh oregano, pomegranate and rose water.
Reviewed by: Il Sole 24 Ore, Gambero Rosso.
Address: Via Finocchiaro Aprile, 110
95129 Catania
Tel.: (095) 74 70 702
Fax: (095) 74 70 172
La Gazza Ladra, Modica (Rg)
Located in the Palazzo Failla building in Modica, La Gazza Ladra is an elegant and stylish restaurant. In the kitchen is Accursio Craparo, one of the most acclaimed young Sicilian chefs.
Reviewed by: Michelin Guide (login required).
Address: Via Blandini, 5
97015 Modica (Rg)
Tel.: (0932) 94 10 59
Fax: (0932) 94 10 59
La Madia, Licata (Ag)
Rising star, chef Pino Cuttaia, rediscovers traditional cuisine and reivents local flavors with an imaginative touch. The restaurant, rated one Michelin Star, suggests unique culinary creations, such as arancini di triglie (seafood rice balls), pistachio couscous, cassatina all’arancia (little traditional Sicilian pie flavored with orange zest).
Reviewed by: Le Guide dell’Espresso, Veronelli, Gambero Rosso, Michelin Guide (login required), La Stampa, Touring Club, Ristoranti D’Oro D’Agostini.
Address: Corso Filippo Re Capriata, 22
92027 Licata (Ag)
Tel.: (0922) 77 14 43
Fax: (0922) 77 14 43
Web site: www.ristorantelamadia.it
Da Nino, Letojanni (Me)
Close to Taormina in Letojanni, Da Nino is a local institution where you can enjoy the specialties such as pasta with sea urchins and bruschetta with mussles au gratin.
Address: Via Rizzo, 29
Letojanni (Me)
Tel.: (0942) 36 147
Graziano, Villafrati (Pa)
Considered the best restaurant in Sicily and formely known as Il Mulinazzo, Graziano is well worth the 45 minute drive from Palermo. You’ll dine in ultimate comfort and be attended to by its excellent waitstaff. The menu at Graziano has many French touches, but the dishes highlighted on the menu are taken from Sicilian tradition, like purée of fava beans enriched with scallops, ricotta and extra virgin olive oil.
Mentions: Frommer’s, Michelin Guide, NYTimes.
Address: Frazione Bolognetta, località Mulinazzo
Villafrati (Pa)
Tel.: (091) 87 24 870
Fax: (091) 87 24 870
Locanda del Borgo, Rosolini (Sr)
Locanda del Borgo is located inside a pictoresque feudal castle. Renowned chef Giovanni Alpha cooks with local ingredients such as: fava beans from Cottola di Modica, carob flavored mulled wine, Grano Russello floor, wild asparaguses, Ragusano DOP cheese, pistachio from Bronte and pork from Nebrodi Mountains.
Reviewed by: Gusto Canale 5, Le Guide dell’Espresso, Gambero Rosso, Gulliver, Il Giornale, Touring Club.
Address: Via Controscieri, 11
96019, Rosolini (Sr)
Tel.: (0931) 85 05 14
Web site: www.locandadelborgo.net
Locanda del Vinattiere, Valverde (Ct)
The dishes at Locanda del Vinattiere, enriched by the creativity of the chef, evoke flavors and ancient traditions. This restaurant uses only fresh and OGM free ingredients. The cellar offers a wide selection of Italian and international wines.
Address: Via Fontana, 10
95028 Valverde (Ct)
Tel.: (095) 72 11 865
Fax: (095) 52 40 76
Web site: www.locandadelvinattiere.it
Ristorante Duomo, Ragusa Ibla (Rg)
Ristorante Duomo in Ragusa Ibla, rated two Michelin Stars, is one of the best places to eat in Sicily. Chef Ciccio Sultano creates dishes like spaghetti sauced with carrot juice, fresh anchovy tartare and a pungent jolt of tuna bottarga, rosy baby lamb chops with Etna pears braised in jasmine honey and crusted with Bronte pistachios, and chocolate cake served with pine-nut ice cream, saffron cream and wild-fennel sauce.
Reviewed by: Food & Wine, NYTimes, Canale 5 Gusto, Le Guide dell’Espresso, Veronelli, Gambero Rosso, Michelin Guide, Class, Touring Club, Ristoranti D’Oro D’Agostini.
Address: Via Capitano Bocchieri, 31
97100 Ragusa Ibla (Rg)
Tel.: (0932) 65 12 65
Fax: (0932) 65 12 65
Web site: www.ristoranteduomo.it
Il Ristorantino, Palermo
Enjoy traditional cuisine at one of Palermo’s most celebrated restaurants. Chef Francesco Inzerillo suggests an interesting menu where tradition and modernity meet. Specialties include mackerel with caper sauce and a tasty soup of zucchini and fresh seafood.
Mentions: Frommer’s, Michelin Guide.
Address: Piazzale Alcide De Gasperi, 19
Palermo
Tel.: (091) 51 28 61
La Scuderia, Palermo
In the heart of Parco della Favorita in Palermo, La Scuderia offers warm hospitality from its highly qualified staff and serves traditional Sicilian dishes, such as caciocavallo cheese (see picture on the left); involtini (roulade) of eggplant or veal; risotto with seafood; and maccheroni Nettuno (pasta with swordfish, eggplant, and tomato sauce).
Reviewed by: Frommer’s, Michelin Guide (login required).
Address: Viale del Fante, 9
90146 Palermo
Tel.: (091) 52 03 23
Fax: (091) 52 04 67
Web site: www.lascuderiasnc.it
Charleston Le Terrazze, Mondello (Pa)
In the bathing area of Mondello and in Art Nouveau style, Charleston Le Terrazze is an establishment that has made history in Sicily. The ambience and staff are of an excellent standard. The swordfish is done to elegant perfection, the risotto with shellfish is a savory delight and dessert might be an almond parfait or crepes suzettes.
Reviewed by: Froomer’s, Michelin Guide (login required).
Address: Viale Regina Elena, 1
90151 Mondello (Pa)
Tel.: (091) 45 01 71
Fax: (091) 32 13 47
Taverna Paradiso, Trapani
Taverna Paradiso is located on the city’s promenade. Ideal for a taste of local fish, the restaurant is well known for its tuna dishes.
Reviewed by: Le Guide dell’Espresso, Michelin Guide.
Address: Lungomare Dante Alighieri, 22
91100 Trapani
Tel.: (0923) 22 303
Fax: (0923) 22 303
Trattoria del Pescatore, Mazara del Vallo (Tp)
One of the province’s finest establishments for fish, Trattoria del Pescatore, serves glorious seafood dishes. Not to miss are the fish couscous and seafood croquettes (see picture on the left).
Reviewed by: Michelin Guide (login required).
Address: via Lo Zano, 11
91026 Mazara del Vallo (Tp)
Tel.: (0923) 94 75 80
Fax: (0923) 67 04 52
Hostaria del Vicolo, Sciacca (Ag)
Right in the historic center of Sciacca, Hostaria del Vicolo offers an elegant and welcoming atmosphere. The cuisine is inspired by the local culinary tradition with a touch of modernity.
Reviewed by: Le Guide dell’Espresso, Veronelli, Gambero Rosso, Michelin Guide (login required), Touring Club, Ristoranti D’Oro D’Agostini.
Address: Vicolo Samaritano, 10
92019 Sciacca (Ag)
Tel.: (0925) 23 071
Fax: (0925) 23 071
Web site: www.hostariadelvicolo.com
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