The 50 best cheap eats in Messina

This place is in the catagory of southern Italy food. We looked at the menu on Google, the dishes look nice. But when we went into the place, the menu is totally different. The food is not typical Italian, very fusion. The dishes taste like the food served in Big Daddy's in US. We came to Italy over 10 times. These are the worst food we ever had in Italy.

The food was so good. I just wish the portions were a little larger. They are plated beautifully. However, there are only a few bites per menu item. The staff was very friendly!

Nice atmosphere, excellent service and friendly staff. The food was delicious, homemade, and made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The portions were on the smaller side, but everything was beautifully prepared.

Such a lovely experience. Food was very delicious. Cooked to perfection, we enjoyed every bite. Welcoming and very informative staff who would give interesting details about the food that was served.

Delicious Sicilian food; fresh, locally-sourced ingredients; wonderful staff. One of the most memorable meals I’ve had during my travels.

I had a delightful lunch here! My wife & I are were in Messina briefly on a cruise, and we dropped by here. We had a wonderful meal with great, considerate service - not to mention the food! Everything we had was tasty, and the server even dropped off a few extra snacks for us to try. Would absolutely recommend to anyone with time for sit down lunch (emphasis on Slow Food instead of Fast Food) while in Messina!

The place looks good on Google with good reviews. Got there and the staff asked what water we would like and provided the water BEFORE gave us the menu. The menu is completely different from the menu other people provided on web. But it was too late to leave. Since there would be cover charge and water charge. The food is more towards fusion food. There is discrepancy between contents on menu and actual dish too.

Probably the best service in town. Great food as well. Unfortunately, we couldn't try their wine, but if it as great as their fresh fish, you can go for it without thinking twice. Also, the price is quite fair, if not cheap, depending on your budget.

Loved it! A must! We went there with local friends. They prepared special vegan food for me, the rest of the group had classical Sicilian fish meals. Everything was perfect! The best experience we had in Sicily

Exceptional family restaurant for some good seafood! Both the mussels and stuffed calamari were very tasty. The service from Jean-Marco was brilliant, very knowledgeable, keeping the family name high. Thank you very much, hope to be back in the future.

Really likes parmigiana and carbonara！fantastic！

Quiet, traditional, and attentive service. Likely the best place to eat in Messina.

It was so tasty there, we loved our dinner so much. Grazie mile!

Yummy and super delicious food. Good ambience and customer friendly staff...

Service is very slow and you have to put a great effort to draw the attention of the servers. The hamburger was dry, overcooked and the meat was tasteless. The cashier did not want to split the bill and was very unpolite. I will not return.

We bought one burger and one burger plate, it was delicious, the burger was 7 euro and the plate 17 euro, a little bit pricy plate and I think the portion is more than enough for one person

Consistently good. Never a disappointment!

Perfect

The greatest ribs I've eaten and served with a pint if chimay.

Great selection of beers, burgers and snacks. Good atmosphere.

Good selection of beers, great sandwich with a little pub in memory to Freddie Mercury

After witnessing the 12 o'clock bells ring at Cathedral Messina, we found our way to this wonderful shop for a traditional sicilian coffee granita with brioscia. The whipped cream, icy coffee crystals, accompanied by the perfect brioche was a nice way to cap off a quick few hours in the port! We also tried the cannoli, and its the best ive ever had! That same whipped cream is so enjoyable, and the pastry shell is light and crispy! I also had to try the life-like Cherry pastry! Everything is delicious and thoughtful. The barristas are all so kind and helpful! We will come back!

Great atmosphere, authentic food, several Sicilian “specialties” on the menu— canollo 5*, Salata 5*, granita (specialty coffee) is literally a MUST TRY! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

Great coffee shop The sweet and the coffee maybe the one of the best in Italy ❤️👍 Dont miss the chocolate canolli Because it might be the best canolli in Italy

During our trip to Messina, my daughter and I visited Pasticceria Irrera 1910, and it was a delightful experience. The service was quick and welcoming, and the food was outstanding. We tried a variety of traditional Sicilian pastries and drinks: Cannolo Siciliano: The classic, with a perfectly crispy shell and rich, creamy filling. Brioche: Soft and slightly sweet, perfect with granita. Maritozzo con Fragole: A delightful pastry with cream and strawberries. Iris al Forno: Baked pastry filled with sweet cream, lightly dusted with sugar. Granita al Pistacchio con Panna: Refreshing pistachio granita with whipped cream.Espresso: Strong and well-balanced, complementing the pastries perfectly. A tip: most items can be ordered in small (piccolo) or large (grande) sizes, so you can sample more. Everything was prepared to perfection, making this a must-visit spot in Messina for lovers of Sicilian pastries.

Yes…visit here for fantastic pastries. A friend who grew up in Messina recommended this place. It is very popular and was busy on a quiet Sunday. All the other surround shops were closed except for this place. We had the Fragola, Cannolo Ricotta and feta torta Piccola. All at my friend’s recommendation. Each were delicious and different. I gave up trying cannoli, even from some famous shops in Boston, because none come close to Sicilian cannoli. I’m ruined because they are so beautifully prepared here. I don’t know if I will return to Messina, but if I do I will return to Irrera. Oh yes, and all the desserts and a water totaled $13 Euro. A steal.

Great pastries and really kind staff. Their granita was also really nice. The pastry with the wild strawberry was my favourite 🍓. All really great quality.

Best patisserie ever. This is not a shop, this is THE Patisserie of Messina City and Sicily. Tradition, culture and absolute fine taste live in this place since 1910. Pass by here is an experience that no one should miss. Simone and Cristiana - London

Amazing seafood experience. Love the cinnamon parfait

What an incredible find on our first visit to Messina. The owner and waitress were so inviting and generous. It was just perfect. All the dishes blew our minds. One of the best Italian restaurants we have been too( that’s saying a lot ) !

We had a wonderful evening. The owner is very friendly and helps you find the right dish. We laughed a lot and had a great meal. The salad was outstanding 👍🏻

We found this place by accident and it was wonderful. Everyone from the owner to the waiter was so attentive. The food was amazing. Well worth travelling out of your way to eat here. 5 stars

The fresh fish appetizer is one of the best in Southern Italy (after having lived here for four years.) I would recommend this place to anyone. They are also welcoming and family friendly in English.

Really good service and friendly owner and staff! Nice Sicily food! We have a wonderful night in here! Highly recommended!

Delicious dishes, super friendly owner and a cozy atmosphere. Plus, the complementary Prosecco is much appreciated 🙏

This is our favourite stop when travelling from Reggio Calabria to Sicily. Every year since 2016. Their granita al caffé with cream is unbeatable as well as their brioche with tuppo! Absolutely delish and the crew is always super friendly and super quick! This year my boys tried their fruit granitas, watermelon and strawberry with cream on top, fresh and full of flavour. We highly recommend this spot to the granita lovers😋

The best ice cream I've ever had. Highly recommended. Grande Fabio

Best ice cream

Bar De Luca has absolutely the best gelato (or ice cream) that I have ever had anywhere at anytime. It's definitely worth a trip to try it!

The best pistachio gelato I've had (so far). The Caffè grantia is very intense but deeply satisfying.

In this place you can taste the best ice cream ever existed!

An absolute institution in the Messina area. Be ready to order as you walk in it is very busy at all times.

Coming into the restaurant We asked where we can sit, so we went for an table at the window, Than service lady came to resit us on a different table, I mean that's very bad ..... We had recently lunch in a little less fancy restaurant. In Civitavecchia Pasta had been super aldente, today a little bit to much cooked, Service isn't aware on what side they should serve the salad, instead to go the extra step, they just placed on the same side like from my wife, 🤔 a little green salad ( iceberg stripes 150 gr.) 4 Euros, you can decide by yourself if this is a good price. Pasta had been not as hot as o wished! Taste had been nice!

I walked passed this restaurant and it looked amazing - very up market and new when many things in Sicily are old and in need of repairs - my hotel suggested I go to this hotel and I was not disappointed There is no English menus (but I ordered in my bad italian ) but the menu is in line so if you get stuck just use your translator It is the only place I have been ever in Italy where bread (or some type of toast crackers) has not been served with your meal I had a lovely glass of Rosso vino (rose wine) and pasta with tomatoes - Pasta al pomodoro is a pasta dish typically prepared with fresh tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, basil and salt - it was very good Dinner cost was 16 Euros so reasonable - the pasta was cooked perfectly and the wine excellent The staff did not have much English but you will get by - you could get amazing pizza and other really great meals as they specialize in both pizza and steak I enjoyed this restaurant- I sat inside but they had a very big outside area too

Excellent pizza, service, air conditioning, loved it

Delicious food. Had a light meal of the Aeolian salad and roasted potatoes as a side, and a glass of the house red. Wonderful bread with olive oil and balsamic too.

DO NOT GO HERE. The starters were lovely, we had the local sicilian meat platter, and some cold cuts of meat. Then the mains came. 'The Il Mio Viaggio in Toscana', or 'My Journey to Tuscany', smelt odd, and during eating it, we discovered an intact maggot inside. We still had to pay for the rest of the meal, but after some back and forth we managed to get the offending pasta removed from the bill. Review as of 25th August 2025.

Not bad. Food: pizza San Giovanni and degustazione di 3 mini burger (without bun) - good enough. Several dishes with truffles, which is unusual. Other than that - very ordinary. Perhaps not a memorable place

Very fresh and tasty food. Only the staff could be more friendly 😊

We ordered Pasta al norma, salad and kind of filled fish. The tastes of what we ate were well enough, however the ambiance is so under par. There was a separate english menu with higher prices, and you dont feel comfortable. Waitress didnt speak enough English. But he tried to communicate with Google Translate.

The food was great, but the staff didn’t speak English unfortunately, so we didn’t know for sure for we ordered :))

Al Padrino in Messina was one of the best culinary experiences I’ve had with authentic Italian food! The Trippa was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the Involtini di Peperoni was both visually stunning and delicious. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, the service was excellent, and the food quality exceeded expectations. If you’re visiting Messina, don’t miss this restaurant — you won’t regret it!

It does not get more Sicilian than this restaurant. Incredibly fresh and wonderful fish and seafood. The owners and staff are fantastic.

Great food, super nice and quick service.

Ragazzi, grazie mile. We liked our dinner soooo much! The very local food and people. So tasty!

Amazing home style southern Italian food. Well priced, good service and incredible flavour. Best cannoli I have ever had. I don't speak Italian very well so I just said yes to whatever they offered and it was fantastic. The antipasti was divine, the pasta reminded me of my nonna's food and the main was some of the best seafood I've had (stuffed swordfish, sole or sardine, I didn't care I just ate it and calamari). Go there and eat NOW.

Delicious food. We were looking for a place a bit more authentic than usually found around tourist places. They do not speak much English but it worked out. Loved the wine.

Food was tasty and James’s recommendations were on point. I enjoyed my spicy carbonara. Skewers could be more flavorful but overall everything was great. The staff was attentive, free Wifi is a big plus. Fast service.

A nice fine dining experience with beautifully decorated and presented dishes. Not my particular favorite however if the dining experience is more important than just the food this is a great choice. The veal carpaccio was tough and stringy. Rigatoni with seafood was light on protein but good flavor and nicely aldente.

Met the family for lunch after a motorcycle ride through the mountains. The food and service were amazing. The fish was one of the best dishes I’ve had in a while. Kids loved the pasta and Pepe and the staff were delightful. Buonissimo!

Tasty food. Experienced and pleasant stuff. Atmosphere is kindly like during office dinner. A little bit more expensive than places around.

Despite the fact that I don't like fish.... But good wine... Good appetizers... Excellent presentation... The owner did his best to serve us the best way he can..... The desert deserves to wait...

The food, staff and service was exceptional. This cute place will definitely become my go to place when visiting the Basilica Catedrale di Maria Assunta in Messina.

Great service with great food. Nice place.

For sure one of the best places to go in Messina. From service to food 🔝and additional compliments for the barman Mike🫶🏻♥️

We had a great dining experience- Gabriella was our host and he was absolutely amazing!

Excellent food and professionalism. Pleasure to eat at the restaurant.

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This restaurant was recommended by our tour guide as the, "best around" and I agree. The ravioli, and seafood was incredible. Highly recommend. See photos.

We stumbled across this restaurant by accident and I am so glad we did!!!! We selected the homemade ravioli with spinach, ricotta and cream. This masterpiece was made to order while we sipped our wine and visited. We have never had ravioli this tender and succulent in our lives. Absolute perfection! Did not think the lunch could get better until we ordered the homemade canoli. It was to die for. All in all, and outstanding lunch in

I ordered the gnocchi, and the tomato spaghetti with basil. The gnocchi tasted like my mom used to make. Oh my God, I died and went to heaven so good.

Excellent lunch for the family. I recommend the clams and spaghetti and the spinach ravioli. Rave reviews from everyone involved. It's a short walk from the port. Take time to visit.

So fortunate to have found this place - location perfect and excellent food

A local recommended this as a best place to have Sicily’s signature dish pasta alla Norma.

When we first walked in the door, the old gentlemen (owner) was sitting behind the register…granted, he was half asleep and the place was busy. LOL. The grandson was our waiter and guided us well through the menu. We ordered authentic and WE GOT IT! Family owned, fresh with locals every. It was sooo good, paired with a wonderful local wine. I HIGHLY recommend this place…moreover, caprese salad, seafood ravioli and the swordfish!! YUMMY!

The owner and staff are very welcoming, fantastic arrangement of desserts and great coffee.

(Translated by Google) As soon as we landed in Sicily we came here for a super breakfast! Obviously our choice went for the freshly stuffed cannoli: two classics, one with pistachio and one with chocolate. Needless to say, they were delicious! We would have eaten plenty of them! Very kind staff and honest prices! (Original) Appena sbarcati in Sicilia siamo venuti qui per una super colazione! Ovviamente la nostra scelta è andata sui cannoli farciti al momento: due classici, uno al pistacchio e uno al cioccolato. Inutile dire che erano buonissimi! Ne avremmo mangiati ad oltranza! Personale gentilissimo e prezzi onesti!

(Translated by Google) We stopped at this historic pastry shop in Messina to get some Cannoli Kits to take home just before the ferry. We were extremely satisfied as the cannoli were fantastic with a really delicious ricotta cream and we also stopped for breakfast with some excellent croissants and granitas. They were all extremely kind and sincere about how long the ricotta lasted once it was delivered to us. Recommended for your takeaway cannoli kit. (Original) Ci siamo fermati in questa pasticceria storica di Messina per prendere dei Kit di Cannoli da portare a casa poco prima del traghetto. Siamo stati estremamente soddisfatti poiché i cannoli erano fantastici con una crema di ricotta davvero buonissima e inoltre ci siamo fermati per fare colazione con delle ottime brioches e granite. Sono stati tutti estremamente gentili e sinceri nella durata della ricotta una volta consegnataci. Consigliata per il vostro Kit di cannoli da Asporto.

(Translated by Google) Excellent pastry shop! If you want to taste the best Pignolata, (a typical Messina dessert) you must necessarily come and taste what Tanino Saccà, a true master pastry chef, prepares almost every day. The Cannoli are very good, both the classic ricotta ones and the gianduia ones. The care with which the cannoli are prepared is enhanced by the use of peels still prepared by hand in the same pastry shop, renouncing the use of industrially produced peels, which, unfortunately, are now widespread. (Original) Ottima pasticceria! Se si vuole gustare la più buona Pignolata, (dolce tipico di Messina) occorre necessariamente venire ad assaggiare quella che prepara, quasi ogni giorno, Tanino Saccà, un vero maestro pasticcere. Molto buoni i Cannoli, sia quelli classici di ricotta, che quelli di gianduia. La cura con cui vengono preparati i cannoli è esaltata dall’uso delle bucce preparate ancora artigianalmente nella stessa pasticceria, rinunciando ad usare quelle di produzione industriale, ahimè, ormai largamente diffuse.

(Translated by Google) Divine!!! Almond and coffee granita with cream and super brioche! Nice and friendly staff, they know how to recommend their products. Backroom lab! We haven't tasted it but it seems they make a croissant with a cream that only they make in Messina. Must try! Outside the center so very convenient, a must stop as soon as you get off the ferry! (Original) Divina!!! Granita alle mandorle e al caffè con panna e brioche super! Staff simpatico e cordiale, sanno consigliare i propri prodotti. Laboratorio sul retro! Noi non abbiamo assaggiato ma pare che facciano un cornetto con una crema che fanno solo loro a Messina. Da provare! Fuori dal centro quindi comodissima, tappa obbligata appena scesi dal traghetto!

(Translated by Google) Pastry shop in a somewhat "so-so" area of ​​Messina on a very busy road with little parking. Of course, the coffee I consumed was good but I can't judge the quality of the pastry as I didn't consume it. The bartender seemed a bit grumpy but as far as I'm concerned, I don't often find myself passing by here so that's his problem. (Original) Pasticceria in una zona di Messina un po' " così " su una strada trafficatissima con scarsità di parcheggio certo il caffè che ho consumato era di buon livello ma non so giudicare la qualità della pasticceria in quanto non l'ho consumata, il barista mi è sembrato un po' scontroso ma per quanto mi riguarda non mi trovo spesso a passare da qui per cui problemi suoi.

(Translated by Google) We bought 10 takeaway cannoli with tray of ricotta and travel kit, I asked the pastry chef that the tray of ricotta seemed small for the number of large cannoli. He told me not to worry, I would be able to fill it! Out of 10 cannoli we barely stuffed 6. Thank you so much for charging us for 10 stuffed cannoli. August 20, 2020. (Original) Abbiamo comprato 10 cannoli da asporto con vaschetta di ricotta e kit da viaggio , ho chiesto al pasticcere che la vaschetta di ricotta sembrava piccola per il numero dei cannoli grandi. Mi ha risposto di stare tranquilla che ce l'avrei fatta a farcire! Su 10 cannoli ne abbiamo farciti 6 a malapena. Grazie mille per averci fatto pagare per 10 cannoli ripieni. 20 agosto 2020.

Excellent prices. For your first pub when you get off ship wasnt remotely ripped off . Did wait a hot minute for a drink, but all in all can’t complain.

The food was very unattractive, our server messed up the beer order (if you can believe that's possible), the kitchen staff did their part and the fish "burger" was missing the "patates" I ordered as extra. A wobbly small table and a chair to make you uncomfortable contributed to this impression. Food was bland, place was empty, no atmosphere other than the sports on tv's... I hoped for a better experience :(

the best pub in Messina, Eliza's service is perfect, always friendly and welcoming, Paolo (chef) is simply an excellent cook, everything he does is with love and to make the people who eat feel good. the best barbecue and cold beer I recommend 10/10

I was in this bar , it's have very decent quality Beers, staff can talk in English. Service is well.

The only reason I have if 4 stars is that they were understaffed. Took ages to get food and drinks. But they were really nice servers.

Great little Irish pub, Guinness was on point 👍🏻

Had a pint. What's not to love.

The small garden alone is worth the visit. The food was great and our waiter was extremely friendly. The prices are a bit higher, but as I wrote...the garden alone is worth the price. Perfect for couples!

We had a great evening here! Excellent food with friendly service. Interesting wine list for wine buffs.

Very good for evening. Meat and potatoes well prepared, very nice change from italian cuisine.

Taverna Sao Paola is a great restaurant. Staff is nice and efficient. We had dinner in the garden. Very romantic spot in Messina. Wine is perfect. Food is fresh and well balanced. Please go! Just outside the center. Where locals also go

(Translated by Google) A place known and recommended to me by work colleagues, located almost in the center and very, very welcoming as a "location" inside, as well as the meal itself being truly worthy, congratulations!! Friendly, welcoming and capable staff. Price proportionate to the quality, obviously not a restaurant... unfortunately I didn't have the opportunity or time to take photos of the meal. (Original) Locale conosciuto e consigliatomi da colleghi di lavoro,posto quasi in centro e davvero molto ma molto accogliente come "location" all'interno,oltre che a dire per il pasto in se' davvero meritevole,complimenti!! Personale gentile,accogliente e capace del suo lavoro. Prezzo proporzionato alla qualità, non da' trattoria ovviamente...purtroppo non ho avuto modo e tempo di poter fare foto al pasto.

Very clean and rich choices of food

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I love the dough that they use to make pittoni quite much. Their dough seem to be seasoned by family secret recipe. Perfect!

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(Translated by Google) We ordered a rotisserie and it was delivered on time, piping hot, as if freshly made. We weren't thrilled with the products we ordered, despite having been rated excellent by Gambero Rosso. The filling for the pidoni, in particular, was so poorly placed that depending on the bite, we could have ordered just pasta, just ham/vegetables, or just mozzarella. It must be said, however, that there were generous quantities. The dough isn't very crumbly, and ours tended towards undercooked. The arancini are forgettable. The place is really ugly... P.S. It wouldn't be a bad habit to return a greeting and show attention to customers when they enter your establishment, especially if you're sitting on the floor in front of the entrance smoking a cigarette. (Original) Abbiamo ordinato della rosticceria ed è stata consegnata nei tempi previsti, calda come appena fatta. I prodotti che abbiamo preso non ci hanno fatto impazzire nonostante siano stati valutati dal Gambero Rosso come ottimi. Il ripieno dei pidoni nello specifico era così posizionato male che in base al morso potevamo prendere solo pasta, solo prosciutto/verdure o solo mozzarella, da dire però che erano presenti in quantità abbondanti. L'impasto non è molto friabile e i nostri, tendenti al crudo. Gli arancini da dimenticare. Il locale è proprio bruttino... Ps. Non sarebbe una cattiva abitudine ricambiare il saluto e dare attenzione ai clienti quando entrano nel tuo locale, anche e soprattutto se sei seduta per terra davanti all'entrata a fumare una sigaretta.

(Translated by Google) We were passing through Messina, having just disembarked from the ferry crossing the Strait, and we decided to stop here to try the pitone. What can we say? First of all, the variety of options was remarkable, truly something for every taste. The pitone was delicious, served hot (made to order), superbly seasoned, and at a truly reasonable price. Definitely worth a try! Recommended (Original) Ci trovavamo di passaggio a Messina, appena sbarcati dal traghetto che attraversa lo stretto e abbiamo deciso di fermarci in questo posto per provare il pitone. Che dire? In primis notevole la varietà di scelta, davvero per tutti i gusti. Il Pitone era buonissimo, servito caldo (fatto al momento), super condito e ad un prezzo veramente piccolo. Da provare assolutamente! Consigliato

(Translated by Google) Pitoneria located near Viale Giostra in Messina! First time recommended by a local friend since I'm not from the city! Ordered a cooked python and simple mozzarella…an orgasm in the mouth! Spectacular filling! Zero fried taste! Quality product! I'll be back! I also got three arancini! They are also good but definitely try the pythons! Really great prices! (Original) Pitoneria situata vicino Viale Giostra a Messina! Prima volta da loro consigliata da un amica del posto dato che non sono della città! Ordinato un pitone cotto e mozzarella semplice…un orgasmo in bocca! Ripieno spettacolare! Zero sapore di frittura! Prodotto di qualità! Ci ritornerò ! Presi anche tre arancini! Buoni anche loro ma provate assolutamente i pitoni! Prezzi davvero ottimi!

(Translated by Google) Exceptional pythons, to try in Messina! Excellent dough and well fried, with abundant and delicious filling. The traditional python is the best for me! Even though I hadn't ordered them, the staff was friendly and quick. Average prices. Highly recommended, I will definitely return! Well done, keep it up! (Original) Pitoni eccezionali, da provare a Messina! Ottimo impasto e ben fritti, con ripieno abbondante e delizioso. Il pitone tradizionale per me è il Top! Nonostante non li avessi ordinati il personale è stato gentile e rapido. Prezzi nella media. Consigliatissimo, ci tornerò sicuramente! Bravi continuate così!

I am pretty sorry to write a bad review but the fish we ordered was super dry, full of fishbones and smelled old. And this for 18 (!!!) EUR. Also, there was vegetables from the can - and no fresh ones.

Short distance from the station. The atmosphere is simple and cosy. Very good sea food which I expected at Messina. Recommendable !

Antipasto was great but mixed fish grill was dry .. very dry ... staff were a little bit tired ... nero d'avila red glass of wine is recommended. Place is pleasant.

Very good food and staff

Service was excellent, shame that the fish in my main course was over cooked. Made up by an exceptional piece of chocolate cake for dessert.

Food was poor as was service. Apparently ran out of spuds and veg yet a large party was serviced said foods as we reluctantly paid for this awful experience. My advice is to avoid at all costs.

Nice food (had pasta and risotto), good house wine, but slightly grumpy staff

We stayed here for 2 nights and found it very good. The room was smaller than I expected but otherwise very nice. All the amenities were to a highest standards. The location of the hotel was very convenient for us to explore the city on foot and enjoying the fine dining nearby. The breakfast and the service provided was exceptionally, best we have had in Sicily.

❤️Nice hotel. Comfortable beds, rooms are as should be, perfect reception on arrival. Helpful staff. Conveniently near train station. Very well decorated, keep an eye out for the dog, Oscar, he is boss. The pictures of dogs in the elevator! 🤭 Cute stuff. Breakfast could need some improvement in my opinion: more international as well as continental options- eggs- müsli, nuts.... Unfortunately the fruit was not ripe and personal at breakfast did not speak English. Truly a quintessential Sicilian experience- especially since the mother of the owner looked through my personal medical documents, in my room, without my permission. This review is just a façade to ask you to not give any money to this most shady establishment.

This Hotel experience was over the top! Vmaison is placed in the city centre and has many restaurants, shops and facilities all around. This place is super stylish with a great cure for decor and details. I loved the big shower, the room itself and the view. A supe nice thing is that you can buy the same furniture and designing peaces for your own house since the boutique hotel is a showroom too. I had a very satisfying breakfast on the rooftop. They offer many choices of delicious food. Fresh fruits, granita, bakeries, fresh juices and so on. I didn't expect such a great and kind service. Quality is at his best. I will return and I raccomand it 100%.

Superb furnishing, very comfortable rooms. Great value for money. The staff is of great help

Nice and clean, decorated in a cute way, service at the front desk was helpful. Free parking outside. Food and coffee nearby. Overall an enjoyable experience.

The description of the room does not correspond to the reality. “Cosy and quiet, the Terrace Suites open onto a lovely private balcony, finely furnished and decorated with flowers and plants.” First of all, the room is not very quiet. Furthermore, the balcony is not private, as the balcony is shared with another room. The balcony is divided into two parts by a few small plants in the middle on the ground. The room does have a luxury look and a comfortable bed.

The hotel is really amazing. Stunning interiors and art - every room smelt so delicious. The hosts were fantastic, the roof terrace wasn't open for summer yet but they still let us take some drinks on the balcony and even opened up the bar especially for us! The bathroom was fantastic. Free parking on the street out the front of the hotel. The breakfast, however, could be improved with some more options. On the downside, Messina is not really a city for tourists - we found the food/drinks options poor, and none of the beach-side facilities were open yet (we visited end of May).

This property is located above one of Messina's two main commercial districts. It offers short-stay and extended accommodations in one- or two-room units in a well-maintained nine-story tower. Request a room looking to the south or west with a balcony.

Very nice view

(Translated by Google) Lovely place. An art hotel like few around. From the entrance to the rooms everything is full of art and beauty. The rooms are large and spacious, the staff is impeccable and super friendly. The à la carte breakfast is served in your room at the time you prefer, a small luxury not to be underestimated. The view is priceless. The best accommodation in Messina. (Original) Luogo incantevole. Un art hotel come pochi in giro. Dall'ingresso alle camere tutto è costellato di arte e bellezza. Le camere sono grandi e spaziose, il personale è impeccabile e super gentile. La colazione alla carta viene servita in Camera all'orario che si preferisce, un piccolo lusso da non sottovalutare. La vista è impagabile. L'alloggio migliore a Messina.

(Translated by Google) Kindness and quality, well-kept residence, with the various paintings (before entering the rooms) that make you take a leap into history. Breakfast brought to the room like real VIPs! Highly recommended! (Original) Gentilezza e qualità, residence ben curato, coi vari quadri (prima di entrare nelle stanze) che ti fa fare un salto nella storia. Colazione portata in stanza come i veri VIP! Consigliatissimo!

(Translated by Google) Everything is very nice, both the room and the friendliness of the staff. The breakfast served in the room is also good and the price is reasonable. However, everything is ruined by the lack of hot water: a cold shower is simply not an option, so we give up. (Original) È tutto molto bello sia la camera che la cordialità del personale. Buona anche la prima colazione servita in camera e il prezzo conveniente. Tutto quanto è però vanificato dalla mancanza di acqua calda: la doccia fredda proprio non è possibile così ci si rinuncia

(Translated by Google) Pros, (+): ▪︎ Good and polite service ▪︎ Spacious room ▪︎ Free parking, but on the street Cons, (-): ▪︎ Lack of a bedside table ▪︎ Difficult-to-use curtains ▪︎ Insufficient shampoo and shower gel for two people ▪︎ Very mediocre breakfast, (but served in the room) ▪︎ Lack of mosquito nets on the window ▪︎ Noise from the street due to traffic ■ ROOM 43 (Original) Στα συν, (+): ▪︎ Καλή και ευγενική εξυπηρέτηση ▪︎ Ευρύχωρο δωμάτιο ▪︎ Ελεύθερο πάρκινγκ, αλλά στο δρόμο Στα μείον, (-): ▪︎ Έλλειψη ενός κομοδίνου ▪︎ Δύσχρηστες κουρτίνες ▪︎ Ανεπαρκή σαμπουάν και αφρόλουτρα για δυο άτομα ▪︎ Πολύ μέτριο πρωινό, (όμως σερβίρεται στο δωμάτιο) ▪︎ Έλλειψη σίτας για τα κουνούπια στο παράθυρο ▪︎ Θόρυβος από την πλευρά του δρόμου λόγω κυκλοφορίας των οχημάτων ■ ΔΩΜΑΤΙΟ 43

(Translated by Google) Excellent residence, top-notch rooms, new bathrooms, new furnishings, I recommend BOOKING... The girls at the reception are very kind and well-prepared. TOP (Original) Residence ottimo camere al top bagni nuovi arredamenti nuovi consiglio PRENOTATE .......Alla reception ragazze gentilissime e molto preparate TOP

(Translated by Google) I ate pizza there a few evenings ago with my family. The pizza is good and the service too. The price is right. There aren't many tables inside the restaurant, but you can sit outside easily, especially now with the arrival of summer. The home service is free, but I will try it sooner or later. We'll be back! (Original) Ho mangiato qualche sera fa la pizza li assieme alla mia famiglia. La pizza è buona e il servizio anche. Il prezzo è giusto. I tavoli all'interno del locale non sono molti, ma fuori ci si può sedere tranquillamente, specialmente adesso con l'arrivo dell'estate. Il servizio a domicilio è gratuito, ma prima o poi lo proverò. Da tornarci!

(Translated by Google) Very punctual delivery, incorrect pizza arrived (it can happen) but the problem was solved in a very short time (about 15 minutes) by sending the deliveryman again with the correct pizza. 5 stars both for the goodness of the pizza and for the speed in resolving the problem. Compliments (Original) Consegna puntualissima, pizza arrivata errata (può succedere) ma è stato risolto il problema in pochissimo tempo (circa 15 minuti) mandando di nuovo il fattorino con la pizza corretta. 5 stelle sia per la bontà della pizza sia per la celerità nella risoluzione del problema. Complimenti

(Translated by Google) A unique experience! I tried several pizzas and pitoni and was impressed by the quality of the ingredients. The menu offers a good variety, ideal for those who love to experiment with new flavors. The place is spotless and welcoming. Family-run!! Everything was delicious!! Congratulations! (Original) Esperienza unica! Ho provato diverse pizze e pitoni e sono rimasto colpito dalla qualità delle materie prime. Il menù offre una buona varietà, ideale per chi ama sperimentare gusti nuovi. Il locale è pulitissimo e accogliente. Locale a conduzione familiare!! Tutto buono!! Complimenti

(Translated by Google) Pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven. Excellent presence and utmost courtesy of the staff (Original) Pizza cotta nel forno a legna.. Ottima presenza e massima cortesia del personale

(Translated by Google) Good pizza, qualified staff. Great service and very fast. (Original) Pizza buona, personale qualificato. Ottimo servizio e molto veloci.

(Translated by Google) If you are looking for quality, kindness and punctuality in preparation both for takeaway and at home, this is the right place. Exquisite pizzas and rustici. (Original) Se si cerca qualità, gentilezza e puntualità nella preparazione sia da asporto che a domicilio questo è il posto giusto. Pizze e rustici squisiti.

(Translated by Google) Family and welcoming atmosphere 🤩 even though we called to book late in the evening, they were happy to welcome us 🥰 Thank you for the EXCELLENT, professional service and hospitality ❤️(Norway) (Original) Atmosfera familiære ed accogliente 🤩 nonostante abbiamo telefonato per prenotare ad un 'ora tarda della sera, sono stati felici di accoglierci 🥰 Grazie per l' OTTIMO, professionale servizio e l'ospitalita' ❤️(Norvegia)

(Translated by Google) B&b in a non-central area of ​​Messina (to get to the station you need a car) in a quiet area served by the tram. This is a structure with code access for both the door and the room. Possibility of parking. Breakfast is served in the room with a choice the night before (nothing tasty....) (Original) B&b in zona non centralissima a messina(per arrivare dalla stazione serve una macchina) in una zona comunque tranquilla e servita dal tram. Si tratta di una struttura con accesso con codice sia per portone che per camera. Possibilità di posteggio. La colazione è servita in camera con scelta la sera prima(niente di sfizioso....)

(Translated by Google) They're not rooms, they're very comfortable mini-apartments, with hardwood floors and, in my case, two televisions (one in the living room and one in the bedroom). Truly an excellent place to stay. Be careful with the parking lot, which has a very steep ramp and a spot right up against a wall; you have to be very careful when driving. (Original) Non sono camere, sono miniappartamenti molto confortevoli, con parquet e nel mio caso due televisori (uno nel soggiorno e uno in camera). Davvero un ottimo alloggio. Occhio al parcheggio con rampa molto ripida e posto addossato al muro, bisogna avere molto occhio nella guida

(Translated by Google) I was there for one night. Made the reservation last minute and they were very kind. The location is perfect for business travelers like me. Nearby parking is an added bonus. Excellent for me (Original) Ci sono stato per una notte . Facendo la prenotazione all'ultimo minuto e son stati gentilissimi. La posizione e perfetta per chi viaggia per lavoro come me . Il parcheggio vicino è un vantaggio aggiunto. Per me ottimo

(Translated by Google) The San Martino residence is a great option for a stay in Messina. While it's not close to the beach, which can be reached by car in about 20 minutes, it offers all the amenities that come with a central location: shops, restaurants, and transportation. Parking is currently not a problem near the residence. (Original) Il residence San Martino è una valida alternativa per un soggiorno a Messina. Pur non essendo vicino al mare balneabile, raggiungibile in auto in circa 20 minuti, ha tutti i servizi che derivano dall'essere in posizione centrale: negozi, ristoranti, trasporti. Attualmente nella zona del residence il parcheggio non è un problema.

(Translated by Google) I thank everyone for their hospitality, but you cannot rent a room where it is almost impossible to sleep at night due to the constant noise coming from the street and the shutters of the garages below. The soundproofing is non-existent and the large windows, some of which are very dirty on the outside and dark in colour, cause the rooms to heat up excessively, which can certainly be cooled using air conditioners in the room but with energy costs for them, paid separately, rates which in my opinion an accommodation facility could improve. I don't know the exposure of the other rooms but certainly the one we used was impractical. Ultimately the value for money is exaggerated, the location is equivalent to a two star rating also due to the now obsolete interior finishes and furnishings. Cleanliness is appreciable. Good location. (Original) Ringrazio tutti per l'ospitalità, ma non si può affittare una camera dove è quasi impossibile dormire la notte a causa dei continui rumori provenienti dalla strada e dalle saracinesche dei garage sottostanti. L'inosonorizzazione é inesistente e le vetrate grandi, alcune sporchissime esternamente e di colore scuro fanno riscaldare in modo eccessivo gli ambienti, che certamente possono essere raffreddati tramite condizionatori presenti in camera ma con costi dell'energia alle stesse, pagati a parte, tariffe che a mio parere una struttura ricettiva potrebbe migliorare. Non conosco l'esposizione delle altre camera ma certamente quella da noi utilizzata era impraticabile. In definitiva rapporto qualità prezzo esagerato, la location equivale ad un due stelle anche per le rifiniture e arredi interni ormai obsoleti. Apprezzabile la pulizia. Buona la posizione.

(Translated by Google) We were in Messina for a concert, and the hotel's value for money was excellent. We easily found a parking space down a side street. Self check-in was available. We ordered breakfast via WhatsApp. (Original) Wir waren für ein Konzert in Messina und Preis Leistung für das Hotel ist super. Wir haben ganz entspannt einen Parkplatz, eine Seitenstraße entfernt, gefunden. Self Check-in. Frühstück Bestellung per WhatsApp.

(Translated by Google) The rooms are nice and clean and spacious. Unfortunately, when I travel for work I have a busy life and in the evening I arrive exhausted. I prefer to find staff to welcome me, for some advice and to facilitate the check-in process. (Original) Le camere belle pulite spaziose, io purtroppo quando viaggio per lavoro ho una vita intensa la sera arrivo distrutto, preferisco trovare personale ad accogliermi, per qualche consiglio e facilitare le operazioni di ceck

(Translated by Google) Excellent. Impeccable service in a relaxing and highly refined but welcoming environment. The owner stands out by offering welcome unscheduled tastings. Excellent with family and on special occasions. (Original) Eccellente. Servizio impeccabile in un ambiente rilassante e molto ricercato, ma accogliente. Il proprietario si distingue con l'offerta di graditi assaggini fuori programma. Ottimo con la famiglia ed in occasioni speciali.

(Translated by Google) Exceptional fish restaurant. Among the best in Messina. (Original) Ristorante di Pesce eccezionale. Tra i migliori di Messina.

I wasn’t really impressed with the food, but the service was great. I first ordered the linguine with clams and had to send it back because it was way too salty, and the clams were not in their shells (which I’ve never seen in Italy and found odd). My husband had a Sicilian pasta with eggplant that was good. I switched to the spaghetti with ricotta and tomato sauce, which was fine but nothing special. The calamari was a small portion and not great. What I did appreciate was the staff—they were incredibly nice—and the complimentary bread and starter they offered, which was a really nice gesture.

This place had the absolute best lasagna my boyfriend and I have ever had! The pizza was also delicious and had pages and pages of pizza options. Everything handmade. We also took a pizza and pasta making class here and learned how much time it takes to make a great quality pizza. Mauricio is a knowledgeable instructor and very hospitable. We recommend this restaurant 100%.

I was very cautious about avoiding touristy spots because I wanted to experience authentic local cuisine, and I’m so glad I found this place. I ended up coming here twice during my stay in Taormina, and it truly served some of the best food I’ve ever had. The pastas, especially the seafood linguine and pistachio pesto gnocchi, were perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor, and the pizzas were just as delicious. The special bread platter was the perfect touch, and the service was quick, attentive, and genuinely warm. I also tried their recommended Etna wine, which paired beautifully with the meal.

We had dinner here and decided on steak for a change. The starters of breads and arancini were delicious. The steak and baked potatoes with rosemary were both so tasty. Portion sizes were generous and there was a good atmosphere all round. Service was also quite good.

Initially, we planned to eat at a L’Arco di Cappuccini, but it was closed, so we ended up at Porta Messina Ristorante and it did not disappoint. The food was delicious. I ordered sliced beef with arugula and cheese, followed by pasta with pistachio, and everything was wonderful. We also tried the calamari. Overall, I recommend this restaurant!

If you find yourself in the stunning hilltop town of Taormina, one of the absolute must-do experiences is the cooking class at Ristorante Pizzeria Porta Messina. Nestled just beside the iconic Porta Messina gate at the entrance to Corso Umberto, this restaurant offers more than just a great meal — it offers an authentic Sicilian culinary experience you’ll never forget. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The staff greeted us like family, and our instructors, Mauro and Paola, set the tone for what became one of the highlights of our trip. Both were incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and full of humor — the perfect blend of professionalism and Sicilian charm. The Experience The class began with an introduction to the ingredients — fresh local produce, fragrant herbs, and high-quality flour for our pizza and pasta. Mauro and Paola explained each step with clear instructions and lots of helpful tips, making even the most novice cook feel confident. We started by making fresh pasta from scratch, kneading the dough by hand and learning the traditional techniques for rolling and shaping it properly. Then came the pizza-making portion, where we got to stretch our own dough and top it with a variety of classic Sicilian ingredients — from rich tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella to fragrant basil and local olive oil. During our short break, we were treated to a delicious spread of antipasti, fresh bread, and unlimited Sicilian wine. This was a wonderful touch — not only did it give us time to relax and chat with our fellow participants, but it also felt like a true Italian family meal. The wine flowed freely, the laughter was constant, and the staff made sure everyone felt at home. The Results Once our creations were ready, we all sat down to enjoy the fruits of our labor. The pasta was perfectly tender, the pizza crisp and flavorful, and everything tasted even better knowing we had made it ourselves under the guidance of two passionate experts. The Instructors Mauro and Paola truly made the class special. They were engaging, fun, and deeply knowledgeable about Sicilian cuisine and culture. They not only taught us cooking techniques but also shared stories about local traditions and the importance of food in Sicilian life. Their enthusiasm was infectious, and it was clear they genuinely love what they do. Final Thoughts The cooking class at Ristorante Pizzeria Porta Messina is an unforgettable blend of culture, flavor, and fun. Whether you’re a food lover, an aspiring chef, or simply someone looking for a memorable hands-on experience in Taormina, this is absolutely a must-do. Between the delicious food, the flowing wine, the laughter, and the outstanding instruction from Mauro and Paola, this class offers the perfect taste of Sicily — both literally and figuratively. ⭐ Rating: 5/5 Highlights: Exceptional instructors, authentic cooking experience, generous wine, and incredible atmosphere.

We had a wonderful experience at Porta Messina! The food was absolutely delicious — fresh, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. But what really made our evening special were Richard and Veronica. They were both incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel truly welcome. Their service was fast, professional, and full of positive energy. If you visit Taormina, don’t miss this place — and if you’re lucky enough to be served by Richard and Veronica, you’re guaranteed to have a great time!

I got this place recommended as the Pizza in town. The Pizza is really good whereby the artichokes have a slight taste of canned food and I would not necessaraly put wiener wurstel on the pizza. The people working there are extraordinary kind, the service is very good. It looks good in and outside, whereby the plastic chairs outside easily bump into another and with that into other guests, so the concept is generally good with little space for improvement. The prices are appropriate. I definitely do not regret going there!

This pizzeria is truly as delicious as the rating suggests. Prices are cheap (8–9 euros), tomato sauce is fresh, and mozzarella is traditional. They add additional toppings if you ask them too. The desert was extravagant. Definitely recommend!!

Delicious pizza. It's really crowded so it's better to book in advance.

Very authentic and good pizza! Absolutely must have if you are in Messina!

🍕 I recently visited an Kairos pizza restaurant and was delighted by the delicious pizza and high-quality cheese. The atmosphere was lively and crowded, adding to the authentic experience. However, communication may be challenging as English is not widely spoken there. I highly recommend it for the delicious food and unique atmosphere. 🍕

This was one of the best pizzas I had in Italy hands down. Service was 4/5 but everything else was perfect.

Buonissima! Delicious pizza with different types of flour bases available. The staff are nice and very accommodating. We will be back :)

Nice place on the back streets of Messina and seems to open late / do agree staff hanging around entrance is not ideal Previous comments / they told us no pasta ?/ Anyway the waitress was nice and our order was taken quickly / the menu looks a little tired in plastic ?/ Food 4/5 surroundings nice and prices average for Messina I suspect/ overall hard to fault

Nice restaurant, great food. Very quick and friendly staff. Visited mainly by locals - so great quality. Restaurant opens at 8pm

The food quality was good. The only issue is that the pasta is a little bit uncooked for my taste. But the taste is very good the staff manner was very friendly with the nice atmosphere. It’s really great place for family and personal meeting very close to the city center. I would like to recommend.

Great ambience and excellent customer service. I tried the vegetarian sandwich with fries. The sandwich bread was a bit chewy and the toppings included grilled zucchini and aubergine, which were burnt and bland. Fries were good though. And they gave me free condiments. I should have gotten their pizza, it looked better.

We sat for an aperitivo here at 19:30 last night. There were 4 waitresses standing around talking just outside the door. The place was empty so we sat down at one of the tables and not one of them approached us to take our order. We waited for 10minutes until I eventually called out to one of the girls who was heading in the door. She approached us and asked us if we had a booking. I looked around at the 12 empty tables and said that we only planned on staying half an hour for a quick aperitivo. There was nothing on the table to say it was reserved. She said she had to “check” inside. We decided to leave as it was obvious nobody was bothered and they didn’t want any business. I think the manager of the restaurant should have a word with the staff as they were extremely unfriendly, unproductive, unprofessional and not concerned about doing their jobs.

One of the most iconic places in this city where to have dinner! Not a fancy place but cozy and welcoming. I would not be shy here and would try something from their original list of pizzas with typical local ingredients, like the black boar ham from the Nebrodi. Their panini also are tasty and well thought. Highly recommended. PS the service can be slow during peak hours though.

There is the best gluten free in Messina, with a wide selection and a great taste! It's not a fancy place, but very welcoming. I would suggest to try pizzas and sandwichesw some local ingredients.

Located in the middle of the hills that surround Messina, this place is a must ! Open only at dinner, you can taste a lot of typical specialties !

One of the oldest pizzerias in Messina and definitely worth a stop! The location is lovely, with a nice view on the way, and there’s free parking right there. Ritrovo has a super friendly vibe and is the perfect place to try Pitoni ;one of Messina’s classic fried street foods. I had the traditional one and it was crunchy, hot, and absolutely delicious. We also ordered the Messinese pizza and a few other types, they were good, but honestly, the Pitone was the star of the show. Fast service, kind staff, and a relaxed atmosphere. If you’re in Messina and want to taste real pitone, don’t miss this spot!

N. 1!

Awesome pidone :)

Amazing

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pet friendly tooooop

A good restaurant with a panorama view to messina, people there are so nice, you can get there some good dishes, i highly recommend the "fochaccia".

The best. The Top. Paolo is number One!

Mouth watering pizza

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(Translated by Google) Renowned for its focaccia and its quality meat roasted properly, it never disappoints, this time I delighted myself with a genuine and difficult to match appetizer and then delighted myself with chops that looked like pastries! A special compliment to the old-fashioned management... made with love (Original) Rinomato per la sua focaccia e la sua carne di qualità arrostita a dovere,non si smentisce mai ,questa volta mi sono deliziato con un antipasto genuino e difficilmente eguagliabile per poi deliziarsi con delle braciole che sembravano pasticcini ! Un complimento a particolare alla gestione all antica .. fatta con amore

(Translated by Google) The best focaccia in Messina, made by Uncle Billy. Our experience was nothing short of positive. The choice of quality ingredients, the focaccia hot, crispy, and plentiful. Despite the crowds, Roberto's service was impeccable and fast. We'll definitely be back again. (Original) La focaccia più buona di messina firmata zio Billy. La nostra esperienza è stata al dir poco positiva.. La scelta degli ingredienti di qualità, focaccia calda, croccante e abbondante. Nonostante ci fosse tanta confusione, il servizio di Roberto è stato impeccabile e veloce. Di certo ci ritorneremo di nuovo.

DON'T GO. Honestly very disappointed by the service, food quality, and honesty of the staff. I paid close to 25 euros for my meal and was guaranteed multiple times it would be ready in 10 minutes since I had to catch a boat. 25 minutes went by and I was left ignored by the staff after I paid. Simply shameful.

Wonderful lunch at the beach: great service and good food.

I am giving 5 stars becauce it really exceeded the expectations. Very nice pizza, and very nice staff. Quality -price 👍🏻Stay there for the sunset and drink some wine, it’s really beautiful and worth it. The view of the sea, the siren island, and the sunset felt like a luxury experience. The place deserves more attention for sure.

Great pizza, lovely view and friendly staff

Honestly one of the best pizza had in my life! Authentic Neapolitan Pizza, must try!

I paid 24€ for two focaccias, I never get them. No reimbursement, no sorry, no consideration.

Do not come here if you are hungry before 7PM, they do not serve food until then.

I celebrated Tito’s birthday with some spaghetti

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(Translated by Google) The food is excellent, the porchetta is delicious, and the staff is always friendly and helpful, especially the owner, who is very charming. The pitoni are superb, I've never tasted better. We're an hour away and always come back with pleasure. (Original) Qualità del cibo ottima, porchetta ottima, personale sempre gentile e disponibile, soprattutto la proprietaria che è molto graziosa. I pitoni sono superlativi, mai assaggiato di meglio. Siamo a un'ora di distanza e torniamo sempre con piacere.

(Translated by Google) Excellent Experience. I had the pleasure of dining at this trattoria and was truly satisfied. The set menu was plentiful, varied, and excellent quality, with dishes prepared with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. The value for money is unbeatable: you eat truly well for the right price. Special thanks to the staff, always kind, helpful, and smiling, who made the experience even more enjoyable. The welcoming and familiar atmosphere is perfect for those seeking authentic cuisine and friendly service. I will definitely return and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an excellent meal in a simple yet elegant setting. (Original) Esperiwnza Eccellente. Ho avuto il piacere di pranzare in questa trattoria e ne sono rimasto davvero soddisfatto. Il menù fisso era abbondante, vario e di ottima qualità, con piatti preparati con ingredienti freschi e sapori autentici. Il rapporto qualità-prezzo è imbattibile: si mangia davvero bene spendendo il giusto. Un plauso speciale al personale, sempre gentile, disponibile e sorridente, che ha reso l’esperienza ancora più piacevole. Atmosfera accogliente e familiare, perfetta per chi cerca una cucina genuina e un servizio cordiale. Ci tornerò sicuramente e lo consiglio vivamente a chiunque voglia gustare un ottimo pasto in un ambiente semplice ma curato

(Translated by Google) A beautiful restaurant nestled in the green woods of Castanea, it offers a welcoming, rustic, yet elegant atmosphere, with a Sicilian touch courtesy of the ceramics found throughout. The focaccia is excellent, both traditional Messina focaccia and specialty flavors like pumpkin cream with mortadella and chopped pistachios, or with burrata and prosciutto. The traditional Messina pidoni are also excellent. (Original) Bel locale, sito nel verde dei boschi di Castanea, realizzato in un ambiente accogliente, rustico e elegante allo stesso tempo con un tocco di sicilianità dato dalle ceramiche presenti in vari punti del locale. Ottima la focaccia sia tradizionale messinese che in gusti particolari come crema di zucca con mortadella e granella di pistacchio o con burrata e prosciutto crudo. Ottimi anche i pidoni tradizionali messinesi.

(Translated by Google) A "rustic" and welcoming place, to reach it you have to travel a few kilometers along a partially lit mountain road. We tasted the focaccia alla "pala" and I must say that it was really delicious! Lots of toppings and all worth trying! The pidone was good, but I found the dough a little "soggy"! Not the classic Messina pidone... Quick and courteous service! Costs on average high at the moment, but still acceptable. (Original) Locale "rustico" e accogliente, per raggiungerlo bisogna percorrere qualche chilometro di strada di montagna solo parzialmente illuminata.. Abbiamo degustato la focaccia alla "pala" e devo dire che era veramente buonissima! Tantissimi condimenti e tutti da provare! Il pidone buono, ma ho trovato l'impasto un pó "molliccio"! Non il classico pidone messinese... Servizio rapido e cortese! Costi nella media alta del momento, ma comunque accettabili.

Great burger! Very delicious. I loved it. The only complain is the price. It's kinda expensive

Good recommendation

(Translated by Google) The owner is friendly, calm, and knowledgeable. The food is good, very tasty, with strong, bold flavors. The service is fast. The restaurant is located in the city center, just steps from Messina's Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. You can dine inside or outside on the sidewalk in front of the entrance. (Original) Il proprietario è gentile, una persona tranquilla e competente. Il cibo è buono, molto saporito, sapori forti e decisi. Il servizio è veloce. Il locale si trova in pieno centro, a due passi dal Duomo e dalla Galleria "Vittorio Emanuele" di Messina. Si può consumare all'Interno del locale ma anche all'aperto, sul marciapiede antistante l'ingresso.

(Translated by Google) I'm a regular customer. Everything is delicious. Top-quality ingredients. Clean and comfortable environment. Helpful and friendly. I highly recommend it. (Original) Sono una cliente fissa Tutto buonissimo ingredienti di prima qualità ambiente pulito e penale disponibile e gentile consiglio vivamente

(Translated by Google) 2 kebabs, one only kebab without sauces and without seasoning and the other complete, to say that Bangladeshi raw materials are better is an understatement. I repeat 2 kebabs and a medium portion of mixed fried food which was then found to be a small but paid an average total of €36. The food was inedible and the fried food was fried with car engine oil, how can such a restaurateur still be open? Bad experience. Real review. Don't go to this place........ strongly not recommended and in my opinion harmful to your health (given the expired mayonnaise and the frying....) (Original) 2 kebab uno solo kebab senza salse e senza condimento e l'altro completo , dire che le materie prime del Bangladesh sono migliori e dir poco . Ripeto 2 kebab e una porzione media di misto fritto rilevatasi poi una piccola ma.pagata media totale 36€ . Il cibo era immangiabile e la frittura era fritta con l'olio del motore delle macchine , come fa un ristoratore del genere ad essere ancora aperto ? Pessima esperienza . Recensione vera . Non andate in questo locale ........ sconsigliato fortemente e a mio parere dannoso per la.salute ( visto la maionese scaduta e la frittura ....)

(Translated by Google) Romolo is the best place in central Messina to grab a bite to eat with good company. Romolo is the best person you'll ever meet. I highly recommend you come. (Original) Romolo miglior posto di Messina centro per sgranocchiare qualcosa in compagnia Romolo miglior persona che potreste mai conoscere vi consiglio vivamente di venire.

(Translated by Google) Never met such a rude person. He verbally attacked a person before me and I, naively, after seeing my turn ignored by some of his friends, was attacked in turn. It would be advisable to teach education before starting a business. (Original) Mai trovato una persona talmente maleducata. Ha aggredito verbalementen una persona prima di me e io, ingenuamente, dopo aver visto il mio turno ignorato per dei suoi amici, sono stato aggredito a mia volta. Sarebbe opportuno insegnare l'educazione prima di avviare una attività.

We found this place via google and decided to try it out and glad we did! Food was excellent, prices reasonable and staff very friendly. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a casual trattoria style place. We ordered 2 plates of pasta, octopus salad, 2 giant stuffed meatballs and potato, 1 arancino, cod and potatoes, calamari abd one caponata for 65 euro total divided by four adults.

Previous reviews brought us here, and our experience will bring us back. Family atmosphere, and many patrons flooding in from all directions tells us this is a local Hotspot. Even though we're American and speak no Italian, the enthusiastic man behind the counter walked us through the variety of food available and even gave us a free slice of pizza that came out of the oven. The young lady behind the counter recommended a cold refreshing local beer from Messina. My receipt was 6 EU for 2 huge Arancini, a handful of assorted fried/breaded goods, and a coke.

Tasty Italian food, great service. You must visit when nearby.

Very delicious food and the staff very friendly too! Can't say any negative word. Must be authentic as there were a lots of sicilian people there too. Very crowded, so a good place 😎🤤

Had some great dinner at La Buona Forchetta. I tried the Pasta Pistachio, the couscous and some grilled vegetables with focaccia. The people where really kind and also the price was definitly worth it! I would go here again for a quick meal.

One of the best foods in Sicilia. Even if it was first time I had all bunch of italian food in plastic dishes 😋, still a great place to go if you are in Messina.

Had the veggie pasta was super super delicious! Also had a veggie pizza which was yummy also. Servers are really friendly. Very good value for money!

Very busy cafeteria style eatery. Caters to people Getting on and off the boat. Excellent cannoli and some good local Sicilian products for sale. Tip: you will need to see the guard to let you back in if you are driving onto the ferry from here.

Be careful when they give you back the rest. White tall barman didn't gave me back my 5€ (evening 12/06/2019). Yes, I'm fool because I didn't watched carefully but this is advice for future guests. Just take your coffee or ice cream and be careful. Employees are behaving like they are guests. Really unprofessional ambient. Greetings!

This place is a peace of history ! When you land in Sicily through the famous Stretto di Messina, the first thing you see and must visit... is this place. There you can find a lot of food, sicilian food, from sweets to pizza, accompanied by typical gastronomy like the very famous ArancinO

Perfect

Fast service, good food inexpensive nice staff

Vero Good

Very good arancini

What a surprise! The best on the northeast coast, everything homemade, with Sicilian specialties. The pidone with anchovies and fish dishes are excellent. Don't forget to try a gelsi granita. Rooms are comfortable. Staff friendly

A great place to stay, a genuine, warm Sicilian welcome in a small B&B, some rooms with lovely balconies and distant view of the sea and just a short walk from good, sandy beach. The high point is the food - everything is made on the premises, with probably the best bread in Sicily and fabulous pastries, desserts etc. Service is friendly and patient with non Italian speakers. Breakfast was good, ditto coffee and wine. We had a wonderful dinner in the restaurant, which was busy and had a great atmosphere. Everything we ate was delicious, and everything that other people ordered looked great too - they do seafood, pizza, risotto and lots of traditional good quality antipasti. We wished we could stay longer and hope to return. A hidden treasure. Good value and really the best of Sicily. Thanks to all the kind staff.

Fantastic ice-cream and the staff is very friendly! 🎉Shout out to Dino and Giulia!

Impossible where to park your car or bike.good products but don't expect your bread to be fresh and soft for more than two hours. As it's not made with long leaven yeast

Excellent :) Good service, good food, fantastic pizza and desert along with reasonable price and staff that can manage English Top marks and all the locals come here too

Great bread always freshly made 😋 and a great stopping for un gelato

A wide range of typical Sicilian treats on offer here. The granita & brioche is highly recommended!

Very good pinsa. Totally recommend!

A nice take on an ancient tradition. The place boats a pizza dough which is the result of 60 hours of proofing and leavening. The result is supposed you be a healthier, more disrobe pizza crust. There are numerous toppings available. The tables are not cozy or elegant, but the prices are cheap and the focus is on the food, not the ambiance of the restaurant.

Great place and very nice people and excellent service. Best pinsa on town (not joking). Super pet friendly. Thanks for everything !!

Super yummy pizza. I recommend it to everyone,it's a nice and cool place for your lunch and dinner.♥️♥️♥️

Quaint neighborhood eatery. Staff is extremely courteous. Menu is limited but first rate. Worth a drive.

Tasty food, good service.

This is. Good shop near visle Europa Messina .

Close to the port with pizza and more. Food is prepared well and within a short time. We had pizza and all were satisfied. Pricing is fair. Highly recommend you stop here.

We got off the boat at the pour in Messina and this is literally right out the gate. Tried a couple places and landed on this one. The energy in here is contagious. Lots of locals in here ordering in Italian, all very intriguing to us. We picked a mushroom, cheese and tomato focaccia. The crust is soft fluffy and yummy!Would absolutely come back! -John 3:17

Great pizza spot, very packed also. Staff dont speak much english so make sure don't act like typically american pretending that the whole world needs to speak english lol. I ordered pizza with salami, very tasty and hot.

Brilliant pizza and very close to the port if you happen to be docked for the day and want to try some authentic pizza

I really like the Pidone which costs only for 2€. If you like anchovies and melted cheese, this is a must try. They also have really nice focaccia bread and pizza.

Came here from high recommendations when I disembarked our cruise. Really really good authentic Italian pizza. It may not look like much from the outside but for our party of 10 - it was incredible. Please come here!

A beautiful restaurant in the Sicilian style, the eggplant lasagna for antipasto was very good and the grilled octopus was excellent. The servers also spoke English and French, we were very pleased with our visit.

We ate at Pizza Planet on our first day in Sicily, and they set the bar pretty high for pizza and caprese salad! Beautiful crust on the pizza with a great balance of ingredients, and the presentation of the salad was stunning. A lovely family owned restaurant, we were served by the owner who is continuing a family tradition brilliantly. Highly recommend.

This place should be called Pizza heaven. For me they serve the best pizza on this island and maybe on this world. The service is super friendly, the place is clean and cozy and the prices are totally fair for the size and quality of the portions. I will miss this place and I have now a very high standard for a pizza ;)

Best pizza in town, one of the few places using original recipes and genuine ingredients.

Probably the best pizza you will ever try!

On google they wrote open hours and IT should be open but its was closed. 0% of proffesionale

we really loved the pizza here!!!

Great pizza, polite and friendly staff 👍🏻

Basic pizza. Average to good. But lacks authentic Italian taste/texture.

Very nice staff and the most heart warming owner i've ever seen. The food is also quite special but very delicious none the less.

Awesome unique flavors of pizza

Best pizza ever !

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(Translated by Google) This place is very characteristic. Just entering is a joy, with Iyad always giving you a cheerful welcome. I, who am lactose intolerant, find an important consultant in the owner's wife who knows all the foods that contain it. The pizzas are delicious, but so are the "seasoned" potatoes. (Original) Questo locale è molto caratteristico. Già entrare è una gioia, con Iyad che riserva sempre una allegra accoglienza. Io, che sono intollerante al lattosio, trovo una consulente importante nella moglie del titolare che conosce tutti gli alimenti che lo contengono. Le pizze sono buonissime, ma anche le patate "condite".

The food looked amazing, the employees were super nice. Definitely going back to get this. This pizza is called Burata

This place is my very own pizza pole. Specially pizza menu primavera. With this option you can buy pizza with french fries and one drink for around 7 to 12 €. The quality is perfect I suggest you try it.

Nice pizza During a short stop in Messina on a trip to Sicily, he spotted this pizzeria for recommendations from friends. I can't recommend it enough - just an easy place but really great pizza, as good as it is I have ever eaten I understand that the owner is a champion pizza maker and you can tell. And I can't believe the bill - we paid less than 10 euros each, what an amazing price! We would definitely go back to stay in Messina.This is very good place for pizza..All Bangladeshi & SriLankan come to this place for good pizza eat..

Pizza very good and people very nice (molto simpatici)!👍👍👍👍👍

It's really good because pizza good

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Authentic taste of pizza and very friendly staff ❤

lovely food, good service and nice environment

Good value for money! Fantastic!

Top!

dino is the best

Very good!!!

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Absolutely gorgeous traditional pizzas. Can’t go wrong.

Delicious pizza and always well visited by locals. It was a pleasure to eat your pizza! #thebest

Food was good. The pizza and the apps were very good for the most part. Didn't like the texture of the bread used for the mushroom Picante bruschetta. But other than that it was a great meal.

Improving year after year in quality and service Great place for food

Great pizza and dining.

Tourist? DON’T GO. The old man/owner/main server or whatever he was, is remarkably rude to non-native speakers. Stay away.

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Very good pizza open quite

Wonferful

(Translated by Google) I'm calling to book traditional focaccia with anchovies, courgettes and speck. I agree on a delivery time of 8.15pm. the focaccia arrives at 9.30pm cold.. the anchovies like the speck remain in the shop.. terrible experience.. oh I forgot the delivery boy was a little too awkward.. an experience not to be had (Original) Chiamo per prenotare focaccia tradizionale con acciughe e zucchine e speck concordo orario di consegna alle 20.15. la focaccia arriva alle 21,30 fredda..le acciughe come lo speck rimangono in negozio..pessima esperienza.. ah dimenticavo il ragazzo delle consegne un po troppo impacciato.. esperienza da nn fare

(Translated by Google) I order some focaccia to eat in the restaurant, after 15 minutes. arrives cold at the table; I ask to make it hotter, after 20min. reaches the same temperature. I would say the place is quite dirty, the bathroom is impractical, the glasses are opaque and one is even sticky. Two people who served the tables were a little awkward, but very kind, the only positive note. (Original) Ordino della focaccia da consumare nel locale, dopo 15min. arriva fredda al tavolo; chiedo di farla più calda, dopo 20min. arriva alla stessa temperatura. Locale direi alquanto sporco, bagno impraticabile, bicchieri opachi uno addirittura appiccicaticcio. Due persone che servivano ai tavoli un po’ impacciati, ma molto gentili, unica nota positiva.

(Translated by Google) Top focaccia top Saverio order the focaccia here. (Original) Top focaccia top Saverio ordinate la focaccia qui.

(Translated by Google) Warm welcome from the staff. Despite the late hour for a quick lunch (we arrived at the restaurant around 2.30pm), we were offered baked pasta + the remaining parmigiana: all extremely good and genuine! Cozy place and normal prices. Definitely recommended. (Original) Accoglienza calorosa del personale. Nonostante l'ora tarda per un rapido pranzo (siamo arrivati al locale intorno alle 14.30), ci è stata proposta la pasta al forno + la restante parmigiana: tutto estremamente buono e genuino! Locale accogliente e Prezzi nella norma. Decisamente consigliato.

(Translated by Google) Good food also plentiful. The biscuits kept well even after days. The brioche obviously dried out the next day. What shocked us was the takeaway service. We called to order a pizza since the place offers an infinite variety of this product, and they first told us that the pizza chef wasn't there for lunch (it is indicated that pizza can be ordered for lunch) and then they even attacked us in our faces. Overrated... It's only convenient because there's nothing in the Faro area but if you travel by car you'll find much better and certainly more kindness towards the customer. Rain can't stop the service!. (Original) Cibo buono anche abbondante. I biscotti si sono tenuti bene anche dopo giorni. La brioche ovviamente si è seccata il giorno dopo. Ciò che ci ha sconvolto è stato il servizio di asporto. Abbiamo chiamato per ordinare una pizza visto che il locale offre una varietà infinita di questo prodotto, e ci hanno prima detto che il pizzaiolo a pranzo non c'era (è indicato che la pizza a pranzo si può ordinare) e poi hanno addirittura attaccato in faccia. Sopravvalutato... È comodo solo perché nella zona Faro non c'è niente ma se vi muovete con l'auto trovate molto di meglio e sicuramente più gentilezza verso il cliente. La pioggia non può fermare il servizio!.

Very fresh and juicy burger. We took 2 buffalo burgers and a few drinks not expecting much from this place. But the way we were surprised was amazing. The service was super good and on the spot. The girl knows English and everything went great. The prices are reasonable and not expensive. This place became a must go to eat in Messina. Strongly recommend.

bad slow service sad bad burger

ok

Great meals and very reasonably priced I'll definitely be going back

Quite good and cheap.

So delicious

Nice place

(Translated by Google) If I could give more stars I would. Impeccable service, the staff is very kind and super helpful. The pizzas are so big that they come out of the plate, and the desserts are also delicious. Great place, I recommend it (Original) Se potessi dare più stelle lo farei. Servizio impeccabile, lo staff è gentilissimo e super disponibile. Le pizze sono così grandi che escono dal piatto, e anche i dolci sono buonissimi. Ottimo posto, lo consiglio

(Translated by Google) I was pleasantly surprised! 🍕 The pizza had a really good and unique dough, different from the usual and very light. We hadn't booked, and there was only seating outside. The staff was kind and helpful; they even asked us if we wanted the heating turned on—a gesture I really appreciated. Overall, I had a great time and will definitely be back. Tip: Book in advance, as it's almost always full! (Original) Sono rimasta piacevolmente sorpresa! 🍕 La pizza aveva un impasto davvero buono e particolare, diverso dal solito e molto leggero. Noi non avevamo prenotato e c'era posto solo fuori. Il personale è stato gentile e disponibile, addirittura ci hanno chiesto se volevamo acceso il riscaldamento — gesto che ho apprezzato molto. Nel complesso mi sono trovata benissimo e sicuramente ci tornerò. Consiglio: prenotate prima, perché è quasi sempre pieno!

(Translated by Google) I've been wanting to try this pizzeria for a while, and it completely met my expectations! The pizza is absolutely delicious, and you can clearly taste the high-quality ingredients used. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, contributing to a pleasant experience. Prices are also average, in line with the quality offered. My only complaint concerns the management of the surcharge for special ingredients: if you order a pizza with lactose-free mozzarella, it would be more appropriate to deduct the cost of the regular mozzarella (which isn't used) and only charge the difference for the substitute. Currently, it feels like you're paying twice for the mozzarella, a detail that, if corrected, would further improve the service provided to customers with dietary requirements. Overall, it's a worthwhile place, and one I recommend. I hope to find this small detail the next time I return, because otherwise, the experience was excellent! (Original) Era da tempo che desideravo provare questa pizzeria e le aspettative sono state pienamente soddisfatte! La pizza è assolutamente squisita e si percepisce chiaramente l'uso di ingredienti di alta qualità. Il personale è cordiale e preparato, contribuendo a un'esperienza piacevole. Anche i prezzi sono nella media, in linea con la qualità offerta. L'unico appunto che mi sento di fare riguarda la gestione del sovrapprezzo per gli ingredienti speciali: se si ordina la pizza con la mozzarella senza lattosio, sarebbe più corretto decurtare il costo della mozzarella normale (che non viene utilizzata) e addebitare solo l'eventuale differenza per quella sostitutiva. Attualmente sembra di pagare la mozzarella due volte, un dettaglio che, se corretto, migliorerebbe ulteriormente l'attenzione verso il cliente con esigenze alimentari. Nel complesso, è un locale che merita e che consiglio. Spero di trovare questa piccola accortezza la prossima volta che tornerò, perché per il resto, l'esperienza è stata eccellente!

(Translated by Google) Excellent pizzeria where you can find Neapolitan delicacies. The pizza is Neapolitan and is also very large (it comes out of the plate and you can also see it in the photo. Fair prices for high quality. (Original) Pizzeria ottima dove si possono trovare prelibatezze napoletane. La pizza è napoletana e inoltre è molto grande (esce dal piatto e si nota anche dalla foto. Prezzi giusti per una qualità alta.

(Translated by Google) An excellent experience at Rota e Carretta in Messina. The waiters Simone and Carmelo were kind, attentive, and professional, creating a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. The service was prompt and well-organized. The Neapolitan "Rota e Carretta" pizza is top-quality: soft dough, fresh ingredients, and authentic flavors. A true delight for those who love Neapolitan tradition. Highly recommended! Thank you! (Original) Esperienza eccellente da Rota e Carretta a Messina. I camerieri Simone e Carmelo sono stati gentili, attenti e professionali, creando un’atmosfera accogliente e rilassata. Il servizio è stato rapido e ben organizzato. La pizza napoletana “rota e carretta” è di altissima qualità: impasto soffice, ingredienti freschi e sapori autentici. Una vera eccellenza per chi ama la tradizione napoletana. Consigliatissimo! Grazie!

(Translated by Google) Nice place and friendly staff, but unfortunately, even though it was recommended, I found myself eating a terrible gluten-free Margherita: raw dough inside and burnt underneath, tomato and mozzarella still cold (I had to put it back in the oven to allow the mozzarella to melt a bit), all this for the exorbitant price of €15!! I'm sorry, but there's no quality or professionalism in these things! Gluten-free is a serious thing, and so is Neapolitan pizza... (Original) locale carino e personale cortese ma purtroppo seppur consigliato mi sono ritrovata a mangiare una margherita senza glutine pessima , impasto crudo dentro e bruciato sotto, pomodoro e mozzarella ancora freddi ( ho dovuto farla rinfornare di nuovo per permettere alla mozzarella di sciogliersi un po’) tutto questo alla cifra spropositata di 15€ !! mi dispiace ma non ce n’è qualità né professionalità per queste cose ! il senza glutine è una cosa seria e anche la pizza napoletana….

(Translated by Google) The menu offers a good variety, ideal for those who enjoy new flavors. The place is really clean. All the waiters stood out for their kindness, politeness, professionalism, and willingness to recommend the right dishes. Definitely worth a try! (Original) Il menù offre una buona varietà, ideale per chi ama gusti nuovi. Il locale è veramente pulito. Tutti i camerieri si sono distinti per la gentilezza, educazione, professionalità e disponibilità nel saper consigliare i piatti giusti. Da provare nuovamente!!

(Translated by Google) We have been collaborating with them for years, the professionalism and kindness of all the staff is truly unparalleled, it is difficult to find a room with these qualities in Messina, they are capable of making anyone feel like family, after all this is precisely what distinguishes them, at Maruzzella the air you breathe is FAMILY, I recommend anyone who has to hold an event to rely on them, they will be able to manage everything with great professionalism! TOP kitchen department, plentiful and quality food! Only competent and qualified staff in the room, the owners always present and attentive to every customer request! Super recommended (Original) Collaboriamo con loro da anni, la professionalità, e la gentilezza di tutto lo staff, è davvero ineguagliabile, difficile trovare a Messina, una sala con queste qualità, sono capaci di far sentire chiunque in famiglia, d’altronde è proprio questo che li contraddistingue, da Maruzzella l’aria che si respira è FAMIGLIA, consiglio a chiunque debba fare un evento di affidarsi a loro, sapranno gestire tutto con grande professionalità! Reparto cucina TOP, cibo abbondante e di qualità! In sala solo personale competente e qualificato, i proprietari sempre presenti e attenti ad ogni richiesta del cliente! Super consigliato

(Translated by Google) In the last 2 months, the family has often been in Messina, and I must say that in this place we found a welcoming place and exquisite people. What about the dishes? .... EXCELLENT... you eat divinely! And then I love the look of the room, I find it very chic! (Original) In questi 2 ultimi mesi, la famiglia si è trovata spesso a Messina, e devo dire che in questo locale abbiamo trovato un posto accogliente e gente squisita. Che dire dei piatti? .... OTTIMI... si mangia divinamente! E poi adoro il look della sala, la trovo molto chic!

(Translated by Google) It's a shame that people from Brescia give us good reviews, the place is closed without them even answering the phone even though Google says it's open (Original) Peccato che da Brescia ci danno buone recensioni il locale chiuso senza che nemmeno rispondano al telefono nonostante gofgle dia aperto

(Translated by Google) A welcoming, nice reception room, the staff is kind, attentive and helpful. Advised! (Original) Una sala ricevimenti accogliente, carina, il personale è gentile, premuroso e disponibile. Consigliato!

(Translated by Google) The place? Beautiful, nautical theme! My favorite. The food? Delicious, plentiful, and satisfying! The price? Fairly reasonable! The staff? Quite knowledgeable and friendly! And above all, generous... In short, I really recommend eating there... the food is truly excellent and plentiful, with good-quality fish; try it and believe it. Thanks again to the staff for their kindness and generosity. The best place to eat out, see you soon! (Original) Il locale? Bellissimo, tema marinaresco! Il mio preferito. Il cibo? Squisito, abbondante e soddisfacente! Il prezzo? Abbastanza contenuto! Il personale? Abbastanza preparato, e cordiale! E soprattutto generosi... Insomma consiglio veramente di andare a mangiare li... si mangia veramente benissimo e abbondante, pesce di buona qualità, provare per credere.. Ringrazio ancora il personale per la loro gentilezza e generosità.. Il miglior posto per andare a mangiare fuori, ci rivediamo presto!

(Translated by Google) I was there with my partner, nice place, too bad it's all fake....price quality not consistent, mussels and fried squid €47, incompetent staff, non-typical products and almost all frozen....not even a minute later. 'Now both of us have diarrhoea....you decide whether to go (Original) Sono stata lì con il mio compagno, locale carino, peccato che è tutto finto....qualità prezzo non coerente, cozze e fritto di totani 47€, personale incompetente, prodotti non tipici e quasi tutti surgelati....dopo neanche un'ora tutti e due in diarrea....valutate voi se andarci

Please come to this place. We were 13 Puertorrican hungry family. As soon as we get there this young lady came to welcome us. Very kindly she begins speaking Spanish to us. She get tables together to sit us. We order and the food came quickly. Although we spoke both languages Spanish and English, this young lady speak Spanish very well. The food was awesome and the service excellent. After we ate we ask this young lady her name and she told us her name is Tania. So thanks Tania for your excellent service. I recommend this local place 100%.

Great place for a quick bite and also for a good meal.. Service is good, and very affordable.

Very friendly and fast! Delicious food.

Great food with excellent employees! Thanks for dinner!

Good one. Recommend to every one

Amazing fresh food

disgusting food!

Great pizza and open late!

It’s ok

(Translated by Google) It's real street food, if you're unpretentious, eat a pizza that's not bad and then leave. The value for money is good. It's a shame that everything happens with tables placed on the street between the cars. The food is certainly better than many places where they charge you a cover charge and perhaps a certain semblance of service. I recommend it for fleeting meals. (Original) È un vero street food, se siete senza pretese ,mangi un pizza che non è male e poi vai via . Il rapporto qualità prezzo è buono . Peccato che tutto avviene con dei tavoli posti per strada fra le macchine . Sicuramente si mangia meglio di tanti locali dove ti fanno pagare il coperto e magari una certa parvenza di servizio . Lo consiglio per pasti fugaci .

(Translated by Google) We wanted to test the quality and professionalism of the new management. Excellent quality, unquestionable professionalism. Must try again 👍👍👍👍 (Original) Abbiamo voluto provare qualità e professionalità della nuova gestione. Qualità eccellente professionalità indiscutibile. Da riprovare 👍👍👍👍

(Translated by Google) For a takeaway place, I can say that they make pizzas much better than many pizzerias despite not having a wood-fired oven. Congratulations, if I can give some advice, maybe a little more imagination in the menu. Highly recommended place, well done 😉 (Original) Per essere un posto d'asporto, posso dire che fanno le pizze molto meglio di tante pizzerie pur non avendo un forno a legna. Complimenti,se posso dare un consiglio magari un po' di fantasia in più nel menù. Posto consigliatissimo, bravi 😉

(Translated by Google) Tasteless pizza, with literally raw and hard potatoes, cheese and poor sauce (Original) Pizza insipida, con patate letteralmente crude e dure, formaggio e salsa scadente

(Translated by Google) Spectacular pizza, well made and cooked in a wood oven always gives it an extra flavour. Fast delivery, even early. Booked at 7.30pm and arrived at 8pm. Very friendly and nice deliveryman. I've been getting pizza from them for a while now and have never had any problems. I recommend it (Original) Pizza spettacolare, ben fatta e cotta dentro il forno a legna le fa sempre un sapore in più. Consegna veloce, anche in anticipo. Prenotata alle 19e30 è arrivata alle 20. Fattorino molto cordiale e simpatico. Prendo la pizza da loro ormai da un bel po e non ho mai avuto problemi. La consiglio

Good quality Focaccia, exactly as expected.

(Translated by Google) Even though I am a true Messina (but have been away for work for many years) I had never tried Biagio's legendary focaccia. I don't know, maybe it used to be better, but I didn't find anything spectacular, an honest focaccia but with many things to fix (especially in the quality of the ingredients). In any case, it is definitely a place to which one can return, I just expected more. (Original) Nonostante sia messinese DOC (ma da molto anni fuori per lavoro) non avevo mai provato la mitica focaccia di Biagio. Non so, magari una volta era più buona, però io non ho trovato nulla di spettacolare, un'onesta focaccia ma con tante cose da sistemare (soprattutto nella qualità degli ingredienti). Ad ogni modo è sicuramente un posto nel quale si può ritornare, solo mi aspettavo di più.

(Translated by Google) Expectations were higher given the reviews… the focaccia, in addition to the strong yeasty flavor, was pre-cooked and the ingredients didn't seem to be of great quality (especially the capricciosa) The gentleman who served us took and moved the food with his bare hands and after taking the focaccia out of the oven he brushed a good amount of oil on it from a bowl under the counter… I couldn't find the reason and it definitely didn't seem like fresh oil. The price was adequate (Original) Le aspettative erano più altre viste le recensioni… la focaccia, oltre al marcato sapore di lievito, era precotta e gli ingredienti non sembravano di gran qualità (soprattutto la capricciosa) Il signore che ci ha serviti prendeva e spostava il cibo a mani nude e dopo aver uscito la focaccia dal forno ci ha spennellato sopra un bel po’ di olio da una ciotola sotto il bancone… non ne ho trovato il motivo e non sembrava decisamente olio fresco. Il prezzo era adeguato

(Translated by Google) I'm from Messina and I love focaccia!! Inspired by some positive reviews, I wanted to try it, and unfortunately, the experience wasn't great! The place isn't anything special: old-fashioned, small, and with no seating inside; only three tables on the sidewalk... so I'd say it's a takeout-only option. The focaccia: the real problem isn't the ingredients, which could be good, but the fact that the focaccia is already all ready on the counter, like in a pizza place... it's placed on baking sheets and kept warm. When the customer arrives and chooses the weight/quantity and type of focaccia, the man cuts the various slices, weighs them, and then puts them in the electric oven behind him for a few minutes; This double or triple baking causes the bottom of the focaccia, and therefore the dough, to become dry and parched, losing all the fragrance and flavor of the true traditional Messina focaccia. Luckily (and the owner will be aware of this) at the end of baking, before wrapping your focaccia, they brush it with oil from a small saucepan, just to soften that dry feeling in the dough... but it doesn't work miracles. (Original) Sono di Messina e mi piace la focaccia!! Spinto da alcune recensioni positive ho voluto provare e purtroppo l’esperienza non è stata positiva! Il locale non è nulla di che, antiquato, piccolo e senza posti a sedere all’interno; solo tre tavolini sul marciapiede.. quindi direi che è un posto optabile solo per asporto. La focaccia: il vero problema non sono tanto le materie prime che potrebbero pure andare, ma é il fatto che la focaccia è già tutta pronta sul bancone, come nelle pizzerie a taglio.. é messa in delle teglie e tenuta in caldo.. quando arriva il cliente e sceglie peso/quantitá e tipo di focaccia, il signore taglia i vari tranci, li pesa e poi li mette nel forno elettrico alle spalle per qualche minuto; Questa doppia o tripla cottura fa sì che il fondo della focaccia, quindi l’impasto risulti secco e asciutto perdendo tutta la fragranza ed il sapore della vera focaccia tradizionale messinese, per “fortuna” (dato che ne sarà cosciente anche il proprietario) a fine cottura prima di incartare la vostra focaccia danno una spennellata di olio da un pentolino, proprio per ammorbidire un po’ quel senso di secco dell’impasto.. che però non fa miracoli.

(Translated by Google) Overall, the focaccia was good, but not one of the best in Messina. I don't feel like giving it a negative review, but I wouldn't particularly recommend it either. (Original) La focaccia tutto sommata era buona,ma non da essere menzionata tra le migliori di Messina.Non mi sento di recensirla in modo negativo,ma nemmeno mi sentirei di consigliarla particolarmente

(Translated by Google) I can honestly say this is THE BEST FOCACCIA IN MESSINA. I've never eaten a better focaccia in 25 years, with just the right balance of flavors, not too much or too little salt, excellent texture, and fresh, delicious ingredients. The arancini are a dream for my palate, with every ingredient cooked perfectly. The pumpkin focaccia is truly spectacular. Prices are average for Messina, not super cheap, but even if it were more expensive, it would be WORTH IT. Congratulations, you're addicted! (Original) A mani basse posso dire che questa è LA FOCACCIA PIÙ BUONA DI MESSINA. Non ho mai mangiato in 25 anni una focaccia più buona, con il giusto bilanciamento di tutti i sapori, sale ne troppo ne poco, ottima consistenza, prodotti freschi e buoni. Gli arancini sono un sogno per il mio palato, con cottura perfetta di qualsiasi ingrediente. La focaccia con la zucca è qualcosa di spettacolare. Prezzi nella media messinese, non super economico, ma anche se fosse più costoso NE VALE LA PENA. Complimenti, siete una dipendenza!.

(Translated by Google) Old Biagio's delicious focaccia was something else entirely. This, however, is merely a mediocre imitation of what it once was, and is produced with the goal of saving ingredients. (Original) La buonissima focaccia del vecchio Biagio era un'altra cosa. Questa invece è solo una imitazione mediocre di quella che fu una volta ed è prodotta all'insegna del risparmio di ingredienti.