Travel Guide
Best Restaurants in Taormina 2026
Taormina has one of Sicily’s finest dining scenes. From Michelin-starred seafood to humble family trattorie. Here’s your insider guide to eating well.
Fine Dining
- La Capinera — Michelin-starred. Chef Pietro D’Agostino serves creative Sicilian dishes. Stunning sea views in Spisone. Book weeks ahead. ($$$$)
- Otto Geleng — At the Grand Hotel Timeo. Mediterranean cuisine with the best terrace view in town. Etna and the Greek Theatre. ($$$$)
- Principe Cerami — Michelin-starred at San Domenico Palace. Tasting menus in a historic monastery. ($$$$)
Traditional Sicilian
- Trattoria da Nino — A local favorite since 1953. Honest Sicilian cooking. Try the pasta alla Norma. ($$)
- Al Duomo — Elegant terrace in Piazza del Duomo. Classic dishes with a refined touch. ($$$)
- Vicolo Stretto — Hidden in a narrow alley off Corso Umberto. Great seafood pasta and local wines. ($$$)
Seafood in Mazzaro
The Mazzaro beach area has the freshest catch:
- Il Barcaiolo — Tables right on the beach. Fresh catch of the day. Simple prep. ($$$)
- Lido La Pigna — Beach club restaurant. Great seafood antipasti. Book a sunset table. ($$$)
Street Food You Must Try
- Granita con brioche — The classic Sicilian breakfast. Best flavors: almond, pistachio, mulberry.
- Arancini — Fried rice balls with ragu, butter, or pistachio filling.
- Cannoli — Crisp shells filled to order with fresh ricotta cream.
- Gelato — Bam Bar on Corso Umberto is the must-visit spot.
Dining Tips
- Book dinner 2-3 days ahead in summer
- Lunch: 12:30-15:00. Dinner: 19:30-23:00
- Coperto (cover charge): 2-4 euros per person
- Tipping is not expected. Rounding up is nice
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