Oh my goodness. This place was amazing…read more I'm not sure where to start, so let's start with the view. The pictures uploaded by others show the view from the restaurant, and it doesn't matter where you're seated--floor to ceiling glass windows give diners an unobstructed view of the shimmering Mediterranean sea. (I'll try to upload a photo as well.) I was there for lunch in August with a few friends (most of whom were locals). We ordered a number of seafood appetizers to share, including raw shrimp and other fish. Presentation was beautiful, and everything was fresh. For the main course, I had spaghetti with sea urchin. Simple, right? Yes, simple done right. The pasta was cooked al dente and smoothly mixed with the sea urchin. Every bite delivered a heady mix of perfectly cooked pasta flavored with the slight brininess from the sea urchin. I finished off my plate fast and looked hopefully at my friends' plates, hoping they weren't able to finish theirs so I could have more. Alas, they seemed to like the pasta just as much as I did as their plates were empty as well. A few others ordered a variety of cooked seafood, including swordfish. Their orders were presented on a heated tile of pink Himalyan salt, which I found fascinating. Yes, I'm easily impressed. :D I tried a bit of swordfish, and though I'm typically not a fan of this particular fish, it was amazing. We finished off our meal with some espressos (passed on dessert as we were all so full). Amazing lunch. The price was more than reasonable too, considering the breathtaking view, the warm and friendly service, and the quality and freshness of the food.

Very special location. Excellent menu. Great portions and quality. Romantic and ideal for a special…read moreoccasion.

We were off the boat very quickly and easily. We were also able to find our tour group easily &…read morequickly so we could be on our way on time. When we got back to the port, we were quickly, and easily ushered back to our boat with friendly locals helping us. We were so exhausted from our 7 hour excursion that we did not get a chance to see what else this port offered us. We need to return!

Our first port into Italy. Port of Messina, Sicily, Italy is a historic and modern port on the…read moreeast coast of Sicily which is under the Italy shoe shape country. Looking up from the cruise ship port, we are at the base of Mount Etna which is a stratovolcano that is located between the cities of Messina and Catania. From Wikipedia, "It is located above the convergent plate margin between the African Plate and the Eurasian Plate. It is one of the tallest active volcanoes in Europe, and the tallest peak in Italy south of the Alps. " It is 15-minute walk to the city's historic center so it easy walking from the port. This port serves as a major hub for commercial shipping cargo ships,, ferries, and cruise ships . The port features extensive facilities, including multiple cruise and cargo berths, container terminals, and a small shipbuilding yard. Overall good port. No Complaints.

Amazing dinner, a little gem in Messina. Loved it! I would return next time I am going to be here.read more

There are some real goodies to be found here at this famous shop known as Doddis. If for some…read morereason you're in Messina looking for a quick pick-me-up, be sure to stop here! The desserts and drinks are definitely on point. If you've never had granita before, this is a good place to try it (be sure to get it with some brioche). They don't have their gelato on display, but they do have some (flavor list on the wall). There really is not much to do in Messina, but Doddis makes a trip worthwhile.

I went to this famous place with Locals. Every Sicilian from…read moreMessina know this place and enjoy its sweet and coffee or tea. I had an herbal Alpes mix tea with a piece of cassada. The tea so good and the cassada too except I had to move the frosting as it was too sweet. I will back again and try other things.

OMG. This place is a MUST if you're looking to try arancini. Large menu selection, you can order…read moreit to eat there or to go. They have microwaves there; I highly recommend you get it warmed, as it tastes so much better. I loved the four cheese. Fast efficient, no frills service. Minimal English spoken. Very popular with the locals, so you know it's legitimately good!

OMG. There are no words to describe the delight when we visited this place. It was SOOOOOO good…read more The service was impeccable and they all went out of their way to make a special day for one of our guests even more special (she got a tee-shirt & they sang happy birthday)! The owner is truly amazing and always engaging with visitors. The traditional arancini was by far our favorite. We will have this embedded in our memory until we can get back there again - and we sure hope that's soon... don't let the outside fool you - stop here and give them a try, you will NOT be disappointed!!! It's truly a memorable & delightful stop if you're in Messina Sicily... (they serve local beer too - and it's quite tasty accompaniment to the very large Arancini).

We were looking for a different restaurant that happened to be closed and ended up at Casa e Putia…read more We were so glad the other restaurant was closed! The food is amazing and perfectly prepared. They specialize in Sicilian dishes, some traditional (braciole, pesce azzurro) and some a new spin on the old (caponata di zucca e caponata di finocchio). Everything was delicious! Beyond the food and the cozy environment, the staff are very courteous, patient and ready to cater to your needs. They have a huge wine selection and know exactly what they are serving. If you are trying to answer the question, "where can we go to eat in Messina?" This is your answer.

Looking for an experience of authentic Sicilian culture? You'll find it here. Authentic, old…read moreworld, charming and delicious. It is slow food, at it's finest. Dishes that other won serve, because they require time, love and attention. Lots of seafood, freashly caught and you can taste the difference. Amazing vegetarian pasta. Lots of dishes to select from. Too many. You could dine here for a week and still not explore it all. Go! You will be delighted!