When visiting Siracusa, I wanted to enjoy some pistachio pasta while dipping on a refreshing…read morespritz. This place did not disappoint. There was a table outside available just as I approached the place so I was fortunate enough to not have to wait. The space inside is very small and only about 4 small tables on the outside so be prepared to potentially wait. I simply put in my order for the Pesto di Pistachio Pasta and Hugo Spritz and people watched while I waited. The spritz came quickly so I enjoyed the refreshing spritz while waiting for my pasta. When I got my order and took that first bite...pure bliss. The al dente pasta and the subtle pistachio pesto flavor was delicious. Bite after bite and sip after sip, the whole experience on that outdoor table while watching the time pass was relaxing and satisfying. As I dined, I saw more and more people come and wait and I learned they have another location very close by. The waiter would walk them over to that location if they so pleased. The staff mainly speak Italian so be prepared for a language barrier. However, they were all very patient and friendly so no need to worry :)

One of our favorites when coming to Ortigia. I absolutely love the bruschetta and the pesto di…read morepistachio! Amazing!!!! You will not regret dining at this wonderful place.

My dear readers: We've been in Rome and Taormina and Osteria Apollonion is our favorite and best…read moremeal during our Italy trip! We got the recommendation from a local barista so we knew it would be special. We arrived early and were told to come back at 7:30 pm. When we did we almost weren't seated without a reservation. We used classic American persuasion...:). Once seated our waiter could not have been nicer and more accommodating. We asked for bread and voila the most delicious garlic bread appeared. A whole plateful! Next we added a green salad with ripe and juicy red tomatoes and a mild and flavorful dressing. Love how they shredded the lettuce! For the main we paired the daily special pasta with swordfish, eggplant , tomatoes and a blend of cheeses. Cooked to perfection! Pair with a Sicilian white wine and Italian food taken to a higher level. Enjoy!

I stumbled upon this restaurant since my Airbnb was down the same alley. I came to Sicily to eat…read moreand tonight's dinner was so good. For 40 Euros I got 6 fish courses, all of which was quite substantial. The first course of raw shrimp was so sweet and fresh that I almost let the true Asian out and sucked the heads . I was stuffed by the 4th course but powered on because I refuse to be defeated. Highly recommend this restaurant if you want to try different kinds of local seafood.

An incredible experience! We loved it so much here. The hospitality, friendliness and…read moreprofessionalism made our meal that much more enjoyable. This trattoria is uniquely decorated and the staff are wonderful. We ordered a lentil soup and caponata gluten free for antipasti. Then we ordered gluten free ragú carne which was lovely. My husband ordered linguine ragú carne and he really enjoyed it. They are informed about gluten free and while there aren't a plethora of options, the ones you order you will thoroughly enjoy! Highly recommend this place for its ambiance, food quality and service. Grazie mille La foglia!

This place was fantástico! Came across the reviews on Yelp and decided to try. Food was amazing and…read morethe service was excellent. Staff was so friendly. Would recommend trying if you are in the area.

Simple, yet spectacular! The food is, of course,…read moreextraordinarily good - fresh, impeccably sourced, and just plain delicious. The staff is extraordinarily friendly, and always there to help out - chat, offer advice, suggestions, whatnot. The host (Mariano) is a card, and makes the experience. Gently poking fun at you, making sure you're happy, he seems to be everywhere! As always, put yourself at their service, and let their recommendations guide you - you won't go wrong!

​We first visited here in 2014 with a group from Connecticut. We came back again in 2017 and it was…read morejust as good. Traditional Sicilian​ cooking. Reasonable prices​ and excellent service. Seafood and pasta are delicious. My wife's cousin that the squid which he really enjoyed. A family restaurant​ well worth the visit​

This place came recommended by out hotel and I'm so happy we stopped here for dinner! Cozy and it…read morefills up fast and we got one of the last open tables when we came in. We got a few small dishes to share and every single thing was fantastic, my fave is in between the tuna tartare or pistachio tiramisu. They add a charge for when you split dishes too so just a heads up there!

Excellent seafood in a relaxed environment. Had sardines and anchovies with Tiramisu for. Dessert…read more Hope to return one day.

Very good food. Wait staff very friendly. Quiet, out of the way of the touristy palazzo.read more

Do Scogghiu is our "go-to" restaurant every time we visit Ortigia! They are authentic like no other…read morerestaurant in town. We were pleased with the taste of each meal, making us want to come back to try another menu item! Service was always amazing, professional and friendly. The Sicilian decor was authentic and fun, making the ambiance welcoming and friendly.

We arrived early and without a reservation and were greeted promptly with a friendly buonasera!…read moreThe food was the best we'd had on our vacation to Sicily. From the starter of caponata, to the pasta filled with octopus and pasta filled with sardines followed with swordfish roses and tuna medallions all accompanied by a DOCG wine recommendation, no detail seemed overlooked. Unfortunately we had to rush out but I'm certain dessert is worth a try. The ambiance is as amiable as the staff!

This is an amazing new spot overlooking the sea. Outside and inside dining. Lovely owners. Great…read morechef, seafood risotto was the best I ever ate. We are foodies from SF so we know of what we speak.

Amazing typical sicilian cuisine! Had spaghetti with…read moreanchovies, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, raisin and breadcrumbs - delicious! The fish is fresh and properly prepared, the wine is great and from the sicilian wineries.

This is a quiet and refined place near the water off the bustling Piazza Emmanuele. As a starter I…read morehad mussel soup with a decadent Gorgonzola sauce -- I could have licked the bowl. The main was lampuga (mahi-mahi) steaks lightly fried and very moist, accompanied by braised green peppers that were caramelized and slightly sweet. Dessert was just described as chocolate cake, but it was warm and molten, and oh so good. Nice local white wine.

This was almost a random choice during my visit to Siracusa. I parked, pulled up my Google maps and…read moreset this restaurant as a marker and headed for it. I get there and was seated. The restaurant was outdoor seating and offered a view of the water/parking lot. I ordered the fried seafood and salad. The salad came with vinaigrette and olive oil. I used it for the salad and as dip for my bag of bread. I enjoyed all of it and was glad I decided to stop in. Highly recommended.

Fantastic cozze. Hard to find. Walk toward the water. Worth it…read more Lots of fish to choose from. Spent 65e for 2 with a bottle of wine.

Amazing pizza and calzones. You can taste the freshness of ingredients. Wonderful and attentive…read moreservice too even though they were busy.

The manager of our Airbnb said this was his favorite pizzeria in Siracusa and it's in a very…read morecentral location in Ortigia where we were staying, so our party of six went for dinner. We had several appetizers, six pizzas, a couple of cocktails, and wine. The appetizers seemed like they'd gone from an industrial freezer to a deep fryer, but the pizzas were delicious and very fresh. I loved my red orange cocktail, too. My husband's cocktail had very little flavor. The service was good, not overly friendly but not rude. Prices are moderate.