outstanding service. outstanding dish we tasted. they did not charge for tuna that we did not like…read more wines were excellent. complimentary digestif was excellent. we ordered the busiati allo scogliosis with mussels and clams, garlic, and tomato. it was delicious

This place was an amazing recommendation from our apartment owner. We had an appetizer designed for…read moretwo and it was the most elaborate appetizer I have ever had in my life. I had the house's specialty pasta dish and my companion had the ravioli and veal. Both were top notch. The service was also excellent as the menu was only in Italian (which I respect because I should speak Italian, they shouldn't have to speak English to me in their country) but the server helped translate and that was extremely helpful as my boyfriend is a picky eater. We finished off with the sweet ricotta in an almond dish with chocolate. They even gave us nuts at the conclusion of our meal. Bellisimo!

I was here for scientific conference, and this restaurant was recommended by a prominent…read morecardiologist Brother. I had no idea that it was Michelin rated but it certainly earned that recognition, in terms of food. However, typical to Italian style, the service is very minimal. Highly Recommend the black squid ink couscous. In the US it is typically tasteless, but it was quite delicious, rich, and flavorful at this restaurant. I couldn't really taste the Uni (sea urchin) because the squid ink was so rich, but in the end I didn't mind. Tomato salad was perfect other than it needing a tiny bit of salt. The vanilla passion drink was recommended by the waiter. He said he brought it to the restaurant from another establishment and that it's been a hit. It certainly was for me. Overall, I had a great experience and will definitely return when I am in Sicily for this conference next year! -Black cuttlefish ink and sea urchin cous cous -Sicilian tomato salad with anchovies and black olives -Vanilla passion cocktail -Service

This place was amazing. We were seated on the court yard which was beautiful. All of our dishes…read morewere excellent. Reservations during summer are definitely needed.

Excellent, high quality meals at very reasonable prices. This is why there's a wait to get a table…read moreif you're arriving after 7pm. They hand out tickets and you wait your turn. I didn't think the wait was long AND it was well worth it. The food is excellent!

Went here on our arrival in the lovely sea-side town of San Vito for a quick lunch on the…read morerecommendation of a foodie local. Two hours later I was contemplating how long the lovely waiting staff would hang about while I tried to stuff in one more mouthful of the fantastic sarde pasta. Be warned this is a very different restaurant in the evening when there are no reservations, it's packed to the raftters and the punters are knee deep at the door clutching tickets marking out where they are in the queue. However, make friends with the owner and he will point you in the direction of his hotel up the road where you can take an aperitifo and they will phone you when they have a table available!! For my own personal taste this is a lunch time venue and I would recommend skipping breakfast to provide a little room!! I'm sure the meat plates are great but for me in this part of the world it's all about the fish. I've lost track of what B and I ate during the couple of long lunches we managed to squeeze in but I remember a fantastic mussel and clam antipasto and some great smoked tuna. The local busiate pasta is freshly made and just divine with prawns that melt in the mouth or my particular favourite: sardine, raisins, pine nuts and fennel. Try to leave some room for the second plate and again stick with the fish. I'd ask the waiters for their recommendation on what's fresh in and trust their judgement. Every dish I had in this restaurant was a joy to eat - the sent and flavour of Sicily on a plate. Wine list is extensive and well priced. Again if you need a little help the waiters are very clues up and will like your interest and make sure you drink well for your budget. The punters are a mixed bunch of locals, families and touristy couples but there seemed to be a significant proportion of hard core "foodies" when we visited, which can be both a good and a bad thing depending on their temperament!! My favourite place for lunch in San Vito and believe me they had some great competition.

If you are ever in Palermo, this restaurant is worth the 30 min drive down the coast…read more Ristorante Al Burgo offers unique spin on traditional Sicilian dishes, catering to a worldly palate looking a wonderful experience. Nestled in Castellammare del Golfo between the pedestrian zone of Corso Giuseppe Garbaldi and the marina, down some enchanted rustic marble steps, sits a unique gem. My first experience was like this... My GF and I, were sat around the time of sunset, gazing upon a gorgeous view of the mountains and the vast Tyrrhenian Sea. The table was situated on the serpentine steps that cascade through a tiny corridor down to the fishing port below. Music, people, and the sounds of the ocean filled the streets as we dined. Our first dish was a fantastic mix of Sicilian favorites: fresh fish, fruit, and vegetables; new combinations of these typical foods join with different Mediterranean flavors. Across the board the selection was superb. For our prima plate we shared two pasta dishes that turned out to be a complete dream. Our server recommended a dish I've never had before. It was a busiate pasta blended with light tomato and oil based and topped with prawns and fish eggs. My eyes lit up with delight as I embraced the saw the meal and embrace the smell. It was outstanding. My Gf had the squid dyed linguine with delicious prawns and sea urchins. She couldn't believe how much her dish took her back to her childhood when she would collect sea urchins with her late grandmother. It was really a joy just to see her face as she devour it. For desert we had the semifreddo; a beautiful semi-frozen blend of hot espresso and the coffee gelato, comes together perfectly. Hands down one of the best meals I've had in Italy/ in my life. It was so good that even on our 3 day trip we had to go back a second time. I got the pesto gnocchi that time and after that the perfectly cooked tuna, it was simply delicious. She had the sea urchin pasta again. I cannot wait to go back.

We had a lively dinner in this fine-tuned italian restaurant. The young crew is offering a menu…read moremainly based around fish and home made pasta. Great, simple and to the point. Oh forgot to mention the beautiful view inti the harbor.

Excellent restaurant on the water. Recommend the variety antipasto to get the full range of the…read morewonderful concoctions they make, little cubes of seppia nero, anchovy with celery, etc. reasonable price.

I'm from California and have experienced food around the globe. San Vito is my family's home town…read more During my last visit to San Vito I wanted to treat my family there to a nice dinner after they blessed me with many wonderful home cooked meals. I asked if they had recommendations, they mentioned Syrah. Ladies and Gentlemen after eating here I am convinced that this is the best meal I have ever eaten at any restaurant. The food is absolutely amazing. The service is impeccable and the atmosphere was warm and inviting.

The seafood here is phenomenal. Get the buffet appetizer for a good variety of Sicilian food, like…read moreoctopus, eggplant, sun dried tomatoes, sardines, calamari, roasted potatoes, olives and more. I had the sea urchin spaghetti, which is a very local food. It smells fishy, but is very tasty. A friend got the swordfish, which was unbelievably good. The steak looked good too, although I didn't taste it. They have a great wine list too.

Recommend by our B@B Started with clams and muscles in a light broth must of had a least a half…read moreloaf of bread Next swordfish trio pine nuts etc my beautiful wife had chicken with grilled eggplant everything was delicious and the presentation just take out the camera beautiful A Must in Marsala