Masè Ristorante di Pesce Aci Castello — Restaurant in Aci Castello

This restaurant is just amazing. This was our last meal on our way to the airport in Catania, and we came across it by chance, and we couldn’t have asked for a better way to end our 7 day journey in Italy. It was easily in our top 3 of all the restaurants we visited in our week journey through Cefalu, Palermo, and Taormina.

I got the mussels which were so so fresh and yummy that our entire group of friends ended up sharing the plate. I also had the grilled prawns which were made to perfection. My friends also really enjoyed their seafood risotto (super flavourful and light! like a bisque) and spaghetti dishes. Not to mention the tiramisu, delicious. We ate so quickly I did not have any photos.

All the seafood is incredibly fresh. The menu is a seafood lover’s dream but they can craft really any dish that your stomach desires also. All the dishes are made from a display of seafood at front consisting of fishes and crustaceans that were all caught in the same day. We even got to try mini abalone in one of the dishes. That was so cool.

Finally, what elevated this experience to the next level was the staff. The service was amazing, and we later found out that our server was the owner. We got to meet the chef as well who was equally friendly. The staff truly embodied every aspect of Sicilian hospitality. Seriously, wow. This dining experience put a huge smile on our faces. What an amazing find and way to end our trip. Delicious food and amazing people. We wish it all the success it can get!

If you are passing by, do not snooze on this town, it is wonderful. But also make sure to visit Masè...

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If I had to sum up my experience at this restaurant with my wife in one word, it would be: spectacular. The service is outstanding—every member of the team is incredibly welcoming and attentive. The food is excellent. I’m a big fan of seafood, but my wife doesn’t eat it, so we always ask for recommendations that suit her preferences as well. Fortunately, the dishes we ordered were absolutely amazing—the quality truly stands out! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the restaurant is very well located. All in all, everything was excellent—but without a doubt, the service is what really sets this place apart. The staff is genuinely kind and helpful, which makes the entire experience even more enjoyable!

Btw: try out the Tiramisú, it is...

If you’re in Aci Castello, you’ve got to check out this place for some seriously amazing seafood. It’s right in the heart of town and has a cozy, modern vibe with a colorful, minimalist design that’s super inviting.

The food is the real star here. We had an incredible orange and seafood risotto… seriously one of the best I’ve ever tasted (see pic). For appetizers, we went with the caponata with swordfish and some fried calamari, and everything was spot on.

They’ve also got a great wine selection and a super professional staff that really adds to the experience.

Prices are in the mid-high range reflecting the great food quality.

Definitely recommend this spot if you’re...