La caffetteria del fortino — Restaurant in Catania

We found this place through our hostel. We had a voucher for an espresso and a croissant. The service was friendly and everything tasted good. So the next day we decided to have some more coffee, freshly squeezed juice and something to go. Everything was fine. On the last day we decided to do the same as the day before, with the addition of something to take to Trapani. I was very surprised when I ordered more and paid less. Different people at the cash register and different prices... I really don't like this tourist trap... so I don't...

Right by the Garibaldi Gate, this place is exactly what you need for a pit stop when discovering Catania. Superb value coffee, soft drinks and snacks make it very and deservedly popular, although mostly with locals (of all ages) I noted, which is usually a good sign. Two cappuccinos, two cakes and a can of soft drink came to just €7.50. I almost told them to raise...

I liked the pastries and coffee and also found the staff very friendly, so I don’t agree with other comments that I’ve seen, saying they are treating tourists badly (I speak a little Italian, but it is obvious that I am a foreigner). I was going there every morning and buying breakfast for my family during our...