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This is one of those many places, located in a small side street, that you would pass without noticing during the day when all tables have gone. In the evening it transforms into a lively alleyway where locals and tourists enjoy drinks and dinner. We've passed here several times in the evening and the restaurant was always packed - a good sign, so we tried it on our last night in Catania. The male-only staff is a bit rough but friendly, English not being their strong point. We were served promptly, ordered a Grillo white vine and the mixed antipasto. Like everything else it arrived relatively unceremoniously, not really decorated on a big plate. Having tried all of the about 7 or different specialties, we decided that this was the best starter we had during our two weeks in Sicily. And that for 7 Eur! The tastes were so different and unique that we could have just eat another plate and be done. As main dishes we had the mixed roast fish and a tuna steak with caramelized onions. The mixed fish consisted of 3 different sorts and was ample, and perfectly cooked. The tuna steak was delicious and the combination with the onions for me new experience To summarize, a great place to have a tasty Sicilian meal.
Stefan WimmerStefan Wimmer
10
Food Quality: in general quite good. The fresh fish options from the day brought to the table to make your pick was a great touch. For my breaded steak and side dish of potatoes i felt it was a bit too oily. I understood it was oven baked, but felt like it was fried in a lot of oil. The dessert was served very nice and interesting presentation. Portions: size of plates were very good. Drinks: good cold beer and house wine are great choices. Price: $$ full course with starter, main with side dishes, dessert and alcoholic drinks around €35 per person. Service: very friendly and the extra mile to show us the fish of the day. A bit slow when we were done to clear the table and offer dessert. In general, positive vibe. Atmosphere: very nice tables outside on the street. Very colourful and vibrant. Nice background music. Highlights: fresh fish and location are a good thing going here. Things to improve: maybe on the breaded steak to be careful with the oil. Maybe it was the melted cheese, but felt very heavy and oily. Taste was ok though.
Andres CapurroAndres Capurro
20
Unfortunately I have to give this restaurant a bad review only because of the way they dealt with the bill. When we arrived, the waiter told us we could have a taster aperitivo menu and then see if we wanted anything more. We agreed so we didn't look into the menu and let them bring us whatever they wanted to offer. It was delicious and we didn't need more...at this stage I would give it a 4 star. But then we asked for the bill... And they charged us for each plate in the taster menu individually as if we had ordered each dish straight off the menu. That's not what a taster menu is! We would have ordered our own things individually if that's what was going to happen anyway... We even tried discussing it with them but they didn't care. Pity. Be careful of you go there. We were even there with locals so it's not a tourist trap thing.
Sarah AgiusSarah Agius
10
I recently dined at Trattoria Giglio Rosso in Catania and had a pleasant experience overall. The restaurant offers a wide selection of fresh fish, which is definitely a highlight. I tried the tuna, and it was delicious—cooked perfectly and full of flavor. The interior and exterior of the restaurant are nice, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. As for the service, it was just okay. Nothing particularly outstanding, but not bad either. Prices were moderate, which made the meal feel like good value for the quality of the fish. In general, it's a pretty good place to enjoy fresh seafood in Catania. Worth a visit if you're in the area and looking for a fish restaurant!
Levan GiorgadzeLevan Giorgadze
00
+ Pasta Norma was really delicious! + Pasta Carbonara not so much but still great taste. + Though both were just Primi piatti, the portions were big. 👌 - Beer served as a cooled bottle that you pour yourself in a wine-ish glass standing on the table already. - The staff is trying a bit too hard. So hard they forgot the spoon for the spaghetti meal. - The card payment was "not possible at the moment". When pointed out this was our first question when entering the restaurant and there's a sign 💳 on the door, the miracle happened and within a second, the card terminal appeared. - Generally not a comfortable feeling. Shouldn't have trusted the empty restaurant. Coperto: 2€
Milan SýkoraMilan Sýkora
00
100% tipical italian atmosphere! Were for 5 days în Catania and ate 3 times there : )): first because the place was recommended to us, second because it was near to where we were staying and last, but NOT LEAST it felt good to be there: very tasty and fresh food from the sea, a welcoming and friendly owner in a tipical italian atmosphere. Also, if you can't decide what to order, you can rely on Giuseppe's recommendations. I highly recommend the Red Bass, the seafood pasta, the lemon sorbet with cactus fruits and the white house wine. Prices are accessible too!
Ioana TurcuIoana Turcu
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Nearby Attractions Of Trattoria Giglio Rosso
Villa Bellini/Chiosco Bellini
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Castello Ursino
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Via Sant'Anna, 19, 95124 Catania CT, Italy
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+39 345 609 7996
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trattoriagigliorossocatania.it
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Old-school trattoria with a cozy dining room & courtyard, serving seafood & steak.
attractions: Villa Bellini/Chiosco Bellini, Ursino Castle, Castello Ursino, Fountain of the Elephant, Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata, Piazza Università, Greek - Roman theatre, Teatro Massimo Bellini, Roman Amphitheater of Catania, Porta Garibaldi, restaurants: Pasticceria Savia, Trattoria del Cavaliere, Catania Fish Market, Al Vicolo Pizza&Vino, Fud Bottega sicula, A Putia Dell'Ostello, Il Borgo di Federico, Razmataz | Wine Bar Catania, Vuciata, Vermut - Salumeria, vineria, vermouth bar
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