Piccolino Pasta Bar — Restaurant in Messina

Fantastico! Stopped in since it was so close to our cruise port and it was the highlight of Messina. When fumbling through the Italian menu, the server graciously offered us a menu in English. She gave her recommendations and we ultimately gave the chef choice in the pasta he would serve us. It was all amazing! The pasta was so fresh, perfectly cooked, and all the flavors came together so well. The meatballs were crispy on the outside and so tender and flavorful on the inside. We decided to finish off with dessert and it did not disappoint! The cheesecake with caramel was chefs kiss. The cheesecake itself was not too sweet, dense, with perfect buttery/sugary gram cracker crumbles on the bottom with the dark sweet caramel on top. You always had a perfect bite with every scoop. The tiramisu was the best we’ve ever had with all the layers melding perfectly. If you are a local, a visitor staying in the area, or a cruise ship passenger, this place is an absolute must stop for a bite to eat. They just opened June 1, 2023 so catch it before it becomes too busy. You will not be...

Don’t come here. Go eat somewhere else. The tiramisu and lasagna were tasty, but the lasagna was cold in the center. The arancini and pesto basilico pasta were not flavorful and need more salt. The rest of the pasta dishes we tried were not good. Service is poor. The workers insist on 4 people sharing one small table which is meant for 2 people. The table is already full with two people’s portion of food, but they want you to fit four. The condition of the building is not good. The bathroom lock is broken and taped on the wrong way, so you cannot put the chain to lock the door (see photo). Also, when exiting the front door of the restaurant, the front door knob coating is coming off and leaves debris on your hands when...

Went to Piccolino for lunch today. We were in Port on a cruise and got a little turned around. I met a super nice local who gave us directions to where we wanted to go. She also mentioned a fantastic place for lunch where she happened to work. Thank you Maria for your kindness and help, and we had a fabulous lunch. Pistachio gnocchi was the best I ever had! Carbonara, fantastic. Washrooms were cleanest we have seen in Italy, service was wonderful, and the food was amazing. Prices were so low for the amount of food and high quality.plave was super busy and lots of locals eating there as it's that good. Sat outside along street for an amazing experience. Thanks again Maria for the suggestion.!...