Trattoria Al Padrino — Restaurant in Messina

Amazing home style southern Italian food. Well priced, good service and incredible flavour. Best cannoli I have ever had. I don't speak Italian very well so I just said yes to whatever they offered and it was fantastic. The antipasti was divine, the pasta reminded me of my nonna's food and the main was some of the best seafood I've had (stuffed swordfish, sole or sardine, I didn't care I just ate it and calamari). Go there...

Had dinner there was looking for local food and atmosphere. Go no further you found it! Can't rave more about it. The manager or owner is very persuasive and helps you to find what you are looking for. Even adjust menu items to your liking 👍. Only a small inconvenience is that they don't have large beers. But wine is sold by what you drink from a bottle of the standard red and white offered. Nice,...

Al Padrino in Messina was one of the best culinary experiences I’ve had with authentic Italian food! The Trippa was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the Involtini di Peperoni was both visually stunning and delicious. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, the service was excellent, and the food quality exceeded expectations. If you’re visiting Messina, don’t miss this restaurant — you...