Trattoria Sant'Elia — Restaurant in Patù

Lovely little place, only downside is by main road so can hear traffic and honking cars.

Menu looks OK.

Yoi welcomed by a waiter showing you the catch of the day. It comes at 70pence x 100gr, and that, my friend, is pretty expensive. They had fish that were from around 1 kg upwards, and €70+ for a red snapper or a seabream, as fresh as it looked, its a big big push.

We ordered mussels to start with and tempura vegetable. Mussels were the tiniest portion ever (c'mon guys, they must be €2/3 a kilo!!) and half of them were closed still. Tempura veg were nice.

We then ordered dish off the menu, was linguine with prawns and saffron, with a little bit of rocket on top.

They simply were NOT good at all, the bisque they finished the pasta with, really clashed with the saffron, and I'm sorry to tell you (your head chef shall be able to) but them 2 taste, do not work together.

We paid over €100, and I'm sorry, but as nice as the location is, it's way way overpriced for some mussles, pasta and a...

Wonderful place !! Me and my family wanted to use another restaurant that night but it was closed. Because of this, we found this one almost accidentally. We never went anywhere else afterwards for the last 3 days of our trip.

Staff we're such a pleasure to work with and all of them we're able to speak Italian and English/French ( not as much as Italian, but more than enough to talk and understand what you are saying if you don't speak Italian).

Food was absolutely fantastic, same for presentation. And even the place itself has a beautiful feel ( lot's of pictures available ).

I definitely suggest for travelers to try this restaurant. I highly highly recommend.

Me and my family also wish to thank again all the staff and chefs one last time. We already miss coming having Dinner to Sant'Elia...

One of the best restaurants we have ever been to. First of all they have a parking lot. It was raining but the walk through the outside seating area was beautiful. Inside is first class. Well decorated and perfectly appointed, the tables are set impeccably. We were greeted by the head waiter and the English speaking owner. The menu covered all bases with main courses from filetto di manzo to fresh catch-of-the-day fish. Everything was prepared perfectly and served hot. The wine list was extensive and affordable. If you have the opportunity, treat yourself to a delicious gourmet meal...