Al Grappolo d’Uva — Restaurant in Taormina

We were looking for a place to try some local wine in Taormina. Al Grappolo d'uva claims to be a wine bar, but it's nowhere near.

Extremely limited selection by the glass and only listed by grape types. When I tried to enquire about what was being served to me, the waiter simply stated the grapes again. No information about the producer and no bottle presented.

Had some bruschetta which had a good tomato sauce, but the bread was a bit soft. Were also offered some complimentary chips, which were a bit stale.

No water...

Finally the waiter disappeared with my credit card and came back having finished the transaction. Not okay.

I was looking forward to learning a bit about sicilian wine producers, sadly this is not the...

Al Grappolo d’Uva is an absolute gem in Taormina. From the moment you arrive, the inviting atmosphere sets the stage for a fantastic experience. The bruschetta and antipasto are incredibly flavorful, showcasing fresh ingredients and thoughtful preparation. Their Aperol spritz and limoncello spritz are not to be missed—refreshing, perfectly balanced, and a treat for the taste buds.

The staff are wonderfully friendly and attentive, creating a warm and welcoming environment that makes you feel right at home. It's also a perfect spot to relax and watch the world go by, whether you're enjoying the vibrant energy of Taormina or simply soaking up the charm of this delightful venue. Highly...

Nice little wine bar with a few seats on the street. If you can get an outside table, then enjoy a glass of wine. I tried the bruschetta (5euro) with a glass of an Etna bianco. The wine was fine. The bruschetta was terrible. Soggy bread, no olive oil, and just flavorless tomato salsa spread on top. Not approved! I've had free bruschetta in Italy that puts this 5 euro...