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Mediterranean restaurant in Torre Faro, Metropolitan City of Messina
What should I order at Ristorante Gitano's?
What to order
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Pizza
Frequently praised as great, perfect, and very good, with reviews highlighting quality ingredients, good baking, and even a well-made gluten-free version.
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Fish
Recommended many times for being fresh, delicious, well-cooked, and part of the restaurant's strong seafood-focused cuisine.
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Gelato Alla Cannella
Mentioned multiple times as a must-try dessert, described as excellent, superior to many gelaterias, and one of the restaurant’s standout specialties.
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Spaghetti Tutto Mare
Specifically called out as a favorite dish by a returning guest, suggesting it is a standout seafood pasta option.
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Cannella-Based Dessert Wine
Recommended alongside the cinnamon gelato as a distinctive specialty worth trying for its unique flavor.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 PM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 8 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 8 PM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 8 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 12:30 to 4 PM, 8 PM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 12:30 to 4 PM, 8 PM to 12 AM |
About Ristorante Gitano's
Ristorante Gitano's is a Mediterranean, pizza, seafood, and Southern Italian restaurant in Torre Faro, Metropolitan City of Messina. Reviews consistently praise the fresh fish, seafood dishes, cozze, and pizza, along with the attentive service and well-cooked food. Guests also mention the sea view and the restaurant's atmosphere, especially for lunch and dinner. The price range is €20 to €40, and reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Ristorante Gitano's known for?
It is best known for fresh seafood, especially fresh fish, cozze, and fish-based plates like spaghetti tutto mare. Reviews also call out the pizza as very good, and several mention the view over the Stretto di Messina as part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Ristorante Gitano's?
Reviewers most often highlight spaghetti tutto mare, pizza, fresh fish, and cozze, with some also recommending pasta and fish tasting dishes. For dessert, the cinnamon gelato and cannella-based dessert wine are specifically mentioned as standouts.
What is the atmosphere like at Ristorante Gitano's?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, romantic, and trendy, with outdoor seating and rooftop seating that fit a scenic dinner by the water. It is a good fit for groups, tourists, and solo diners looking for a relaxed meal rather than a rushed one.
Is Ristorante Gitano's good value?
Yes, reviewers describe the prices as reasonable, and the listed price range is €20–40. That value is paired with well-cooked food, fresh seafood, and strong service, which several reviews say makes the meal feel worth it.
When should you visit Ristorante Gitano's?
Lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, so it is worth booking ahead for the busiest meal periods. Reviews suggest the setting is especially memorable at night, when the view of the Stretto di Messina and the beachside atmosphere stand out most.
Is parking available at Ristorante Gitano's?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Ristorante Gitano's kid-friendly?
Yes, Ristorante Gitano's is good for kids.
