Best Restaurants in Modica

The Vico dei Santi restaurant is located in Corso Umberto I, right along the main avenue of Modica, in front of the Church of San Pietro. Designed for residents and tourists, it offers refinement, quality, and very high professionalism from lunch to dinner, immersed in a relaxing atmosphere with a minimal style; a place suitable for both adults and children. You will be transported on a gastronomic walk worthy of the best Sicilian tradition, from homemade pasta to a refined proposal of meat and fish, to tasty salads with 0 km products.

In the heart of Modica, on the ground floor of an ancient palace on the town’s main Corso, I opened my little kitchen and this is where I invite you to stop to enjoy centuries of culture. The cuisine, so deeply bonded to the products that Sicily offers us seasonally, has to be complemented on the table with wines that come from the same territories: the great white ones of Western Sicily and of the islands and the intense red ones coming from the Mount Etna and the South-West.

Taverna Migliore is located in a surprising place, in the artisanal area of ​​Modica, in the province of Ragusa. A natural stone farmhouse that seats 50 people, in a welcoming environment, surrounded by a garden and vegetable garden, where guests can make a sensory journey among trees, essences, and buds. To welcome you there are the hosts, the sisters Alice and Valentina Migliore. In the kitchen, the chef Lorenzo Ruta, together with Giorgetta Abbate takes care of the cuisine of the Sicilian tradition.

Locanda Del Colonnello, nestled in the heart of the Baroque city of Modica, Sicily, offers a dining experience that transports guests to a bygone era of elegance and grandeur. This exquisite restaurant, set within a beautifully restored 18th-century palazzo, combines historic Sicily's charm with modern gourmet cuisine's sophistication. It stands as a culinary beacon in Modica, inviting diners to savor the richness of Sicilian culinary traditions amidst the architectural splendour for which the town is famed. The ambience of Locanda Del Colonnello is steeped in history, with its ornate interiors, antique furnishings, and art-adorned walls creating an atmosphere of refined beauty. The dining rooms showcase period elegance, offering an intimate setting for a memorable meal. The outdoor courtyard, framed by the ancient stone walls of the palazzo, provides a serene alfresco dining experience, where guests can enjoy the gentle Sicilian breeze under the canopy of stars. At the core of Locanda Del Colonnello's menu is a dedication to showcasing the bounty of Sicily's land and sea. The culinary team, led by esteemed chefs, meticulously crafts dishes that pay homage to traditional Sicilian recipes while incorporating contemporary culinary techniques. The menu celebrates local flavours and seasonal ingredients, featuring dishes such as handmade pasta with rich sauces, succulent meats and fresh seafood, and vibrant vegetable courses, all prepared with an emphasis on flavour and presentation.