November 23, 2024

The Best Restaurants in Modica

by

Matt Bird

Modica is the chocolate capital of Sicily and a 40-minute drive from Noto so a perfect day out.

Famous for its unique ancient method of chocolate production is used that does not involved tempering. Given the chocolate is not heated there remains a delicate crunch on the palate from the sugar used in the mix.

Modica has some fabulous restaurants and bars ranging from enoteca serving wine and charcuterie plates through to one of the best Michelin Star restaurants in Sicily.

Accursio

Accursio Restaurant

Chef Accursio Craparo the executive chef and proprieter deserves every point and twinkle of his Michelin Star. An exceptional fine dining experience within easy reach of Noto.

Location: Via Grimaldi 39

Instagram: Accursio

Singola

Alfresco dining at Singola

Singola is a vegetarian organic food restaurant. Chef Pasquale Passannante is a master of plant-based cookery. I am a full on carnivore and yet Singola is one of my personal favourites.

Location: Via Risorgimento 88

Instagram: Singola


Radici

Chef Accursio Craparo

Radici is the brasserie of Chef Accursio Craparo so if you would like something more relaxed and more economic then this place is a must try.

Location: Via Grimaldi 55

Instagram: Radici

Lorenzo Ruta

Super fresh dishes at Lorenze Ruta

Lorenzo Ruta is a restaurant that is the top of my list to visit when I’m next in Sicily. I have included here because of its strong reputation and reviews. Maybe I’ll see you there!

Location: Contrada Zimmardo, SP45

Instagram: Lorenzo Ruta

Rappa Enoteca

Cheers!

Rappa Enotoca is a true enoteca, being a wine bar serving small plates of food, generally charcuterie. Popular with locals and visitors alike a brilliant hangout for a little refreshment.

Location: Corso Santa Teresa 97-99

Instagram: Rappa Enoteca

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