Dining and drinking in Cefalù
Updated for the 2027 Season: Cefalù is home to many amazing restaurants, bars and casual dining options. These are a few of Little Italian Kitchen's favourite spots. They aren’t sponsored or commission-based picks; just genuine recommendations from our own experiences. If I’m not at Little Italian Kitchen, there’s a good chance you’ll find me at one of these locations.
Restaurants
Cucina 22 Isolana
Location: via Porto Salvo 67
Cala Luna
Location: Hotel Le Calette
Qualia
Location: Via G. Amendola 16A
A memorable culinary experience with a menu put together by innovative, passionate young chefs. A beautiful interior space with alfresco dining also available. Great value set menu!
History Pinsa
Location: via Porto Salvo 62
Absolutely delicious pinsa (roman style pizza made with a rice and soy flour base) and incredibly good value. A super friendly family run business - and rightfully very popular.
Le Terme
Location: via Bagni Cicerone
Fine dining right on the water's edge. One of Little Italian Kitchen students' favourite restaurants. Considerately plated dishes, attentive service and lovely little touches from the kitchen.
Michelin Guide, fine dining. A stunning setting with beautifully executed dishes, an outdoor kitchen and tables that overlook the port. The food is innovative and matched with a carefully curated wine list.
Fermento 2.0
Location: Via Giacomo Matteotti 29
Absolutely delicious woodfired pizzas. Definitely worth booking a table - otherwise pick up a takeaway and take it down to Lungo Mare and enjoy pizza on the beach.
La Brace
Location: via XXV Novembre 10
Don't even try to go here without booking a table days (weeks!) in advance. It's one of Cefalù's most popular dining destinations - cosy, classic and well-priced.
One of Cefalù's most unique dining offerings, Qualia offers contemporary Sicilian cuisine with nature at the heart of each plate. Go for the incredible tasting menu.
Tivitti
Location: Beginning of Lungo Mare
A reliable beachside choice, this is a popular spot serving classic and consistently good dishes. A great lunch destination with casual dining.
Chez Hugo
Location: Via Seminario
A new addition to Cefalù (opened 2025), Chez Hugo is absolutely worth a visit. It's a pretty little bistro tucked down a side street near the Duomo with an excellent Pasta Taianu.
Bars
Bordomari Lounge Bar
Location: Via Bordonaro 50
Fri Trafficanti
Location: Piazza Cristoforo Colombo
Dokeio Rooftop Lounge Bar
Location: Hotel Giara, via Veterani 40
A stunning spot to watch the sun set while enjoying aperitivo. Bordomari is a beautiful lounge bar with an incredible pier that stretches across the water. One of the most magical (and romantic) bars in town.
Another great spot for cocktails, this is an alfresco bar near Lungo Mare with drinks served by super friendly staff. Fri has a fantastic gin list, regularly has live music - and does a really delicious aperitivo.
Sweeping views out to the Tyrrhenian Sea and back towards La Rocca and the Duomo, this is an amazing place to view the sunset - and to enjoy an amazing cocktail (the passionfruit mojitos are strong, and strongly recommended). Great aperitivo too.
Must visits...
Cangelosi
Location: Via Aldo Moro 13
A local secret, Cangelosi does the best cannoli and cartoccio in Italy (imo) with a perfectly smooth and sweetened ricotta. Close to the train station you'll trundle right past it if you don't know it's there.
Zagara Juice Bar
Location: Via Vittorio Emanuele 84
Make sure this is on your list! Generous fruit salads, homemade granita, delicious smoothies and incredible fresh fruit cocktails - all at a great prices. Pick up something and wander down to the 'Molo' to enjoy it.
Al Caffè
Location: Via Matteotti 53
My favourite spot to stop for coffee. Sit alongside the locals chatting in Sicilian while enjoying one of their still warm, fresh-from-the-oven pastries. The best calzone and arancina in town (make sure you try the ragü).
DiVino Urban Cellar
Location: Via Gibilmanna16
Rennovated and under new ownership in 2026, this is a super social wine bar with an incredible selection of bottled and cleanskin wine. Book a wine tasting to learn more about Sicilian wines!
Angolo Delle Dolcezze
Location: Via Pietro Novelli 2-4
Delicious pastries, good coffee and an outstanding salted peanut gelato. This pasticceria is a popular destination for locals wanting celebration desserts or cakes but also a good spot for Sicilian sweets.
Karma
Location: Piazza G Battista Spinola 6
While this cute little place is open for lunch and dinner, it's a great option for anyone craving a slightly healthier breakfast than pastries! The overnight oats are delicious and it's some of the best coffee in town.