Ristorante Don Camillo
A Michelin-listed, long-standing family restaurant in Ortigia operating since 1985, famous for its signature sea urchin and shrimp pasta.
Located on Via Maestranza in Ortigia, this family-run establishment has been operating since 1985 under chef Giovanni Guarneri. It focuses on seafood and is recognized by the Michelin Guide for its Sicilian cuisine. The signature "Spaghetti delle Sirene" (Siren's Pasta), flavored with shrimp and sea urchin, has been on the menu since 1986 according to their website. Other representative dishes include crispy shrimp with Noto almond cream and prawns wrapped in caul fat. The wine list features over 800 labels. Open for both lunch and dinner, closed on Sundays and public holidays, with potential short closures in July and November. Calling ahead to confirm and reserve is recommended. Located a few minutes' walk from Piazza Duomo.
Opening hours
Mon–Sat 13:00–14:30, 20:00–22:30 (some pages on the official website list lunch starting from 12:30); closed Sun and public holidays
Nearby sights
- Ortygia, Syracuse
- Fountain of Arethusa
- Ortigia Market
- Castello Maniace
- Sanctuary of the Madonna delle Lacrime
- Paolo Orsi Regional Archaeological Museum
- Catacombs of San Giovanni
- Neapolis Archaeological Park