The story
Hidden on a cobblestone corner of Randazzo’s historic center, Gli Antichi Sapori is the kind of trattoria that rewards those who know to look for it. The restaurant has earned a 4.8 rating from locals and visitors alike, leaning into the timeless appeal of Sicilian home cooking.
Salvo Guarneri highlights the kitchen’s patience: fresh pasta is paired with a sauce that simmers for five hours. The signature dish—Pasta Fresca con Sugo di Melanzane Fritte e Ragù di Carne—layers fried eggplant with a slow-cooked meat ragù, proving that the best traditions come from simply trusting the clock.
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Reviewers rave about the pasta fresca con sugo di melanzane fritte, praising its rich, satisfying depth. The overall vibe is one of humble, authentic warmth that feels like home.
“I try the fresh pasta with a sauce cooked for 5 hours, with fried eggplant and meat ragù. The sauce is very flavorful, the fried eggplant adds crunch. It's a typical Sicilian dish that I love.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Gli Antichi Sapori. Most active: Salvo Guarneri
- Salvo GuarneriLoved
Cosa fare un Weekend d’autunno a Randazzo sull’Etna, prenota alloggi, esperienze su portasicilia.it · @ 0:19
A traditional restaurant in the historic center of Randazzo serving fresh pasta with a 5-hour cooked sauce.
Dishes mentioned
Pasta Fresca con Sugo di Melanzane Fritte e Ragù di Carne
I try the fresh pasta with a sauce cooked for 5 hours, with fried eggplant and meat ragù. The sauce is very flavorful, the fried eggplant adds crunch. It's a typical Sicilian dish that I love.
