The story
At first glance, Maria Luisa bills itself as a pastry shop in Nicolosi, but the Frama Twins discovered something else entirely: a sprawling all-you-can-eat apericena buffet that they call “definitely worth the €20 plus cover charge.” They praise the good quality food and fresh ingredients, noting a festive atmosphere that makes the deal feel like a genuine find.
The spread includes hearty classics like Pasta con Verdure e Melanzane, lasagne, arancini, and porchetta, alongside lighter bites such as Zucchine con Formaggio and Melanzane con la Mollica. Wash it down with a Spritz or white wine. For a casual, family-friendly feast that delivers on both quantity and quality, Maria Luisa proves that a pastry shop can pivot to something far more indulgent.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2023.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 12 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers praise Maria Luisa’s Spritz as a perfect, refreshing start, while the overall vibe is warmly convivial and unpretentiously inviting.
“The spritz is good — it's tasty and refreshing.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Maria Luisa. Most active: Frama Twins
Maria Luisa is a great all-you-can-eat apericena buffet in Catania with good quality food, fresh ingredients, and a festive atmosphere — definitely worth the €20 plus cover charge.
Dishes mentioned
Pasta con Verdure e Melanzane
The pasta with vegetables and eggplant is good, but the couscous is even better — it's more unique and flavorful. The pasta is decent, but I prefer the couscous.
Couscous
The couscous is delicious — it's more unique and flavorful than the pasta. I really like it.
- Arancino
Pasta Sfoglia con Spinaci e Ricotta
The puff pastry with spinach and ricotta is good — simple but tasty.
Porchetta
The porchetta is good — classic and simple but tasty.
