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Reviewers rave about the Sarde a Beccafico, praising its bright, briny flavors. The overall vibe is of a warm, unpretentious spot delivering pure, coastal Sicilian soul.
“These are the Catania version of sarde a beccafico, rolled and fried. They're very tasty and flavorful, with a strong, seasoned taste and a hint of acidity from the vinegar. One piece is enough because it's very rich. I've never had them before, and they're really good, not easy to find this good even in Catania.”
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Scirocco is a highly recommended spot in Catania for its excellent fried seafood, particularly the mixed cone, and its well-balanced caponata and sarde a beccafico.
Dishes mentioned
- Cuoppo senza spina
Caponata di pesce spada
This swordfish caponata is beautifully balanced. You can taste the mint, which gives a fresh touch, and the vinegar doesn't overpower the swordfish. The cherry tomato is sweet, and there's caper, onion, and fresh basil. It's super balanced and delicious. I love it, it's really good.
Sarde a beccafico
These are the Catania version of sarde a beccafico, rolled and fried. They're very tasty and flavorful, with a strong, seasoned taste and a hint of acidity from the vinegar. One piece is enough because it's very rich. I've never had them before, and they're really good, not easy to find this good even in Catania.
