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The atmosphere at Aranciara is rated 9.2/10 by TheFork users.

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The service at Aranciara is rated 8.9/10 by TheFork users.

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The quality of the food at Aranciara is rated 8.7/10 by TheFork users.

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The noise level at Aranciara is rated 8/10 by TheFork users.

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The waiting time at Aranciara is rated 8.6/10 by TheFork users.

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Reviews - Aranciara

Name: Aranciara
Address: Via Fratelli Bandiera, 15, Taormina, 98039, Italy
Price range: €40 (Prices have been provided by the restaurant)
Rating: 9.1

Reviews

9.1
of 10

Excellent

1017 reviews

Ambience

9.3

Food

9.0

Service

9.2

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Beverlee R. • 4 reviews
September 15, 2025
10/10
We returned to Arianciara because the experience last year was so great. We were offered by Vincenza to have the chef’s choice. It did not disappoint. We had several appetizers - shrimp, marinated anchovy, eggplant and copanata. All of them were fabulous realist. We followed it with a linguine with shrimp and a light orange sauce and pasta alla Norma. They both were Amazing. We all left with full tummies.
Enza D. • 2 reviews
September 13, 2025
10/10
A perfect evening….The food, service and atmosphere were nothing less than perfection!
Kelly H. • 1 review
September 12, 2025
8.5/10
Beautiful courtyard setting. Service was prompt and friendly. Food and wine both excellent quality but we thought the wine especially was more expensive than comparable restaurants in Taormina. Beware that the ‘coperto’ includes a service charge so no need to leave an additional tip.
Tom P. • 1 review
August 29, 2025
10/10
Outstanding food combined with amazing service. All hands on deck. Fantastic ambiance. Thank you for a memorable experience
Lori P. • 3 reviews
August 27, 2025
10/10
This is a hidden gem in Taormina! This is my second time visiting and it was as amazing as I remembered! The staff is so welcoming and they make you feel like you’re sharing a meal with family! Highly recommend!
Steve J. • 1 review
July 27, 2025
10/10
Service was first class in this idyllic, calm environment. The food and wine were delicious too. No complaints whatsoever.
Claire H. • 1 review
July 14, 2025
7.5/10
Lovely garden setting - friendly service Food was good Felt like they rushed us out though with very quick service
Annalisa S. • 10 reviews
July 8, 2025
10/10
Very good experience overall
Olivier A. • 11 reviews
July 2, 2025
7.5/10
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Alex L. • 2 reviews
June 27, 2025
10/10
The food was very good and the staff were very friendly and attentive.
Panagiotis S. • 2 reviews
June 24, 2025
10/10
We had a lovely dinner at Aranciara last night. The atmosphere in this hidden garden is very relaxing. The food was very delicious and the staff was friendly and smiley. The service was quick and efficient. I would definitely recommend it to everyone who enjoys fine dining.
Stephen V. • 2 reviews
May 26, 2025
10/10
Nice atmosphere, good food and excellent service
Colleen F. • 4 reviews
May 20, 2025
10/10
Great food, service and atmosphere. You must try.
John S. • 1 review
May 11, 2025
10/10
I had booked the restaurant for my wife’s birthday, there was 13 guests who were visiting Taormina for a walking holiday. Enzo and his team could not have been more helpful. Firstly helping to decorate the table and blow up ballon’s etc. helping us making the right menu choices. He also organised a personalised birthday cake and refused a deposit for same. Setting out in the garden was excellent, food was delicious and we had a fantastic night. Apologies to other guests if we were a bit noisey! Well done Enzo and the Aranciara team.
Sylwia K. • 5 reviews
May 4, 2025
10/10
we had family dinner here, it was such a great experience. great food , not long menu, but with respect to tradition and local products. beautiful patio, with a romantic vibe. Plus the service, kind and open people. highly recomended
Helaine B. • 1 review
May 3, 2025
10/10
The pasta with shrimp and pistachios was the best pasta I had in all of Sicily!
Melissa B. • 1 review
April 29, 2025
10/10
I have been to this restaurant three times and was impressed all three times. The staff is very welcoming, friendly, and they even remembered me from the last time I was there. I felt more as a friend than a customer. The ambiance is lovely and they offer a great menu with fresh, high quality ingredients. I will definitely return the next time I am in Sicily.
Renata G. • 6 reviews
April 19, 2025
4/10
The food is horrible, they charge premium price for low quality food, we had 4 different plates plus desert and none of them was good. Do not recommend
Barbara T. • 1 review
April 19, 2025
10/10
Delicious food, excellent attentive service and a wonderful peaceful ambience out in the garden away from the touristy places. Not cheap, but you get what you pay for. Lovely celebration lunch for a special anniversary. Loved it.
Tomas R. • 1 review
April 12, 2025
8/10
The garden has a unique atmosphere. The waiters try very hard and work at a good level. The dishes were delicious, so I can definitely recommend this place.
Diane S. • 1 review
October 23, 2024
10/10
Excellent restaurant!!
Hubertus v. • 2 reviews
October 14, 2024
7/10
Great location, great food. But when you play on that level, the service has to be great as well. This was not the case.
Barbara B. • 1 review
October 7, 2024
10/10
Our quiet table, under the fairy lights began a fabulous dinner experience. We began with angus tortelinni, simply the best pasta we've had. We selected a fresh whole sea bass, which was grilled with light seasonings and filleted at our table along with a delicious salad. The service was impeccable, the chef fabulous and the dinner absolutely the best we've had while in Taormina.
Tereza B. • 1 review
October 3, 2024
4.5/10
Fisrt of all, they have give to us a wine list not updated. After choosing one of them, they told us the wine is not available, the wine list was not correct and brought the new one. Of course, all wines were more expensive. Two dishes chosen, by me and by my husband, were not available either. The waiter was just running from here to there without listening to us. Good was just ok.
Franziska F. • 1 review
October 3, 2024
8/10
Service is outstanding and the atmosphere is lovely. However, sadly my dish (salmon) lacked a little in flavour .
Millie B. • 2 reviews
October 2, 2024
10/10
Beautiful setting....perfect servixe from everyone and made to feel very welcome...spectacular food...absolutely recommend and will be back!!
Luminita D. • 2 reviews
September 27, 2024
10/10
Garden setting, atmosphere, nice staff
Enza D. • 2 reviews
September 17, 2024
10/10
An exceptional evening!
Jo C. • 1 review
September 10, 2024
10/10
Great, friendly welcome, fantastic setting for couples or larger groups, food was delicious. We tried lots of different things on the menu over two visits - so good we came back a second time - everything so tasty. Good selection of drinks, wine and cocktails too. Everyone around us seemed to be enjoying their experience. Maybe just a little more expensive than some nearby restaurants but well worth it.
dana y. • 2 reviews
September 14, 2024
10/10
+1
Excellent friendly service! Our meal starting from appetizer to main course was DELICIOUS!
Pauline G. • 1 review
September 5, 2024
5/10
After having read the reviews, we expected much better. Over cooked meat, small portions and over priced menu. Disappointed.
Karen B. • 2 reviews
September 4, 2024
10/10
Great food, good atmosphere, fantastic!
Stephen P. • 16 reviews
August 28, 2024
9.5/10
Very good meal with super fresh food. We had the fresh raw langoustines and tuna tartar for starters followed by a beautifully cooked tagliata and the pasta of the day 'beef ragu'. Service was very pleasant although some finger wipes would have been handy after eating the langoustines. Lovely setting in a small garden courtyard.
Julia P. • 2 reviews
August 14, 2024
10/10
Great food.
maria m. • 1 review
July 21, 2024
10/10
Location
David F. • 1 review
July 13, 2024
10/10
What a great find! Such a gem of a restaurant. The food and service was the best we’ve had in Taormina! Very highly recommend. We’ll be back! Grazie
Mindy O. • 1 review
July 3, 2024
10/10
This restaurant was a great find! Food was delicious and the service was really good too. We would highly recommend!
Barry W. • 1 review
June 27, 2024
7.5/10
Service was great, they seemed genuinely sorry that one of our guests dish was too salty and we had to send it back. It was a bit disappointing to have to do that though. Lovely place and service, but the food was disappointing.
Brian F. • 1 review
July 1, 2024
3.5/10
Overpriced restaurant and the head waiters are interested in pushing the house special without a price making you very uncomfortable. The wine list is seriously overpriced and asking customers to top end prices. There is far better restaurants in Taormina that offer high quality without ripping off tourists. This type of business could damage Taormina.
Ilan F. • 2 reviews
June 26, 2024
4.5/10
Tourist trap with bad food and inflated prices.