Cortile Pepe
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ANDREI C. • 2 reviews
October 9, 2025
9/10High service atmosphere, great wine list . Very good food ,
james g. • 1 review
October 12, 2025
10/10Wonderful lunch at the big table in the window. Just a great experience - delicious food, warm and friendly staff and the theatre of an open kitchen.
Kristina K. • 8 reviews
September 22, 2025
6/10
We visited Cortile Pepe in the historic center of Cefalù, expecting a high-end gastronomic experience in line with its fine dining branding. The courtyard ambiance was lovely, with a calm, pleasant sound level and a comfortable outdoor setting that initially put us at ease. Service staff were friendly and attentive throughout the evening. However, at the end, the manager’s persistent thanks felt overly insistent, almost as if pushing for glowing reviews. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to the expectations implied by the pricing. Some dishes tasted overwhelmingly of salt, others lacked any distinct flavor. Presentation was inconsistent, some courses looked appealing, others came off as uninspired. One bright spot was dessert, which was enjoyable and well executed. Given the premium price level, the balance of what was delivered fell short. We cannot recommend Cortile Pepe based on our experience and feel that skipping it would spare disappointment.
Cortile Pepe • Owner
Gentile cliente, grazie per aver scelto di cenare da noi presso Cortile Pepe e per averci dato la possibilità di servirvi. Siamo dispiaciuti che l'esperienza non sia stata all'altezza delle vostre aspettative. Abbiamo preso nota delle vostre critiche riguardo al cibo e alla presentazione, e ci scusiamo per eventuali errori di salatura o mancanza di sapore in alcuni piatti. Il nostro team di cucina sta lavorando per migliorare costantemente la qualità dei nostri piatti. Vorremmo anche chiarire che i ringraziamenti del nostro direttore erano un gesto di pura gentilezza e apprezzamento per la vostra presenza, non avevano lo scopo di influenzare la vostra opinione. Siamo comunque lieti che abbiate apprezzato il dessert e l'atmosfera del nostro cortile. Speriamo che possiate darci un'altra opportunità di servirvi meglio in futuro. Cordiali saluti,
Steve D. • 3 reviews
October 6, 2025
10/10Superb food and service from the moment we entered the restaurant. We ate from the al a carte menu and had veal cheek and quail+scampi to start followed by the rabbit porchetta and then the tarte tatin. All excellently presented and very tasty. Service attentive throughout
Tina F. • 1 review
September 23, 2025
10/10
+5Everything was wonderful! The atmosphere is beautiful. The service was outstanding and the food was exceptional. Exactly what we were hoping for. They even went out of their way to give us wonderful gluten free chefs bites before the appetizer and dessert. A++
Paul C. • 15 reviews
September 21, 2025
10/10Best food so far in Sicily. Well curated menu (4 course tasting), beautifully presented dishes and some genuine surprises. Well worth that bit extra - would recommend to anyone.
Emily S. • 1 review
August 26, 2025
10/10We opted for the taster menus which was exceptional. the flavours and presentation were excellent and the staff were friendly and attentive Will definitely be back to celebrate special occasions
Hayet H. • 3 reviews
August 4, 2025
10/10
Excellent!
Luca V. • 2 reviews
August 4, 2025
10/10Location raffinata, staff gentilissimo, cibo squisito
Mario G. • 1 review
July 19, 2025
10/10
Great Service and scrumptious food
Bartolo A. • 1 review
July 12, 2025
10/10Location
Kerry C. • 7 reviews
June 26, 2025
10/10
+3It’s all been said already… just go there
William R. • 1 review
June 24, 2025
10/10always a different and well round plate of food
Marc H. • 21 reviews
June 20, 2025
10/10
Great food, excellent service in romantic setting on the terraza. Wonderful restaurant. Would highly recommend.
Sonja K. • 55 reviews
June 17, 2025
10/10Absolutely delicious food, friendly service.
Alan B. • 4 reviews
May 27, 2025
10/10
+1Such welcoming and friendly staff, combined with delicious, local and flavoursome food made this a highlight of our week in Cefalu. The tasting menus were beautifully presented and so tasty.
Thomas D. • 1 review
May 23, 2025
9.5/10Excellent meal with a fantastic presentation. Portions allowed for wonderful tasting in just the right portions. My wife and I typically share and it was perfect! Loved the quaint historical district location. Wish we had realized that you should not drive to the location! As they say it is not possible! Parking in a lot and a short 10 minute walk was nice though.
Graham M. • 8 reviews
May 18, 2025
9.5/10Imaginative and beautifully presented dishes, attentive and friendly service. We dined early evening (so British) so the restaurant was quiet and lacked atmosphere, however a memorable meal none the less.
Deborah D. • 2 reviews
May 10, 2025
10/10Excellent food, service and ambience. We had the set menu and were allowed to swop a couple of courses. The food was absolutely delicious and all the staff super friendly. The sommelier was great in helping us choose a wine from the excellent wine list. This was the best place that we ate in during our 5 night stay in Cefalu. It was memorable and I'd love to go back some day.
Graham R. • 4 reviews
May 9, 2025
7.5/10A pleasant room serving very good food which makes good use of fresh , seasonal ingredients. Service is efficient , if lacking slightly on creating a relaxed and enjoyable environment
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