John & Tylere
Recommendations
Best Coffee
Sicilian coffee culture centers on quick, bold espresso and everyday connection. Locals gather in small, lively bars, often standing at the counter for a cappuccino or espresso while chatting. Each cup is a simple daily ritual, valued as much for the moment as the flavor. Mandrake (https://maps.app.goo.gl/FUo3ef7Y4nd96kbs9) La Gioconda (https://maps.app.goo.gl/fn4LoAqqSLg9W9wg7) Bar Garden (https://maps.app.goo.gl/j3gviiUEdj5Ew9wg6) Diadema (https://maps.app.goo.gl/DwRhsSezAFu7dw7o9) Gav Caffé (https://maps.app.goo.gl/f9shhtYXs6SUYZbQA) FYI you will find food at all of these spots too.
Best Bakeries
Sicilian bakeries are full of fresh, local flavors like citrus, almonds, pistachios, and ricotta. Sweet options include flaky cornetti, crisp cannoli, cassata, sfogliatelle, frutta martorana, and brioche. Savory staples include arancini, sfincione, and focaccia. The classics: Mangogna (https://maps.app.goo.gl/XTfEk46B81nZECcRA) Profitterol (https://maps.app.goo.gl/g1dGv5xNkxUb522H9) Lamia (https://maps.app.goo.gl/KuZX6eQ3ukUAx3Z99) La Dolcissima (https://maps.app.goo.gl/pHesK7A79Ed3iHf48) New favorites: Doppiozero (https://maps.app.goo.gl/y8dp9p7iXPD1RXCK8) Bar 3.Zero (https://maps.app.goo.gl/v51rneif3xi6SNVg9) FYI you will find coffee and gelato at all of these spots too.
Best Gelato
An absolute must any time of day. For the full Sicilian experience, have your gelato served in a soft brioche bun, finished with fresh whipped cream. Or go with a refreshing granita (Italian ice). The best in town. Mucho Gusto (https://maps.app.goo.gl/72FNLSvfdApEMF157)
Best Pizza
The classics: Baby Luna (https://maps.app.goo.gl/9vxminB5wK9BpFw1A) Lo Scoiattolo (https://maps.app.goo.gl/hXVJxVJpSSjzc3mHA) Drikky's (https://maps.app.goo.gl/Kvu7uBwq1xTriHde9) Sapor DiVino (https://maps.app.goo.gl/R68NdmJqzw18fqVr7) New favorites: Napoesia (https://maps.app.goo.gl/rmi4S5ReEpo9qot59) Scopari (https://maps.app.goo.gl/D9BZxjzX5N7Y5Qer5) FYI you will find pasta and protein dishes at all these spots too.
Best Bars
Cocktail bars come alive in the early evening with aperitivo. Locals gather for a light pre dinner drink like a spritz, wine, or a simple cocktail, often paired with small bites such as olives, nuts, or bruschetta. It is a relaxed, social ritual that eases into the night in a laid back atmosphere. Marrobbio (https://maps.app.goo.gl/vqcVMLKK6Dhe6mKd8) Mascaaria (https://maps.app.goo.gl/JKdSHNHGMDeqbQSYA) Cult (https://maps.app.goo.gl/AtVdA7Suqmb8Pi8L7) Mandrake (https://maps.app.goo.gl/zPbvi4htiTWpjUsL9) TEN (https://maps.app.goo.gl/Zfinziyr9qi9wQuS8) Vintro Pub (https://maps.app.goo.gl/Vnb1bXMbwuVcMcZ46) Bar Garden (https://maps.app.goo.gl/fDhNTKLmR81hnMsD8)
Dinner on August 7th
On Friday, August 7th, we’ll be hosting our rehearsal dinner for the wedding party and family. If you're not attending, here are some fantastic restaurant options to celebrate the occasion and enjoy a special meal. Altavilla (https://maps.app.goo.gl/tJTA28uAL1Gf88f57) Vizi da Re (https://maps.app.goo.gl/PoNDwNM92Y1JzTrV7) La Vela (https://maps.app.goo.gl/74PwVDJyDZjvFaX49) Funduq (https://maps.app.goo.gl/ouZdhv6w31DQrUjK6) La Bettola (https://maps.app.goo.gl/cFgDqHw5uRmh2GCs9) Looking for something light? Go to Scialà (https://maps.app.goo.gl/pqG9GYr2PTm1YK4TA) They’ve got the best charcuterie boards in town. Perfectly paired with a chilled white wine, a spritz, or whatever your drink of choice is.
