3 Best Restaurants in The Aeolian Islands, Sicily

In his humble kitchen, Silvio, a rosy-cheeked fisherman, cooks for his guests as they sit around the table. You might have a simple pasta with tomato sauce, eggplant from his garden, olives cured from his trees, simmered wild greens gathered from the hillsides, and a fish dish (roasted, fried, or sautéed). The menu really depends on what's in season, and more importantly, what Silvio caught that morning from his little wooden fishing boat. You'll eat well, but the food is almost beside the point.   

The energy of eclectic but endearing chef Francesco (aka Zurro) exudes from his open kitchen into each delectable dish served. Da Zurro is the last of its kind on Stromboli, a simple yet robust restaurant focused on fresh fish and the old island recipes, while also keeping alive the old-school art of Italian hospitality. The traditional and creative cuisine includes some plates with interesting twists. For those wanting a quiet dinner, this isn’t the restaurant for you. A natural host with a gregarious personality, Francesco creates a warm, familiar atmosphere and makes you feel like you're having a meal in a home. 

Fresh, flavorful fish and the friendliest staff make this restaurant a great dining option steps away from Vulcano’s port. Owner and Eoliana native Rosanna is passionate about food and everything her land has to offer, something she no doubt inherited from her father, a fisherman on the island. Inspired by her experience in catering and cooking, her family’s roots, and a knowledge of Aeolian cuisine that runs deep in her veins, Rosanna’s cozy eatery offers a variety of traditional and creative Sicilian dishes with an emphasis on raw materials and the freshest catch of the day.