We loved Cafe' O'Neil! (2015) Food music service ... a highlight of our cousin vacation! Hope to visit on this trip (2026) read more

Cafe O'Neil - 2015 - Wonderful afternoon! - Pubs Near Me - Giardini-naxos, Maine

Very nice owner who sat us immediately Spoke very good English considering he was raised in London but came back to work and live later in life food was all excellent as wa the service We felt very comfortable here read more

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Excellent all around! Loved the food and the family atmosphere. Best Cannolis in all of Italy! read more

Cafe O'Neil - Dessert - Pubs Near Me - Giardini-naxos, Maine

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Very busy place for no apparent reason except maybe the friendly host. Food was utter crap, literally the worst I've ever had in 20 years of coming to Italy. The spaghetti carbonara was swimming in olive oil. The lasagna was so watery it came out looking like soup. The steak was dry and tough. The restaurant was crowded and incredibly hot with tables all jammed together. Ugh!! Writing this review makes me relive the entire awful experience. We couldn't wait to get out of there. Clientele is predominantly British. That should tell you something.... read more

Antonio, the owner and host was amazing. We enjoyed our meal immensely. Great menu selection. Great wine selection. The atmosphere was lay back, welcoming and friendly. A definite must try when in Sicily. read more

Directly across from the Hilton and our guide recommended this place for a quick bite for lunch between excursions. People from our group meandered in and the host was happy to accommodate us. In my opinion, he could be a little less theatrical with his comments but it all seemed to be a part of the show!!! I ordered a pasta dish with salmon and it couldn't have been better. Others in my group were pleased with their food as well. read more

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Great food, great service. Our group had a variety of dishes and variety of desserts. We left full and happy. The owner, Anthony, is very friendly, and takes good care of you. We are going back before we leave. read more

On vacation here in Sicily and had two dinners here. Great experience and good. Antonio is a wonderful host/owner and is a lot of fun! First night we got in late and just wanted to share some pizzas and they were perfect. Three nights later we had a more traditional dinner and Antonio offered up some family style options and wine that were superb. Gnocchi pesto, sole, brasciola and Nutella crepe...all very good. The six of us had a blast and a nice short walk back to the Hilton! read more

Rubbish, waited close to hour for pasta, never arrived. we left. No apology. Others in our group also not happy with service and food. We were recommended to go here. Crap. Next door is outstanding. read more

While the food is wonderful, the service and atmosphere is what really makes this place special. Antonio makes you feel like family, the wait staff are all so friendly. If I ever come back to Taormina Cafe O'Neil will be be top of my list of places to go and to take my friends. read more

At cafe O'Neill you can expect decent food but the table foot will be in your legs (however you try place your legs). Atmosphere is ridiculous with tv connected to loud speakers... For the rest, the boss is phony like hell and will never stop coming again and again and again flattering you, calling you professor (and the like) about every two minutes. Drinks are also very read more

Great lunch! Fabulous salad and panini's - don't miss it!! Antonio is amazing - do not let Irish name throw you off - you will not be disappointed....not a miss! Grazie! read more

My husband and I ate here several times over the course of a week. I had the pasta carbonara and I also the catch of the day a sea bass. The food was fabulous and fresh!! The Seabass came with french fries and salad for only €25. I also had the buffalo mozzarella salad. The buffalo mozzarella is so much better than anything you can get in the US. read more

This was the best meal we had in Italy. Antonio was a gracious host who helped us to make the best selections. Everything from the wine to desert was perfect! The service was superb, the food was delicious, the ambiance was welcoming and comfortable. I highly recommend this restaurant to everyone. 5 stars!! read more

The owner is 5 stars. He can't be more friendly and makes the dining experience a joy. We ordered the calamari and it was okay, but this goes for 95% of the calamari dishes I have had. So, if you like calamari don't let my review prevent you from ordering it. It's just I have had the best calamari from a food truck in Borgo, in San Marino at the Thursday market. The cannoli was really good, however the nuts sprinkled on it provided a smokey flavor. I would order the cannoli again and ask for no nuts or scrape them off, for maximum enjoyment! read more

The food is spectacular!! Service and owner are great! We totally enjoy our numerous visits here