Catania Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
A unique experience that will immerse you in the local culture and history of the city. The local cuisine is influenced by two fundamental elements: the beautiful sun-kissed Mediterranean sea that warms the Sicilian lands and the majestic Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano. The combination of these two factors makes Catania's gastronomic offer incredibly lively.
The sale of takeaway food in Catania stems from the encounter of the various peoples and cultures that have lived in the city over time: Greeks, Latins, Spanish, Jews and Arabs to name but a few. Each people has introduced their own gastronomic customs into the Sicilian tradition, sharing in the birth of today's delicious, crispy and lively dishes, often prepared in plain sight by the skilful hands of local experts.
With us you can sample the best of Sicilian street food, walking through the noisy and colourful streets of the historic centre, accompanied by a local gastronomic expert.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please be aware that the guide may speak both in English and Italian during the tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Lunch
Dinner
One alcoholic beverage included (served only to 18 years old and above)
Tips
What To Expect
At the first stop we'll try the Sicilian Caponata: This is a mixture of fried vegetables (mostly aubergines), seasoned with tomato sauce, celery, onion, olives, capers, sugar and vinegar. There are numerous variations of it, as it is widespread throughout the Mediterranean Sea. Caponata is generally used today as a side dish or hors d'oeuvre, but since the 18th century it has been a main course.
What better place than the local market to try out a fried fish cone? Savor a delicious cone filled with various kinds of fried fish, caught that day!
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Catania Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better
Reviews
265 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Food Tour in Catania
michael f,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain each experience. The food was delicious and it doesn't take long to get stuffed. Do not eat before you go.
Go with Giuseppe
Departure96487,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went with Giuseppe, He is so knowledgeable and knows the food as well as the people making it. This tour was a highlight of our trip! The food was tasty, Giuseppe made sure everyone tried different things and ate well. WE had so much fun doing our food tour this way!
Giuseppe is the most...
Maureen P,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Giuseppe is the most Passionate tour guide. Great stops. He’d done his homework well and took us to the best stops!!
Amazing!
J2266IMmias,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Giuseppe was wonderful! Very knowledgeable about the rich city history incorporated into the walking food tour. My favorite was the cipollina, but every stop was delicious. I have never had such fresh calamari in my life, and octopus too.. fried and fresh from the local fish market. The white wine offered to pair with the fried fish transformed the whole flavor pallate. Giuseppe knows his food and wine! I would highly recommend this walking tour if you enjoy food history, of course walking, and wonderful company from a local guide. ☺️
10 out of 10
617inga ,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! not only full of great tasty food but also full of interesting stories - of both food and the locations - history and traditions (and legends). Our guide Kate was great! full of positivity and a joy to be around. She gave us a lot of useful tips for our stay here.
Great food and fun!
Italylover1218,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time with Giusepe. His knowledge of Catania and local delicacies was fantastic. We truly had a great evening and would recommend this tour.
Yummy food tour in Catania
CatherineR532,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mariella was friendly and knowledgeable showing us around Catania. We had so much to eat and it was all delicious. Would definitely recommend this tour
Fabulous & Delicious
Freedom49755745030,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous tour - delicious food! I loved that the guide really knew her history of the area and the food. It made it so interesting! She also made a lot of suggestions too, which was appreciated.
Fun and tasty street food tour
Jeff S,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great introduction to Sicilian street cuisine. Our guide Giuseppe was very friendly and knowledgeable and took us to a lot of great places. From fish to cippolini to cannoli and granite, everything was delicious. Giuseppe even gave us restaurant recommendations for our travels to Ortigia later. A great tour I highly recommend
Excellente
188bernards,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Good group. Mariella was enthusiastic and informative. Lots of food experiences. Probably too much to eat. Highly recommend.
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