A Cantina - CARIATI

This is one my favourite restaurants in the area and we visit every summer. The food is fresh and authentic, the kind of food you would eat at home in Calabria. The fish is always so fresh. They serve local cheese, meats and wine. The setting is so cute, in a little courtyard in the historic old town. A charming rustic Italian dining experience.

We had two wonderful dinners here! The second night the owner and chef made special arrangements to procure seafood for us. The owner even helped direct us to our hotel and speaks wonderful English. The food is delicious and they made us feel like family. We can’t wait to return to A Cantina.

We always visit when in Cariati and the owner and staff are very friendly. The gem of this place is it is off the main beat track so it perfect place to go for a romantic evening. The other interesting this about this place is the food. So you normally go to a bar/restaurant and view a menu and order. This place you have only two options Meat or Seafood (mostly sea food) and you just tell the waiter. The result is you get about 4-5 courses or a lot of food for a very VERY good price. I love it cause I don't know what I'm getting but I'm never disappointed. Wine is fantastic.

Gothic cuisine, staff courtesy and welcoming atmosphere characterize this place with rustic features. Very well. often they also organize live music. aircraft

We had a meal here the night before with our tour group. We had an open night and decided to return for dinner for two. There is no menu, They do not accept credit cards but what a meal. We had a complete multi course Italian dinner from Antipasta, to first Course (pasta), second course (Choice of meat or fish), to fruit, to dessert, to coffee and ending with a digestive (Liquor). All for $15 Euros per person. This was one of the best meals of the trip. We were seated in the courtyard behind the restaurant and the setting was very romantic. The manager was fluent in English and was happy to explain the food items to us. I highly recommend this restaurant/Pub.