The Best Breakfasts And Brunches In Catania Italy

Catania is a great destination whether you’re looking for culture, nature, or great food. We’ve put together a list of tasty breakfasts and brunches in Catania for those who want to kick-start their touring day with excellent food and delicious drinks, be it sweet or savoury.

1. Blanc à Manger

Bakery, Restaurant, Italian, French, American

With a wide and diverse range of burgers, including those which customers can build with ingredients of their own choosing, and a bakery catering to the sweet-toothed, Blanc à Manger promises to be an enjoyable stop off on any Sicilian holiday. With a great variety of cakes, cheesecakes, cupcakes and cookies, Blanc à Manger is sure to please.

2. Mantegna

Mantegna

Established in 1946, Mantegna is a household name in Catania when it comes to patisseries. They specialize in all that is sweet, along with hot drinks such as tea and hot chocolate, but they also serve aperitivo and cocktails for those looking for an extra boost during the day or after dinner. Amongst their products are Sicilian specialities too: cannoli, cassata, and torrone (even the ice-cream variant).

via Etnea 350, Catania, Italy, +39 095 311918

3. Cortile Capuana

Restaurant, Italian

Located in the heart of Catania, Cortile Capuana is one of the most beloved destinations for Sunday brunches. It offers a buffet with a diverse selection of food; the perfect choice to kick-start a touristy day after a night out or a big sleep-in. As the name of the restaurant suggests, customers are accommodated in a courtyard, with simple, rustic decor and wonderful plants adorning the external walls.

4. Coffee Break

Coffee Shop, Coffee

With an early opening time, Coffee Break is the perfect bar for those who are up at the crack of dawn. Whether touring or heading off to other destinations, tourists who want to make the best of their time in Catania should definitely try out Coffee Break. A wide range of food is on offer, including pastries and hot drinks for breakfast as well as quick bites for lunch.

5. Flora Café

Flora Café

Located in Arcireale, a village in the province of Catania, Flora Café offers a wide selection of food including delectable pizza, wonderful buffets and excellent piadinas. They host live music events on a regular basis, making for a great party atmosphere. They open pretty early, so it is a great place for breakfast and brunch too.

via Sclafani 40, Arcireale, Catania, Italy, +39 095 7651874

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