Materia | Spazio Cucina

We visited Materia as a group of 4 people. The restaurant is hidden in a small alley. To get in, you just have to ring. The dining room is very minimalistic and clean! The food was very good. Our Waitress, Vanessa, was very friendly and had a good thorough knowledge of their wine list. She helped us to always make the right choices for the wine pairings. She also recommended wineries to visit for tastings. All in all we had an excellent evening! Thank You!

Our experience at Materia was good, though it didn't quite reach the highest expectations, especially considering the prices. The team was kind and accommodating though. We chose the fish tasting menu with wine pairing, which showcased delicious and beautifully presented dishes but not as special we had hoped for. A couple of dishes were over-seasoned, with one needing to be replaced, and there was no background story shared about the ingredients and what made them special. Service had a few slips too. Note that there are communal tables, offering less privacy unless you're with a large group.

Tonight, our dinner became a quiet celebration of land, craft, and memory at Materia – Spazio Cucina. A menu deeply rooted in Sicily’s soil and soul — from beef carpaccio like a fùata with grilled sardine sauce and confit tomatoes, to smoky BBQ leek with Trunzo cabbage cream and Sicilian gremolada; ravioli filled with pannicolo & Marsala ragù; and braised brisket with hazelnut, mustard, and the brightness of salmoriglio. Our finale: ‘U Turruni’ — a tender layering of chocolate, hazelnut nougat, buttermilk ice cream, marjoram, and orange crunch. All of it cradled in a space that honors preservation, seasonality, and small producers — with a special natural Etna Rosso from Azienda Agricola Sciara in hand, and the scent of citrus lingering in the air. What made it even more special was the attentiveness of the staff — gentle, present, and never intrusive. The quiet care in every detail, the ease of the setting, the simplicity and integrity of it all — it allowed the food, the story, and the moment to truly speak. ✨ Sicily, in every texture and taste. We shall return — not just for the flavors, but for the feeling: of being grounded, welcomed, and quietly transformed. Some places feed you far beyond the plate — and never let you go.❤️

Amazing experience! We came here for dinner last night and we couldn’t be happier. We had the beef tartare, the leek, the dumpling, the ombrino and the pannacota and everything was delicious. Superb - We were very surprised by the tartare. The balance of flavors was very elegant. Also the dish was visually stunning. Superb - The dumplings were delicious! Full of flavor but in the right proportion. The sauce… omg! Superb - the Crispy Sea Bass, Sweet and Sour Sauce, BBQ Purple Cabbage was probably our favorite for the night. Original, elegant, tasty and delicious. Probably our favorite from the night. It was a unique experience. We really enjoyed the unique flavors, the ambiance and the service. We will come back for sure!

A charming venue in the historic center of Catania. The welcoming and intimate atmosphere allows guests to fully immerse themselves in the culinary experience offered by Chef Bianca. The fresh ingredients fully integrated into the restaurant decor, highlight the restaurant's concept: the enhancement of high-quality raw materials. "Materia Spazio Cucina" is indeed a restaurant that gives voice to each individual ingredient. From vegetables to pasta, continuing with mains, and ending with unique and unexpected desserts, among which I personally recommend the “mandarino”. I strongly suggest anyone who wants to fully savor local ingredients and be spoiled, to book a dinner here

If you're after an authentic Sicilian meal, Materia Spazio Cucina offers just that. Led by Chef Bianca Celano, the restaurant stays true to traditional Sicilian flavors while adding her own creative touch. The dishes are full of bold, vibrant flavors, offering a fresh take on classic recipes. Everything is made with locally sourced ingredients, from fresh seafood to sun-ripened vegetables, giving you a taste of Sicily’s natural bounty. Even the plates are from local households, adding to the authentic feel of the place. For anyone wanting a genuine Sicilian experience, Materia Spazio Cucina is worth checking out—it’s a true reflection of the island’s flavors and traditions.

The food is good. It's not any big surprise, but you enjoy tasfull dishes. We ordered the seafood tasting menu which is light and pleasant. The dining area is situated on the 1st floor of a hotel in a totaly enclosed indoor area that is on the verge of being unpleasant. This should change. Service is great in the restaurant, but terrible in the hotel reception.

The dine in the kitchen experience with wine pairing is incredible here! Chef Bianca really champions local produce, and honour traditions without being boring, often introducing inspiration from other cuisine but never veering too far from the Sicilian culture and land that she loves. The service was attentive but not suffocating, they’re always happy to answer any questions if you’re keen to hear more about each dish. It felt more like an exchange of experience (some dishes reminded me of my own upbringing in Asia), and less of a transactional meal. Thank you for taking such good care of us team Material, we loved every moment!