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Hours
Mon
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tue
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wed
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thu
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Fri
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sat
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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4.5
Travelers' Choice 2024
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PRICE RANGE
$21.00 – $64.00
CUISINES
Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, Sicilian, Southern-Italian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
meals, features
Menu
Longarico – all’ombra dei pini
Alcamo (tp) - catarratto 100% - un vino spumante metodo classico prodotto da uve catarratto allevate in altura, affinamento in botti di rovere francese per 8 mesi in ossidazione, presa di spuma in giugno ed affinamento per 18 mesi sui lieviti.
€40
Alessandro viola – metodo classico
Catarratto 100% - spumante metodo classico da uve catarratto 100%, affina per un 90% in acciaio ed un 10% in barrique di rovere.
€40
Murgo – metodo classico
€35
Castellucci milano – brut terre siciliane IGP
Catarratto 100% - vino spumante
€30
Does this restaurant allow dogs or considered pet friendly?
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About
Sin dal 1996, Ai Normanni è il luogo in cui adoriamo il cibo, prenderci il nostro tempo e goderci i sapori delle ricette autentiche della nostra infanzia. Il nostro menu offre piatti tradizionali siciliani, nel cuore di uno dei quartieri più vivaci del centro storico di Palermo, tra Palazzo Reale e Ballarò. Siamo orgogliosi di offrire un menu che celebra i valori artigianali e i prodotti della nostra terra. Vogliamo accompagnarvi in un percorso tra memoria, tradizione e innovazione, tra ricerca e istinto. Marilena e Marco
PRICE RANGE
$21.00 – $64.00
CUISINES
Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, Sicilian, Southern-Italian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Dog Friendly, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
870 reviews
Excellent
583
Very good
171
Average
58
Poor
27
Terrible
31
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Favorite Review
Aug 2023 • couples
Very good food and excellent and friendly service in a historic atmosphere. The place is beautiful inside and the plates are typical Sicilian
Written August 31, 2023
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Aug 2020 • family
Excellent value, very tasty food. I’ll go back next time I’m in Palermo. I had the excellent pasta spigola and the codfish dish in orange sauce that makes you feel you’re somewhere special. Good wine suggestion at reasonable prices. Highly recommended.
Written August 26, 2020
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trattoriaainormanni
Thank you for sharing your feedback, both constructive and positive. Thank you for the kind words regarding your experience. We are continually trying to improve the variety and quality of food items that we offer. We do hope to have you here in the near future.
Warmest regards,
Marilena & Marco
Written August 27, 2020
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MsFlossy
Ireland
Jun 2022 • couples
We truly loved our meal here. The food was absolutely delicious, and I loved the sous vide squid and the seafood cous cous in broth - thankful for the bread that meant we could enjoy the last of the broth. The waiting staff (two male waiters and a female front of house) were warm and friendly, and the chef came out and said hello to the guests. The other guests were a mix of locals and visitors. One of the waiters, who said he was a Sicilian native, convinced me to try a glass of wine; I’m a non wine drinker but the wine was very nice. This was our favourite meal in Palermo, both for the food and the welcome, and only wish we had time for a second visit during our vacation. We would definitely recommend.
Written June 28, 2022
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Kciff
Fox Island
Feb 2020 • none
This is not the ordinary cuisine but has some special preparations and added ingredients that make it stand out. The price is fairly high compared to other places. But give the food, decor, and location it was expected. A good place for a special dinner.
Written February 20, 2020
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trattoriaainormanni
Dear Customer,
we are really pleased to read your review. Thank you for taking time to give us a feedback.
We do hope to have you here again for a very special dinner.
Wish you all the best,
Marilena & Marco
Written February 27, 2020
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Sarah T
Oxford
Feb 2020 • none
Beautiful pasta dishes with just the perfect fish flavours coming through. My dining partner loved the cassatina so much he beamed - which is a very hard thing to make happen! My chocolatey dessert was also pretty much perfect. Would return anytime, if in Palermo!
Written February 21, 2020
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trattoriaainormanni
Dear Customer
we appreciate your kind words about your lunch and our dessert!
Thank you very much for staying with us and I hope to see you back in the future.
Warmest regards,
Marilena & Marco
Written February 27, 2020
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Giusi_M.
Province of Palermo
Dec 2021 • friends
Ottime pietanze, organoletticamente perfette, sapori delicati che si sposano con i migliori sentori Siciliani. Una cucina perfetta, un delirio per il palato.
I surely suggest this restaurant, here you can find the perfect expression on the Sicilian taste associated with seasonal foods. Very good food, delicious!
Written December 17, 2021
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Marilena e Marco
Carissima Viaggio1giusibetter,
speriamo presto voglia ripetere l'esperienza nel nostro ristorante. Saremo felici di accoglierla e coccolarla con le nostre pietanze.
Grazie per la sua recensione.
Un caro saluto.
Marilena e Marco
Written December 4, 2022
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Apr 2022 • none
It was difficult to get a table but well worth it.
When we arrived the place was buzzing, a great atmosphere.
We were warmly welcomed by the owners and then shown to our table by a friendly waiter.
Our food was outstanding, nice breads accompanied by top quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar, the memorable and refreshing octopus starter, then I had a beautiful risotto and my wife the seared tuna.
As far as we were concerned everything was almost flawless.
The only thing that we did not like was that the menu was only available online and not in printed form.
We were too full for dessert, but they insisted on giving us (no charge!) their homemade orange/ginger/cinnamon digestif, lovely it was too.
All-in-all a really nice family run restaurant.
Highly recommended.
Written April 9, 2022
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turgonuk
Chorley
Apr 2023 • couples
First the bad points: the only beer they had was Peroni. That was it. Fine if you like Peroni. Secondly the whole menu (including drinks and wine list) was only online (QR code). I don’t mind this at airport bars, but at proper restaurants I like to browse thru the wines they have on offer.
But overall the food was good quality, reasonable portions and not overpriced. The service was friendly and efficient too.
Tip: the fries side was a big enough for two.
Generally recommended although the atmosphere in this basement type room is slightly lacking, the decor and artwork do help.
Written April 5, 2023
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Jul 2023 • couples
We used a Smartbox package at this elegant restaurant, attracted by the excellent reviews, which we totally agree with. The voucher gave us the opportunity to taste traditional Sicilian starters, first and second courses, excellently presented and of excellent quality. To underline the courtesy and professionalism of the owner and the staff, especially the waiter Vincenzo.
Written August 11, 2023
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Laura D
Milan
Mar 2024 • couples
We found it by chance, and following our instinct we entered. We were seated by the owner, a very distinguished and polite person, who was able to advise us and delighted us with the essentially simple, traditional but innovative and well-presented dishes. It was a wonderful experience, just what we wanted. The food was good and the place was beautiful, essential and with excellent attention to detail. Well done
Written March 31, 2024
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Apr 2024 • friends
We are welcomed by the welcoming and elegant smile of the owner who reflects and represents the personality of the place: traditional recipes prepared with care and a touch of tasty innovation presented on the plate like works of art. Bright and harmonious colours, fresh and quality flavours. An experience to absolutely try, try again and recommend to everyone!
Written April 14, 2024
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Nov 2023 • friends
I was fascinated by the care taken in the service, in the choice of raw materials (all of excellent quality), in the furnishings.
The dishes were excellent, with an intense but not excessive flavor, with attention to the smallest detail.
A special mention for the dining room staff.
If I were to pass through Palermo again I will definitely stop by again.
Written December 8, 2023
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Mar 2024 • family
An excellent restaurant where you are welcomed with great care by the owners who recommend their excellent and varied typical cuisine. Honest prices for a splendid setting and refined cuisine.
It's the restaurant that makes you long to return to Palermo.
Written March 31, 2024
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Sep 2023 • friends
Excellent quality food, prepared and presented with great care and creativity by the chef, Marco, owner of this small restaurant. The choice of wines was also very interesting, recommended directly by the owner Marilena, who welcomed us with kindness and friendliness. Thank you.
Written October 28, 2023
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aistelikestotravel
Strasbourg
Dec 2022 • none
We stopped here for lunch after visiting the Royal Palace and were not disappointed. We had some excellent fish and sea food dishes, as well as traditional Sicilian pasta, and everything was simply delicious. Definitely recommend it!
Written February 19, 2023
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