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Al Cappero
The terrace of this small agriturismo and restaurant is a good spot for an aperitif in Pollara, the seaside village where Il Postino was filmed in 1995 and which has the most stunning sunset viewing in all of Salina. For...
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Capotavolo
The restaurant at the Capofaro Resort is run in collaboration with the Niko Romito Culinary School, giving youngsters studying to become chefs a chance to test their skills. A professional chef oversees the operations, of course, and on a recent...
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Da Alfredo
Every local will tell you to not leave Salina without trying a granita from Alfredo's, in the small seaside community of Lingua. I was skeptical (it sounds touristy) until the icy concoction, topped with strawberries and cream arrived on the...
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Hotel Signum
The restaurant terrace of this boutique hotel, tucked into the tiny town of Malfa, is one of the most glorious settings in the Aeolians for lunch or dinner. Tucked into lush gardens, it juts out over the sea, making for...
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Il Gambero
This casual, family run restaurant in Lingua is a good choice for lunch. Run by Italian-Australian owners, it's focused on seafood and homemade pasta. Tables are set up on an al fresco patio with sea views. After lunch, head over...
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Raya
The bad news first: during the high season, this is a total scene complete with bouncers and icy model-type hostesses. You can make a reservation to be first-row on the terrace but chances are, a long-time regular will end up...
Aeolian Islands

Expect island prices, especially on popular Salina and Panarea, but also delicious, fresh seafood. Even restaurants that have been around forever and are known the world over deliver (for the most part). During June, July and August, a reservation at the popular places are musts. Dining hours are typical south Europe: 1:30-3 for lunch and expect to dine alone before 9pm for dinner.