Sicilian Food By The Sea

Within the 3′ stone walls of a 16th century building in the heart of Cefalu lives Le Chat Noir with its breath-taking terrace perched atop the rocks on the northern coastline of Sicily.

A family-run business, this trattoria first greets you with their stone arches where you can enjoy their delicious food in peace made from local farmers and butchers.  Venture forward, and you will be met with an expansive terrace along the rocks of the northern shore, with sunset views on the Mediterranean.

90015 Cefalu, Sicily
Italy
 

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