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MEC Restaurant in Palermo offers a unique dining experience that combines traditional Sicilian flavors with contemporary culinary techniques. The ambiance is elegant and refined, featuring a collection of Apple memorabilia that adds a distinctive touch. The attentive and professional staff further enhances the overall experience.

MEC Restaurant Palermo: Sicilian Innovation Meets Iconic Inspiration in the Heart of Palermo Italy's culinary scene has a hidden gem at Via Vittorio Emanuele, where MEC Restaurant stands out as a beacon of creativity and refined taste. This Michelin-starred establishment offers more than a meal — it is a journey through innovative Sicilian flavors intertwined with a unique homage to technology icon Steve Jobs.

Nestled inside a historic palazzo, MEC Restaurant captivates visitors with its elegant ambiance and vibrant cultural fusion. The dining area features displays of Apple products and memorabilia that celebrate the visionary Steve Jobs, creating a chic and thought-provoking atmosphere that complements the culinary artistry. Guests savor inventive dishes such as Sicilian caponata transformed into a creamy sauce shaped like the Apple logo, accented with grated Modica chocolate — a perfect blend of tradition and modernity.

MEC’s menu is a celebration of Sicilian ingredients elevated by culinary innovation. From the delicate sea scallops appetizer to the perfectly chewy Giro Giro Tondo pasta filled with fresh seafood, each plate is crafted to surprise and delight. The chef’s skill shines in dishes like the tender chicken breast main, where precise techniques transform a challenging cut into a memorable feast. Desserts continue the culinary narrative with refreshing jellies and a progression of sweet treats served on iconic apple-shaped plates.

Guests consistently praise MEC for its attentive and warm service, describing the hospitality as "next level." The intimate yet modern setting, with gentle lighting and carefully arranged tables, creates the perfect backdrop for a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience. Whether it's a special celebration or a casual evening, the restaurant’s staff ensure every guest leaves with a smile and lasting memories. The vantage point from the balcony overlooking the bustling piazza adds a charming touch to the overall vibe.

What are the operating hours of MEC Restaurant?

 MEC Restaurant operates from Monday to Saturday, 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. It is closed on Sundays.

 Yes, MEC Restaurant offers a vegetarian menu priced at €80 per person.

 Yes, reservations can be made through TheFork platform.

 Yes, MEC Restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

Does the restaurant offer gluten-free options?

 Yes, gluten-free options are available at MEC Restaurant.

MEC Restaurant is highly regarded for its innovative Sicilian cuisine, attentive service, and unique setting within a historic palazzo.

 Diners frequently praise the creative reinterpretations of traditional Sicilian dishes, the immersive ambiance featuring a tribute to Steve Jobs, and the exceptional hospitality that makes every visit a memorable occasion.

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Nestled in the heart of Palermo, **MEC Restaurant** is not just a dining destination; it's an experience that marries culinary excellence with a unique ambiance. Located at Via Vittorio Emanuele, this Michelin-starred gem offers a feast for the senses, where each dish tells a story and every corner is adorned with a tribute to the tech visionary, Steve Jobs. Imagine dining surrounded by vintage Apple products, creating a nostalgic yet modern atmosphere that enhances your meal.

At MEC, the menu is a celebration of Sicilian flavors, crafted with a contemporary twist. Start your culinary journey with the **sea scallops**, perfectly seared to maintain their delicate texture, served with a creamy sauce that enhances their natural sweetness. For the main course, indulge in the **Giro Giro Tondo pasta**, a delightful dish that showcases fresh seafood enveloped in a perfectly al dente pasta, offering a harmonious blend of flavors that dance on your palate.

MEC Restaurant is renowned not only for its exquisite dishes but also for its innovative atmosphere. The restaurant doubles as a museum dedicated to computer science, featuring a collection of iconic Apple products that create a unique dining experience. Each table is thoughtfully arranged to provide an intimate setting, illuminated by gentle lighting that enhances the overall ambiance.

Conveniently located at Via Vittorio Emanuele, MEC is surrounded by some of Palermo's most iconic landmarks. After enjoying a meal, take a leisurely stroll to the nearby **Palermo Cathedral** or explore the vibrant **Ballarò Market**, where the colors and aromas of local produce create a sensory feast.

 MEC is celebrated for its Michelin-starred cuisine and unique ambiance that blends fine dining with a tech-inspired atmosphere.

 Visiting MEC offers a unique dining experience that combines exceptional food with a one-of-a-kind ambiance, making it a must-visit for food lovers.

 MEC is open for lunch and dinner, providing ample opportunity to enjoy its culinary offerings.

Whether you're a local or a traveler, make sure to experience the culinary artistry at MEC Restaurant. Reserve your table now and immerse yourself in a dining experience that is as memorable as it is delicious.

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A wonderful restaurant in Palermo. The restaurant setting with multiple Apple products and Steve Jobs looking at you is an experience. The service is very attentive and the wine absolutely delicious. The food is deserving of their Michelin star. Delightful. If I ever come back to Palermo, I will pay a visit again.

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First off, I rarely leave reviews, however my end to end dining experience was so exceptional to the point where I feel compelled to do so! Simply put, the food, the service, the hospitality was simply next level! I own a Boutique Travel Concierge Agency and I' m quite picky all across the board. Found this place to be exceptional on all levels. A hospitality experience that is unforgettable in every way. Do yourself a favour and dine here if you are in Palermo! Just wow!

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I can’t say enough about how fantastic Mec is. The setting is beautiful, but above that, the service and the chef were top notch. The service was super attentive and had me smiling the entire time at how I was just able to relax and enjoy my evening. The chef and kitchen produced the most delicious foods, and kept surprising me throughout the experience. Even compared to all of other the Michelin Star restaurants I’ve been to, this has become the one to give me the best experience and memories. I read through the negative reviews, and honestly, unless you’re an unhappy person in life, you will smile like crazy every second you spend here. Thank you so much!!!

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I have found this restaurant on Michelin’s website and it is quite a surprise to find out that it is also a museum dedicated to computer science and Jobs. The collections of iPhones, old computers and iPads gives the restaurant a quite chilling atmosphere. The settings of tables in four corners, with the gentle lightening behind each table makes each table, seeing from other tables, a nice picture itself. This restaurant boasts inspirations of Sicilian cooking. The tasting plates provides four snacks with the tastes of four kinds of seafoods, which are quite innovative in the de ce of texture and flavour. Four different kinds of breads are offered: Sicilian wheat sour dough bread, long olive flavour stick, a croissant and a brioche. My favourite is the Sicilian sour dough bread combining the apple icon shaped butter with anchovies. The butter is very tasteful and has a good touch of seafood. The first antipasti made from tomato provides a strong contrast of sweetness and sourness. I like the second antipasti, sea scallop. The texture is very creamy and the fresh and thinly sliced scallop provides a smooth feeling. The pasta, Giro Giro Tondo gives a different perspective of pasta. The pasta itself is neither too hard nor too soft, saving a nice texture of chewiness. The seafoods hidden inside the pastas are quite fresh and tasty. The piece of fish on top tastes a bit of fishy smell, but the rest is good. The main dish is made from chicken breast, which according to the restaurant staff is quite a gamble, as chicken breast is not considered as a food that to be put in main dishes in fine dining. I must say the chef’s technics in cooking a chicken breast into a super tender piece is very high, however, the sauce accompanied the chicken breast tastes a little bizarre. I think there is too much rosemary in the sauce and makes the sauce a little bit bitter. The tacos accompanied with the main dish is crispy outside with sweet corns inside. For the desserts, the jellies are quite refreshing, combining sweet and sour flavour. The four apple icon plates offer desserts that increase in their sweetness. My personal favourite is the one on the red apple, it is not too sweet and has a mild sweetness. On the big plate, mangue chops and sorbets are relatively sour, providing a contrast to sweetness of creamy cake. Generally speaking I enjoyed this evening at MEC, and I like the taste experience it has provided. The staffs are very friendly and elegant.

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Food is really good. We had the scallops and the soup as starters, then the risotto and the pasta with oysters and finally the merengue. Everything was delicious, and we appreciated all the amuse-Bouches, pre desert and the cake they gave our friends who were in their honeymoon. The one thing we would change was mainly the room where you eat. The entrance gives you a more intimate vibe, and once you get inside it’s much brighter and less unique - I would change the interior so it matches the exterior  charm.

MEC Restaurant à Palermo : Cuisine italienne authentique et ambiance conviviale

MEC Restaurant is located in a 16th-century palazzo in the heart of Palermo, opposite the cathedral. The restaurant shares space with an exhibition dedicated to Steve Jobs, featuring memorabilia and photographs that recall his professional career. ([guide.michelin.com](https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/sicilia/palermo/restaurant/mec-restaurant?utm_source=openai))

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un site historique et culturel exceptionnel

Le MEC Restaurant ne se contente pas d’être un temple de la gastronomie; il occupe également une place centrale dans le patrimoine historique de Palerme. Situé dans un palais du XVIe siècle, il offre aux visiteurs l’occasion de plonger dans l’histoire architecturale et culturelle de la Sicile, tout en profitant d’un décor chargé d’histoire et d’élégance.

Ce lieu exceptionnel ne se limite pas à sa structure historique. Il est également un espace d’innovation et de mémoire, illustré par une exposition dédiée à Steve Jobs, qui partage la scène avec le restaurant. Ce mariage harmonieux entre la tradition sicilienne et la modernité technologique confère au MEC une identité unique, attirant aussi bien les amateurs de culture que les épicuriens en quête d’expériences authentiques.

Depuis son ouverture en 2015, le MEC Restaurant a connu une croissance remarquable. En 2016, il a reçu sa première étoile Michelin, une reconnaissance de son excellence culinaire. Deux ans plus tard, en 2018, il introduisait des menus dégustation pour offrir une expérience gastronomique complète. L’année 2020 a marqué une étape importante avec l’expansion de sa carte des vins, comprenant plus de 650 références, transformant le lieu en une destination prisée pour les amateurs de vins rares et raffinés. Enfin, en 2022, le restaurant a lancé une collection de souvenirs Apple, mêlant tradition et innovation dans un décor où la culture technologique rencontre l’histoire sicilienne.

Dine In

Restroom

Live Music

Outdoor Seating

Takeout

Delivery

Reservable

Serves Beer

Serves Wine

Serves Lunch

Serves Coffee

Serves Dinner

Serves Dessert

Serves Cocktails

Serves Vegetarian Food

MEC Restaurant in Palermo offers a vibrant dining experience with authentic Sicilian cuisine, set in an eclectic ambiance that celebrates local art and culture. Enjoy a menu filled with traditional dishes and contemporary flair, complemented by a selection of local wines.

MEC Restaurant

Experience a fusion of traditional Sicilian flavors with contemporary culinary techniques at MEC Restaurant in Palermo. Our menu features a selection of meticulously crafted dishes, including innovative starters, main courses, and desserts, all designed to provide a unique dining experience.

Fermento

L'uovo nel nido

Oltre oceano

Toccami

Pittinicchi

Verde acqua

Arriminata

Giro giro tondo

Piccione viaggiatore

All'amo

Sù la cresta

Dall'orto

Formaggi al carrello

Viaggio in messico

Dolci tentazioni

Arlecchino

Anni 70'

MEC Restaurant Menu

Découvrez le menu exceptionnel de MEC Restaurant à Palerme

MEC Restaurant à Palerme vous invite à explorer une expérience culinaire unique qui marie habilement saveurs siciliennes traditionnelles et techniques contemporaines. Notre menu soigneusement élaboré met en avant des plats innovants et sophistiqués, parfaits pour les amateurs de gastronomie en quête de nouvelles sensations.

Commencez votre voyage culinaire avec nos entrées qui éveillent les papilles : Fermento, une création audacieuse à base de citrouille rouge acidulée et douce, agrémentée de miso, ail noir fermenté, et glace à la moutarde, ou l'œuf dans le nid, une délicieuse combinaison d'artichauts, œuf de poule sicilien pochée, et sauce beurre blanc.

Nos plats principaux incarnent la richesse de la cuisine sicilienne revisitée : Pittinicchi, des ziti farcis avec ragout de dimanche, fondue de fromage Ragusano et fenouil sauvage, ou Verne acqua, un risotto exquis aux fruits de mer, citron, huîtres, et gin.

Laissez-vous tenter par nos desserts qui allient créativité et tradition : Piccione viaggiatore, pigeon mijoté au vin rouge, ou la Sù la cresta, poitrine de poulet farcie aux pruneaux, accompagnée d'une gyoza et maïs beurré. Pour une touche rafraîchissante, essayez Viaggio in messico avec ananas, mousse de pistache, et glace Piña Colada.

Accompagnez votre repas avec notre sélection de boissons : vins locaux, cocktails sophistiqués, et eaux aromatisées, ou explorez nos plats spéciaux comme la Formaggi al carrello, un assortiment de fromages siciliens accompagnés de pains, miel, et moutardes.

Découvrez le MEC Restaurant à Palermo, une expérience culinaire italienne authentique dans un cadre convivial. Réservez votre table et succombez aux délices locaux!

MEC Restaurant à Palerme – Cuisine sicilienne authentique

Metropolitan City of Palermo

Over 650 labels of Italian wines and beyond, carefully selected by our sommelier.

Wine List

Vivez une expérience culinaire authentique en plein cœur de Palerme, en Sicile.

Une sélection impressionnante de vins italiens

Chez MEC Restaurant, la carte des vins est un véritable voyage à travers l'Italie, avec plus de 650 labels soigneusement sélectionnés par notre sommelier expert. Qu'il s'agisse d'un rosé léger ou d'un rouge robuste, chaque bouteille promet une dégustation inoubliable.

Que vous soyez amateur de vins locaux ou curieux de découvrir de nouvelles saveurs, la liste de vins de MEC Restaurant est un véritable trésor pour les fins gourmets. La passion du vin et la qualité des sélections en font un incontournable pour tous ceux qui veulent approfondir leur connaissance œnologique dans une ambiance chaleureuse et conviviale.

Located at Via Vittorio Emanuele, 452 in Palermo, Italy, MEC Restaurant offers a unique dining experience that combines innovative Sicilian cuisine with a captivating ambiance. The restaurant is not just a place to eat; it’s a culinary journey that has earned Michelin-star recognition. With its elegant decor featuring Apple memorabilia, diners are treated to an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and inviting. The extensive wine list, boasting over 650 labels, complements the exquisite menu, making it a top choice for food enthusiasts.

MEC Restaurant is ideal for those seeking a memorable dining experience in Palermo, whether for a special occasion or a casual night out.

Innovative fusion of traditional Sicilian flavors with contemporary techniques.

Elegant and refined ambiance with unique Apple memorabilia.

Extensive wine list with over 650 labels.

Higher price point compared to average Palermo restaurants.

Reservations are recommended due to popularity.

MEC Restaurant is perfect for food lovers, couples celebrating special occasions, and anyone looking to indulge in a unique culinary experience.

Reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends.

Parking is limited; consider using public transport.

MEC Restaurant stands out as a premier dining destination in Palermo, offering a blend of exquisite cuisine and an unforgettable atmosphere. While it may come with a higher price tag, the experience is well worth it for those looking to indulge in fine dining. With its Michelin-starred status and a commitment to exceptional service, MEC is a must-visit for anyone in the area.

Sicily Region

Découvrez MEC Restaurant à Palermo, offrant une fusion unique de saveurs siciliennes traditionnelles avec une cuisine contemporaine, dans un cadre élégant.

MEC Restaurant Palermo : Cuisine Sicilienne Innovante

Savourez une expérience culinaire exceptionnelle à MEC Restaurant, avec menu innovant, vins raffinés et ambiance chic dans le centre historique de Palerme.

MEC Restaurant : Dîner étoilé au cœur de Palerme

MEC Restaurant, situé en plein cœur de Palerme, propose une cuisine innovante, une vaste sélection de vins et une ambiance raffinée pour une escapade gastronomique unique.

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