Where to find it
L'Horloge is located on Via Santa Filomena, in the heart of Catania. The location is strategic: just a few steps from Via Etnea, Via Umberto, and the Villa Bellini, making it perfect for tourists exploring on foot who want to stop for a quality meal without straying from the city center.
The experience
If you are looking for an excellent pistachio pasta dish, the spaghettoni at this spot are absolutely unmissable. I can say this with certainty: it is my favorite pistachio pasta in the city. My expectations were high, but the result exceeded them all.
The heart of the matter: tasting the pistachio
The first thing that strikes you is the texture: the sauce is incredibly creamy and rich, yet contains no cream. It is all thanks to a skillful technique that works the pistachio paste until it becomes velvety. But it is the flavor that makes the difference. The pistachio taste is strong and authentic, with all its natural notes clearly defined, free from the cloying or artificial coatings often found elsewhere. The shrimp add an extra flavor accent, creating a savory contrast that cleanses the palate and further enhances the intensity of the green gold.
Practical tips
L'Horloge is one of the unmissable stops for anyone wanting to eat the best pistachio in Catania. Beyond the pasta, the menu offers other excellent options: I highly recommend the sandwiches (especially the one with salmon and pistachio!), but the meat dishes and focaccias are also worth your attention. If you are in the area, do yourself a favor and order the spaghettoni: you won't regret it.
