Ristorante Pizzeria Bar new Venus
A Sicilian restaurant steeped in history, once a sanctuary to Venus, now serving pizzas and pastas with a unique medieval charm.
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Ristorante Pizzeria Bar new Venus
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Must-see attractions
A Sicilian restaurant steeped in history, once a sanctuary to Venus, now serving pizzas and pastas with a unique medieval charm.
"Enjoy one of the best pizzas you've had in a while, served in a historically significant setting."
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Many reviewers suggest ordering pizza for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Watch Your Bill
Be aware of potential pricing discrepancies and a potentially high 'coperto' (service charge).
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Sicilian, Pizza, Seafood
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+39 0923 869477
Address
Via Conte Agostino Pepoli, 53, 91016 Erice TP, Italy
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Exceptional Pizza
Experience some of the best pizzas, with generous toppings and a satisfying crust that diners rave about.
Historical Ambiance
Dine within a medieval town that was once a fortified structure and a sanctuary to the goddess Venus.
Generous Pasta Portions
Indulge in pasta dishes featuring an abundance of ingredients, like a rich burrata atop a flavorful pasta.
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Order the Pizza
Many reviewers suggest ordering pizza for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Watch Your Bill
Be aware of potential pricing discrepancies and a potentially high 'coperto' (service charge).
Visit Off-Peak
To avoid crowds and ensure better service, consider visiting during quieter, off-peak hours.
Ask About Bill Splitting
Splitting the bill might elicit an annoyed reaction from staff.
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Order the Pizza
Many reviewers suggest ordering pizza for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Watch Your Bill
Be aware of potential pricing discrepancies and a potentially high 'coperto' (service charge).
Visit Off-Peak
To avoid crowds and ensure better service, consider visiting during quieter, off-peak hours.
Ask About Bill Splitting
Splitting the bill might elicit an annoyed reaction from staff.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Ristorante Pizzeria Bar new Venus garners mixed reviews, with many praising its delicious and generously topped pizzas at affordable prices. However, some diners have encountered issues with service, pricing discrepancies, and even poorly cooked pizzas. The historical setting offers a unique ambiance, but consistency in food preparation and service seems to be a recurring concern for some patrons.
"Good pizza for afordable price. Don't understand the bad reviews."
Kevin Verweij
"Had one of the best pastas in my life here. With pancetta, mushrooms, pistacchios and an entire burrata on top. Delicious! Also the pizzas looked really good. One of us had the seafood pizza and she needed to look for the pizza because there was soooo mich stuff on it. For the portion size it is rather on the cheap side for the area. We did however get a bit of an annoyed look when we asked to split the bill."
Daniel Jirovec
"Had dinner here during the off season (mid-October). The food was good. We were 1 of 3 groups there. It was pretty quiet. I waned a beer but they literally only had 1 beer. So my husband got the one beer and I just ordered wine. We ordered 2 pizzas, 1 beer, and a bottle of wine. The wine was good. The service was ok. The coperto was pricy."
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant is primarily known for its pizzas, which many consider to be among the best they've had, with generous toppings.
While many praise the pizza, some reviews mention issues with the dough being burnt or raw, and an overpowering spice blend.
Some diners have enjoyed pasta dishes, noting generous portions and unique ingredient combinations, like burrata on pasta.
Service reviews are mixed, with some describing it as quick and friendly, while others report annoyed or unfriendly staff, especially when asking to split the bill.
Visiting during off-peak hours is recommended to avoid crowds and ensure a quieter, potentially better service experience.
Some customers have reported pricing discrepancies and a high 'coperto' (service charge) that felt unwarranted.
Yes, the restaurant is located in a medieval town that was once a fortified structure and a sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Venus.
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