The story
Tucked away on Via Plebiscito in Catania, Dal Tenerissimo is a no-frills spot that has earned a devoted following for one thing: horse meatball sandwiches. The venue holds a respectable 4.2-star rating, and creator Franchino Er Criminale doesn’t hold back, declaring it “the best horse meatball sandwich in Catania.” In his review, he praises the big, succulent meatballs and perfect cooking, noting the decent bread rounds out the experience. He awards it a solid 9.
This is street-food advocacy at its most precise—a single dish, the Panino con Polpette di Cavallo, executed with such confidence that it defines the place. Marked as both a local spot and tourist-friendly, Dal Tenerissimo embodies traditional Catania eating: unpretentious, direct, and deeply satisfying. If you’re after that one sandwich worth crossing town for, this is it.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
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Reviewers rave about the singular standout, the succulent Panino con polpette di cavallo, praising its rich, gamey flavor. The overall vibe is one of rustic, unpretentious warmth, making Dal Tenerissimo a beloved neighborhood gem.
“This is the best one. The meatballs are the biggest, the most succulent, the cooking is perfect — slightly pink inside, creamy when you bite into it. The bread is decent, a middle ground between the first and the second. The salmoriglio soaks into the bread and makes it creamy. I'd give it a solid 9. If the bread were as good as the first place's, it could be a 9.5.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Dal Tenerissimo. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
The best horse meatball sandwich in Catania according to the creator. Big, succulent meatballs, perfect cooking, decent bread. A solid 9.
Dishes mentioned
Panino con Polpette di Cavallo
This is the best one. The meatballs are the biggest, the most succulent, the cooking is perfect — slightly pink inside, creamy when you bite into it. The bread is decent, a middle ground between the first and the second. The salmoriglio soaks into the bread and makes it creamy. I'd give it a solid 9. If the bread were as good as the first place's, it could be a 9.5.
