Zia Pina

Located in the Vucciria neighborhood (which was so heavily damaged during World War II that its streets still look a bit ravaged), this is a good place to break for lunch. If you don't speak Italian, it can be a bit intimidating, since it's a local favorite and usually bustling with people. Also, there is no menu, just a quickly dashed-off description of what's fresh today. But if you manage to snag one of the rickety, outdoor tables and order whatever is recommended that day, you are rewarded with flavorful, traditional cooking.