Aja Mola

Top choice in Palermo


On-point Aja Mola is among Palermo's top seafood eateries. The interior's smart, subtle take on a nautical theme is reflected in the open kitchen, which eschews stock-standard cliches for modern, creative dishes. The result: appetite-piquing options like teriyaki-style tartare with caperberries, or surf-turf tagliolini pasta with succulent shrimps and pork jowl. Bar seating available; ideal for solo diners. Book ahead.


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