About us

Pizzeria Venere was established in Acitrezza in July 2022 with the aim of serving a delicious, fragrant pizza made from select flours and fresh ingredients from Sicily. In 2026, we relocated to Acireale the hometown of our owner and pizzaiolo, Alfio Thomas Caramma to bring our unique product to the local area. Our highly digestible and distinctive dough is truly one-of-a-kind; never replicated by others, it is the result of meticulous care and a genuine passion for "Contemporary Pizza." Our restaurant offers a warm, family-friendly atmosphere that is perfect for a meal with friends or loved ones. We are committed every day to delivering quality, flavor, and service that caters to the needs of every customer.

At Pizzeria Venere, we select fresh, local ingredients to create pizzas with an authentic Sicilian flavor. Our slow rising dough ensures lightness and digestibility without ever compromising on taste. We welcome every customer into a friendly, family like atmosphere, where quality and hospitality always come first.

As you browse our menu, you will discover our fantastic pizzas, sandwiches, hearty salads, and aperitifs all named after Greco-Roman deities.

Sicily served as a vast mythological laboratory where Greek and Roman deities merged with indigenous cults. The island's myths (such as the abduction of Persephone) fostered a strong cultural identity, while the arrival of Rome merely superimposed Latin names onto deeply rooted Greek traditions.

The association of these names with our dishes is never random; each reflects a link or logical connection such as "Zeus" (our version of the "Capricciosa" pizza), which highlights the parallel with the capricious Father of the Gods.

This culinary journey extends the same thematic approach to the sandwiches, large salads, and aperitifs; the dishes are named after planets viewed not merely as celestial bodies, but as archetypes rich in symbolic meaning. Each planet embodies a unique energy a subtle quality that cultural and philosophical traditions have long recognized as capable of resonating with the depths of the human subconscious. The culinary creations offered here translate these energies into sensory experiences: flavors, aromas, and textures become vehicles for inner impressions, evoking moods, memories, and intuitions. Thus, the experience of taste intertwines with a more intimate, contemplative dimension, where the dish serves not only as nourishment but also as a symbol and a story. Each preparation is designed to reflect the character of its associated planet at times vigorous and solar, at others introspective and lunar, or dynamic and fiery. In this dialogue between the heavens and the table, cuisine becomes a poetic language, capable of touching the most delicate chords of the imagination and guiding the guest on a journey that is simultaneously sensory and internal.

Pizzeria Venere: an award-winning Italian gem

In 2023–2024, Pizzeria Venere received the prestigious "Eccellenze Italiane" (Italian Excellence) award in the restaurant sector a distinction that celebrates our daily commitment to quality and authentic Italian culinary traditions. This significant milestone confirms our status among Italy's top 100 pizzerias, an achievement that fills us with pride and one we wish to share with every customer who walks through our doors.

The award is the result of an unrelenting pursuit of perfection: carefully selected ingredients sourced from trusted local producers and small-scale artisans come together with a meticulously crafted, long-fermented dough that is light and highly digestible. Each pizza is born from a blend of technique, passion, and respect for natural timing, delivering a flavor experience that is balanced, aromatic, and instantly recognizable from the very first bite.

The Pizzeria Venere experience is rounded out by the quality of our service: attentive yet unobtrusive hospitality, a knowledgeable and helpful staff, an environment where every detail is carefully curated, and a warm, refined atmosphere designed to make every guest the focus of a unique culinary journey. Choosing Pizzeria Venere means placing your trust in an establishment that has made customer care and culinary excellence its hallmarks.

We invite both our regular customers and new guests to discover what makes Pizzeria Venere a standout on the national scene: a pizzeria of excellence where tradition, innovation, and authenticity blend in every detail—from the initial greeting at the table to the very last bite of pizza.

Your go-to pizzeria

Choosing Pizzeria Venere means enjoying the authentic pizza experience in Acireale. We select only fresh, high-quality ingredients, prioritizing traditional Sicilian products and local specialties. Our high-hydration dough is prepared daily using a long fermentation process (at least 72 hours) to ensure a pizza that is light, easy to digest, and full of flavor.