Ristorante Monte San Giuliano

Atmosphere-wise, this is one of Erice's more appealing eateries, entered through a crumbling archway that leads into a cool patio graced with drooping hydrangeas and a canopy of vines. The ample menu of Sicilian meat and fish dishes includes tempting choices like grilled prawns, ricotta-stuffed eggplant and lamb chops with pistachios, though quality tends to be hit-or-miss.