When in Rome, do as the Romans do. When in Naples, eat pizza. If you ever doubted that Neapolitans invented the crusty, cheese-covered pie, the city's pizzerias will take that doubt, beat it into a ball, throw it in the air, spin it on their collective finger, punch it down, cover it with sauce and mozzarella, and serve it alla margherita. Centro Storico is full of excellent choices, especially along Via Tribunali, the pizza corridor of the world.
If you ever doubted the legendary Neapolitan pizza, the city’s pizzerias will take that doubt, beat it into a ball, throw it in the air, spin it on their collective finger, punch it down, cover it ...more
Local seafood enjoys an exalted place in Neapolitan dishes. Devour plentiful cozze (mussels) with lemon or in soup. Savor vongole (clams) in all their glory, and don’t miss their more expensive cousin ...more
Naples’s most beloved pastry is sfogliatelle, filled with sweetened ricotta, orange rind, and candied fruit. It comes in two forms: the popular riccia, a flaky-crust variety, and a softer, crumblier ...more
Gino Sorbillo, V. dei Tribunali 35 (☎ 081 44 66 43; www.sorbillo.eu), Making pizza and children since 1935, Gino Sorbillo has created a dynasty: a family of 21 pizza-making children, several of whom ...more
As many takeout places and cafes line Piazza Garibaldi as do street vendors. Most food here is grab-and-go for travelers on the move, though there are a few sit-down spots for visitors with more time before ...more
The area has its share of touristy cafes, mostly on Via Toledo. Step into the Spanish Quarter's alleys for something more authentic—and for an alternative to pizza, too. Hosteria Toledo, Vicolo Giardinetto ...more
Friggitoria Vomero, V. Domenico Cimarosa 44 (☎ 081 57 83 130), Super-quick, super-cheap, and about as Neapolitan as a place can be, this no-frills fast-food joint fills its flour-dusted display cases ...more
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