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Where to eat in Naples: Best pizza’s & pasta’s

From legendary pizzerias to hidden pasta gems, discover the top spots for authentic Neapolitan flavours.

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Wondering where to eat in Naples? You’re in luck. This southern Italian city is the birthplace of pizza and a pasta paradise. The food here is some of the best you’ll taste anywhere in the world. Naples isn’t about fancy Michelin-star dining (though you’ll find that too). It’s about wood-fired ovens, fresh mozzarella, simple ingredients cooked to perfection. Many spots are family-run and have been serving the same recipes for generations. I’ve eaten my way through the city more times than I can count, and these are my top picks for pizza, pasta, and everything in between.

1. L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele

Let’s start with the most famous pizzeria in Naples. Da Michele has been slinging pies since 1870, and they keep things gloriously simple: just two pizzas on the menu, Margherita and Marinara. The dough is soft and chewy with those characteristic charred bubbles (leopard spotting, if you want to get technical), the tomato sauce is sweet and tangy, and the mozzarella melts into creamy pools. It’s the kind of pizza that ruins you for anywhere else.

Arrive early (before noon) or late afternoon to dodge the queues. Lunchtime and early evening get absolutely rammed, especially in summer. The queue moves fairly quickly though, so don’t be too discouraged.

2. Pizzeria Starita

This is where Julia Roberts ate pizza in Eat Pray Love, but don’t let that put you off. Starita has been making exceptional pizza since 1901, and they’re credited with inventing the fried pizza (pizza fritta).

The regular pizzas are fantastic, but the fried version is something special. It’s folded, stuffed with ricotta, provola cheese, and cicoli (pork crackling), then deep-fried until golden and crispy. Messy, indulgent, absolutely delicious.

3. 50 Kalò

For something slightly more contemporary, head to 50 Kalò. Chef Ciro Salvo is a master pizza maker who puts serious thought into ingredients and fermentation times. The result? Light, digestible pizza with incredible flavour.

The restaurant itself is more polished than your typical Neapolitan pizzeria, and they have an excellent wine list. It’s a great choice if you want top-quality pizza in a more refined setting.

The Margarita is superb, but the Parmigiana pizza (topped with fried aubergine, tomato, mozzarella, parmesan, and basil) is a revelation.

4. Concettina ai Tre Santi

Out in the Sanità neighbourhood, this family-run pizzeria is worth the short trip from the centre. The Oliva family has been making pizza for generations, and Ciro (the current pizzaiolo) is passionate about his craft.

The pizza is excellent and the neighbourhood vibe is more local and less touristy. You’ll see Neapolitans queuing alongside visitors, which is always a good sign.

What to order? Try the Cosacca, a Sanità speciality with tomato, pecorino, pepper, and lard. It sounds heavy but it’s beautifully balanced.

5. Tandem Ragù

Now let’s talk pasta. Tandem specialises in one thing: Ragù. This isn’t the quick Bolognese you throw together on a weeknight. This is the real Neapolitan version, slow-cooked for hours until the meat falls apart.

The restaurant is small and unpretentious, and the menu focuses on different ragù preparations. You can have it with pasta (obviously), as a sauce for meatballs, or even as a topping for pizza.

What to order in my opinion? The genovese (a beef and onion ragù) with rigatoni is incredible. Rich, sweet, and utterly comforting. Also try the traditional Neapolitan ragù with maccheroni.

6. La Campagnola

This is where locals go for exceptional pasta dishes and classic Neapolitan cooking. It’s a proper trattoria with checked tablecloths, friendly service, and food that tastes like someone’s nonna made it. Everything here is good, from the pasta e patate to the seafood dishes. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable, especially considering the quality. Don’t miss the parmigiana di melanzane (aubergine parmigiana) if it’s on the menu as a starter.

Lunch is the main meal here. Get there by 1pm or book ahead.

7. Osteria da Carmela

Another fantastic spot for traditional Neapolitan pasta. Carmela’s place is cosy and welcoming, with a daily-changing menu based on what’s fresh at the market.

The pasta is handmade and the sauces are proper old-school recipes. This is home cooking at its finest, served in a warm, family atmosphere. Try the pasta e ceci (pasta with chickpeas), a Neapolitan comfort food classic. Or the scialatielli ai frutti di mare if you fancy seafood.

8. Pizzeria di Matteo

Back to pizza, and this time to a place that’s been feeding Naples since 1936. Di Matteo is famous for its pizza a portafoglio (wallet pizza), where a whole Margherita is folded into quarters so you can eat it while walking. It’s cheap, it’s cheerful, and it’s absolutely delicious. Even Bill Clinton stopped by when he visited Naples (there are photos to prove it).

What to order? Get a pizza a portafoglio to go, or sit down for a proper Margherita or Marinara. The fried snacks (like arancini and crocchè) are also excellent.

Naples has plenty more fantastic places to eat, but these will give you an excellent taste of what the city does best. When you’re deciding where to eat in Naples, follow the locals, don’t be afraid of the simple-looking places, and come hungry.

The food here is honest, generous, and unforgettable. 🍕

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