The story
On Via Plebiscito, Carlo V has earned its stripes as a famous braciere in Catania, drawing fans of grilled meats. Reviewer Franchino Er Criminale, in his "Polpette di cavallo criminali CATANIA" segment, gave the spot a strong 9 minus, praising the quality of the meat and the cooking technique. Yet he found the bread disappointingly gummy, a small but notable flaw that kept the experience from perfection.
The standout dish, a Panino con Polpette di Cavallo, exemplifies the venue’s no-frills, buzzy street-food appeal. Franchino’s critique centers on that singular letdown: the bread fails to match the high standard of the fillings. For a local spot with so much going for it, that gummy bun is the one hitch in an otherwise stellar meal.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
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Carlo V’s standout is the Panino con polpette di cavallo, a singularly praised dish that wins hearts. The overall vibe is warm and inviting, with a focused, comforting menu that delights.
“The meat here is a step above the first place — the meatball is cooked perfectly, the seasoning is great, you can taste the garlic in pieces. But the bread is gummy, it's not crunchy like the first one. Overall, the combination of meat and cooking is better, but the bread brings it down. I'd give it a 9 minus, because the bread is not good enough for a 9.”
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1 creator has covered Carlo V. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
A famous braciere on Via Plebiscito, with great meat and cooking, but the bread is gummy and lets it down. A 9 minus.
Dishes mentioned
Panino con Polpette di Cavallo
The meat here is a step above the first place — the meatball is cooked perfectly, the seasoning is great, you can taste the garlic in pieces. But the bread is gummy, it's not crunchy like the first one. Overall, the combination of meat and cooking is better, but the bread brings it down. I'd give it a 9 minus, because the bread is not good enough for a 9.
