The story
Don Carmelo, a sprawling pizzeria in Palermo, turns out wood-fired pies in a space that seats 400. The venue also operates a dedicated oven for gluten-free pizzas, a thoughtful touch for a restaurant of this scale. Creator Italyfoodprnsicilia calls it a spot where "the food is great and the vibe is casual and family-friendly."
The menu leans into comfort and indulgence. Starters like Bruschette della Casa and a decadent Burrata Fritta con Crema di Pistacchio e Bacon earn praise, alongside a Scricchiolo di Terino con Melanzana Chips. Among the pizzas, both the traditional version and the gluten-free option get thumbs up. It’s a lively, no-fuss destination for groups or families seeking solid pizzeria fare.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
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AI summary of what 5 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers praise Don Carmelo's Pizza tradizionale for its authentic, wood-fired perfection. The overall vibe is one of warm, rustic Italian comfort, making every meal feel like a celebration.
“Now we eat the pizza — they also make gluten-free pizzas, in fact one of the ovens is dedicated exclusively to those. The traditional one is great, look how big this place is — 400 seats!”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Don Carmelo. Most active: Italyfoodprnsicilia
Don Carmelo is a huge pizzeria in Palermo with a wood-fired oven, 400 seats, and a dedicated oven for gluten-free pizzas — the food is great and the vibe is casual and family-friendly.
Dishes mentioned
Bruschette della Casa
We start with the house bruschetta — it's good, and the balsamic vinegar goes pretty well with it.
Burrata Fritta con Crema di Pistacchio e Bacon
Then we have fried burrata with pistachio cream and bacon — a slice of bacon that can't be missing. The Rast beer is good with it.
Scricchiolo di Terino con Melanzana Chips
Now we move on to the 'scricchiolo di terino' with eggplant chips — it's crunchy and tasty.
Pizza Tradizionale
Now we eat the pizza — they also make gluten-free pizzas, in fact one of the ovens is dedicated exclusively to those. The traditional one is great, look how big this place is — 400 seats!
Pizza Senza Glutine
Now it's time to try this one too — even without gluten, the difference from the traditional one is minimal. It's really good.
