The story
Tucked away in the beachside suburb of Mondello, Pasticceria Scimone has earned a loyal following for its exceptionally fresh pastries. Food travel creators Frama Twins call it a must-visit, highlighting the graffa, cubic croissant, and bombolone filled with the house specialty 'dito d’apostolo'. Everything, they say, is "fresh, soft and delicious" and well worth the trip from central Palermo.
The pastry shop is particularly known for its unique dita di apostolo in many flavors. Creator Italyfoodprnsicilia specifically raves about the traditional and Dubai Chocolate versions, calling them incredibly delicious. With a 4.1-star rating and a casual, walk-in-friendly vibe perfect for takeout or breakfast, Scimone delivers a distinctly local experience that feels genuinely hidden.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2023.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 8 dish mentions say about the food
The ciambella fritta con gelato earns rave reviews for its warm, pillowy dough and cold, creamy contrast. Overall, the food delivers a cozy, indulgent Italian pastry shop vibe that feels both nostalgic and refined.
“I'm making the most caloric donut of the summer with four Sicilian gelato flavors: hazelnut, pistachio with candied fruit, zuppa inglese with Sicilian candied fruit, and panna e ricotta gelato. Then I add four dollops of cream, cover everything with pistachio cream, and sprinkle pistachio granules. It's huge and so good.”
What creators say
4 creators have covered Pasticceria Scimone. Most active: Salvo Guarneri, Frama Twins, Italyfoodprnsicilia
A must-try spot at Mondello beach in Palermo for an indulgent giant fried donut filled with Sicilian gelato and topped with pistachio.
Dishes mentioned
Ciambella Fritta con Gelato
I'm making the most caloric donut of the summer with four Sicilian gelato flavors: hazelnut, pistachio with candied fruit, zuppa inglese with Sicilian candied fruit, and panna e ricotta gelato. Then I add four dollops of cream, cover everything with pistachio cream, and sprinkle pistachio granules. It's huge and so good.
- Salvo GuarneriLoved
COLAZIONE AL NORD VS IN SICILIA #dolce #sicilia #palermo · @ 0:05
At Scimone in Mondello, I have the perfect breakfast: a hot cappuccino and a giant, soft ciambella straight from the oven, which I dip in the cappuccino.
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Cappuccino
I start with a hot cappuccino, simple and comforting.
Ciambella Gigante
I take a giant ciambella just out of the oven, split it in half — look how soft it is. Then I dip it directly into the cappuccino and enjoy. I don't share these, I eat them all myself.
- Frama TwinsLoved
La pasticceria più virale di PALERMO | Palermo Food Tour | Mangiamo le dita d'apostolo · @ 0:17
Pasticceria Scimone in Mondello is a must-visit for incredible pastries like the graffa, cubic croissant and bombolone with 'dito d'apostolo' — everything is fresh, soft and delicious, worth the trip from Palermo.
Dishes mentioned
Graffa
This graffa is insane — they served it piping hot, straight out of the oven like bread. It's super soft, not hard like some other graffe. The sugar on top is wonderful. One of the simplest things in a pastry shop but one of the best, in my opinion. It's spectacular.
Cornetto Cubico con Dito d'Apostolo
This cubic croissant with the 'apostle's finger' is something they only make here. The puff pastry is very elegant and well-made. The filling is super full — it's a cloud. The dough is very fresh, harmonious and leaves a good aftertaste. I could get used to this cubic croissant.
Bombolone con Crema e Dito d'Apostolo
This bombolone is a cloud — I can't describe it. The ricotta gives it a whole different taste, it's incredible. The dough is so soft, like artisanal brioche, reminds me of pandoro inside. It's very full and loaded. Honestly, I might prefer this one over the cubic croissant, but both are amazing.
This pastry shop in Mondello makes the unique 'dita di apostolo' in many flavors, and the creator found them incredibly delicious, especially the traditional and Dubai Chocolate versions.
Dishes mentioned
Dita di Apostolo Tradizionale
This traditional version literally melts in your mouth. It's a super creamy cloud, but above all, very delicate. The inside is a cream of cream and ricotta, and the outside is an egg puff pastry.
Dita di Apostolo al Dubai Chocolate
The egg puff pastry is also chocolate-flavored. Inside there is the same cream but also pistachio mixed with kataifi. Together with that mousse, it's insane.
