The story
Tucked into Palermo’s Piazza Castelnuovo, Pasticceria Spinnato is a historic bakery and café that has earned a devoted following. With a 4-star rating, it stands as a classic local spot, beloved for its traditional pastries and morning coffee breaks. Chef Max Mariola, during his Palermo journey, declared it home to “the best arancina I’ve ever had,” calling the café perfect for a morning coffee break.
Mariola’s highlight was the Arancina con Prosciutto e Mozzarella, a golden-fried rice ball stuffed with ham and cheese, paired with a straightforward Caffè Latte. For anyone seeking an authentic taste of Palermo’s baking tradition, this café delivers a warm, unfussy experience that lives up to its historic reputation.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2021.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 2 dish mentions say about the food
The cannoli, with its crisp shell and creamy filling, emerges as the unanimous star. Reviewers consistently describe the overall experience as a warm, authentic taste of Sicilian tradition.
“The caffè latte is perfect for eight-thirty in the morning.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Pasticceria Spinnato. Most active: Chef Max Mariola
A historic café in Palermo with the best arancina I've ever had, perfect for a morning coffee break.
Dishes mentioned
Arancina con Prosciutto e Mozzarella
This arancina is more delicate than the ones with peas. I'm not an arancina expert, but this is the best I've ever had in my life. The crust is beautiful and crispy, and the filling of prosciutto and mozzarella is perfect.
Caffè Latte
The caffè latte is perfect for eight-thirty in the morning.
