Trattoria Carmine on via Tribunali: Excellent octopus spaghetti alla puttanesca

In the heart of via dei Tribunali, right opposite the entrance to Napoli Sotterranea, L'Antica Trattoria Da Carmine is described by Corriere del Mezzogiorno as a true oasis of gastronomic civility.

According to the review, the restaurant offers a correct and honest proposal, far from the excesses that contribute to what the newspaper defines as the typical olfactory pollution of certain streets in the historic center.

Dishes to try

Among the courses highlighted are the octopus spaghetti alla puttanesca, described as excellent, along with fried anchovies, crispy and dry. Corriere also mentions gnocchi with zucchini cream and red prawns and salt cod among the proposals that deserve attention.

Atmosphere and service

The atmosphere is described as clean and well-maintained, with comfortable seating and furnishings that recall Neapolitan folklore, from the numbers of the smorfia to Pulcinella masks, without however becoming kitschy. The service is described as swift and courteous, even when provided by foreign staff.

Address and hours

The trattoria is located at via dei Tribunali 330 in Naples. It is open for lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Saturday, while Sunday and Tuesday only for lunch; closed Mondays. For information the number is 081-294383.