2-Day Naples Food Tour | Best Restaurants and Pizzerias near The Neapolitan B&B on Spaccanapoli

Discover the best of Neapolitan cuisine with our 2-day food tour. From pizza to sfogliatella, all within walking distance of The Neapolitan B&B in Via Benedetto Croce 45. Your taste of authentic Naples starts here.

Naples is a paradise for food lovers. The city’s culinary tradition is UNESCO-recognized, and every corner offers a new flavor to discover. Staying at The Neapolitan B&B on Spaccanapoli puts you right in the center of this gastronomic wonderland.

Here is your perfect 2-day food itinerary, with every stop just a short walk from our doorstep at Via Benedetto Croce 45, Palazzo Carafa della Spina.

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DAY 1 – Morning: The Perfect Neapolitan Breakfast

Start your day like a local.

Exit our door and turn right toward Piazza San Domenico Maggiore. Here you’ll find historic cafés where you can enjoy a classic Neapolitan breakfast:

· Espresso – strong, short, and intense

· Sfogliatella riccia – warm, crispy, and filled with ricotta

· Babà – soft, rum-soaked, and utterly delicious

📍 Local tip: Try the pastries at Scaturchio in Piazza San Domenico Maggiore, a historic pastry shop since 1905.

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DAY 1 – Lunch: The Holy Grail of Pizza

A 5-minute walk from our B&B will take you to Via dei Tribunali, the street of pizza. Here you’ll find the most legendary pizzerias in Naples:

Pizzeria Specialty Distance from us

L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele Classic Margherita 8 minutes

Pizzeria Di Matteo Pizza fritta (fried pizza) 6 minutes

Gino Sorbillo Creative toppings, long queue 5 minutes

Pizzeria Starita Traditional wood-fired 10 minutes

What to order: A classic Margherita (tomato, mozzarella, basil) or Marinara (tomato, garlic, oregano). Eat it with your hands, folded like a local.

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DAY 1 – Afternoon: Gelato Break

After pizza, walk back toward Spaccanapoli and treat yourself to artisanal gelato. Look for gelato artigianale signs—real gelato is creamy, colorful with natural ingredients, and served with a spatula, not a scoop.

Recommended flavors:

· Fior di latte – creamy milk

· Pistacchio di Bronte – intense pistachio

· Limone – fresh and tangy

· Fichi e mandorle – fig and almond, a local specialty

📍 Where to go: Gelateria della Scimmia (Via Toledo) or any gelateria in Piazza del Gesù.

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DAY 1 – Evening: Aperitivo and Dinner

Aperitivo (6:00–8:00 PM)

Stop at one of the bars in Piazza del Gesù or Piazza San Domenico Maggiore. Order a Spritz or a glass of local Falanghina wine, and enjoy the view of historic churches lit up at dusk.

Dinner (8:30 PM onwards)

For dinner, try a traditional trattoria. Within 5-12 minutes from us:

· Trattoria da Nennella (Quartieri Spagnoli, 12 min) – loud, fun, and delicious

· Osteria della Mattonella (Via Tribunali, 6 min) – famous for parmigiana di melanzane

· Trattoria Pignasecca (10 min) – authentic family-run spot

What to try: Spaghetti alle vongole, parmigiana, friarielli (local greens), and limoncello to finish.

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DAY 2 – Morning: A Different Breakfast

Today, try a savory breakfast. Walk to a local bar and order:

· Cornetto vuoto (plain croissant) with cappuccino

· Or a tramezzino (small sandwich) if you’re feeling hungry

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DAY 2 – Lunch: Pasta and Street Food

For your second day, explore the street food scene:

Food What it is Where to find it

Pizza a portafoglio Folded pizza, eaten on the go Any pizzeria on Via Tribunali

Cuoppo Cone of fried seafood or vegetables Friggitoria near Piazza del Gesù

Crocchè Potato croquettes Street vendors everywhere

Arancino Fried rice ball with ragù Look for “ristorante” signs

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DAY 2 – Afternoon: Sweet Finale

Pastiera and Caprese cake are Neapolitan classics. Visit:

· Pasticceria Poppella (Via Tribunali, 5 min) – famous for “fiocco di neve”

· Scaturchio (again!) – for the best Ministeriale (chocolate dessert)

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DAY 2 – Evening: Seafood Dinner

End your food tour with a seafood dinner. A 15-minute walk or short taxi ride takes you to Borgo Marinari, near Castel dell’Ovo, where you can eat fresh fish overlooking the sea.

Recommended restaurants:

· La Bersagliera – historic, tourist-friendly

· Zi’ Teresa – on the water, romantic

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🏰 Come Back to Your Cozy Retreat

After two days of feasting, return to The Neapolitan B&B in Palazzo Carafa della Spina. Relax in your room—whether it’s the romantic Tartaglia, the family-friendly Capitano, or the independent Pulcinella Apartment—and plan your next culinary adventure.

👉 Book your stay now and eat like a true Neapolitan.