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El Focacciaro

Bari, Italy

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El Focacciaro

A small bakery near the Bari waterfront selling focaccia barese, panzerotti, arancini and brioche, mainly to take away. Its tomato focaccia and panzerotti draw long queues, and service is mixed.

Highlights

  • Focaccia barese with tomato
  • Panzerotti fried fresh
  • Brioche with cooked ham

Good to know

  • Take a number at the entrance
  • Long waits, especially on Saturdays
  • Little space to eat inside

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