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Panificio Montecristo

Bari, Italy

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST BAKERIES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 19 2026
Panificio Montecristo

A small bakery on the seafront in Bari, selling focaccia barese, panzerotti and other fried and baked local specialties. Its focaccia comes fresh from the oven and is served hot, with tomatoes and olive oil.

Highlights

  • Focaccia barese with tomatoes
  • Panzerotti with varied fillings
  • Sgagliozze and fried frittelle

Good to know

  • Queues form but move quickly
  • Bread sells out within hours of opening
  • Outdoor tables overlook the sea

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