11/05/2026: I came here as a stranger to try the sacred *chickpea cake*, which I quickly learned isn't called "cecina" because otherwise you'd be looked at askance at first sip.
The product? Nothing to complain about: a sandwich with chickpea cake, eggplant, and spicy sauce... serious stuff, enough to stick to the counter and never speak to anyone again.
The rest of the experience, however, was a crash course in applied Livorno-ness. I asked for information and felt like I'd stumbled into an ancient ritual where even the question is considered a personal insult. Quick, rude responses in dialect, looks that said, "Where did this guy escape from?" I was there, in bewildered tourist mode, trying to keep my balance.
In the end, though, I left: the food was excellent, the sandwich was devastating, and I was very satisfied. The atmosphere at the cashier was more human, almost like "OK, come on, we'll forgive him."
Moral: the food was 10/10, no question. The welcome was 2/10, but with such a strong character that it almost became a theatrical spectacle.
Would I go back? Yes. But next time I'll go in mentally prepared and without asking too many questions... which in Livorno, evidently, is asking too much!
05/05/2026: 5&5 is amazing! Delicious pizza! Beautiful and welcoming place, very kind and friendly staff! Top ‼️