Pane e Panelle In Bologna

Great care for food and customers

We had an unforgettable dinner at Trattoria Pane e Panelle in Bologna — a Sicilian seafood gem that impressed us from the first bite to the last. The kitchen combines tradition with creativity in a way that feels both confident and deeply authentic. The seafood spaghetti was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, but the standout was the grilled fish served with a remarkable sauté of fennel, green apple, red onion, and Marcona almonds — a combination so delicious I was tempted to order it again. Their panelle, the classic Sicilian chickpea fritters, were light, and beautifully made. Dessert continued the theme of excellence: a smooth pistachio cream and a Sicilian Torta Caprese in a luscious sauce. The wine selection was thoughtful and well‑paired, and the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. My husband and I highly recommend Trattoria Pane e Panelle to international food lovers seeking a meal that is rooted in Sicilian tradition and inventive. San Francisco, USA

The pasta with sardines was watery, with lots of onion and very little sardines. The fried fish for two was mostly fried vegetables, and it was all quite greasy. I expected better...

It's always a pleasure to dine in this quiet little place, with excellent cuisine and a great deal of kindness and attention to detail. The dishes are varied, with unusual but delicious and well-prepared fish options, and great care is taken in selecting vegetables, always with an eye to seasonality.

Great experience. Highly recommended.

Excellent food, beautiful and comfortable atmosphere, friendly and courteous owners. Also great for a dinner for two.

I have to revise my review. I used to appreciate the place and the food, but now it seems to be getting worse. It's a shame, but the portions are small and not particularly good. It's a shame the menu is unusual. I'd like to try again because the place is very welcoming.

Delicious place in the center of Bologna Unfortunately, I don't have any photos because everything was so good that I didn't have time 🤭 Appetizer: Cantabrian anchovies on a bed of stracciatella cheese, followed by a huge, super-delicious and light fried fish platter. Fresh fish in the center of Bologna 👏🏼

Thank you, Isabel, for your hospitality and kindness. We'll definitely be back. Thanks from Simona and Ivan (the Perugians at the Tanari car park)

Lovely reprieve from ‘typical’ Bologna food if you want a break. Terrific staff, a nice long lunch in a wonderful atmosphere.