Donna Sofi'

A vibrant burst of southern Italian atmosphere fills the pizzeria run by the Negri family every evening. From the authentic, lively ambiance in the dining room to the preparation of Italy’s most beloved dish, the standards here align with those of the best pizzerias in central Naples.

Antonio and Emanuele Negri lead a motivated and ambitious team, passing on meticulous techniques and principles—from fermentation times and flour selection to dough stretching and cooking methods. From a prominent and state-of-the-art oven emerge generous, well-leavened pizzas that embody the true, contemporary Neapolitan style: a thick, marked crust, ultra-soft and malleable dough, ensuring excellent digestibility.

The choice of Campanian dairy products and ingredients is a clear testament to the region’s freshness, with standout pies like Filetto (with yellow datterini tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and 36-month-aged Parmigiano Reggiano), Don Antò (with smoked provola from Agerola, black pepper, and Sorrento lemon zest), and Ritorno a Sorrento (with Cilentan anchovies from the Armatore section).

Additional bold dressings, such as Neapolitan tarallo, slow-cooked ragù, and knife-cut pork sausage, further enrich the offerings. The house recipes also include an assortment of croquettes, cuoppi, and frittatine, which are worth the trip in themselves.

After their celebrated success at the “Pala d’Oro” World Championship in the Neapolitan category, the Negri family expanded with two new locations: one dedicated to takeout in Borgo Panigale, and another in Lavino di Mezzo, featuring a pairing of pizza with cocktails and wines.

Donna Sofi ( broccoli rabe, italian sausage, provola cheese from Agerola)

Relais Bellaria (hotel), Ratti (abbigliamento), Profumissime (profumeria), Sinergy (autoscuola)