Since 1948

Friggitoria Sabatino

Authentic Italian fried specialties on Salerno's beautiful seafront

4.5 (565 reviews)
Good for kids
Quick bite
€1–10
Our Story

A Salerno Institution Since 1948

Friggitoria Sabatino has been serving authentic Italian fried specialties on the beautiful Salerno seafront for over 75 years. Our tradition of excellence began in 1948, and we continue to delight locals and tourists alike with our delicious fried pizzas, calzones, and arancini.

Our location on Traversa Bove puts us right in the heart of Salerno's vibrant culinary scene. We pride ourselves on maintaining the authentic flavors and traditional recipes that have made us a beloved institution for generations.

75+ Years

Traditional recipes since 1948

Family Friendly

Perfect for all ages

Tourist Favorite

Loved by visitors worldwide

Friggitoria Sabatino interior
Our Menu

Signature Fried Specialties

Traditional Italian fried food made fresh daily with authentic recipes

Most Popular

Calzone alla Scarola

Our signature fried escarole calzone - crispy on the outside, savory on the inside. Recommended by countless customers as a must-try!

89 mentions
Customer Favorite

Pizzetta Fritta

Delicious fried pizza with various toppings. Light, crispy, and perfectly seasoned. A Salerno tradition you can't miss!

75 mentions

Crocchè

Traditional Italian potato croquettes, crispy outside and creamy inside. A perfect accompaniment or snack.

39 mentions

Arancini

Crispy fried rice balls filled with savory goodness. A Sicilian specialty prepared the authentic way.

Recommended

Panzerotti

Excellent stuffed panzerotti with various fillings. Fried to golden perfection with fresh ingredients.

9 mentions

Pizza Fritta Margherita

Classic fried pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil. Simple ingredients, extraordinary taste.

Recommended

Service Options

Takeout

Quick and convenient

Dine-in

Cool and clean space

What People Say

Customer Reviews

4.5
Based on 565 reviews
5 stars
384
4 stars
108
3 stars
42
2 stars
16
1 star
15
A week ago

"Delicious fried pizzas and arancini. The place is cool and clean, and located on Salerno's beautiful seafront. Affordable prices."

Food: ★★★★★
Service: ★★★★★
Atmosphere: ★★★★★
Dine in Brunch Arancini Pizzetta Margherita
Local Guide • 832 reviews
A month ago

"Excellent stuffed panzerotti. The location is a bit inconvenient."

Food: ★★★★★
Service: ★★★★☆
Atmosphere: ★★★☆☆
Local Guide • 140 reviews
2 months ago

"I heavily recommend the fried Scarola! It was delicious and at a very good price."

Food: ★★★★★
Service: ★★★★★
Atmosphere: ★★★★★
Dine in Lunch €1–10
Local Guide • 35 reviews
2 months ago

"Authentic and unpretentious place. I recommend the fried escarole calzoncino."

Food: ★★★★★
Service: ★★★★★
Atmosphere: ★★★★★
Dine in No wait
7 reviews
3 months ago

"Old-fashioned fried food, authentic flavors. Everything delicious. Calzoni with escarole 🔝🔝🔝"

Food: ★★★★★
Service: ★★★★★
Atmosphere: ★★★☆☆
Take out No wait
Local Guide • 23 reviews
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Opening Hours

Monday 9 AM - 1:30 PM, 5 PM - 9 PM
Tuesday 9 AM - 1:30 PM, 5 PM - 9 PM
Wednesday 9 AM - 1:30 PM, 5 PM - 9 PM
Thursday 9 AM - 1:30 PM, 5 PM - 9 PM
Friday 9 AM - 1:30 PM, 5 PM - 9 PM
Saturday 9 AM - 2 PM, 5 PM - 9 PM
Sunday Closed

Best Times to Visit

Lunch hours (11 AM - 1 PM) and early evening (6 PM - 8 PM) are our busiest times. Wednesday evenings around 7 PM can be particularly busy.

Walk-ins Welcome

We don't accept reservations - it's first come, first served! Most customers experience no wait or just 10-30 minutes during peak hours.

Find Us

Location & Contact

Address

Traversa Bove
84122 Salerno SA, Italy

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Phone

+39 089 229625

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Amenities & Payment

Credit/Debit Cards
Good for Kids
Casual Atmosphere
Quick Bite