What to order at Trattoria Al Ferro di Cavallo

Must order
Pasta alla Norma and the polpette al sugo, the daily standards.
Signature dishes
Pasta alla Norma, Polpette al sugo, Caponata
Editor tip
No reservations. Arrive by 12:30 for lunch or 19:30 for dinner. Cash works fastest.
CuisineSicilian
Price€
NeighborhoodLoggia
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Taste Pasta alla Norma with a local in Palermo

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Location

Address: Via Venezia 20, 90133 Palermo

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