What to order at Polpo bollito del Mercato della Vucciria

The dish to know
Polpo bollito (boiled octopus)
Editor tip
Cash only. Eat warm with lemon; the salt cellar lives on the cart for self-service.
CuisineStreet food
Price€
Neighborhoodvucciria
HoursDaily 09:00-15:00
The dishPolpo bollito (boiled octopus)
PaymentCash only
Last verified

Tip: Cash only. Eat warm with lemon; the salt cellar lives on the cart for self-service.

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Address: Piazza Caracciolo, 90133 Palermo

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