Maria delle Sgagliozze — Restaurant in Bari

One of the great joys of exploring a new city is wandering until you stumble upon a true local gem, and that's exactly what it feels like when you discover Popizze da Angela. It’s not a fancy restaurant, just a small, no-frills stand that is all about one thing: fried dough perfection. The popizze are made right there in front of you, a beautiful little show of dough being dropped into hot oil and bubbling up into golden-brown perfection. They come out hot, crispy, and surprisingly light and airy—the perfect savory snack that isn't heavy or greasy at all. Angela herself adds so much to the charm, serving the food with a genuine, warm smile that makes you feel right at home. It’s an authentic and delicious taste of local street food that is an absolute must-try, all for an incredibly cheap price that feels like a bonus.

Review of Sgagliozze da Maria If you're looking for a classic, simple, and deeply satisfying snack that feels like a true local secret, you have to find Sgagliozze da Maria. This spot is a cornerstone of local street food culture, famous for its sgagliozze, which are essentially thick squares of fried polenta. The process is so simple yet so incredibly good: they're fried until they're golden and crunchy on the outside, with a soft, creamy interior that just melts in your mouth. All they need is a simple sprinkle of salt, and they are perfect. There might be a line, but don't let that deter you; it moves quickly and is a good sign that you're in the right place. Maria and her team are a whirlwind of efficiency, getting the food to you fast so you can enjoy it while it's still piping hot. It's the kind of honest, no-nonsense food that perfectly captures the spirit of the city, and a cheap, delicious bite that will be a highlight...

Deep-fried polenta sounds like an unusual dish, so we, of course, wanted to try it. We asked for a smaller portion (half), but they didn't want to sell it, and we were forced to buy 10 pieces.

They deep-fry it, then put it in a paper bag and put salt on top. However, only the first 2 or so pieces are actually salty (and taste like popcorn, interestingly), but others were pretty bland tasting. We didn't finish...

I usually love polenta, but this one is too mich for me. Maybe because it is deep fried. They offer 10 pieces for 2€, but we tried 1 and the rest was donated. Also, there was a quite big waiting line.

I wish they would offer less pieces, just to try them and if one likes it, to buy more.

The hype made on youtube was kinde of a lie, at...