The story
Trattoria La Coppola brings authentic Sicilian cooking to central Budapest under the direction of owner Salvo Sgroi and chef Vincenzo Manzella. Sgroi oversees every plate and personally selects the produce, which arrives directly from Italy through supplier Jolanda de Colò. The kitchen relies on specific regional items like Bronte pistachios, Mazara red prawns, and Siccagno tomatoes rather than generic imports. This strict sourcing policy defines their approach to Italian dining.
The menu highlights house-made pasta shaped for specific sauces, such as ricotta stuffed ravioli tossed with wild fennel seeds and rustic sausage. Fresh paccheri arrive torn with a three-meat ragu, while tagliolini turn deep black from cuttlefish ink. Pizza follows Davide Argentino’s world champion recipe, baked with Molino Pizzuti flour until the crust achieves a light char. The Gault&Millau guide recognizes this commitment to honest plates and reliable preparation.
Guests navigate a multilevel layout defined by exposed brick walls and ceramic tiles lining the counters. Stacked firewood rests near an active hearth where the open kitchen hums throughout service hours. Staff move quickly between tables to maintain pace with the steady flow of visitors. This grounded interior supports the straightforward flavor profile of the menu.
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