"Italians don’t really eat pizza for lunch, which means non-touristic pizzerias tend to be open only for dinner. Fúnnaco Pizzalab follows suit. Here, you’ll find all kinds of pies, from 48-hour slow-fermented dough to contemporary Neapolitan, gluten-free options, and perciasacchi, a local Sicilian wheat variety. Your choices are endless with traditional toppings, more innovative add-ons, and a “crunch” section of high-hydration crispy focacce garnished after coming out of the blazing oven. It’s big, with roughly 100 seats inside and outdoor tables on the quiet side alley in the summertime. They’re always packed, so reserve a table and enjoy a casual night out in the heart of the city center, just behind the Piazza di San Domenico and the Vucciria Market." - linda sarris