Donnafrancalab - arancine gourmet e pasticceria

Pastry shop · Palermo

Donnafrancalab - arancine gourmet e pasticceria

Pastry shop · Palermo

Via Maqueda, 292, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy

Highlights

Amazing arancini, cannoli, and Aperol Spritz with great variety

Via Maqueda, 292, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy Get directions

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Donna Franca Laboratorio Artigianale Siciliano - Review - Palermo - The Infatuation

"In Palermo, it’s arancina with an a at the end, but on the other side of the island, it’s spelled with an o. Which is correct isn’t really worth arguing—most important is finding a good one. On this bustling avenue packed with restaurants and aperitivo bars, this is your destination for freshly fried arancine. Most Sicilian rice balls are made with the two traditional fillings: veal ragù with peas or the arancina al burro with ham and mozzarella. At Donnafranca, you’ll find the classics along with options like sausage and swiss chard greens or the vegetarian norma with fried eggplant and ricotta salata." - Linda Sarris

https://www.theinfatuation.com/palermo/reviews/donna-franca-laboratorio-artigianale-siciliano

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Sam Tarca

Google

Stopped by on the way through the main shopping street. Absolutely amazing arancini that were both delicious. We went for a mozzarella and a ham and mozzarella and both were to perfection. Highly recommend and we will visit again

Jorge Moreno

Google

My experience with the arancini at Donnafrancalab was simply fantastic. You can really tell these are crafted with care. The golden crust was beautifully crisp and dry, a sign of true quality. The filling was abundant, rich, and perfectly seasoned, making every single bite a delight. It's clear they take pride in their "laboratorio artigianale." Don't miss out on these if you're in Palermo!

Ramona Hrimiuc

Google

We just popped in for dessert and were pleasantly surprised. The tiramisu was good, but the pistachio cannolo? Incredible. Perfect crunch, rich filling, and a flavor that really stood out. Totally worth it!

Martha Sandoval

Google

I visited Donnafranca in Palermo with my husband on May 21st, and it was one of the highlights of our trip. The arancini and cannoli were hands down the best we've ever had—absolutely delicious! The Aperol Spritz was also perfect, refreshing and well balanced. The service was wonderful—the waiter was especially friendly and welcoming. We’ll definitely be back the next time we’re in Palermo!

David Zárate López

Google

Amazing Arancini, best I’ve ever had. Great variety and service, would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a great experience

Rashmi

Google

Amazing Arancini, never seen such big variety at one place in Rome, Amalfi or other places in Italy. There were 2 choices for vegetarian- I tried Norma, huge size & it tasted delicious. Even their desserts were looking very inviting & were equally scrumptious.

Joseph Grilli

Google

Wide and interesting arancini selection in a central location in Palermo. A very good experience with great campari spritz too. Huge range of choice in arancini and dolce (sweet things), with a view to the kitchen. Great price too for street food so central in the historic part of the city.

Zhen L

Google

Summary: EUR 6.50 for a smoothie that was tiny (see photos). We came for drinks to rest after walking around in the city. Sat on the high tables & no one came to serve us, thought maybe it’s counter service so went to the counter to ask & they said to go back to the table to wait for the waitress. Ordered a smoothie for EUR 6.50 and when it came the portion size was laughable. Drank it in one gulp. Giving 2 stars because it was at least a good smoothie but just ridiculously overpriced. Was surprised because the arancini are priced from EUR 3.50 & are big portions (we didn’t order arancini but could see them on display) so wasn’t expecting the smoothie at EUR 6.50 to be so miserly. See photos for size. My partner ordered the juice which was EUR 3.50 & also a tiny bottle. He actually wanted the hot chocolate but they had run out by 3.30pm.