Soft & Crunchy: Authentic Neapolitan Pizza Experience in Bari by Maestro Vito Iacopelli

Soft & Crunchy stands up to it's name the pizzas are nice and soft out the oven, I would add lite as well. The brand is created by Maestro Vito Iacopelli but also the business is run by the family. I would recommend the diner experience they hold from time to time where you can try different pizzas with nice ingredients. There's also american brunch to try out every Sunday. The mood is very cozy, like at home and perfect for families ! You'll be nicely received and The service is also attentive and fast. Very nice touch of design and decoration, bringing some of the history of Vito's from the USA and Italy. I would suggest coming here by car, even if by train it's possible a little walk is needed perfect to digest afterwards or get even more hungry before

I highly recommend visiting Soft and Crunchy by Vito. I have to admit that I’ve been watching Vito’s videos regularly for a few years now, and I traveled to Bari specifically to visit his place. His passion inspired me to start making pizza myself, and it has become my hobby. However, my visit to Soft and Crunchy exceeded all my expectations. Vito, in real life, is an incredibly kind and approachable person. The dishes we tried – appetizers, pizza, and dessert – were absolutely delicious and unique. The atmosphere of the place, the people, and the overall vibe are simply amazing. It’s important to book your visit in advance, as this is not a standard restaurant but rather a culinary experience where every guest is treated individually. I was initially worried that the restaurant might feel slightly artificial, relying on internet fame, but that was not the case at all. The experience was authentic and delightful. I highly recommend a visit to Vito’s place – a wonderful tasting journey through different types of pizza, accompanied by a warm and family-like atmosphere. It’s also very easy to get there from Bari Centrale using buses 12 or 12/.

I have followed Vito for years on YouTube, initially to learn how to make a good Neapolitan pizza but then continued as he's passionate and knowledgeable. You can see his devotion to pizza at Soft & Crunchy, but you can also see his humility and caring for people. I've wondered about and hoped to try his pizza for years, and now I was finally able to, and it exceeded all of my expectations. Perfect crust, amazing flavors, great variety.