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Paccheri allo Scarpariello

First courses · €14 · Vegetarian

Suburra 1930’s paccheri allo scarpariello are dressed with tomato, basil and three cheeses: parmesan, pecorino and caciocavallo. A vegetarian pasta dish from the food menu, €14, served at lunch and dinner in Piazza della Suburra, in Rione Monti.

What does “scarpariello” mean?

The name comes from the scarpari, the shoemakers of the Quartieri Spagnoli in Naples. According to tradition it was the dish they made at the end of the week with what they had at home: tomato, basil and cheese, sometimes received from customers as payment. It is a dish born from simplicity, built on a few quality ingredients.

Why paccheri?

Paccheri are a large pasta shape typical of Campania: wide and smooth, they hold the sauce inside and out. With tomato and melted cheese they make a creamy, rich sauce.

Is it a vegetarian dish?

Yes, on our menu the paccheri allo scarpariello are marked as vegetarian. The food menu has other vegetarian pasta dishes, such as ricotta and spinach ravioli.

What to drink with them?

Tomato and cheese go well with a medium-bodied white or a young, fresh red: you’ll find our selection on the wine and drinks list.

Frequently asked questions

What are paccheri allo scarpariello?

A pasta dish from Naples with tomato, basil and cheese. At Suburra 1930 it is made with parmesan, pecorino and caciocavallo.

Are paccheri allo scarpariello vegetarian?

Yes, they are marked as vegetarian on the Suburra 1930 menu.

How much are they?

€14 on the food menu.

More dishes from our menu

• Rigatoni alla Carbonara
• Rigatoni all’Amatriciana or alla Gricia
• Fettuccine with pesto and farmyard ragù
• Saltimbocca alla romana
• Grandma’s meatballs
• Eggplant parmigiana

For allergies and intolerances, please ask our staff (EC Reg. 1169/2011). Cover charge €2 per person.