Dull building on outskirts of Polla serving notably less dull wheels of pizza, cooked in a wood-fired oven; it also dishes up antipasti and pasta dishes. Service is fast and friendly, and prices are low. You'll find the restaurant just east of the river, near the hospital.
Vecchia Pizzeria Margaret
Salerno & the Cilento
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