Puffy squares of deep-fried dough usually served with local cold cuts like mortadella and soft cheeses.
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This is widely considered the gold standard because of their obsessive sourcing. The dough is made from stone-ground flours and fried in high-quality mountain lard, resulting in a puff that is crisp, golden, and remarkably non-greasy.
📍 Via Luigi Serra, 9/b, 40129 Bologna BO, Italy · View on Maps
Winner of '4 Ristoranti', this spot balances heritage with a vibrant atmosphere. Their crescentine are famous for their extreme 'puffiness' and are served with a curated selection of local soft cheeses like Squacquerone.
📍 Via San Felice, 50/a, 40122 Bologna BO, Italy · View on Maps
Located slightly outside the main tourist drag, Bertozzi offers a masterclass in texture. Their crescentine are slightly thicker than others, providing a satisfying chew while remaining airy inside.
📍 Via Andrea Costa, 84/2/D, 40134 Bologna BO, Italy · View on Maps
The focus here is on the accompaniment. While the crescentine are flawless, they serve as the perfect vessel for some of the rarest cold cuts in Italy, including Culatello and Mora Romagnola ham.
📍 Via Santa Caterina, 51, 40123 Bologna BO, Italy · View on Maps