Paletta Pizzeria among Barry's highest-rated restaurants

Paletta Pizzeria on High Street in Barry has become one of the town's top-rated restaurants.

Here are five things you need to know about the much-loved pizzeria:

1. It is Barry’s first wood‑fired pizzeria.
   Billing itself as the town’s original wood‑fired pizza spot, Paletta delivers Neapolitan‑style pizzas and Southern‑Italian cuisine from a traditional oven.

It’s run by a local Italian family and prides itself on offering an authentic taste of Italy.

1. It’s Barry’s top‑ranked restaurant
   On Tripadvisor, Paletta Pizzeria consistently sits among the best of more than 100 Barry restaurants.

Billing itself as the town’s original wood‑fired pizza spot, Paletta delivers Neapolitan‑style pizzas and Southern‑Italian cuisine from a traditional oven. (Image: Google)

It has a glowing 4.9 rating, a Travellers’ Choice award, and is ranked number one for both pizza and Italian dining.

1. The menu is simple and authentic.
   Customers praise the light, chewy crusts, quality toppings, and the restaurant’s signature specials—including a seven‑cheese pizza and homemade desserts like tiramisu.

The pasta dishes and small plates have also earned high praise.

1. It’s cosy and family‑run
   The atmosphere is described as relaxed and friendly with reclaimed‑style décor and attentive service.

Paletta caters for a wide range of dietary needs, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten‑free options.

1. It’s open in the evenings and has top-level hygiene
   The restaurant operates mainly in the evenings, from Tuesday to Saturday, between 5pm and 10pm.

The atmosphere is described as relaxed and friendly with reclaimed‑style décor and attentive service. (Image: Google)

It’s closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Paletta Pizzeria holds a top‑tier food hygiene rating, following a Food Standards Agency inspection in June 2024.

The pizzeria is welcoming old and new faces alike.