A white and blue tiled bar and a visible wood-burning oven anchor the bright, plant-filled dining room at Siamo Napoli. The space has a breezy elegance, with lemon and green garlands woven through leafy hanging plants that soften the room’s modern lines. It’s an atmosphere that reflects the restaurant’s name, which translates to “We are Naples,” a direct and confident statement of purpose from its Neapolitan owners.
That wood-fired oven is the heart of the operation, turning out authentic Neapolitan pizzas like the spicy Piccante or the Contadina with house-made fennel sausage. But the menu is a much deeper dive into the coastal cuisine of Southern Italy. A strong focus on seafood runs through everything, from the Antipasto di Mare to the Cioppino di Positano – a rich stew loaded with salmon, scallops, shrimp, mussels, and calamari. Pastas are made in-house, with standout dishes like the pappardelle with a slow-cooked lamb ragù and a black squid ink pasta with seafood. For something more substantial, there are classics like Osso Buco and grilled Spigola.
The owners, brothers Flavio and Giovanni, are often on the floor, moving between tables and chatting with regulars. This hands-on presence means the kitchen is sometimes willing to accommodate requests for off-menu dishes. There’s a popular happy hour with specials on drinks like the Aperol Spritz and a $10 pizza, which draws a crowd to the indoor and outdoor tables. Reservations are a very good idea, especially on Friday and Saturday nights, and be prepared to spend some time looking for parking in the busy North Park neighborhood.
Siamo Napoli
Siamo Napoli