La Taverna di Santa Chiara

La Taverna di Santa Chiara is more than just a restaurant — it’s a sanctuary of warmth, integrity, and soul. From the first bite to the last sip, every visit is a reminder of how food can nourish more than just the body. The dishes are consistently delicious, clearly crafted with care and rooted in authentic Italian tradition. You can taste the freshness, feel the love, and see the pride in every plate. Whether it’s the perfectly balanced sauces or the tender handmade pasta, every meal is a celebration of honest, heartfelt cooking. But what truly sets this place apart is the remarkable woman behind it. The owner is not only a gifted chef and gracious host, but also a courageous human being — someone who is unafraid to speak up for what is right. In a time when silence often feels safer, she has boldly and compassionately used her voice to stand in solidarity with the people of Palestine. Her public support for Palestinian rights — expressed with dignity and clarity — is a rare and powerful gesture in today’s world. It reflects a deep sense of justice, humanity, and moral conviction. Taking such a stance, especially as a small business owner, is not easy. It can come with risks. Yet she has done so without hesitation, proving that true character is not only revealed in the kitchen, but in how we stand for others. In showing compassion and moral clarity, she reminds us that food and community are inseparable — that restaurants can be places of resistance, unity, and love. La Taverna di Santa Chiara is a place where you don’t just eat well — you feel seen, respected, and inspired. I will continue to return here not just because the food is outstanding (it truly is), but because supporting a place with this much heart and courage feels like the most natural thing to do. Bravo — for the food, the service, and the spirit. May your table always be full and your voice always heard.

We enjoyed our experience here in this small quaint restaurant tucked slightly away from the tourists. Recommend making a reservation. The food is delicious. The staff are friendly, helpful if not native, and you will likely find more French and Italians here than others. While here we had their Ragu and Tonnerello with pepper and aged provolone cheese, and for dessert the soufflé. All dishes were amazing. Grab a liter of their house red wine and you will leave one very happy customer.

Just round the corner of the magnificent Convento di Santa Chiara, in the heart of the old city of Naples, there's this little taverna where you can taste excellent traditional food. Not to miss the ziti alla genovese, a savoury pasta with a slow coocked sauce made of meet and onions (just one might not be enough) and the pasta with smoked provola cheese and potatos, a jump backward to the tastes of the past. Welcomig and smiling service, with a touch of cozy but not noisy sympathy are the perfect framework for this place that I strongly recommend to everyone's interested in leaving a real and not for tourists neapolitan experience. Just an advise: you'd better book in advance. Personal update: recently Santa Chiara has been under the spotlight for some troubles with some guests that found it normal to put online a video accusing the owner for being anti-jewish just because she clearly stated her disappointment toward what's now happening in Gaza. Well, I don't wanna go into politics, but simply give my personal support to the Taverna's team, and compliment for their extremely firm but polite reaction

I just had to have dinner at this place, since owners put their business on the line, by standing up for human rights. I wholeheartedly support their stance and bravery. As for food, there is room for improvement for sure, although local cuisine is all about simplicity and is based on the history of impoverished meals; dishes reflect that history; Bruschetta is very simple, just bread and tomatoes (some olive oil and basil would improve the opinion, or maybe some fried salsiccia on the top). Entrecote (sort of thin veal steak) is also very simple, with interesting sweet sauce, but you get only one thin piece of meat. It would much improve if served with some kind of side dish (grilled seasonal vegetables, maybe some broccoli and two pieces of plain cooked potato). Local dish, potatoes with melted cheese and pasta - is also a very simple dish, which you can try here. This place will not break your gastronomic boundaries, but is however, a good place to try this type of local food if you are interested - you will get an idea what southern Italy cuisine is like besides sea food.