If you’re looking for authentic Italian cooking in Cardiff, look no further than Pin of Salt – the city’s charming new Italian restaurant where the pasta is fresh, the flavours are bold, and every plate tells a story of southern Italy.
Opened in early July on City Road, Pin of Salt is the creation of Gaetano Coppola and Michele Ruggiero, with celebrated chef Giovanni Pane (formerly of Giardini di Sorrento) leading the kitchen. Together, they’ve crafted a menu that celebrates Italy’s culinary heritage, with a focus firmly on handmade pasta and indulgent desserts.
If you’re looking for pizza here, you’ll be disappointed . Instead, diners can indulge in gnocchi and pasta crafted with authentic Italian “00” flour and traditional pasta-making equipment. Every dish is made with quality ingredients and time-honoured recipes designed to be shared and savoured.
The experience begins with a tempting array of antipasti – from potato and mozzarella croquettes to deep-fried stuffed olives – before moving on to standout dishes like ravioli Caprese, perfectly folded and served in a rich tomato sauce, finished with a crispy pecorino wafer.
Pin of Salt is more than a restaurant; it’s a taste of southern Italy brought to Cardiff, offering warmth, passion and unforgettable food that will have you saying mamma mia for more.
A Pin of Salt | 12 City Rd, Cardiff CF24 3DL
Book via their website – www.apinofsalt.co.uk or follow them on social media @apinofsalt
Dining and Cooking