Pietro Barbagallo

Pietro Barbagallo is a controversial chef known for his role in Melbourne's culinary scene, particularly credited with initiating the city's 'pizza revolution' in the late 1990s. Despite his early success with restaurants like I Carusi, Barbagallo has faced numerous allegations of aggressive behavior, sexual misconduct, and financial mismanagement over the years. Recently, he gained notoriety after a viral video surfaced showing him verbally abusing customers at his restaurant, Kaprica, highlighting a pattern of volatile conduct that has been reported by both patrons and former staff.