20/07/2026: I'd been following the restaurant's Instagram page for a while and, drawn by their posts, last Saturday I decided to try it with three dear friends. Our expectations were definitely met: Il Piccio proved to be a must-visit for anyone passing through Minervino Murge.
We opted for the dinner menu, which, at the incredible price of €25 per person, offers a comprehensive and generous selection of traditional local flavors.
The Appetizer:
We start off strong with local products. The cheeses stand out, with an excellent scamorza, a very fresh ricotta, and a delicious, juicy mozzarella. Among the cured meats, an exceptional capocollo deserves an honorable mention, a spicy salami with a kick of its own, and a truly delicious artisanal treat reminiscent of cotechino. Everything is accompanied by a warm focaccia of their own production and the inevitable traditional delicacies: bread balls and cucoli (delicious little fried dough balls), perfect for pairing with the cured meats. The house red wine, with its strong and intense flavor, perfectly complemented this first course.
La Brace (the main course):
The meat is the absolute star. We were served a perfectly cooked mix with the unmistakable marks of real embers:
Donkey sausage with an incredible and deep flavor.
Succulent pork shoulder.
Classic sausage and tender horse meat strips.
The masterful touch? The selected cuts are served on a bed of potatoes enriched with long green peppers: a side dish that captures all the juices and flavors of the embers, becoming something extraordinary.
In summary:
Excellent raw materials, respect for tradition, and a final price (€25 per person) that is honestly rare for such quality and quantity. I will definitely be back!
Tip for travelers: We highly recommend booking well in advance, especially for Saturday evenings, as the place is rightfully very popular.
Price per person: €20-30 (fixed menu €25)
Recommended dishes: Mixed grilled meats on a bed of potatoes and green peppers, Cucoli (a type of sausage), and mixed Murgia antipasti.
14/06/2026: Everything was excellent, we had a great time.
The owner was fantastic, the staff was kind and professional.
We felt at ease.
Highly recommended.
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