La Locanda dei Camini In Botrugno

It's my first time in Puglia, a beautiful region. I've visited the entire coast from Otranto to Porto Cesareo, but one evening I decided to spend an evening at Locanda dei Camini in Botrugno (LC), recommended by my nephew, a lover of raw fish—not fresh, but very fresh. I had a delightful evening, starting with the appetizer and ending with the main course, all fish-based, with a few dishes featuring grilled cuttlefish. Everything was excellent, but the Sicilian-style sea bream with tiny capers and local olives was truly exceptional. Yes, truly, I've never eaten as well as at this restaurant. Then it all went with an authentic, top-quality French champagne, and to finish, several semifreddos made with cream, pistachio, dark chocolate, and hazelnut spumoni—a true delight. It was a huge hit with the excellent product. Fantastic. I'll definitely be back. The service was impeccable. Thank you for your hospitality.

Unique experience and quality food 🔥

This was my first time at Locanda dei Camini, and I had lunch there during a communion celebration. The experience was truly excellent. The raw fish was incredibly fresh, with attention to detail and refined pairings that showcase the quality of the ingredients. The atmosphere was elegant and welcoming, and the service was attentive and professional. A perfect place for those who love quality seafood and want a special experience in the heart of Salento. The owner was extremely kind; the dining room staff was professional. Highly recommended!

Great experience, we dined here with local friends. The food was fresh and carefully prepared. We followed the owner's suggestions, and they were excellent. I recommend the mixed raw appetizer, and among the cooked dishes, the mackerel eggplant (both delicious). For the main course, the gratin prawns. The desserts are also excellent.

Wow wow wow, Giuseppe number one.

A simply extraordinary experience. This restaurant is one of those rare places where everything seems to work perfectly: the atmosphere is warm and elegant without being pretentious, the service is attentive yet natural, and the cuisine… simply memorable. Each dish tells a story of carefully selected ingredients crafted with great sensitivity. The flavors are balanced, authentic, and never banal. You can clearly sense the passion behind the cooking and the respect for the ingredients. The staff makes you feel welcomed with a sincere kindness, the kind that can't be improvised. It's one of those places where time slows down and where a dinner truly becomes an experience. If there were a definition of perfect hospitality, it would probably be very similar to this restaurant. I will definitely return, and I recommend it to anyone looking for something more than just a meal: here you can experience a small moment of happiness. ✨

Definitely one of my favorite places. Beautiful, well-kept, and welcoming atmosphere. Excellent, tasty dishes, high-quality ingredients! I always enjoy coming here, but when mushroom season comes around, I know the porcini mushrooms are simply fabulous. The fresh tagliolini with porcini mushrooms is a real treat! As is the tagliolini with white truffle. The appetizers, featuring mushrooms or other seasonal ingredients, are also a real treat. Meat and fish abound, and quality is paramount. Impeccable service.

Super food...welcoming staff...a lovely place...I highly recommend it!!!

I had dinner on New Year's Eve with my family, we found the welcome and food top notch, I really appreciated the attention given to my 3-year-old daughter for whom the owner prepared an excellent "tailor-made" dinner, excellent service, excellent food and prices in line, all in a very nice place. I recommend it.

First and foremost, what makes the difference is the friendliness, attentiveness, and care of the people who work there, and the owner, Giuseppe, is an example of dedication and love for what he does. As soon as you enter, you feel this welcoming energy that envelops you, making you feel like you're in a loving, warm, and relaxing place. Secondly, the flavors triumph. Culinary journeys through Salento tradition, the highest quality ingredients, and a fine selection of wines. Here you can find everything that's good for you: smiles, attentive service, divine food, and well-recommended wines. Every dish is a fulfilling promise kept. Congratulations, Giuseppe, to Valentina (dressed with great kindness), and to all the other staff. If you feel like warming yourself by their fireplaces, know that they will ignite joy within you.