la torre di merlino In Lecce

I return to this restaurant after several years. The pizzeria is no longer there but the management is the same. Very nice and kind owners, really excellent food. Must try. Reservation is recommended.

An exceptional New Year’s Eve dining experience We had the greatest surprise for the New Year when we discovered this restaurant, without expecting such a fantastic menu. This place alone is an excellent reason to come to Lecce to enjoy Italian cuisine in all its splendor. The food was simply exceptional… Each dish was a real delight, with perfectly mastered cooking. The service was incredibly kind: simple, humble, but perfectly in line with the menu offered. At the end of the meal, we were very surprised that this restaurant was not starred, as the experience was so fantastic. We will definitely come back during our next visit to Lecce!

...(Ex Chef) Historic venue, the best restaurant to eat in Lecce, high quality food prepared with love☝️🫶 and competence, tradition and innovation, excellent bread products all prepared by them, I recommend the cereal focaccia prepared with onions of caramelized Tropea, excellent veal with tuna, carefully selected food prepared with extreme skill, unique and decisive flavours. A true journey into flavours. Beautiful, warm, welcoming environment, culture and tradition meet, not just a simple restaurant. First class owner and staff. Super recommended for those who have a real knowledge of food and a palate that knows they know quality and taste.

Found by chance, happy with the excellent dinner and the kind service. The best tortelli I have ever eaten, the recommended Primitivo is fantastic!! Thank you

Magnificent evening at Torre di Merlino, characterized by quality, tasty cuisine and the family hospitality that the owners, Antonio and Manuela, reserved for us. Few times do you feel so comfortable in a place, feeling pampered and welcomed as we did yesterday. Chef Antonio's menu offers a choice for all tastes, including traditional Salento land and sea dishes, cooked in an authentic yet refined way. Manuela is an excellent hostess, able to advise the customer and guide him in his choices. We can't wait to return!

Questa sera, dopo diversi giorni nel Salento, sono finalmente riuscito a mangiare un piatto di orecchiette con le cime di rapa preparato come si deve. Le cime erano amare come la cicoria e inizialmente avevo pensato che fossero di un tipo particolare che cresce solo qui, ma poi ho scoperto che si tratta di una primizia e che le cime a inizio stagione sono amare. Ottimo anche il crostino con la stracciatella e le alici. Il pasticciotto scomposto invece lo avrei preferito meno bollente. Molto gentile la signora che mi ha amabilmente intrattenuto a parlare di tutto al momento del pagamento del conto (decisamente onesto) e mi ha offerto i biscottini con il vino dolce.

The Merlin Tower is a true jewel in the heart of Lecce, a gastronomic experience that stands out for its excellence in every detail. The quality of the raw materials is extraordinary, and the culinary research is reflected in refined and refined dishes, from the appetizer to the Sweet. Each course is a harmony of flavors that tells a unique and authentic story. The staff has a rare kindness and competence that contributes to making the evening impeccable. The owner and chef is a very talented figure, among the absolute best in the city, capable of expressing an art through cuisine that goes beyond the simple pleasure of the palate. La Torre di Merlino undoubtedly confirms itself as one of the best restaurants in Lecce, a place where hospitality and gastronomy meet in a perfect balance.

Hemos tenido un mes en Italia y esta fue la mejor comida de pasta que hemos tenido. El especial de la casa iba a morir, al igual que la tagliatelle boloñesa. Todos los aperitivos y entradas fueron una delicia. El vino era genial y el servicio era excelente. Magnífico. VictorB

We have had a month in Italy and this was the best pasta meal(s) we have had. The house special was to die for, as was the tagliatelle Bolognese. All the appetizers and entrees were a delight. The wine was great and the service was excellent. Magnificent. VictorB

I have been frequenting this place for years and I continue to love it for the accuracy of the food, the enchanting place, the unique and very pleasant welcome of the owners.