L'Ortale In Otranto

Great rosé and food, nice outdoor terrace to sit on in the shade. Unfortunately, very unfriendly and slow staff. Be careful in case of serious allergies or dietary requirements, as these are not taken into account despite mentioning them twice in Italian!

Lovely place to hang out and enjoy those precious moments of life

This became our regular breakfast spot while in Otranto. Delicious pastries and coffee for breakfast with a stunning garden. We also went for an aperitif in the evening

I should start by saying that I love L'Ortale. Every time I spend time in Otranto, I always gladly return, because for me it remains a truly magnificent place, with a special atmosphere. Precisely because I care deeply about this place, I'd like to make a small observation that I hope can be seen as a constructive starting point. Today, in 2026, I believe it's important for a restaurant to be increasingly attentive to different dietary needs: gluten-free products, vegan options, or alternatives for those with allergies or intolerances. It's not just a matter of choice, but also of making everyone feel welcome and comfortable, especially when in the company of people with different needs. Unfortunately, we found very few suitable options and had to settle for a small aperitif. And it's a shame, because such a beautiful place deserves to be able to be enjoyed by everyone. I'm sure that with a little more attention to this aspect, it would become even more special and would be one more reason to happily return time and time again.

I ate the best focaccia in Puglia here, GRAZIE RAGAZZIS 🤌

Amazing place to relax after a long visit. The food selection is proper quality!

A very sophisticated and unique venue, with unique and top-quality gins. We'll definitely be back for a second round of full tastings!

There is a VERY cute cat at this bar. The wine, coffee and pastries were also delicious 😋

It is exactly the kind of local secret you would walk right past. From the outside, it looks like a small shop, but if you take the trouble to walk inside, you will be pleasantly surprised. They have a beautiful courtyard where you can relax and enjoy a cup of coffee or a charcuterie board. And these are just two of the many tasty things for sale. There is a small wine cellar where you can sample the wines they have, and if you like, you can buy a bottle. The explanation about the wines was also very good; from the production to the taste, you could really hear that the staff member knew their stuff. They have a cat inside at the passage to the backyard, and if you aren't "approved" by the cat, you aren't allowed in 😁😁. I found it a very pleasant surprise, and we stopped by again a few days later to sample some other tasty things. The music was also very relaxed, a mix of jazz and other similar music; before you know it, an hour has already passed 😃. You are asked to take your tray with everything you used back to the bar yourself, though; that might be the only "downside" if you mind. We didn't find it a problem.

A charming place, a gem waiting to be discovered in the historic center of Otranto. Excellent hospitality, Alberto is the perfect host. The food is excellent, and the cocktails are fantastic, personalized with homemade ingredients. We'll definitely be back. Congratulations!