L'Osteria In Martano

Central location. The appetizers are absolutely delicious. Always different and typical of the area. Everything is delicious!

The staff is young, polite, and well-trained. The food is excellent; among other dishes, I enjoyed a sublime spaghetti with sea urchins. The wine list is good.

A place found by chance and a pleasant surprise. Homemade food and friendly service. Thank you all from Spain.

Every time I go to Martano, I change restaurants to try them all. This year, L'Osteria left a lasting impression on me!! The host's mixed antipasto, the fresh tagliolini with clams and mussels, and finally the lemon sorbet were delicious! Absolutely worth a try. You eat like a king!

After a long time, I've been thinking about it, and I'm finally giving my overall opinion, my review, of this place. Let's start with the assumption that, as described, it's an Osteria, and therefore should be compared to other establishments in its category. Both in the distant past and more recently, I've frequented it hundreds of times, from simply enjoying a simple but excellent pizza to convivial gatherings with family, friends, and dignitaries. It has never betrayed my trust. Never. At the Osteria of Maurizio and Letizia Protopapa, people I respect for their professionalism and great availability, it feels like being at home, in the best sense of the word, with the added bonus of good, typical local cuisine that's always fresh and plentiful, regardless of whether you're a regular or a passing tourist. They make no distinction, and I've always noticed this over time. Let's start by judging their "simple" mixed fried food and long potato panzerotti as a centerpiece. It seems simple, but there's art to it. To move on, even though we rarely order them, to the mixed seafood appetizers. For my tastes, the highlight is the sagne ncannulate (a sort of fresh pasta fettuccine rolled and closed at the ends), especially served with tomato sauce and horse meat strips, and then topped with a variety of seasonal accompaniments, such as today's fresh porcini mushrooms. The main courses are varied and always plentiful, from various types of roasted meat, pieces of horse meat in tomato sauce, quality cheeses and cured meats, fried fish, and more. They offer a wide selection of wines, both mid-range and high-end. The selection of beers is equally extensive, and finally, there's a wide selection of spirits to choose from. The price is very fair for the quality and quantity of food. My heartfelt compliments to Maurizio and Letizia, as well as to the kitchen staff, Salvatore and Antonio.

Excellent value for money, very varied menu, in summer it is very pleasant to be hosted in the ancient side street

Fantastic place, we can't wait to go back

Generous portions, good wine. The appetizers weren't cooked fresh from the day they were made.

A restaurant in the center of Martano that reflects the essence of the town. Generous and carefully prepared dishes. The owner and staff are very helpful. Excellent value. A perfect place to complete a holiday in Salento. Thank you.

Cena con amici, accoglienza dello staff preparato ed efficiente… veloce nel prendere la prenotazione e servire. Antipasto ricco rigorosamente tipico del luogo. Ciceri e tria più che buoni… seppia arrostita, tagliata di manzo e frittura mista tutto eccellente.