Pizzeria La Gigante In Lecce

The only flaw: the chips I bought to pass the time arrived after the pizza... it was Saturday and I can understand, but as constructive criticism it's fine!

I have known this place for decades, and it will always remain my favorite, quality products, excellent doughs and flavors, courteous and fast staff, Luca, the pizza chef, for many years has been inventing a gourmet pizza on the spot, always different and original, he has never disappointed me.... If you find yourself in Lecce, a pizza from this place is a must.

I don't want to lower my score so as not to ruin the overall ranking; it doesn't seem fair to those who work hard, and do it well. The downside is mostly in the price, which unfortunately is in line with the rest of the pizzerias in Lecce, which are a bit more cutting edge. We're not locals, we knew it had good reviews, and we were also charmed by the beautiful exterior, the so-called location. We wanted a simple pizza, the kind you get on a Saturday night, when you can. Pizza brings everyone together, satisfies all tastes, warms the atmosphere and your heart. There's no denying it, it actually turned out to be a good pizza. But the downside of this review is the price. Could someone say, "Didn't you look at the menu with the price list?" Yes, but when you're with friends, you mostly focus on the flavors and choose the beer that best suits your taste. After all, we were at a pizzeria. But in Lecce, eating a simple pizza, even with toppings, has become something for the few. There will undoubtedly be many problems and expenses, but it's not a Michelin-starred restaurant with a fully-operated stove and chefs everywhere. €10 for four covers... €17 for four small beers, two of which are not at all welcome. In short, while I respect the work of all of you, from the pizza chef to the waiter to the entire staff, we're talking about a pizza, a beer, and a fried food for four. And thank goodness we didn't enjoy the sweet and sour. €77 seems excessive to me, with all due respect for those who work and pay taxes. Mind you, we're no longer tourists but locals, so with these prices, may God bless you.

The pizzas here are truly exceptional, with a light yet chewy crust 🍕✨. The toppings are fresh, authentic, and there's a wide variety of options. They even offer senza glutenine, senza lattosio, and vegetarian options upon request. It's so thoughtful! A must-try in Lecce 🍽️! Even better, the waitstaff is incredibly attentive and the food is served quickly. The restaurant is clean, comfortable, and has a great atmosphere. Perfect for a get-together with friends or solo. Highly recommended! 👌🏻~

Every time it's a confirmation: delicious pizza and friendly staff. I was confused about the reservation, but they still managed to accommodate us and seat us outside.

Excellent pizza, much appreciated even by those who don't like crusty pizza. High-quality ingredients, highly recommended.

A great welcome, with a welcome drink, and the same excellent quality as always.

Excellent pizza, very kind staff!

La migliore pizza senza glutine di Lecce… ottimo impasto e ottimo condimenti… la Prendo ogni sabato sera e la consiglio a ogni celiaco! Ottimi anche i fritti senza glutine ! Personale gentile e location accogliente ! Voto 10

Pedí una pizza margherita con hongos para llevar. Se me preguntó (pensé) si me gustaría que los hongos estuvieran cocidos o crudos. Pedí cocinado, esperando tener hongos salteados. Terminó teniendo tal vez hongos en aceite de oliva - se sentía viscoso y textura desagradable para comer. Esto podría haber sido un escenario de “perdido en la traducción”, donde pedí la cobertura incorrecta de hongos, pero ninguno de los dos disfrutamos de la pizza. Estoy seguro de que las otras pizzas en este restaurante eran mejores dadas las otras críticas de TA.