15/02/2026: It's hard to find the words to describe the excellence of the experience we had at Il Tettuccio. The service and cuisine reach a truly rare level.
Before even taking our order, the maître d' took us on a short journey through the history of several dishes, explaining their origins and suggesting how to best enjoy them. This attention to detail demonstrates passion, expertise, and great respect for the ingredients.
We began with fried calamari in peanut oil, chosen as an appetizer. Simply impeccable: ultra-fresh calamari, crispy and dry breading, surprisingly light. One detail that isn't always obvious is the use of peanut oil, often avoided due to its cost but essential for ensuring clean and fragrant frying: a choice that demonstrates the uncompromising attention to quality. My partner, who frequently suffers from stomach problems, was able to enjoy it without any discomfort—a rare occurrence—and this speaks volumes about the care taken in preparation.
For our first courses, we chose spaghetti with local clams and spaghetti with sea urchins. Both were extraordinary: perfectly cooked, with distinct, balanced, and authentic flavors. All accompanied by a wine excellently recommended by the wait staff, a perfect match for the dishes.
To conclude, the special Valentine's Day dessert, available that evening, was a refined conclusion worthy of the entire experience.
A dinner that wasn't just a meal, but a gastronomic journey, curated down to the smallest detail. We will definitely be back.
27/01/2026: The welcome was excellent. The staff was extremely kind, professional, and attentive to every need without being intrusive. Gennaro and Valentina were thoughtful, courteous, and affable. The raw materials were of the highest quality; the appetizers, first courses, and second courses were extremely fresh (light and crispy fried food). Each course was an explosion of flavors and elegantly presented. I would say it was a real treat, perfect for a special dinner. We'll be back. Best regards, Valentina and Guerino🤗 (holiday home in Barletta's Duomo).