I migliori ristoranti in Basilicata

28/03/2026: There are restaurants that impress you, and then there are places that stay with you. Regiacorte is the latter. The setting is stunning: rooted in the ancient stone of the Sassi, refined without being precious. The food honours its territory — local ingredients treated with care and intention, every dish earning its place on the plate. What truly sets it apart is Paolo and his team. The hospitality was genuine, not performative. We arrived as guests and left feeling like family. So much so that we returned the following morning, not for dinner, but simply for a coffee and the view. That says everything. If you find yourself in Matera, Regiacorte isn't a suggestion. It's a requirement. Bravo, Paolo. Bravo.

24/03/2026: I had very high expectations for this restaurant, which unfortunately were completely disappointed. The LOCATION was simply top-notch (truly beautiful), but from the moment we arrived, the experience fell short: instead of being seated in the main room, we were seated in an extremely narrow secondary space, with the tables practically next to each other. This made any form of privacy impossible, forcing us to overhear the conversations at the next table. To make matters worse, we were positioned near a corner bar and a service staircase, with a constant coming and going of waiters and noise that further compromised our comfort. The service also wasn't in keeping with the type of establishment: the staff was constantly rushing around, talking loudly among themselves, and making a lot of noise. Furthermore, having to walk down the stairs right next to our table, waiters often rushed down them, almost jumping, only to suddenly find themselves standing in front of us. A decidedly unpleasant and unprofessional situation, which made the experience even more unpleasant. On a positive note, however, the waiter (probably the manager) was kind, helpful, and attentive, trying to manage the situation as best he could. Unfortunately, this aspect was just a side effect of an overall negative experience. The menu was also limited (only three choices per course), and, even worse, several dishes were unavailable. We were informed of the lack of some dishes only after we were seated, and even after we had ordered. The wait was unacceptable: over an hour and twenty minutes for a first course. When it finally arrived, the alternative (gnocchetti) was disappointing: too salty, poorly cooked, and completely lacking in character, especially considering it was supposed to be a seafood dish—the only other option offered, after all—but whatever. Overall, a deeply disappointing experience from every perspective, especially considering the price paid and the expectations raised. Based on my terrible experience, I would not recommend it.