I migliori ristoranti di cucina giapponese in Puglia

31/05/2026: Fantastic experience, truly high quality raw materials and well prepared, top staff, super kind and fast

28/03/2026: The service and atmosphere were like a 1990s neighborhood pizzeria. After more than a quarter of an hour, we were still waiting for a table; after another twenty minutes, we were still waiting to order, and after 45 minutes, we still hadn't received water. The wait for the food was also incredibly long. Two of the staff were friendly, but their organizational skills were seriously flawed. The acoustics weren't suitable for this type of restaurant, but more suited to a pizzeria. Three-star food, but the prices were five-star superior. My companions had been there before and reported a significant overall deterioration. Total disappointment!

28/03/2026: We returned to Kaori after the change of management. The welcome was immediately pleasant, and the atmosphere suited the setting, with just the right amount of lighting that didn't tire us out throughout the entire dinner. We mostly love eating at the counter, and here we immediately met Thiago, a Brazilian-born chef with experience at various sushi restaurants, including Nobu Milano. Speaking with him, we immediately understood his passion for his work and his dedication to listening to his customers' needs. The right amount of dialogue and surprises the chef offers are crucial to the omasake experience, and in our case, we also share his love for citrusy, bolder flavors, unlike the current trend at most sushi restaurants, making the dishes extremely sweet with the magical soy sauce that covers everything. In short, the perfect blend of Oriental and local flavors that the Kaori staff manages to convey.

01/02/2026: It's a shame that the Kaorino cocktail bar isn't a standalone review (only the restaurant is listed here), because it deserves its own review. A very refined location, an intimate and private atmosphere, and well-crafted cocktails. The only thing I can't justify is the €3 cover charge per person: we dined at the bar, with no table service and not even water included. In other cities or abroad, similar service is accompanied by tangible elements (filtered water, welcome snacks, table setting). A pleasant experience, but this detail completely clashes with the quality of the concept.

02/07/2026: The Japanese food was very well prepared, with fresh, high-quality fish. There was a wide variety of sushi and sashimi options. The atmosphere was very pleasant, with a semi-enclosed balcony and a beautiful sea view. The price was quite reasonable, around 30 euros per person.

01/06/2026: The best sushi in the Lecce province, excellent quality, a go-to restaurant for anyone looking to spend a relaxing evening enjoying the finest Japanese cuisine and more. I always return with great pleasure. The owners Luca and Albino and the manager Antonio are always welcoming and professional.

26/05/2026: Extremely poor quality food. We ordered both raw fish and shrimp, as well as dishes containing cooked tuna. The raw fish was of very poor quality, and the cooked tuna had a truly unpleasant flavor. The atmosphere was stuffy and dimly lit. The service was barely adequate: the staff often stood there staring and laughing. It should be noted that there were only us and one other couple in the dining room (on a Saturday evening), but the service was slow. After a few dishes, we decided to pay and leave with almost empty stomachs. Never again, absolutely not recommended.

01/03/2026: Overall, it's okay. The food is good quality, but the service was a bit annoying. At one point, they repeatedly asked if we were sure about our order, only to then take our tablets away at 2:45 PM because the kitchen was closing. The place was small, dark, and windowless, and we smelled terrible when we left (even our coats were completely soaked in it). I'm mentioning this because, had we known, we wouldn't have gone.

06/04/2026: We were there today for the first time, very clean place, perfect food and very nice owner, we recommend it

25/03/2026: We had lunch here for the first time today. I'll start by saying that the quality of the food is excellent... the staff is really kind, helpful, and very friendly... it was a great discovery. We'll definitely be back soon. Thanks again.

15/03/2026: Ordered takeout for 9pm (arrived promptly) and had to wait a good 45 minutes before it was ready.

12/02/2026: Hagakure is always a guarantee! The nigiri are incredibly fresh, and you can taste the quality of the fish from the first bite. The rolls are also truly delicious, with balanced flavors and meticulously prepared. Don't just stop at the sushi: the dishes are also worth trying, equally thoughtful and delicious. A place to definitely return to! 🍣

21/05/2026: in an order made by Delivero they sent me the poke but there was a hair inside and the tempura prawns were tiny

24/01/2026: The food was undoubtedly good, as it is every time I eat here (except for the meat gyoza, which didn't have their usual flavor). The only negative point concerns the table layout. Last night, we were seated at the table next to the door leading to the outdoor seating area: a decidedly unpleasant situation in the winter, with the cold coming in every time the door was opened. Not to mention the rudeness of some customers who left without even closing the door, forcing me to get up several times to do so myself. When I dine, I want to be relaxed, not have to close the doors. They should definitely find another way to access the outdoor seating area, at least during the winter season, because yesterday's dinner didn't go as well as we'd hoped, but more importantly, as we'd expected from a place like this. I hope to change my mind next time I come here.

06/04/2026: Honestly, we had a really good time. The food was really good, the service was fast, and the staff were friendly. I think the value for money is really good. I'll definitely be back.

11/03/2026: I'm giving one star because I can't give 0, terrible experience, we got up and left (paying), zero hygiene, the floor was so sticky it was difficult to walk, the food was inedible, raw dishes... honestly I don't recommend it... not even to my worst enemy.

24/02/2026: Excellent home delivery service

12/02/2026: Much better than it used to be... the place is plagued by incompetent staff, the food doesn't taste fresh at all, it seems to be all the fault of the management that changed a year ago, I hope the "inclusion" was worth it

31/10/2025: I was very impressed. From the location to the atmosphere, the food service, and the professionalism of the staff. The quality of the dishes was excellent.