I migliori ristoranti di cucina italiana in Lecce

12/11/2025: Excellent meat. Very friendly service. We arrived without a table and they did their best to find us one. In the end, we enjoyed a delicious, high-quality burger at a high table outside. Definitely recommended. Thanks, guys!

03/11/2025: As soon as it arrived, the smell of the grill made me realize I was about to eat something special. The burger was simply spectacular: soft but lightly toasted bread, juicy and perfectly cooked meat, with that touch of smoky flavor that makes all the difference. The sauces were balanced, not overpowering the ingredients but enhancing them, and every bite was an explosion of flavor. Even the crispy, golden fries completed the experience impeccably. You can taste the attention to detail and the passion of those who prepare it: nothing is left to chance. A burger this good makes you want to come back the next day... and maybe even the same day! 🍔🔥

26/10/2025: Went for dinner here last week. I had the orecchiette frutti di mare and it was magnificent! I was thinking it looked lovely but my goodness that first mouthful. My sister and I were the only people there that night. Which was very surprising considering how great the food was. It made our last night in Otranto a special occasion. My sincerest thanks to the chef/owner.

17/09/2025: Enjoyed my second dinner at this restaurant. It was again excellent. A restaurant where the food is cooked with great attention to detail. In my opinion, one of the best restaurants in Otranto. Insider tip!

22/09/2025: Service was quite cold might have been because we didn’t speak much Italian but we were trying servers seemed quite frustrated with us but we tried. We ordered a few dishes the stars were the baked mussels 10/10! And the Irish beef with Bree and potatoes was excellent the cook on the steak was perfect and we enjoyed both dishes thoroughly. We also had the lobster pasta dish which was good but the lobster wasn’t cracked and didn’t provide any utensils to get into the legs and claws so was quite difficult to eat.

06/09/2025: We had a lovely girl’s night dinner here, so here is a breakdown of how it went: We were greeted promptly and seated at a table in their whimsical garden. There is an extensive wine list, we opted for a sparkling rosé which was just perfect for a warm evening. For starters we shared the octopus alla Luciana - it was cooked to perfection : Tender, flavourful, and crispy in the right places. The chef is very creative with her flavours but it’s not overpowering at all. We also shared the cozze gratinate: very interesting twist on the classic, using smoked provolone cheese. Delicious ! I had the calamarata with swordfish and tuna, basil, tomatoes and pangrattato - now I’m not sure what these comments saying the fish isn’t fresh come from - the fish was VERY fresh, and I live here so I know the difference. The pasta was perfectly cooked, 10/10. My girlfriends had the lamb, which was very good and served with cherries, and the Ombrina fish in limoncello butter sauce - divine. I know it sounds weird but the flavours are delicate and very well balanced. We didn’t get dessert because we met up with other friends after, but were offered some shortbread cookies on the house. Thank you to the staff for this unforgettable experience ! I will be back.

29/06/2025: Very good and fresh food. The girl in the dining room was very efficient!

28/06/2025: Pasta was great, seafood fresh and location was central hidden in the shade and with nice windy breeze. Priced a bit more touristic. Overall a solid 4+

09/11/2025: Highly recommended. Homemade bread and pasta made with Tumminia wheat. Wood-fired dishes. Try the onion stew!

18/09/2025: Don't miss it! The Moscato ice cream with biscuits and the homemade pasta dishes are especially excellent. The staff is exquisite, as are the dishes. :)

22/10/2025: Excellent choice in San Cesario de Lecce. We ordered some fries and the burrata, mortadella, and pistachio pizza, and it was a delicacy. Very attentive and friendly. We ate there; there are two small tables outside. Many people came to place their orders. We would eat here again.

27/09/2025: A wonderful little place in a small Italian town! We had dinner here several times and tried different pizzas each time – one with traditional dough and one gluten-free. Both were amazing, and the gluten-free pizza was by far the best I’ve ever had in Italy! The staff were incredibly kind, we always got a table on the patio, and the owner was genuinely delighted to welcome visitors from Poland. Each time we were treated to limoncello and grappa, which made us feel truly special. Nowhere else in Italy have we experienced such warm hospitality. Highly recommended – and if we return to Puglia, we’ll definitely come back!

17/10/2025: This place champions the excellence of local cuisine with unique dishes that blend innovation and tradition. The look and flavor of the food are unforgettable, as are the refined wines paired with the dishes. The dining room exudes a serene atmosphere, and the service is impeccable. More than just a dinner, it's a culinary experience. Definitely worth a try!

05/10/2025: Wonderful experience! The chef is a very talented young woman who combines tradition and new flavors in a beautiful and tasty way. Very attentive service. Very nice atmosphere. Highly recommended!

25/08/2025: Truly excellent pizzas – crispy crust, fresh ingredients, and perfectly cooked. Friendly service, highly recommended!

15/06/2025: Very good pizza! Always fresh and quality ingredients, light dough. Friendly and helpful staff, there is always room for a smile and a heartfelt gesture. I will definitely be back!!!!

03/11/2025: Excellent pizza, both versions offered. Friendly and helpful staff.

21/10/2025: This pizzeria is a wonderful discovery, offering freshly made gluten-free pizzas and a wide variety of toppings. Superb service and delicious gluten-free desserts. I highly recommend it!

18/11/2025: Good food, both in the pizzeria and in the meat and fish restaurant, very generous portions, and the square where the restaurant is located is really beautiful.

29/10/2025: Rustic place but with good food and accompanied by friendly and helpful staff

15/11/2025: The food was terrible. All expectations for a San Martino celebration in Lecce fell short.

10/11/2025: Traditional flavors, knowledge, and courtesy! Highly recommended.

09/10/2025: We would like to warn you: Avoid this restaurant. The food was just OK. The service and atmosphere were disastrous. The waiters were unfriendly and monosyllabic. He wasn't even willing to explain the dishes to the two ladies from France sitting next to us. That can really spoil your evening. Otherwise, we've only had good experiences. We would like to warn you: Avoid this restaurant. The food was just OK. The service and atmosphere were disastrous. The waiters were unfriendly and monosyllabic. He wasn't even willing to explain the dishes to the two ladies from France sitting next to us. That can really spoil your evening. Otherwise, we've only had good experiences.

08/10/2025: I had lunch at "A Un Passo Duomo" during my stay in Lecce. In addition to eating spectacular sagne, I met Mirko, who added a special touch not only to the dessert but also to my stay at the restaurant... Another person in my heart and another place in my heart here in wonderful Lecce... highly recommended place... I hope to return as soon as possible!

06/10/2025: Excellent coffee shop, quality and artisanal products

05/10/2025: Great coffee & great pastries. This place is a gem.

07/09/2025: This restaurant was recommended to us by locals, and we were surprised by the wonderful hospitality and delicious food, with very reasonable prices (you wonder how they can survive on this...). The waitress even spoke a little French. We would definitely go back and can 100% recommend this restaurant. Thank you!

29/07/2025: The best restaurant in Salento in my opinion and 11 other people's opinion. Excellent quality of starters and first courses and the raw fish is out of this world.

02/11/2025: 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.

20/10/2025: A place found by chance and a pleasant surprise. Homemade food and friendly service. Thank you all from Spain.