I migliori ristoranti di cucina italiana in Lecce

16/02/2026: Excellent food, a wide selection of delicious dishes, mostly seafood. Attentive and qualified staff, including Rita, was impeccable. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming.

06/01/2026: Elegant atmosphere, very kind staff, excellent cuisine

04/04/2026: Bel Ami is a sure thing, especially for business lunches. The chef, an exceptional host, always knows how to put our guests at ease and pamper them. The fish is incredibly fresh and the wine list is top-notch. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and professional. Their artisanal gelato at the end of the meal is absolutely not to be missed. An excellent address in the heart of Maglie. Highly recommended.

27/03/2026: I stayed one night for work. The service was TERRIBLE. In the morning, I found virtually no staff at all for breakfast, and after a 40-minute wait and 3 reminders, I left without being able to use it. The room, I must say, was decent, although not very well-maintained.

26/09/2025: We chose Tallarini for our wedding in San Giovanni delle Formiche, and we weren't wrong. Everything went according to plan, with impeccable service and excellent food. All our guests were truly satisfied. A heartfelt thank you to Antonio, who looked after us with professionalism and patience without ever being intrusive. He was an exceptional host! <3

13/09/2025: Wedding September 11, 2025 We chose San Giovanni delle Formiche for our wedding, and everything was perfect! From the magical location, to the super friendly staff, always ready to accommodate any request, and not to mention the sublime food. It was a wonderful day to remember, and I have to thank Tallarini and the entire staff with all my heart!

01/03/2026: Excellent products, exquisite meat, very kind staff and owners.

04/02/2026: Very nice and unique place, excellent dog, the ribs are a spectacle, courteous and attentive service, the bathrooms are also worth seeing

01/03/2026: Excellent products, exquisite meat, very kind staff and owners.

04/02/2026: Very nice and unique place, excellent dog, the ribs are a spectacle, courteous and attentive service, the bathrooms are also worth seeing

11/11/2025: A very pretty fortified castle in the heart of the village of Andrano. The site regularly hosts concerts and exhibitions. Beautifully restored interior.

11/10/2025: Very beautiful, in the summer period there are village festivals and typical lights.

06/05/2026: ## **A combination of tradition and creativity in the heart of Galatone** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I dined at **Arte e Cucina** attracted by the promise of combining local gastronomy with a touch of refined aesthetics, and the experience did not disappoint. ### **The Experience** * **The Atmosphere:** The restaurant is extremely welcoming and meticulously designed. The atmosphere is perfect for a quiet dinner, where the design blends seamlessly with the village's spirit. * **The Cuisine:** The dishes are the restaurant's true strength. The quality of the local ingredients is evident, but what's truly striking is the artistic plating that lives up to the restaurant's name. The appetizers and first courses are excellent, with bold yet balanced flavors. * **The Service:** The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and ready to recommend the perfect wine pairing. The wait times were just right, allowing us to enjoy the evening without rushing. ### **Why 4 stars and not 5?** The experience was excellent, but there's some room for improvement regarding some menu details (perhaps a few more off-menu options) and the acoustics of the room when fully booked, which can be a bit noisy. > **In summary:** A must-visit if you're in Galatone and looking for cuisine that satisfies both the palate and the eye. Absolutely fair value for money. > **Recommended for:** Couples, small groups of friends, and anyone looking for a quality evening.

27/04/2026: Good food, good service, friendly staff

14/09/2025: Restaurant serving typical Salento dishes. Delicious food and truly excellent service!

12/09/2025: On the edge of the historic center, a lovely restaurant serving rich, delicious traditional dishes, complemented by friendly, helpful service!

30/04/2026: Despite the pouring rain, the service was cheerful and friendly, which is rare; as a woman traveling alone, I was even allowed to choose my own table. Wonderful local white wine and spaghetti frutte di mare – what more could one ask for to be happy? Thank you so much, grazie.

24/03/2026: Beautiful location in the heart of Otranto's historic center. The service is excellent thanks to the highly trained, friendly, and helpful staff. The restaurant offers high-quality traditional dishes, thanks in part to the excellent work of the kitchen. I was there on Saturday for lunch and will definitely be back.

10/05/2026: A truly excellent place; the Ligurian pasta from Scampi and the seafood from La Mare are superb. The red wine is top-notch. Don't hesitate to go if you're passing near Gallipoli.

11/04/2026: The pizza was very disappointing, thin and soft and with little topping.

06/09/2025: Fabulous place. First of all, it has very convenient parking, which is always a plus 😜 for those coming from Gallipoli or by car. But it's also very convenient to walk here if you're on vacation like my wife and I and happen to be sleeping nearby. Comfortable seating, beautiful lighting. Varied menu. The sales assistants are very friendly and professional. Everything is delicious 😋🤩

03/09/2025: Excellent fish, carefully prepared dishes and friendly staff

07/04/2026: I've been frequenting this place with my friends for a while: sometimes the experience is excellent, other times less so (for example, when we were given a table near the bathroom, with constant comings and goings and noise). Overall, however, the food is good and the atmosphere is pleasant. What unfortunately left me perplexed was the customer handling in an unpleasant situation. During service, a waitress accidentally spilled an entire beer on me. She was very kind and immediately took steps to fix it, which I appreciated. The problem came later: at the end of the dinner, no one officially apologized, nor was any kind of attention shown. I spent the entire evening in a wet shirt and jeans, and the only comment at the cashier was "Oh, I didn't know about that." For me, it's precisely these little touches that make the difference, especially considering how many good pizzerias there are. I'll continue to recommend it, but after this experience, I have a few more reservations.

28/03/2026: A very pleasant discovery in the historic center of Galatina where we spent a pleasant evening in a pleasant environment where we were able to enjoy an excellent pizza. However, I do not feel like giving more than three stars due to a very bad habit of the staff of this place, namely that of making an excessive number of people wait near the entrance where there is no space. In my opinion, they should work better with the reservation times.