I migliori ristoranti di cucina italiananella città Melendugno della Lecce

17/09/2025: I'd like to point out that I'm writing this review only after having dinner there a few days ago. Let's start by saying that the atmosphere is nice and the wait times are almost non-existent, which we paid for ourselves (aside from the fact that the place is tiny). The problem is the kitchen... Among the meats we chose for dinner, there was a burger that arrived overcooked on the outside (it wasn't burned, but crispy/firm and dark), while the inside was undercooked (red meat)... ground beef needs to be cooked thoroughly. Not to mention the various pork meatballs we ordered, which were the same thing. In fact, these weren't overcooked on the outside (I didn't give much thought to the outside doneness given the inside...), but on the inside they were completely raw, worse than the burger. Remember, this is pork! One would usually expect a competent person to cook it, given the excellent reviews (as well as the number), but in this case, neither quantity nor quality mattered. I'd add that a plate of potatoes, which they call a large portion but which would actually be enough for one person (or at most split between two), costs €12, and a plate of vegetables as an appetizer (3 slices of zucchini, 3 slices of eggplant, 3 slices of beetroot, a kind of mousse, and every green vegetable you can imagine (maybe because I'm from Abruzzo, but I've eaten some good ones there) costs €15, even though it was a poor dish (in quantity and quality). Two appetizer dishes for €27 weren't even worth €10... it's practically a scam, justified only because it's in a touristy place. We also ordered 4 sausages that didn't arrive; we had to ask for them after 30 minutes, but 5 arrived... and to top it off, they marked 2 waters on the bill when we only ordered one. You eat better and pay a fair price in Lecce than in a place like this. Highly not recommended!

17/09/2025: Divine, to say the least! Quality meat, cooked perfectly to your liking. The staff is friendly and helpful. The ability to choose your favorite from the meat counter and have it delivered to your table in 10 minutes is brilliant. Highly recommended!

02/10/2025: I loved the service and the food. It's worth going, the food is delicious and plentiful.

01/10/2025: Excellent ingredients and consequently excellent cuisine, both meat and fish...very kind and professional owners! Very good value for money! See you next year! Greetings from Abruzzo. ☺️

16/09/2025: Good restaurant with terrace overlooking the sea, friendly and attentive staff

12/09/2025: Beautiful beach, not too many people, quite a few pebbles when you get into the sea... we take deckchairs and a parasol, they insist on sticking us with other couples (smokers) even though there really aren't many people!! Just look at the photos!! The food is good and the prices too for a beach restaurant... to do again

03/10/2025: Very abundant and tasty roasts, very kind staff

30/09/2025: There were six of us and we had a fantastic time! For appetizers, we ordered two large frittini and a portion of fries: generous portions and incredibly tasty. Five of us chose pizza (truly excellent), and one of us chose the mixed grill with sides, all cooked to perfection. To finish, we absolutely had to try the Nutella pizza. We spent almost €25 per person; excellent prices. The location is beautiful and well-kept, the staff is friendly and always attentive to our every need. A special thanks to Daniel, professional and truly helpful: he made our experience even more enjoyable. We will definitely be back, highly recommended!

12/10/2025: Last night we finally managed to find room for three at this grill restaurant! We booked a table, arrived, and sat down! We ordered a mixed grill as per the menu, along with a bottle of good wine...a bit of a wait, but it was worth it...excellent wine, plenty of grilled meat, so delicious we couldn't eat it all...and to finish, some liqueurs offered by the owner.... Excellent value, highly recommended!!!! See you next time...

07/09/2025: Yesterday, September 6, 2025, we went to Mamba!!! I don't know where to start... absolutely EVERYTHING was positive! The waiters were kind, fast, and attentive... congratulations to everyone. It's not a given that you'll find these qualities. Delicious pizza, exquisite dessert (cheesecake). The wait times... practically zero, we came in at 10:15 PM, and by 10:45 PM the pizza was already on the table. The prices??? Affordable, I'd say excellent. As for the meat... until next time, we'll try it!!! CONGRATULATIONS.

22/09/2025: Well done everything! Recommend it 100%!

22/09/2025: We came here two evenings in a row because we loved it so much! Highly recommended, as it's so beautifully simple and delicious. Located in a small town right in the center. Pizza, wine, salads, pasta, and fish – there's something for everyone. Definitely worth trying.

14/09/2025: Very tasty food, good service, absolutely fair price!

13/09/2025: I give it 5 stars for the service and food. We've been twice and paid very low prices for a generous selection of appetizers, first courses, and second courses. Unfortunately, the atmosphere was a bit dull because the music in front was too loud.

26/09/2025: An almost prestigious atmosphere and excellent dishes

26/09/2025: Everything was delicious, a very nice discovery!

12/10/2025: Very nice place, good food and service. But didn't have tiramisu.

12/10/2025: As a good Salento native I tell you that it's disgusting, nothing more.

29/09/2025: Stunning location, to say the least. Knowledgeable and professional staff. Excellent value for money. Exquisite food, incredibly fresh and delicious fish!! Well done guys!!!

26/09/2025: I don't recommend the seafood pasta. It was completely tasteless. I probably won't try any of the other dishes. The next door is incomparably cheaper and tastier. Dinner in one sitting. I won't be back.

22/09/2025: The perfect atmosphere for a post-beach lunch. We ate wonderfully. We had peppered mussels, seafood scialatielli, and octopus in a pignata. Everything was delicious. I recommend it to anyone passing through.

16/09/2025: This was our second consecutive year at this restaurant, and what can I say: exceptional. Good food and impeccable service. Linda and Jesus, who run the dining room, are two of the best, an added bonus. Congratulations 👋🏻

08/09/2025: bad bad. We booked at 9pm and at 10.30am the kitchen was already closed.

07/09/2025: Beautiful place, kind staff, humble, friendly and good owners 🩷

27/09/2025: We only used the camper area as the farm was closed at the end of September. Simple and basic, convenient for reaching the beaches of Alimini and Baia dei Turchi. Bathrooms are basic, perhaps in need of some updating.

29/08/2025: We ate here one evening, featuring locally sourced vegetables and produce, homemade, local cuisine. Everything was very informal, with a lovely courtyard.

02/10/2025: Thank you for the wonderful dinner on October 1st...it's us...the seven members of the CAI Varese walking the Salento trail. Excellent appetizer and excellent spaghetti...excellent value. A great way to get going!! ...thanks for the historical and entertaining explanations!!!

28/09/2025: The staff is efficient, friendly, and professional. The food is excellent and carefully prepared. We ate excellent fish, generous portions, and you can feel the passion in what they do. They exude a love for their local area.