I migliori ristoranti di cucina mediterranea in Puglia

05/01/2026: Great experience, friendly staff, spacious and spotlessly clean rooms, and new furnishings. Top of the line.

18/12/2025: Good restaurant, a little expensive

11/01/2026: Entering Anima & Cuore means crossing the threshold of a place whose name embodies its most authentic promise: a cuisine that doesn't simply nourish, but also tells a story, welcomes, and restores its identity. Located in the heart of Galatina, in a historic building adorned with mosaics and a warm, refined atmosphere, this trattoria-restaurant has become a go-to place for those seeking contemporary Salento cuisine, respectful of tradition yet never lacking in creativity. The fresh pasta dishes—from spaghetti alla Grika to orecchiette with burnt wheat—show a confident hand, showcasing the raw ingredients without overpowering them. The wine list is extensive, with a keen eye on Apulian wineries and a selection of national and international wines that balance the seafood and meat dishes. The staff is attentive, quick, and friendly: a welcome that contributes to a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, unpretentious yet professional. The ambiance, with its indoor dining rooms and panoramic terraces, offers a different experience depending on the season: intimate in the winter, bright and airy in the summer. Prices are in line with the quality of the offerings.

04/01/2026: In the ancient heart of Galatina, where the stones whisper centuries-old stories beneath star-shaped vaults, stands Anima&Cuore: a name that isn't merely a label, but a whispered promise, a confirmation that becomes reality in every dish. The exquisite blend of the soul of Salento fuses with the heart of those who cook and those who serve, in an embrace of care that envelops you from the first smile upon entry to the final greeting. Every detail is a poem: the delicacy of the gestures, the attention to every detail, the quality of the flavors that dance on the palate like the notes of a revisited ancient taranta. I've dined twice at this enchanted refuge, and each time I've felt the region come to life in authentic, fresh creations, steeped in sea and land. Now all I have to do is try their pizzas, and if this is their calling card, my mouth is already watering. Anima & Cuore is not just a restaurant: it's an emotion to be experienced, shared, and recommended.

27/12/2025: We stumbled upon it by chance, without a reservation, one day during the Christmas holidays. We'd heard good things about it, and it deserved its reputation: we had excellent raw seafood (compliments to the accompanying sauces), a first course (tagliolini spunsale and anchovy colatura), a second course (sea bass with chard cream), and two desserts. Everything was delicious! It must be said: the price isn't cheap. The service was truly friendly, both to us and to our dog. I recommend it for a special occasion.

08/12/2025: Lots of Japan influence in the food. A nice interpretation of Italian fusion food.

01/01/2026: I'm sorry to leave a negative review. Unfortunately, we had terrible food. The first courses were tasteless, the prawns disgusting. But the icing on the cake was the finale, when they brought you the symbolic Christmas desserts: panettone and pandoro, the cheapest on the market. At least they could have saved that, all for €75 per person. The quality of the ingredients was zero. We won't see each other again.

28/12/2025: A very nice restaurant with plenty of space. The service was impeccable, the food exceptionally good, and the selection of dishes excellent. Highly recommended.

29/01/2026: The seafood and meat appetizers were truly amazing, as were the pizzas. Excellent value, and the staff were super friendly and polite.

27/01/2026: Everything was good. The waiter was very courteous. The atmosphere was a bit chilly.

29/12/2025: A sure thing. I've been coming here for years and have never been disappointed. Excellent value, but above all, the certainty of enjoying a great pizza accompanied by attentive service. Well done, keep it up.

17/12/2025: Everything very simple and comfortable, friendly owners, I recommend it.

31/01/2026: We ordered the tasting course for four people. It was very delicious, and it suited the Korean palate as well. The menu mainly features home-cooked meals from the Puglia region. Almost all the dishes on the menu were from the southern region. We went on a Saturday lunchtime, and it was quite crowded, so it's a good idea to make a reservation.

15/01/2026: ...what can I say...an experience to absolutely avoid. The food was bland, and neither the staff nor the owners took any action to remedy the situation...as if everything were normal.

23/12/2025: My boyfriend and I went to this little restaurant in September. Fantastic place! We spent a bit because we didn't want for anything, but the quality of the food and wine was worth every penny. The fish was incredibly fresh, and they recommended the right wine to pair with the dishes. The staff was very kind and knowledgeable. Excellent customer service! High quality, definitely recommended.

20/11/2025: Quiet location Excellent value for money Friendly and fast staff

23/12/2025: Very good food, but do NOT bring children. They are not welcome and we felt very stressed from the moment of walking in and the waiter’s disdain. I took my kids outside while we waited for the first course and he scorned me for the ‘food getting cold’ when we returned only minutes later. The waiter insisted he said it wasn’t a place for children on the phone, which was not clear for us. Great atmosphere and food for an adult only meal.

02/12/2025: We chose the regional menu and were absolutely delighted. The presentation, ambiance, value for money of our lunch, and ultimately the delicious meal were the highlight of our visit to Ostuni. Bravo!

01/01/2026: Excellent very good restaurant Excellent a very good dinner

30/12/2025: Best restaurant I've ever tried

14/09/2025: We arrived in Puglia yesterday and were hungry. Restaurants here naturally open later than in Germany. Calogero opens as early as 7:00 PM, and the reviews were very good. Absolutely right. We can recommend the restaurant without reservation. If you're looking for a sea view, you've obviously come to the wrong place. But the food is excellent. We had Scottish beef tagliata, grilled and fried vegetables, a pizza, wine, water, a sorbet, and espressos. All of the finest quality. The service was extremely attentive and friendly. Of course, there was also water for our dog. We will definitely visit the restaurant again. Many thanks to the whole team. Continued success. Greetings, Max We arrived in Puglia yesterday and are famous. The restaurants here are naturally the later ones than in Germany. Calogero apre all 7:00 pm and the reviews are mostly positive. Assolutamente giusto. Consigliamo il ristorante during the prenotation. Se cercate una vista mare, avete ovviamente sbagliato posto. My phone is excellent. Abbiamo preso tagliata di manzo scozzese, verdure grigliate e fritte, una pizza, vino, aqua, a sorbetto e caffè espresso. All in all, high quality. The service is extremely attentive and cordial. Naturally, Hanno Persino fornito water for the nostro cane. Torneremo secured at the restaurant. Grazie di hearte a tutto il team. Vi auguriamo and successo duraturo. Cordiali saluti, Max

01/09/2025: I spent a delightful evening with friends at this restaurant. The food was excellent, and above all, we were treated very courteously, attentively, and pleasantly by the tall, black-haired waiter.

26/12/2025: Delicious food! Vladimir was incredibly kind and made us feel truly at home. The meat was excellent, the fish equally excellent: it's rare to find a restaurant with such high quality on both. Stefano, on the other hand... took care of just cashing in 🤣 Everything was top notch

20/12/2025: Everything was delicious, especially Vladimir's service.

04/01/2026: Rude, unpleasant, and arrogant waiter...mediocre food

24/12/2025: Seafood restaurant on the marina, excellent value for money, I recommend it to anyone who wants to make a good impression on any occasion. The gazebo outside is fabulous both in summer and winter.

06/01/2026: Great welcome, excellent pizza and restaurant.... really friendly waiters..

02/01/2026: We had dinner at Maria and Mimmo's, who are two wonderful people. The place is very welcoming, the service impeccable, and the food is fresh and excellent. Excellent value. Highly recommended if you're passing through Savalletri or if you want to eat good seafood.

04/01/2026: Everything was perfect. Excellent location and excellent food, presented with the utmost attention to detail. Very friendly staff. We'll definitely be back.

17/11/2025: This restaurant is close to the train and a classic italian american fusion!