I migliori ristoranti di cucina mediterranea in Puglia

16/11/2025: My family and I went to Ai Portici during the week, and at first we were a little hesitant because the place is a bit hidden and we couldn't see anyone, but what do they say? Never judge a book by its cover, right? And after reading the reviews here on Maps, we decided to give it a try anyway, and despite our hesitation, we were truly amazed. The service was fast, especially since there weren't many people, but that didn't take away from the experience. The pizza is amazing!!! Lovely, piping hot, juicy, and with a perfect Neapolitan crust, just the way I like it! Being a Neapolitan pizza lover, I found exactly what I was looking for here to feel a little bit like I'm in Naples 😭😍😍😍😍 Overall, Ai Portici is a small and somewhat hidden place, but it's absolutely worth it: excellent quality pizza, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu is extensive and the prices are moderate, considering we're in Monopoli! We also had dessert, which was delicious and carefully prepared! I recommend it 😍

13/11/2025: Amazing pizza, one of the best Ive tried in Italy; very good prices also.

11/10/2025: Without a reservation, the staff was very helpful and found us a table. Excellent service and excellent seafood. We can't say enough about this restaurant!

04/10/2025: Spectacular as always. The best.

23/11/2025: Very disappointing place. The waiter seemed to be in hurry all the time and his behaviour was condescending. The meal with cod smelled like an old fish and something burned. Water (payed) was served without any question. Portions were very small. Nothing in common with good Italian cuisine.

04/11/2025: Awarded the Bib Gourmand 2025, Osteria Piazzetta Cattedrale is a beautiful restaurant nestled in the heart of Ostuni's historic center. The setting is charming and the service attentive. The meat dishes are particularly successful: the lamb chops are tender and full of flavor, while the perfectly grilled veal tomahawk steak rivals the finest restaurants. However, the pasta dishes—especially the lobster gnocchi and the risotto with oyster sauce—don't quite reach the same heights. Every restaurant has its strengths: here, I would definitely focus on the meat dishes.

01/10/2025: One of the best restaurants in the province of Lecce. I've known it for many years, and every time I go, it's always a surprise. It's one of the few that satisfies me in every way. Excellent food, excellent service, and a stunning location.

23/09/2025: I really don't like leaving negative reviews. In fact I never do (truly I'm not just saying this) because I know the effect they can have an a business. However I think people should get a glimpse of the restaurant before coming here to spend a ton of money for subpar quality food. How can you be a in a region with an absolute surplus of olive oil and have food this bland at exorbiant prices. I don't think there was a grain of salt on any dish. It's also criminal to call an appetizer red prawns then get 4 pieces of the tail of a prawn that is barely bigger than a finger nail. I would have also rather been spared the "mixed greens" under my octopus as it was just that. Mixed green with nothing on them and majority of the leaves were rotten. Also a lobster pasta dish in which it requires you to crack your own lobster with your hands? Trying to make food into something "artistic" is the downfall of dining. Put something on the late that is worth eating and priced fairly. 45 minutes between starters and mains is a no for me as well. Rest assured this is an honest review....sadly

26/06/2025: A real surprise from Paolo e F.lli in Acquaviva! I tried the stuffed panzerotto, truly spectacular: crunchy on the outside, stringy and tasty on the inside, prepared with care and quality ingredients. The white pizza with buffalo mozzarella and raw ham alla caprese was an explosion of freshness and taste: light and well-cooked base, creamy buffalo mozzarella, sweet raw ham and perfect cherry tomatoes. Balanced, tasty, simply delicious. And to finish, a fragrant and well-seasoned arancino: tasty but not heavy, one of the best I've ever tried in the area. Fast and friendly service, fair prices. A must-see for those who love street food made with heart and quality.

12/06/2025: Luogo storico a conduzione familiare molto frequentato dai giovani...

18/10/2025: A very charming restaurant in the historic center of Otranto. Excellent cuisine and impeccable service. Highly recommended.

17/10/2025: Delicious food, typical dishes. And very charming service: a young man with big ambitions for the Netherlands. 😉 We wish him all the best!

17/11/2025: Great people, very kind. Delicious food, excellent service! We'll definitely be back, greetings from Germany!

08/11/2025: Always a sure thing. The raw seafood is fantastic, as are the first courses and fried fish.

12/11/2025: Congratulations, everything was delicious... delicious dishes with attention to every detail. Not to mention Katia's desserts, they're truly amazing!!! Highly recommended!

12/11/2025: Very pleasant atmosphere and excellent food

11/11/2025: Everything is as expected, the owner is friendly and welcoming.

10/11/2025: A beautiful place; I really appreciated the style and lighting, and the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The food is excellent. We tried the appetizers: the delicious homemade mixed fried fish, the cod tempura with yogurt sauce, and the swordfish parmigiana, both delicious. Then we had the first courses: spaghetti with mussels and clams, very good, and seafood pasta carbonara, which was fabulous. The portions are also generous. The staff is professional, courteous, and friendly. Congratulations!

30/11/2025: The pistachio pasta changed my life. I was here 3 months ago and I still dream of this pasta.

28/11/2025: We dined at Scarpetta Hostaria for the first time, and I can say without hesitation that it was one of the most pleasant dining experiences I've had in Lecce. The restaurant is elegant but never formal, with attention to detail and a welcoming atmosphere that immediately puts you at ease. One of the aspects that struck me most was the attention to gluten-free options: all the dishes served were completely gluten-free, from appetizers to main courses, without any restrictions. A truly rare plus, especially with dishes of this caliber. This was one of the few times I've even been served gluten-free bread so I could enjoy the house-made olive oil: a simple gesture that demonstrates care and sensitivity towards those with specific dietary needs. We followed the house's recommendations for warm dishes, a selection of appetizers that proved excellent: very fresh fish, light and crispy fried foods, and crisp, never overpowering flavors. The red snapper as a main course was the true star of the evening: perfectly cooked, soft and flavorful, with balanced garnishes. A dish alone is worth the visit. The service is impeccable: attentive, knowledgeable staff, always present but never intrusive. Each course is carefully explained, enhancing the experience and conveying all the passion behind the kitchen's work. The value for money is absolutely right considering the quality of the ingredients, the skill behind the dishes, and the overall experience. It's one of those places that leaves a lasting impression and makes you want to return, and in our case, we certainly will. A restaurant that combines tradition, flavor, and customer service, even when it comes to gluten-free options, without compromising on quality. Highly recommended for those seeking a high-quality, authentic dinner with attention to every detail.

19/10/2025: Great pizza place - very authentic and nice. The service was very good and friendly. We had a great time here.

18/10/2025: A very pleasant evening with excellent service, especially friendly and extremely accommodating. I would 100% recommend this restaurant to everyone. One minor quibble: you get the feeling the manager would like to see a higher frequency of service at the tables. Nevertheless, a super nice place with friendly staff and good food at absolutely fair prices.

05/11/2025: Cool place close to the water. Make sure to ask what they have that was caught that day. We had a fish i had never heard of or seen before as an appetizer. It was really good. Those aren't its actual eyes...I added pomegranate seeds.

30/10/2025: Great seafood dinner. I had the pasta with seafood and it was delicious ! Thank you and we hope to come again.

23/10/2025: The place is small but refined and clean. It's located in the historic center, so it's easy to reach on foot. The service is young, professional, and friendly. The dishes are definitely the highlight of this place; the sea urchin carbonara is out of this world, and after trying it, I've never ordered it anywhere else. Overall, I recommend this place if you're in Otranto, especially for a romantic dinner.

21/10/2025: We had a great dinner with great service and high quality of the dishes. Because of a fish allergy and pregnancy they adjusted the menu for me. Which was really kind and delicious! They even had great sparkling 0.0 wine! Thanks for the great evening.

31/10/2025: The atmosphere was intimate and very welcoming. The table service was prompt, but cold and disinterested. Throughout the dinner, not even at checkout were we asked how it went. The child's cavatelli with tomato sauce was completely overcooked, but he ate it anyway because he was very hungry and didn't want to wait any longer. The pasta was so soft it broke on the palate. I had a first course with creamed peppers, but it was very bland (I generally eat very lightly at home). The octopus appetizer on fava bean puree was good, but the portion was really small, so you have to ask for bread baskets. I didn't like the chestnut dessert, but I should point out that personal taste may have played a big part. I had intended to report this at the cashier if asked how it went, but nothing happened. Too bad, never mind. I chose it to celebrate my birthday and had high expectations overall, but for now, I wouldn't recommend it. UPDATE: NO, the customer isn't always right. I've adjusted my "food" rating (from 1 to 2). In fact, the child's pasta was inedible (zero), the octopus was a 3, and the bland first course was a 2. A "2" rating is probably more likely. In any case, I don't think it's very elegant or polite to criticize using such terms. But reading your responses, even to other less-than-positive reviews, only presumption, sarcasm, annoyance, and arrogance emerge. You need to accept that perhaps something went wrong with some customers, instead of criticizing everything in a harsh tone as if it were unacceptable and out-of-touch reviews. I even thought about returning to change my mind, but it put me off. Good luck.

29/10/2025: Always in search for a good meal in every location I visit. PerBacco did not disappoint one bit. Located a bit off the main strip, this place still maintains a warm and cozy charm about it. The surprising highlight was the complimentary stater of olives fried in tomatoes. For appetisers, the grilled octopus is mandatory. Perfectly cooked, not chewy and the tips of the tentacles were lightly charred and crunchy. For mains, rely on the owner to recommend a seasonal dish as the menu is on rotation. For dessert, I had a seasonal dish of chestnut mousse and whipped ricotta with dark chocolate.

21/11/2025: Fine, exquisite food, unique atmosphere

27/10/2025: A simple restaurant with very helpful and friendly staff, a good wine selection, and Michelin-starred first courses. Piero is very kind and came over to thank us personally at the end of the service. Very much appreciated. The atmosphere is a bit too stuffy for my taste.