I migliori ristoranti di cucina mediterranea in Puglia

01/05/2026: Welcoming place, friendly staff, excellent food

01/05/2026: Dinner with friends, we enjoyed delicious dishes following Debora's suggestion. Kindness, courtesy, and professionalism. We had a wonderful time.

12/02/2026: Perfect. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.

22/01/2026: No fuss, just great cuisine There are places you don't discover by chance, but they stay with you like a memory of a successful trip. Andrea's Vecchio Frantoio is one of those places where time slows down, your phone ceases to matter, and the food speaks much better than anyone else. If you want to eat truly well, then you have to go to Andrea (for locals), to Vecchio Frantoio for everyone else. Period. Andrea is gruff, fussy, precise: he notices everything. Really everything. But it's precisely thanks to these "adorable" quirks that he cooks divinely. Products that don't pass muster are sent back to the sender without appeal, trial, or the possibility of a plea bargain. Quality first, friendliness... perhaps second. The restaurant is typical of the area: entering is like stepping back several centuries. Here you won't find Nordic design or Instagram-worthy lighting, but a real olive oil mill transformed into a restaurant, where the only modern aspect is the satisfaction you leave with at the end of the meal. At lunchtime, it's mostly frequented by locals (who know where the food is served) and by passing salesmen who, upon entering, wonder why they didn't arrive earlier. It's hard to say which dish is the best, especially since we've never managed to get a wrong order. My wife and I love the house pizza, but between fried fish, first courses, and second courses, we tried hard to find something to criticize. Mission failed. To say we didn't like anything would be a complete lie. We've brought friends to this place, and years later, they still talk about it as one of the absolute highlights of their vacations. Some remember the sea, others... Andrea's cooking. If we added an extra smile to all this, then yes, we could easily call it a Michelin star. But maybe not: that half-smile less is an integral part of the experience, like the service charge or the warm bread. "Andrea and family" are like that, and it would probably be a disaster if they weren't. You don't come here for the sweet talk, the clichés, or the "How are you, everything okay?" repeated every three minutes. You come here for the culinary art, to feel welcomed in its own way, and to leave with your taste buds in awe and a smile (ours) plastered on your face. A round of applause also goes to those who are at the forefront today, the owner: her daughter Valentina and her husband Angelo. On several occasions, I even managed to get a smile out of them. In those moments, I felt like a scientist winning the Nobel Prize in the most complex discipline ever: "the eradication of smiles in a hostile environment." And yes, I did win that Nobel. In conclusion, I can only say one thing: coming to Vecchio Frantoio is an experience, and we always love returning. Even without a Michelin star. Here... the star is already there.

29/01/2026: I had the pleasure of hosting a lovely 50th birthday party, and the guests all enjoyed an excellent menu, punctuated by plentiful and fun dancing. The atmosphere is original and welcoming. Ample parking available. Highly recommended.

14/12/2025: We were there on Friday for our association's usual dinner. We ate everything seafood-based, from appetizers to raw seafood, including first and second courses. Everything perfectly reflects the owner, a delightful, polite person ready to satisfy customers. The same can be said for the table staff, always smiling and attentive to ensure we didn't miss anything. The premises are meticulously clean, a combination of positive factors. If you're looking for positive things, go to Filippo. I add honors and academic acclaim to the 5 stars. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

19/04/2026: A simple, open-air restaurant with excellent food. It feels like stepping back in time to grandma's lunches. Excellent. Full menu price €35.

22/03/2026: Very welcoming restaurant, good service, and excellent food quality, a typical family lunch. Recommended for those who want a quick lunch with home-style food. Good value for money.

04/05/2026: Delicious meal in an old traditional building.

03/05/2026: A casual but very nice place. We went here on a holiday, so we had to book in advance. The place is centrally located. The food was very good, featuring typical local dishes. Even the dessert was excellent. The staff was very kind! For me, the only downside was the space; they put four of us at a table for two. But we overlooked it since it was a holiday.

13/05/2026: We were there my wife and I during our first day in Gallipoli for a wonderful sunset experience. great drinks , great service , super fair prices! Sunset is amazing from this spot

12/05/2026: Excellent restaurant, very good food, excellent service, very pleasant staff, beautiful view. If you're ever in town, go there. I would definitely return.

13/05/2026: Everything was great! Hats off! Thank you for your kindness, friendliness, and professionalism! 🌺

22/04/2026: Welcoming atmosphere, with tasting of typical local products, very kind owners

02/05/2026: Everything was super good Perfect bill Elegant and pleasant place Friendly service Giorgio was very friendly Rating 10 🔟

19/04/2026: A beautiful location, "an old Palmento where the grapes were crushed by foot and pressed in perforated presses," filled with antique winemaking tools. The vaulted ceiling is truly evocative. We had two appetizers (one seafood and one meat), two first courses (orecchiette with turnips and smoked scamorza cheese and fresh pasta with sausage and cherry tomatoes), and two mixed roasts, all very good. The staff were very friendly and attentive (they make you feel like part of the family). There were four of us, and we left feeling full and satisfied, and most importantly, we paid a fair price. Bravo! ❤️

10/05/2026: I discovered this little restaurant in Lecce's historic center, tucked away in a quiet alleyway, far from the hustle and bustle, and it was a wonderful surprise. The atmosphere is relaxing, the ambiance is elegant, and the table setting is truly stunning: sophisticated, original, and thoughtful. The food was also excellent. The staff were extremely kind and attentive. A place where you can feel at home and where I'll gladly return.

09/05/2026: Everything was delicious, I'll be back soon 🥰

21/04/2026: We had dinner with just the main course, a Florentine steak for two, baked potatoes, homemade desserts, and a good local Primitivo wine. The meat was delicious and perfectly cooked, and everything else was good. The service was excellent; rarely do you find such knowledgeable and courteous young people. The price was reasonable for the quality.

20/04/2026: We stumbled on this one before an excursion. We both loved our dish.

16/12/2025: Excellent location for a break, breakfast, aperitif and whatever you want, friendly, competent and helpful staff, absolutely recommended

22/05/2026: Contrary to the menu, the scampi were missing from the plate, but there was a double portion of squid. No explanation, no price reduction. No bread despite the €3 cover charge. More show than substance, because it looks nice.

19/05/2026: Rude and impolite staff. Terrible experience