I migliori ristoranti in Lecce

22/03/2026: Finally, as an Abruzzese in Salento, I've tasted some of the typical and unmistakable flavors of my homeland. I went to Ferro e Fuoco restaurant one weekday evening. It's a long avenue with plenty of parking, then you turn the corner and find a beautifully appointed entrance, complete with fountains, greenery, and fairy lights. The restaurant is large and elegant, but not overly so, in a warm and welcoming way. The entire staff and the owner, who is Abruzzese, were very welcoming. I didn't tour the entire restaurant because there was a private party going on, which I honestly didn't notice, as it was an indoor party and I was in the covered entrance overlooking the garden. I ordered an appetizer and was completely lost. Served on our traditional platters, I immediately dug into the tripe, then moved on to the mutton alla callara, mushrooms, and so on. Flavors of a lifetime that I'd missed so much. I continued with the delicious cured meats and cheeses, then made way for the arrosticini. What can I say? Small and tender, it seemed like a dream to savor such deliciousness again. After countless "scarpette" (a type of bread) to avoid leaving behind the delicious toppings, I finished the dinner with the inevitable (in Abruzzo) "ratafià." I plan to return often, both to try EVERYTHING, to take a few more photos, and above all for the warm welcome. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ❣️

18/03/2026: Very nice, elegant place with a lovely fountain outside, very friendly staff, and excellent pizza. I lived in Naples for a few years, and since then, I've rarely found good pizza anywhere else in Italy. But here, I have to say, it's really good.

22/02/2026: A sensational discovery in the heart of Maglie. There were four of us, and at the recommendation of chef Stefano Marti, we tried the tasting menu: a five-course menu (two appetizers, one first course, one second course, and one dessert each, with matching glasses of wine) that amazed us from start to finish. High-quality ingredients, unique and successful pairings... An impeccable result. The service was excellent and prompt; everything was taken care of down to the smallest detail! I absolutely recommend treating yourself to a meal like this... Not to be missed!

21/02/2026: Excellent venue, good food, and great cocktails. Impeccable service, courteous and polite.

20/03/2026: One of the best rustic dishes I've eaten in Lecce

19/02/2026: STUNNED!!! Last night I called the bar and, from a VERY KIND girl, I ordered 20 pasticciotti to take away to Reggio Emilia the following morning as a souvenir of home. This morning, as usual, I went to the bar, lined up in an orderly fashion at the register, asked to pay the due amount, and a cashier, just as KIND as the girl I'd ordered the pasticciotti from the previous evening, told me I had to pay at another register. I went to the new register, lined up again in an orderly fashion, introduced myself, and paid the due amount (€22.90) by debit card. A young man in his forties served me, I picked up the pasticciotti, and before leaving, I asked if he could exchange a €20 note for two €10 notes (I should have given €10 to my father, who, in the meantime, was waiting in the car to take me to the station). The man tells me he doesn't have change, inviting me to go to the other register where I had previously arrived. I thank him and walk away: so far, it's been a normal conversation in a crowded Lecce bar. I take a few steps to the other register and the man INEXPLAINABLY blurts out, in front of everyone, loudly saying: "THIS IS ITALY, GENTLEMEN! HE PAYS ME WITH MY DEBIT AND THEN WANTS THE MONEY IN CASH!!!" Astonished by the situation, I go back and ask the bartender for an explanation, telling him that I had asked for a favor and that once he told me he didn't have the bills, I walked away, but not before politely thanking him and wishing him a good day. The man, evidently annoyed by the fact that I had paid by debit card, continued to up the ante, reiterating, loudly and mockingly, that my request was absurd and that I couldn't demand cash since if everyone paid electronically (he was probably also annoyed with the customer who had paid for his breakfast before me by debit card), he wouldn't have any. After trying in vain, in front of an audience of customers who were reluctantly witnessing a third-world financial discussion, to convince my interlocutor that he shouldn't have given me the two €10 bills he was supposed to hand over, and that I certainly couldn't know if he could have had €20 in previous cash payments, I asked him if he'd had an argument with someone before, if he'd slept badly, or if he was simply angry with me, whom I was seeing for the first time in my life. Since the situation had become ABSURD, I decided not to ask for change for my poor €20 bill, not even at the second register where the cashier was gawking at the scene, for fear of being lambasted for such an outrageous request. I left with my €20 pasticciotti, guilty of having been paid by debit card instead of cash. Moral of the story: for me, from today on, BAR STOP will be BAR NO STOPPING, EVEN TEMPORARILY. Pasticciotti? I'm unlikely to eat them... I hope the gentleman responsible for this scene isn't the owner and that he apologizes to him (more than to me) for the embarrassment he made at a historic bar in Lecce in front of a dozen or so patrons at 5:45 on what should have been a quiet morning in my hometown of Lecce. Thanks for the experience.

26/02/2026: Everything was very good. A wonderful little place, a renovated old trattoria. We opted for an appetizer of sweet and sour pickled vegetables and mixed grilled meats. A typical house dessert with custard. Highly recommended. We'll return when we're in the area. Average price.

22/02/2026: A historic and typical Salento restaurant, where you can rediscover traditional flavors, with traditional appetizers (pittule) accompanied by fantastic pickled vegetables. We tried the "Pezzetti di Cavallo" (Horse Pieces), which were definitely delicious and tender. I didn't particularly like the plating, nor the piece itself. It almost tasted like "pasticciato" (stuffed meat). To me, the piece is more like a stew served in a bowl... but they were definitely good. The best thing we ate was this dish called Papalina... I absolutely recommend it; I loved it, even though I'm not a fan of vegetables, let alone cooked ones. The only downside was the chocolate salami. They were slices of salami so frozen they couldn't even be eaten with a fork, and they were overly sweet... I didn't like it.

14/02/2026: Beautiful place, clean and with attention to detail...my husband and I have been there several times for both lunch and dinner. The menu is varied and delicious, suitable for both meat and fish eaters and vegetarians like me. ❤️ They also offer takeout. We'll definitely be back.

11/02/2026: An elegant setting offering refined, high-quality food, with great skill from the staff and management. Simply excellent.

14/10/2025: This restaurant always serves the freshest seafood, prepared with passion by Chef Tiziano. Lunch here is a fantastic experience. The service and attention to detail are top-notch.

01/10/2025: We ate there for two evenings, very fresh fish cooked by those who know how to handle the ingredients well. Stopping here is a must if you want to eat well.

18/03/2026: Hospitable place, good food, I ate the ribs and I found them delicious, I asked for them without BBQ sauce because I like to feel the flavor of the meat without particular sauces, and it melted in the mouth, just the right portions, very kind and helpful staff, I gladly recommend them

11/03/2026: Professionalism and service at the highest level; great guys, my trusted pizzeria for years now 😍😍 Highly recommended to everyone ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

26/01/2026: We've already come across this well-known and popular pizzeria. On Saturday, we celebrated my wife's birthday, as usual, and everything was top-notch. Thanks everyone, see you next time.

03/01/2026: The magic ingredients: Good food, tranquility, and kindness!!! ...Da Bruna is a restaurant I've been frequenting for years, and every time I find the same authentic atmosphere. The cuisine is based on genuine products, and you can clearly sense the love for good food and things done well. The restaurant is family-run, and this is immediately apparent: the kindness of the owners is one of its strengths. The pizza is delicious, with top-quality ingredients, as are the appetizers, first courses, and second courses, all carefully prepared and flavorful...I've tried them all now. A special mention goes to Rossana, who embodies kindness personified and is also an excellent cook, capable of putting passion and skill into every dish. A place where I can relax and the quality is consistent over time.

21/10/2025: Excellent food, service and environment 😋😊

14/10/2025: Excellent pizzas, very friendly service with great value for money! What more could you ask for! I recommend 👍🏼

27/01/2026: A place that doesn't need to be loud to impress. The cuisine delights with clear flavors, fresh ingredients, and a refined touch that makes each dish special. Everything feels light, honest, and lovingly prepared. The atmosphere is relaxed and warm, ideal for a quiet evening away from the hustle and bustle. The service was attentive, friendly, and arrived at just the right moment. A restaurant you don't just visit, you take with you.

19/01/2026: La Scarpetta Hostaria is a true guarantee. High-quality ingredients, carefully prepared dishes, and authentic flavors: everything was delicious, from start to finish. The service was impeccable, with great courtesy and attention to detail. Special thanks to Giordano, the owner, who gave us excellent advice on our choice of dishes, from appetizers to dessert, making us feel truly pampered. We'll definitely be back!

24/09/2025: Very good beer, decent focaccia, and a friendly atmosphere that could be improved. It's okay for a quick aperitif... but the price is a bit high for two small slices of focaccia and two take-out beers. They could do better.

18/09/2025: Staff was super friendly, welcoming and helpful, we had a good time

07/01/2026: Discovered through word of mouth from friends, it's a delicious restaurant! We had the set menu for €35, which included cover charge, drinks, and dessert, and I must say it's a fair price considering the generous portions and the number of dishes (four main courses per person, a mix of meat and fish, served in generously sized central plates). The staff was so kind that they immediately provided takeout containers for us to take home the leftovers. I was truly satisfied with the flavor of the dishes and the warm and welcoming dining room with its star-shaped vaulted ceilings. I would gladly return!

04/01/2026: We went here to celebrate a birthday on New Year's Eve. The service was excellent, the staff were kind and helpful, especially the waiter, who was at our service all evening. The food was delicious and, above all, plentiful, and when it came time to get the bill, the cost was truly minimal, considering how much we consumed. The place was also very beautiful and welcoming, we will definitely be back.

15/02/2026: Perfect experience, one of the most characteristic and welcoming places in the area. The owner is kind, polite, and courteous. The food quality is excellent, highly recommended.

08/02/2026: You feel at home. Friendliness, professionalism, top-notch taste. Wonderful ancient oil mill in the countryside near Gallipoli

25/12/2025: During the Christmas holidays, I had the opportunity to try these wonderful delicacies. The owner, Lucia, is helpful, cheerful, and very professional, and recommended some truly excellent products. Highly recommended!

12/10/2025: A bakery you have to visit if you're in the area. Exquisite friendliness and delicious pastries ❤️

06/09/2025: A truly charming and evocative shop, it feels like stepping into a different world. Full of delicious treats: candies, jams, cookies, and many other delights. The decor is meticulously crafted, creating a unique and special atmosphere.

24/08/2025: A superb store! The salesperson is very friendly and offers great advice! The products are local! I recommend it!