I migliori ristoranti in Lecce

21/08/2025: I stumbled upon Bar New Tandem in Cavallino almost by chance while looking for some sweets for my mother-in-law, who was taking them with her to Naples. It was around 9:00-9:30 in the morning, so a fairly normal time for breakfast, but upon entering, I immediately noticed that the display case, despite being very large, was almost empty: just a few pasticciottos and a few other sweets. I must admit that the initial impression wasn't the best, especially considering the place is quite well-known and well-reviewed online. Luckily, we managed to grab the last pasticciottos available, which we tried right away and took away. And I must say, the product itself is truly delicious: the crumbly pastry, the perfectly sweet cream, and a flavor that reveals the quality of the ingredients and the artisanal craftsmanship. This is precisely why it's even more disappointing not to have found a larger display case, because it's natural to think how unfortunate it would be to limit yourself to trying just a couple of desserts when the entire lineup is probably truly worth it. The prices are fair, and the staff was friendly and helpful, which definitely adds to the overall experience. All in all, I'd say the place is worth a visit, but perhaps it's best to go at a slightly later time than I did, when the sweets are fully stocked. If you happen to be passing through Cavallino, it's definitely worth stopping by and sampling their products, starting with the pasticciotto, which remains a guaranteed success.

26/10/2025: We ate at this restaurant last night. I've never been to Japan, but having visited nearly 50 countries, I know that local flavors are often difficult to replicate perfectly. Therefore, I can't say how similar the cuisine is to authentic Japanese cuisine, but I can certainly express my opinion: the dishes are very tasty and unique. I highly recommend the tempura egg, which is truly delicious, the classic okonomiyaki omelette, the octopus balls, and the shrimp noodles: all very good. Plus, the service was quick, even though it was a Saturday night.

15/10/2025: Real Japanese food. Recommend all the dishes.

02/11/2025: My boyfriend and I decided to try this place because we'd heard good things about it, and now we understand why! The staff is always smiling, attentive, and kind—from grabbing my jacket to asking at the right moments if everything was to our liking. The service is clean, and they're truly sweet and kind! The atmosphere is very relaxing, especially if you sit by the window and see the city outside. The food is really good; we tried everything, and the quality is the first thing you notice. The shrimp and raw fish had the scent of the sea, and even the vegetarian sushi was delicious. Truly excellent. It's certainly not just any place, and the sushi à la carte is priced fairly for what you get. The difference in quality compared to other places is definitely noticeable! We prefer to spend a little more (but again, always within the range of what's offered) and eat good, fresh sushi!

20/10/2025: As usual, everything was excellent, they always manage to amaze me.

16/09/2025: A great place to spend a lovely evening, with excellent food, friendly and professional staff, and a location like few others.

29/08/2025: 360° panoramic view, fresh fish and ingredients, and super friendly staff!! Highly recommended if you're passing through Leuca.

11/10/2025: Terrible experience, ordered on Just Eat with delivery scheduled for 8 PM on Saturday. Out of pure curiosity, a few minutes before 8 PM I checked the website and it told me my order had been rejected. Looking for a pizza on a Saturday...

16/09/2025: Classic, unpretentious pizzeria....you come in, order... and eat in a short time....the pizza is good, average prices...the only flaw is the flimsy plastic tables outside...be careful with the drinks in your glass...they fly away.

19/10/2025: Fantastic puccia!!! The staff were really kind and friendly, and the puccia were truly wonderful: fragrant, soft, warm, and beautifully seasoned! Well done!!!

06/10/2025: In the main alley of Otranto, this pucceria offers customers a typical Lecce product made with excellent local ingredients. A must-try.

12/10/2025: Definitely the most wholesome, delicious pizza around! The pizza dough is supposed to rest for 72 hours. This way, nothing sits heavily on the stomach, in my experience.

28/08/2025: The staff is completely rude and inadequate. The wait is long and they don't give their estimates. Before ordering the pizza, I ask how long it will take; they tell me it'll be ready in 30 minutes. After 45 minutes, there's no sign of the pizza. When I ask, they tell me they'll put it in the oven "right away"...the pizza arrived after 1 hour and 20 minutes. In addition to making you wait, they insist you occupy specific positions. The numbers are too advanced; they shout the name of the person who ordered from the window. Amid all this, if you complain about the service and the delay, they reply, "You're on vacation, I'm working." They clearly don't understand that I pay and they take the money.

20/09/2025: There was only one waitress (zooming around!) so it was half an hour before ordering, which seemed longer when hungry! Food was fairly good but dollops of marmite with beef is seriously lazy cheffing and not very nice! Seemed a little bit of Emperor’s new clothes to be honest - would not recommend in a country where food is taken seriously… wines were great

19/09/2025: An exceptional little restaurant in the center of Lecce, on a secluded street. The atmosphere and food are truly superb.

09/11/2025: Excellent sushi and unsurpassable kindness from the guys who work there

09/11/2025: clean, private, very kind staff

22/08/2025: The braid of the day is delicious

05/08/2025: Super dairy products. Excellent quality and good value.

22/09/2025: They don't make pasticciotti with shortcrust pastry.

17/08/2025: Without a doubt one of the best breakfasts in Lecce.

29/09/2025: We dropped in for takeaway pizzas but ended up enjoying the pizzas fresh out of the oven in the garden out front. Nice fresh ingredients on a thin crust perfectly cooked in the wood firef oven. Well priced.

11/09/2025: Pizzeria with good quality and well-made pizzas; does not offer table service

13/08/2025: Excellent experience! The staff were incredibly kind and friendly, especially the owner, Mr. Raffaele. The dishes were delicious, carefully prepared, and plentiful: the secret, he told us, was his mother's cooking. There are very few restaurants like this in Salento. Highly recommended!

01/08/2025: The food was good, everything was delicious.

25/10/2025: Excellent pizza, friendly and helpful staff, and a nice and welcoming owner. A place I'll gladly return to from time to time.

31/08/2025: Very nice and simple place... the pizza and fried foods are very good... the service could be improved, as not all the waiters pay attention to the tables and it's difficult to get their attention without calling them. I recommend checking the beverage refrigerators, as I received warm beer and, to my disappointment, was told that they were all at that temperature without even changing it... what a shame. Anyway, I want to give you my trust and I'll be back from time to time...