I migliori ristoranti in Lecce

25/08/2025: I'd like to sincerely thank the owners and all the staff at Agriturismo Santa Chiara. They were always kind and helpful, ready to help us or check in. They offered us a beautiful room overlooking the pool. The included breakfast was delicious, with a nice mix of sweet and savory. Sometimes the lady cooks for guests, and I must say she's truly excellent. I absolutely recommend staying there for dinner, as it was a delicious and warm experience. The agriturismo is large and welcoming, perfect for taking photos or reading a book while relaxing in the sun by the pool. I found a bit of my hometown in them, as they are family-like, kind, and welcoming—just what I was looking for in southern Italy. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable, safe, and welcoming place.

23/08/2025: A charming place surrounded by nature for a completely relaxing holiday. We were welcomed by kind and helpful hosts who catered to our every need. Close to wonderful beaches.

02/11/2025: I'm giving it a total of 4 because the reception staff, restaurant staff, bar staff, and kitchen staff are wonderful! Kind, helpful, and hardworking, they welcome you with courtesy and so much professionalism and kindness! And they know how to do their job very well! Unlike the owners, starting with Mr. Alosi Sr., his wife, and daughter, who, alas, are snobbish and don't even notice you. If you say hello, they barely return your greeting, or better yet, they just walk by (heads up and silent), not even a smile! But back to the point: a former motel converted into a hotel... I stayed there for 8 days (I left the property yesterday, November 1st). We had to change the first room because it hadn't been cleaned. They assigned me another room that was supposed to be better, but instead, no comment! (I won't post photos for privacy reasons, but I have everything documented). And this is where the skill and professionalism of the staff comes into play: the front desk intervenes promptly, they try to make you feel comfortable and not leave. Because believe me, I had already paid for my stay as soon as I arrived at the hotel, but I had to leave. Leave for the rooms, nothing else. Lastly, the food is good, the breakfast is decent, and the location is strategic, even though the gas station is just a few meters from the hotel entrance. And if you can sleep on a spring mattress that was provided to the post-war barracks, if you can store your clothes in a room without a closet, if you don't sleep on the parking lot side, where the sounds of the car wrecking yard start behind you as early as 3-4 a.m., then okay... I repeat, the guys, the kitchen staff, the waiters, and the reception are the best! Our heartfelt thanks to them and best wishes for success in life; you are unique and made our stay in Lecce memorable! 🫶

20/10/2025: Very good value for money. It's far from the center, but there's a bus at the door that takes you there.

13/10/2025: I expected more from a starred restaurant

08/10/2025: Zero if possible! Booked before we left the UK hoping for a lovely anniversary meal, but hugely disappointed. Staff were courteous but seemed like “rabbits caught in the headlights” when we politely returned our starter of very chewy tough octopus, declining the offer of a replacement because we had little confidence in the alternative. My wife’s main course (herb crusted lamb) had a slab of gristle through both pieces so we quietly complained again and decided to leave, but when paying the bill the server seemed to have no conception of how to handle a dissatisfied customer! The bill was reduced by the cost of the starters and main course but we were still expected to pay for the wine (which we didn’t finish), bread which I’m convinced was old and stale. Plus an additional local fee of some sort. Really very, very disappointing! We will not return!

17/07/2025: Pizza eccezionale molto digeribile personale cordiale e professionale, posto tranquillo. Consiglio il posto ad altri.

14/07/2025: Consiglio le frittatine di pasta, sono veramente molto buone! Dopo l’antipasto ho mangiato la Pugliese ed era ottima. Si sentivano tutti i sapori: dalla marmellata di fichi al capocollo, fino alla burrata. Davvero buonissima! Abbiamo concluso la cena con la pizza fritta con sopra Nutella e crema. Dolce strepitoso! Avrei fatto volentieri il bis. Inoltre, il ragazzo che ci ha serviti è stato davvero educato e simpatico. Ci ritorneremo sicuramente!

15/11/2025: Excellent restaurant with great value for money. Superb service from Frederica and Veronica! The welcome, the service, the quality of the ingredients, the catch of the day, the chef's recommendations, the view—everything was perfect.

26/10/2025: Beautiful setting, simple cuisine, perfect for lunch

09/09/2025: The quality, service, and price are top-notch. The fish is incredibly fresh, the flavors are authentic, the portions generous, the prices are more than fair, and the staff is welcoming and professional. I'll definitely be back. Congratulations!

06/09/2025: The staff was disoriented and uncoordinated in managing the service. The wait was very long. The kitchen was having trouble managing orders. Two of the three dishes arrived at once, with the third arriving 15 minutes later. The food quality was not exceptional.

26/08/2025: A trip to Lecce to see the city? To celebrate Sant'Oronzo? No. The wife is looking for a shop, in August, with the heat, the half-hour, and the children asking for the bathroom. I slip into an unknown and anonymous café that had struck me with its 1980s-style window. I meet Mr. Bruno, an octogenarian pastry chef, who tells me about his life and his desserts. A wonderful experience.

17/08/2025: The coffee was fantastic, the service was quick, and it was very local, from another era. The mini sfogliattela was delicious.

15/07/2025: Here I began my journey through Salento with an excellent dinner of well-prepared typical local dishes and pleasant service.

15/06/2025: They need to update the information. Today, Sunday, June 15, at 8:15 PM, it was listed as open on Google, but it was closed.

07/10/2025: Villa Vergine presents itself beautifully, with an elegant, refined, and very evocative location. Our ceremony was very well organized; the person in charge accompanied you throughout the entire planning process. The service was excellent, with the butler Domenico and Angelo, two very professional people who understood the needs of the bride and groom. The service, along with the quality of the dishes, satisfied the guests with their exquisiteness and choice of quality products. Everything was beautiful, resulting in an unforgettable day, but we never expected the difficulties that came to a head afterwards. We lost touch with our contact person, finding ourselves faced with another person whose corporate inflexibility and communication left much to be desired: unclear and untransparent (despite a contract and initial reassurances). A contract explained in broad terms, with clauses that were not explained or at least not recommended; The debt collection representative doesn't listen to the customer, with behavior that leaves much to be desired, and finally, no response despite sending four certified emails. I had to go in person again to ask for clarification. No complaints about the service and professionalism in the dining room or in the organization. We certainly would have expected more precise communication and greater flexibility in dealing with the misunderstandings that arose, which fortunately won't tarnish the memory of a memorable day, albeit with a slightly bitter taste.

22/09/2025: A wonderful location, truly beautiful, but that crack in the outdoor flooring is terrible both aesthetically and for the guests who have to walk on it, especially for women wearing delicate shoes and heels.

06/10/2025: Love JDs and was worried when new owners took over. Food is still great! Best pizza in the area. The service the last two times I've been there has been disappointing. Barely see waitress. Refills had to get. Fun atmosphere!

30/09/2025: The staff is always friendly and helpful. Love the pizza and also the Deluxe Crispy Chicken sandwich was amazing. We had a birthday party for our Grandson in the party room, 19 people, service was Great and our food came very quickly😊👍

22/09/2025: €18 for so little octopus is out of line. I asked if it was okay, and the waiter was kind, but the kitchen's response about the price per kilo of octopus was unjustifiable. And it's not focused on a customer who's telling you, in a manner, that they're not satisfied. Everywhere else they give you one octopus, rarely half an octopus, but here, three tentacles and that's it. The other items ordered were fine. The view/location were beautiful.

20/09/2025: As soon as you leave this place... beautiful Panama. THE SEA, for the rest to be erased from the map. We had a spritz... undrinkable... if you can say that. . Campari, Prosecco, tonic water. All boiling hot. I commented on the hot drink. The more dead than alive Battista replied, "Blow on it." Conclusion: Never again. "More alive than dead" certainly doesn't refer to the employee's physical condition, but rather to the lack of professionalism he himself boasts about, which I would have liked to receive, along with my cold drink and a warm smile, instead of being served rudely. Jokes are an integral part of good service, but if there's a problem I'm expressing, you can't just respond with a "Blow on it" because he knew perfectly well the drink was boiling hot. I'll conclude by saying that we're not new customers and that reviews should always be written and read to be constructive.

10/09/2025: Exceptional staff, very good food… Must try

09/09/2025: Best Crêpe in the world. I come back every year.

24/10/2025: A fairly enjoyable evening with friends. "Excellent" isn't the only reason we ended up at a karaoke night where you had to shout to speak 🤣 Welcoming atmosphere. A classic local trattoria, with local dairy products and wines. Professional and polite service. Very good appetizers, fantastic first courses. Spaghetti with seafood, penne all'arrabbiata, both delicious. Sliced ​​meat and side dishes cooked with love and dedication. Recommended for families and couples. It might seem like a "spartan" place, but it's not. It's family-run. The wait staff is polite and professional.

15/10/2025: Excellent food, everything good... pizzas, price, etc.

21/10/2025: Great food! Gnocchi perfect and porcini pasta with mushrooms

09/10/2025: Dinner in this lovely setting. Service was quick, but the staff were unfriendly, almost annoyed by our presence. They served a variety of Salento dishes, but nothing special. The octopus meatballs were highly recommended.