I migliori ristoranti in Lecce

28/07/2025: We ordered a truly delicious charcuterie and cheese platter, nice and large, and reasonably priced. The Spanish peppered salami was also delicious, and we particularly enjoyed it. It's a shame that, being outside, there were customers smoking while eating, or other people who knew friends who had booked a table and were standing near us chatting. Regardless, we'll definitely return for the quality, quantity, and fair price of the food.

15/07/2025: The cold cuts were very good, but the sheep's cheese wasn't to my taste (it had a strong flavor). The staff was polite, and the prices were reasonable.

21/04/2026: Rocco, a kind, courteous, and extremely knowledgeable person! Top!! EXCELLENT food! .. thank you Paola

11/02/2026: The waiter comes to the table and rudely confronts me after pointing out that a very simple first course (pasta) arrived almost an hour after ordering, in a very sparsely crowded restaurant (on a Wednesday evening). The fish and chips appetizer we ordered (€27) was devoured in 5 minutes, and the wait for the first course was 48 minutes, as stated by the same waiter to whom I mentioned our inconvenience (he was desperate to be right). Does this seem normal to you? We're not talking about a risotto with special creaminess and long cooking times, but a very simple first course, quite mediocre, I must say, especially the cacio e pepe with prawns; the ciceri e tria was definitely more decent. From the heated discussion that ensued at the table, in the presence of other customers who also received their dishes very late, as they themselves stated, they consider it perfectly normal for the dish to be served at the table so long after ordering. Considering the discreet atmosphere and the price of each dish, I don't think such unnerving wait times are normal, much less the staff's rude response to our disappointment. We've also noticed that they're very good at not caring and just running the cashier as if nothing was wrong! 👏

28/10/2025: Nice place in the center of Tavoleto. Well stocked in every area. Very competitive prices and excellent management.

12/10/2025: A regular stop on my bike rides. The staff is always friendly and cheerful; the coffee and pastries are excellent. The view from the dining room is always pleasant. I recommend Bar Centrale in Tavoleto.

07/03/2026: I had a great breakfast, featuring pasticciotto (delicious). The croissants and other pastries are also very good. I highly recommend it!

20/01/2026: I called solely to suggest security, in case they weren't already there. The lady I spoke to was unnecessarily rude and disrespectful, for no reason. Truly unprofessional. If I were ever thinking of going there in person, I would definitely avoid this place.

19/12/2025: Alessandro is a professional and helpful person

27/09/2025: Bad experience, poor cleanliness, and very rude. The disturbing thing is that they flag negative reviews on TripAdvisor and have them removed, which is why they only have positive reviews. Avoid them.

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.

23/10/2025: Simply fantastic. Starting at 3:00 p.m., the restaurants in Otranto go into siesta. The small bistro Il Maestrale remains open. It's a great atmosphere. A beautiful view of the small marina. The food is delicious. The service is very attentive and friendly. A definite recommendation.

18/10/2025: Cool place - atmospheric with nice music and heating, very good service, snacks ok 👍🏻

03/04/2026: For me, breakfast is here. Fresh pastries, excellent coffee. Kindness and professionalism do the rest

18/10/2025: Great bar near the sea, breakfast 🔝 aperitifs at 🔝 excellent staff 🥰

06/03/2026: The waitress/family was wonderful. She helped us by explaining in English some items on the perfect sized menu. All 4 of us liked the food and wine. Especially loved the savory the Antipasti Verdure.

19/02/2026: Dinner organized at the last minute. Excellent food, impeccable service, exquisite courtesy, family atmosphere, reasonable price. What more could you ask for? Highly recommended!

22/11/2025: Excellent focaccia, welcoming and accommodating waitress

31/10/2025: I've decided to give this pizzeria, located in the heart of Tricase on Via Roma, four stars because overall it was a good experience, with some very positive aspects and a few small details that could be improved. I'll start with the strong point: the location. It deserves five stars alone because it's truly excellent—it's right in the center of town, easy to reach, and perfect for an evening with friends or a stroll after dinner. The only downside is that parking is limited and not reserved, so you may have to wander around a bit to find a spot, especially on busy days. The location is modern and welcoming, tastefully furnished with attention to detail. However, the interior space is rather limited: the tables are very close together (in my case, I was about 80 cm from another table), which can take away some privacy and comfort. It's a shame, because the place has great potential and you can sense the care that went into it. As for the food, the pizzas were good, well-cooked, and made with quality ingredients. The only small inconvenience was a mistake in my order: I'd asked for a pizza with speck and scamorza, but it came with prosciutto and another cheese (which wasn't scamorza, though I don't remember exactly which). It wasn't a big deal—the pizza was still tasty—but with a little more attention, it would have been perfect. The service was kind and helpful, if a little unprepared at the time. They were just starting to use a new app to take orders, and the waitress had a few difficulties at first, but she worked hard, kept smiling, and apologized several times very politely. In the end, she managed to handle everything, and her commitment and goodwill were evident. One detail I appreciated was that, at the end of the meal, there were four desserts on the house. To be honest, they looked more like packaged donuts, but it was still a nice gesture on the part of the restaurant, and they definitely deserve thanks for their attentive service. In conclusion, it was a lovely evening, in a modern, well-kept restaurant with excellent pizza. There were a few small imperfections, but nothing that detracted from the experience. You could sense the desire to do well and improve.

20/04/2026: Friendly staff, good food, beautiful location

15/04/2026: Very nice place with plenty of seating. It's best to book on weekends...the food is good and the staff is friendly and helpful. There were five of us, and we ate pizza and burgers and drank draft beer. Everything was good.

10/03/2026: Checco? My maestro! A true gentleman! The pizza is exceptional! Always a thrill to come back ❤️

01/02/2026: The fall of a legend. Saturday night dinner, we ordered a cuoppo and two pizzas. Let's start with the cuoppo, which had frozen mozzarella balls, some of which were empty, and the eggplant meatballs tasted only of garlic. But the real shock was the pizza... Rubbery, heavy, and hard to digest, the complete opposite of what authentic Checco Pizza used to be. I'd give it 3 stars, but I'll give it 2 because of the huge disappointment.

15/03/2026: A bar that offers anything you can think of, plus a pizzeria that lives up to your expectations.

08/02/2026: Pizzeria right off Piazza Santo Oronzo, in true Neapolitan style and flavor. A very beautiful and characteristic place with both indoor and outdoor seating. Very friendly staff, attentive to every need. The pizzas are excellent, and the service is quick. The only flaw, in my opinion, is the price of a portion of fittini, €10.50, which seems excessive. The homemade ones are okay, but they consisted of 10 pieces at most (panzerotti, arancini-style meatballs, and pasta frittatas). Pizza prices are normal.

29/01/2026: A very nice place practically in Piazza Sant'Oronzo. The pizzas and desserts are very good, although one pizza was a bit burnt (it can happen). The service is friendly and attentive. Prices are a bit high, but we're right in the center.