I migliori ristoranti in Lecce

18/08/2025: Unfortunately, a poor dinner. The appetizers were particularly bad: the gratinated mussels were dripping with old oil, and the zucchini blossoms stuffed with sardines were nothing but a greasy ball of dough that tasted neither of the blossoms nor the sardines. The first impression of the gnocchetti with monkfish and mussels was the smell of dead fish, which lingered even afterward. The proprietor took offense at my wife's criticism and felt insulted. The service was attentive, but why they poured the wine for tasting and then simply left the bottle standing and didn't pour it for the other guests is beyond comprehension. In summary, I've never eaten so badly in Salento. What a shame. Just a terrible dinner. The appetizers were lousy. The gratinated mussels were infused with non-good oil, were tender, and obviously didn't cook well in the oven. The flowers of the zucca “ripieni di alici” erano solo una mappazza di pasta fritta unta, insapore, i fiori e le alici praticamente assenti. The first impression of the gnocchetti with the fish and the fish was once a smell of fish that was left on the palate. Purtroppo il gestore, “offeso”, ha pure preso male la critica di mia moglie. The service, purely with great attention, will allow you to enjoy the wine on the other side. In other words, I don't think it's a male man in Salento. Peccato.

17/08/2025: We went for lunch and ate pizza. One thing we noticed was that the prices were very high; a €2.50 cover charge was unbearable. Well,

08/08/2025: Un gelato piccolo da asporto è costato 3 euro nonostante il prezzo esposto fosse di 2,5 euro. Un arancino da asporto 3,5 euro. Alla cassa non amano rilasciare lo scontrino. Il cibo è industriale di bassa qualità e il personale poco simpatico. Sconsiglio vivamente per evitare fregature.

07/08/2025: The atmosphere isn't fresh, but it's intimate. The staff is friendly, but, BUT. They sold me a croissant with NOT fresh cream. My wife stopped me, so I let it go, but I definitely won't be back... they can rip off a local, but not a Salento native... I had a bad experience with a pasticciotto before... well, I don't think I'll ever go there again.

31/07/2025: AVOID. This place is absolutely to be avoided. The food quality is extremely poor. The raw fish was warm, as if it had been out of the refrigerator for a long time. The rice, as soon as you touched it with chopsticks or a fork, fell apart so much you couldn't even reach your mouth. We asked for a table outside, and when ordering, there were constant connection issues. They changed the tablet, but even with the change, booking was a chore.

28/07/2025: We had dinner last night, and if I could, I'd give it zero stars! The sushi was inedible, and we had a tablet to order, but it never worked because it constantly had trouble connecting. We had to ask if they'd replace it, but even after replacing it, the problem wasn't resolved. Definitely avoid!

02/05/2025: When creativity meets the glass, aperitifs are born that seem like small journeys. Heartfelt thanks to those who know how to listen to tastes, moods and desires and transform them into tailor-made drinks. Because sometimes a well-thought-out sip is enough to feel better. Thanks, see you soon.

29/04/2025: Strategic place to, let's say, sit down and eat something. Just enough aperitif... but very high cost, I will hardly go back.

19/07/2025: Selling two trays of mussels with 10 mussels in each tray for 9 euros is crazy.

19/07/2025: I bought a tub of mussels yesterday morning at the price of €7.80. It seems too much for such a small portion from Greece but it can be done.

16/08/2025: This place was recommended to me by locals as the best traditional restaurant in Vinci. We went for lunch today. Besides the typical Tuscan atmosphere, the kindness and hospitality typical of this area, we had a divine meal; the tagliata was excellent. The recommendation was spot on.

15/07/2025: I don't usually write negative reviews, but this time it felt necessary. At Ristorante La Torretta, near the Conti Guidi castle in Vinci, the experience was disastrous. Despite clarifying that we had two vegetarians, we were served platters of prosciutto and chicken liver pâté, along with pizza strips, bread, and focaccia. The first courses didn't improve the situation: raw pappardelle with wild boar and ricotta and spinach ravioli with a bitter aftertaste. The pork steak, served practically charred, made one of the guests feel ill, and he vomited shortly thereafter. As if that weren't enough, at a certain point the room filled with smoke from the kitchen, making it unbreathable. Finally, a hefty bill capped off this awful experience. Truly unpleasant, and I strongly advise against it.

27/08/2025: Excellent place where we ate excellently.... recommended

26/08/2025: A small but welcoming restaurant in the heart of the historic center. There were four of us—two adults and two children—and we chose a seafood menu, a meat menu, and two pizzas. The traditional dishes were delicious, and the pizza was delicious. The service was also excellent.

19/06/2025: Sono tornato dopo un anno ed ho trovato il locale migliorato sia l'ambiente che i piatti, con nuove proposte. Ho assaggiato la puccia n. 15 e del formaggio al vino. Ottimi. Sicuramente da indicare ad amici e conoscenti che vanno a Lecce e gradiscono cucina tipica.

19/06/2025: Tutto veramente buono, personale molto gentile. Posto perfetto per passare una serata in tranquillità. Lo consiglio

12/08/2025: Top location with very friendly and helpful pool staff. A truly top-notch bar with fair prices and high quality. Friendly and helpful bar staff. The only downside was that I found myself talking to two really rude and impolite ladies at the reception. Everything else was top-notch.

29/07/2025: We stayed at the property for 4 days. We had a great time. Excellent value for money: the room was cozy and spacious. The staff was very attentive and helpful. The young woman who welcomed us in the morning during breakfast was super attentive to every detail, helpful, courteous, and very friendly... (She recommended lots of great places to eat). The pool area is welcoming... perhaps the only flaw is the bar... it's really understocked. Anyway, we were satisfied.

26/04/2025: Relaxing place, education and courtesy

28/08/2025: Gallone Real Pub – it seems that everything is selected here, the best. The selection of dishes and drinks from all over the world is unusual for Italy, but as they say, everything made in Italy becomes Italian. From the impressive architecture on the outside to the authentic, yet modern and cozy interior inside – this place captivates from the first sight. The service is impeccable, and the dishes are prepared only from the freshest and highest quality products. The warm atmosphere invites you to come back again and again. The prices are really fair, especially considering how exclusive this place is.

16/08/2025: Very good food, nice atmosphere, one of Salento's historic pubs, in the square in Tricase and in a historic building. It's a shame about the service; this evening it was a bit lacking, other evenings it wasn't, but I highly recommend it. Worth a try.

08/08/2025: Ottimo ristorante,consigliatissimo! Abbiamo mangiato pesce delizioso. Location molto bella e personale gentilissimo e professionale. Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo.

04/08/2025: Ottimi sauté e insalata di mare, pizza ben lievitata e ben cotta, tutto ok. Servizio come d'abitudine, veloce e cordiale. Location elegante fronte mare.

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18/07/2025: We dined at Ci Sushi in Maglie yesterday, and unfortunately, it was a very disappointing experience, except for the food, which was indeed excellent. Therefore, I'm giving it two stars, which are entirely due to the quality of the dishes. Upon arrival, we were greeted emotionlessly. No smile, no welcome; it felt more like an obligation than a warm welcome. Once at the table, three menus were literally thrown on the corner of the table, without any explanation, after which the waiter immediately left. After waiting for about 10 minutes, I raised my hand to ask how the concept worked. Only after three attempts did I receive an incomplete explanation, which didn't help me much. We ordered three colas and a bottle of water. The cola arrived after 10 minutes, but the bottle of water didn't. I had to raise my hand again and inquire about that as well. The waiter's reaction at that moment was downright unprofessional; a look of temporary indignation even made me want to leave immediately. Still, we decided to stay, hoping things would improve afterward. During our meal, we noticed that several dishes we ordered simply weren't arriving. Nothing was said, and no one came to check on us. To make matters worse, at one point a staff member came to our table and sternly announced, without any context or apparent reason, that we would have to pay extra if we didn't finish our plates. This, while we were simply enjoying our meal. Not long after, one of our tables was suddenly removed, forcing two people to sit upside down. Very bizarre and inappropriate. At that point, we decided to leave. As far as we're concerned, something is fundamentally wrong with the structure, organization, and management of this restaurant. The tension and dissatisfaction radiates from almost every staff member, and that significantly detracts from the entire dining experience. We felt unwelcome and certainly not valued as customers. Conclusion: the food is fine, but the overall experience is completely undermined by a lack of hospitality, organization, and customer focus. We'll definitely skip this restaurant in the future. It's a shame, because the kitchen's potential could be so much greater.

27/07/2025: Excellent service, special thanks to waiter Yuri for his helpfulness, patience, and professionalism. We'll definitely be back. There was a bit of a wait for the sashimi, but it was worth it.

26/07/2025: Review updated after two years. The menu has changed and improved. They could find better cuts of raw ham and maintain consistency in serving it on the rocks (personal preference). Excellent dishes, I'm a regular customer and have never had any problems. I would space out the tables for two because when it's very busy, it feels like you're eating in a group when you'd prefer a bit of privacy. As for the service, it depends on who you're with. Besides the managers, there's a very calm and kind young man and woman, while two others almost throw plates at you. Other than that, everything was excellent! Thanks to the waiter who suggested the condensed milk with Chinese rolls 😋 What a discovery!

17/08/2025: The place is amazing, as we ate at Lecce streets. The service was also very good. We ordered two burgers. They are fine and big, but not awesome, and there is no differentiation. We wish we could give 3,5 stars, because we think it’s better than 3.

09/08/2025: The best cocktails just steps from Lecce's most beautiful location.