The 10 best restaurants in Puglia
The best restaurants in Puglia combine tradition and innovation, sea and land, food and drink – seasoned with a large portion of dolce vita.
July 18, 2022
Due Camini
Between stone walls and on handmade ceramics, Schingaro's creations recall the traditions of Puglia. © Due Camini
Between stone walls and on handmade ceramics, Schingaro's creations recall the traditions of Puglia. © Due Camini
Mediterranean culture and modern culinary art sit at the same table in Chef Domingo Schingaro's Michelin-starred restaurant. Traditional flavors made from high-quality seasonal ingredients are served with a modern twist.
Due Camini
Strada Comunale Egnazia, 72015 Savelletri BR, Italy
Tel.: +39 080 2255 351
Web: ristoranteduecamini.it
Price: Puglian tasting menu from €160
Ristorante Quintessenza
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The name says it all: Chef Stefano Di Gennaro serves the quintessence of Puglian cuisine. His simple but delicious creations were awarded a Michelin star in 2016. A must-try: the creamy risotto with shrimp.
Ristorante Quintessenza
Via Lionelli, 62, 76125 Trani BT, Italy
Tel.: +39 0883 880948
Web: quintessencearistorante.it
Price: Classic menu from €95
Casamatta
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Carefully prepared and attractively plated creations earned the restaurant in Manduria a Michelin star in 2019. The cuisine is modern, but based on traditional ingredients. Many vegetables come from the hotel's own garden.
Casamatta
Contrada Scrasciosa, Manduria TA, 74024, Italy
Tel.: +39 351 830 3537
Web: viniliaresort.com
Price: Tasting menu from €98
Cielo Restaurant
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Chef Andrea Cannalire conjures stylish menus with the signature flavors of Puglia at Relais La Sommità, a member of Relais & Châteaux, stylish menus. These combine the contrasts of the region, its traditional past and the will to innovate. During the summer you dine in the beautiful garden, surrounded by orange and olive trees.
Cielo Restaurant
Via Scipione Petrarolo 9, 72017 Ostuni BR, Italy
Tel.: +39 0831 305925
Web: lasommita.it
Price: Tasting menu from €90
Restaurant 700
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The quaint upscale restaurant is located in the same building as the boutique Hotel Paragon 700: a historic palazzo. And while the setting might take you back in time, the regionally influenced dishes whisk guests away on a flavorful journey to the present. Hint: try their excellent signature cocktails!
Restaurant 700
Via Michele Ayroldi Carissimo 14, 72017 Ostuni BR, Italy
Tel.: +39 0831 369219
Web: restaurant700.com
Price: 3-course tasting menu from €70
Le Carrube
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Born from the desire to serve healthy cuisine (that takes dietary restrictions into account), but also respect tradition, the vegetarian restaurant at Masseria Le Carrube has become one of the best restaurants in Puglia. Of utmost importance: seasonal organic ingredients.
Le Carrube Restaurant
Contrada Spennati - SS Fasano-Ostuni KM 873, 72017 Ostuni BR, Italy
Tel.: +39 0831 342592
Web: masserialecarrubeostuni.it
Price: Tasting menu at €40
Ristorante Grotta Palazzese
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The food is excellent, and the ambience is even better – Ristorante Grotta Palazzese is located in a cave. Guests enjoy a view onto the blue of the Adriatic Sea directly from their table. Especially at sunset, there is probably no more beautiful place in Polignano a Mare to have a stylish sundowner, followed by a romantic dinner.
Grotta Palazzese Polignano
Via Narciso 59, 70044 Polignano a Mare BA, Italy
Tel.: +39 080 424 0677
Web: grottapalazzese.it
Price: 3-course tasting menu at €195
Masseria Moroseta
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Genuine hospitality and equally authentic agricultural products are the basis for the food experience at Masseria Moroseta. The spectacular view does the rest to guarantee an unforgettable evening. The ingredients come from their own vegetable and fruit garden, the chicken coop and the olive grove. As a result, there's no fixed menu. But rest assured, you can trust in the skills of chef Giorgia Eugenia Goggi.
Masseria Moroseta
Contrada Lamacavallo, s/n, 72017 Ostuni BR, Italy
Tel.: +39 376 079 8288
Web: masseriamoroseta.it
Price: Menu approx. € 70
Masseria Potenti
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Ingredients that are brought straight from the field to the kitchen; vineyards that stretch to the horizon; olive groves that provide plenty of restful shade – Masseria Potenti is a place for dreamers (and gourmets). Maria Grazia Di Lauro Tommasino conjures up unforgettable dishes with strong regional references.
Masseria Potenti
Contrada Potenti, snc, 74024 Manduria TA, Italy
Tel.: +39 099 973 5408
Web: masseriapotenti.it
Price: Mains range from €36-€50
Since Tuccino
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Probably the freshest seafood in all of Puglia. Since Tuccino has been spoiling its guests with fresh fare since 1968. The basis for the high quality is a deal with the fishermen of Porto Cesareo. They deliver the best of the day exclusively to Tuccino. Chef Enzo Florio serves dishes that come close to perfection, which are paired with excellent wine. They stock more than 1,000 different kinds.
Since Tuccino
Contrada Santa Caterina 69/f, 70044 Polignano a Mare BA, Italy
Tel.: +39 080 424 1560
Web: tuccino.it
Price: Tasting menu from €100
This article appeared in the Falstaff TRAVEL issue Summer 2022.
