There are better options elsewhere in Lecce. The food is…read morefine. The cheese was memorable, but nothing else. Some of the portions were generous. It is on the outer edge of the old part of Lecce. We were sent by recommendation from a local. We hoped it would be a great find...you know off the beaten track with great food, but sadly it is edible and not special. The view was of modern and insignificant buildings. The older part of the city is so beautiful and vibrant, I'd rather be in the older part if eating average food. One waitress was sweet, but forgetful. The other staff did their best to ignore us. I watched people sit and leave because they couldn't get served despite having only a couple of tables filled. Plenty of other options in Lecce. Did not work for us.

Recommend by a shop owner who's sister and husband have been passionately performing this cooking…read moreart for 35 years. On a some what non charming road but the food is FANTASTIC! Try the tuna burger! Also the barrata cheese with pecorino;it pairs oh so well with the local red wine (negraromano)!. The cod carpaccio was also fantastic.

This is a wonderful place that we found after visiting a nearby vineyard. You can either sit down…read moreat the restaurant or pick from a vast array of food at the antipasto bar. Everything was freshly made and the food was fantastic. Loved it.

Delicious and total perfection. Definitely this is the best meal I've had in Lecce by far…read more Everything from appetizer, to main entree to dessert was authentic, and cooked with love and the finest ingredients. The atmosphere is beautifully done as well. Absolutely come here. Service is top notch.

We dine at La Scarpetta in a Sunday evening, following the suggestion of our hotel staff. What a…read morewonderful experience. The ambience, the service and the food were above our expectations. The paprika bread with olive oil is very good. For starters, we order the Baccalà fritto con salsa forte, and the homemade prosciutto with flor de late, both very good. For main course I followed the maître suggestion: Troccoli con pesto di pistacchi e gamberi (Spaghetti with pesto of pistachio and prawns), that was amazing. My husband ordered the Filetto di spigola and my friend the pulpit, all very good. The Scarpetta rose wine, made for the house, was a perfect complement. An amazing first night at this wonderful Italian town Lecce.

This was a plus and minus. Near the Castle and serving. I…read morehad swordfish ,grilled fries and a salad and my wife had a pasta dish no meat. Almost no spices, the salad was iceberg and tomatoes and the side bread was stiff. The service was nice and they thanked us for coming.

This restaurant is hidden gem in Castro. It's easy to get distracted by the eateries along the…read morelungo mare, but this one is up at the centro storico down a small street. We walked by and were immediately drawn to the garden you could see through the entry. It's a beautiful restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating. We dined on the patio which is lush with plants and twinkle lights. Our meal was excellent. Our group of 6 enjoyed pasta with fresh sea urchin, the catch of the day with capers and tomatoes, seafood pasta and the crudo. The service was on the slow side but the food was worth the wait. If you find yourself in Castro, definitely dine here!

We drive out of our way to go to this restaurant every time we go to Puglia. Restaurant and garden…read moreare beautiful. We are BIG FANS of his seafood appetizer plate- beautiful fresh from the sea with the most interesting twists with each selection.