eat puglia

One of the reasons you come to Puglia is for the dining
out experience which is a real treat. Thanks in large part to the excellence of the region's locally produced, flavour-filled ingredients. Our list of recommended restaurants includes a little bit of everything, from the sophisticated ingredients to the most scenic of locations to watch the sun go down.

EVO – True Taste of Puglia

This small restaurant is off the beaten track and is a true gem
amongst the other restaurants in town. The name Evo is the acronym of one of the symbolic products of Puglia, extra virgin olive oil. Located in Alberobello, the capital of Trulli, where the kitchen draws inspiration from tradition. The talented chef recreates innovative dishes from the combination of ancient flavours with the most modern and refined tastes.

Everything starts from the experimentation of the best raw ingredients that the territory can offer and Evo’s Bio vegetable garden and exclusive choice of Apulian wines, they truly support local micro productions.

The menu is vast, where you can enjoy a 7, 5 or 2 course tasting
menu. Our favourite to try is the Lamb Carpaccio, with fennel seed oil and palagianello horned cucumber sauce.

Definitely one to book, as reservations go quickly.

EVO, Via Papa Giovanni XXIII n. 1,

Presso Trullo Sovrano/Piazzo Sacramento 14, 70011

Tel. 0039 320 8481230.

Aquamarea in Polignano a Mare – The Striking Lunch Spot

To discover beautiful views overlooking one of the most striking cliffs in Puglia: Lama Monachile, head to Aquamarea in Polignano a Mare.

A place that takes pride in supporting local farmers with seasonal produce and respects nature through their dedication to be plastic-free and careful renovation to maintain the authenticity of this historic site.

Enjoy home-made dishes that showcase the diversity of the territory. Watch early morning swimmers slashing in the cove
below over the finest coffee, home-made cake and seasonal fruits. Lunch on either of the two terraces overhanging the cliffs edge, with the freshest menu that changes day by day based on what the season offers. One of our favourite plates is the Red Island Tuna Tartare with green apple and anchovy sauce. Or if you’re looking to make moments to remember, enjoy a stunning dinner a while being dazzled by the breath-taking sunset.

Aquamarea in Polignano a Mare

Via Porto, 23.
Polignano A Mare (BA)
Tel: +39 080 817 3087

300 Mila’s – Morning until night

Situated in the heart of Lecce, 300 Mila’s menu offers a range of dishes from the region and around the world, with an extensive selection of drinks and super tasty bites all day long.

If you’re starting your day here, enjoy a cafeteria of fresh coffee with an exquisite offer of sweet and savoury pastries. By lunchtime, the restaurant will delight with a menu of local dishes created by chef Stefano Carcagni. Appreciated for the
freshness of ingredients and creativity in the preparation. You must visit for the sushi though, being renowned in Lecce for it’s raw local materials and home-made sauces such as Uramaki with a goats cheese cream, purple shrimp and semi-dry tomato.

Come nightfall, 300 Mila also boasts a multi-award-winning bar for those apres sun drinks. With a selection of over 500 gins to choose from, as well as an extensive wine cellar and cocktails prepared by Rossella Lanza, the expert behind the bar.

300 Mila’s

Via 47, Reggimento Fabteria,

5-73100, Lecce

Tel: 0832 307448