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Dining The guide was updated: 2024-03-17

Fish and seafood are abundant in Brindisi and the whole coastal areas of Apulia, but quite a few restaurants specialise in grilled meats. Many restaurants give diners the option of choosing the preferred cut from a window display. There are plenty of great places to eat all round the region, but take note that Apulians take their afternoon siesta seriously and that it can be difficult to find anywhere to eat between 2 pm and 7 pm.

Bracerie Escosazio

Bracerie Escosazio

Dining at Escosazio is an interactive experience, and the paradise on earth for meat-lovers. Guests are free to choose from a variety of fresh cuts in the glass window display, which are then cooked to perfection in-house by experienced chefs. A large selection of wines and local beers is on offer as well.

La Locanda del Porto

La Locanda del Porto

Favoured by the Italian clientele, the Locanda del Porto is an excellent restaurant that serves a variety of seafood dishes and a selection of meat cuts cooked to perfection. Portion sizes are rather generous. Try the tuna and do not skip the antipasti.

Trattoria Pantagruele

Trattoria Pantagruele

Tucked away in a small alley not far from the port, Trattoria Pantagruele is an Italian restaurant especially known for its array of varied antipasti served prior to the main courses. Try the dish of the day, or feast on some of the region's finest fish and seafood, among other options.

Osteria Del Tempo Perso

Osteria Del Tempo Perso

Traditional dishes are lovingly prepared in this cosy, affordably priced restaurant in a narrow street below Ostuni’s historic cathedral. It serves some incredible seafood starters and mains, paired with a good selection of wines. Furthermore, the establishment arranges cooking lessons.

Don Angus

Don Angus

This is definitely the place for you if you fancy a hearty steak. At Don Angus, diners are invited to select a piece of meat and the skilled chefs cook it in an open kitchen to their preference. A good selection of local wines is on offer, and seating available in the outdoor terrace.

Acquapazza

Acquapazza

This small and elegant restaurant holds a menu that features a selection of seafood dishes with locally-sourced ingredients. Acquapazza is situated in the heart of Brindisi's historic centre, only few steps from Palazzo Zenthe. The chef at work can be observed via a see-through glass wall.

Windsurf

Windsurf

The Windsurf family restaurant, run by two brothers, is beautifully situated directly on the waterfront. The restaurant is well-known for the excellent pizza it serves. Apart from pizza, the menu features seafood, noodles, pasta and salads. Starter portions are generous and meant to be shared.

Locanda Ti Li Spilusi

Locanda Ti Li Spilusi

Local authentic food can be enjoyed at this rustic Italian restaurant with a buzzing atmosphere. Popular with the locals and usually packed on Sundays, it tends to get especially busy in the summertime. Reservations are recommended to ensure being seated.

La Sciabica

La Sciabica

Enjoy Mediterranean food in a cosy and romantic atmosphere in a refined setting. The restaurant has wood-dominated interior, and plays soft jazz music in the background. The chef prepares traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist, all with fresh ingredients.

Penny

Penny

Penny is a charming and stylish restaurant with a romantic atmosphere, located in the historic centre of the city. This Italian restaurant is housed in an old villa, dating back to the 15th century. The restaurant serves elevated Italian cuisine and offers a special Japanese menu.

Il Trullo

Il Trullo

The restaurant and pizzeria Il Trullo is one of the surprisingly few Brindisi establishments that serve authentic Italian pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven. Other dishes include excellent seafood, salads, and more. Booking a table in advance is recommended for rush hours.

La Taverna di Pascalone

La Taverna di Pascalone

The establishment is located in the small, nice town of Latiano, not far from Mesagne. It is highly specialised in grilled meats, which are displayed in abundance in the glass show windows. The restaurant's homely atmosphere makes all the guests live a uniquely warm dining experience.

Ristorante Porta Nova

Ristorante Porta Nova

Arguably the best restaurant in Ostuni, with a classic menu and a long wine list to match. The restaurant is located just inside the town walls, in a 13th-century townhouse. The menu features dishes prepared with locally-sourced ingredients from Apulia, with a heavy emphasis on fish and seafood.

Cibus

Cibus

Cibus is located in a 15th-century convent, hidden down a narrow street in the old town of Ceglie Messapica. This is a nice family-run restaurant serving Italian cuisine specialities with a modern twist. The passion for quality and innovation makes dining at Cibus a special, unique experience.

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