Savor the Flavor | Best Polignano a Mare Restaurants
You will find Polignano a Mare restaurants serving wonderful pastas or local seafood, either raw or deliciously cooked. Fresh catch of the day changes with the tide. You can enjoy dining locations from the seaside to cute little piazzas. Eggplant is a staple in this area and it is a terrific dish to try, especially with a dollop of stracciatella cheese on top! Here are a few favorites to tickle your tastebuds!
Remember to start by savoring an aperitivo before dining. To finish your meal, you should try a ‘caffè speciale’. It is a traditional sweetened coffee flavored with lemon peel, amaretto and cream. YUMMY! Here are some of my recommendations on the best restaurants in Polignano.
Casa Orecchietta
Casa Orecchietta – A charming space with incredible authentic food, delicious wine and wonderful service. Their braciole (thin sliced beef stuffed with breadcrumbs, cheese, parsley, pine nuts) will melt in your mouth! Save room for their delicious Tiramisu. It is a little bit away from the tourist area, but worth it, since it is everything an Italian meal should be!
Address: Piazza Caduti di Via Fani 7
Bella ‘Mbriana
Bella ‘Mbriana is an excellent choice for dinner overlooking the main piazza of the old town. The location is perfect, right in the heart of Polignano a Mare. Delicious food and excellent staff. Definitely try the Orecchiette and the amazing pizza choices!
Address: Piazza Vittorio Emanuele 22
Polignano a Mare Cave Restaurant – Grotta Palazzese
Yes, this is the Polignano a Mare cave restaurant you’ve heard about. Grotta Palazzese is the famous restaurant carved directly into the rock. It is quite beautiful and atmospheric, if you love ambience, this is the place for you! Be that as it may, I feel obligated to inform you that the food is mediocre. I dined here a few years before Puglia exploded on the scene and according to current reviews, the best thing about it is still the view. Therefore, I skipped it this year. Reservations online with advance payment only.
Address: Via Narciso 59
Pescaria
Pescaria is a delicious restaurant where you feast on unconventional fast food, enjoying seafood both raw and cooked. WOW what amazing combinations make up their amazing menu. There seems to be a line out the door at all times. Moreover, this is the flagship restaurant – to date there are 7 others in Italy and one rumored to open in NYC. This is your go-to place for seafood sandwiches in a fast, casual and delicious format.
Address: Piazza Aldo Moro 6/8, Polignano a Mare, Italy
Massari
We all have priorities in restaurants including amazing food, charming ambiance, as well as first class service. Moreover, some like to dine at a trendy scene. My recipe is to mix all these ingredients and suggest the best Polignano restaurants to you. Buon Appetito!
Casual or Take-out – Another place to get delicious food is Massari Food Bar! Definitely stop here for a quick bite or for a beach snack. Honestly it serves the best tomato foaccia that I have ever tasted! This very popular Apulian gastronomic tradition includes fresh tomatoes and olives. Of course, I can’t wait to have it again! Very casual, eat in or take out.
Address: Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi 16, Polignano a Mare, Italy
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