We spent an hour wandering the streets of the historic center when we stumbled upon this local gem…read more We have no idea how this compares to the other seafood restaurants in Taranto but we enjoyed ourselves and by the looks on the other faces in the crowded dining room it looked like were were not alone. During out entire 1-2 hours here we heard not a word of English. It looked like a local joint with families and singles on dates well represented in the crowd. We were greeted at the door like we were long lost relatives and hustled right away to a table. We were presented with menus but before we could open them we were beckoned into the next room where all manner of fresh caught seafood was lying on ice. I assume they were telling us to pick out what we wanted to eat (some of the choices were still moving around) but as they spoke no English and I even less Italian they could have been telling us anything and I would not have had a clue. We picked out swordfish, calamari, bream and something else that looked adventurous. At each selection the animal was ceremoniously plucked off the ice and placed on a large silver platter. Once we were done we were led back to our table which had been adorned with bread and cutlery in our absence. We still had not opened a menu. We looked around and noticed nobody had menus and they simply told the waiters what they wanted and a few minutes later it magically appeared from the next room on silver platters for the diners to inspect. Once approved the sea creatures were then off to the kitchen and their fate. Needless to say it was delicious and as fresh a fish as I have ever eaten. And I have lived on the beach where seafood was there for the taking. Not only did we have our fill but it was the perfect fuel for our mile walk through the February night back to the hotel. Our entire bill including wine was $46.00 We would definitely come back.

The service was good and the seafood was exceptional except for one big caveat…read more.. They served us plates of food without giving us the option of ordering individually, almost like the waiter predetermined our courses. We actually didn't even get a menu even though they were Italian speakers in our group. Nevertheless did I mention all the dishes, from the mussels, pasta with clams , octopus in red sauce, steamed mussels in a tomato sauce, the stuffed risotto like battered balls , sardines that were light and not too salty (always an issue with me) were all mouth watering good.

We came here under the recomendation of a dear Friend. He was was right, it was good food, but i…read morehave to say a few things. First, this is a Fish seafood restaurant. No menù. So you follow the reccomendations of your host but with certain doubts, for he kept pushing plates in, until I asked please stop. Entrees were great. Steamed Mussels were amazing. Pasta alle vongole was very bland nothing special. So at the end we get a bill for one hundred euro 25 each fixed menù fare which we did not know about not were explained inspire asking how the whole culinarybexperience worked. Also smoke smell on the dining room comuni from the kitchen. Would try other options in Taranto.

This was my second time here and I'm convinced this is the place to be have an important business…read morelunch in Taranto. The service is perfect; everything you need and nothing you dont. The food is fantastic. The wine selection and advice is remarkable. And the environment is relaxing and beautiful. This time the weather was fine so we ate outside. Could not have been better.

Excellent food and service! From the moment we entered the restaurant we were welcomed with…read morewarmth. Francesco was great help with selecting entrees.

Beautiful outdoor garden and delicious food - the service was excellent and the ambiance was perfectread more

We went there for a quick lunch. It is across from a Navy station and there was a lot of parking on…read morethe street. The interior is nice and the staff was friendly. My wife really enjoyed the melon that they gave us at the end of the meal.

I absolutely love this little, charming restaurant in Taranto. Packed with lots of locals, this…read moreplace surely serves some of Taranto's best cuisine. It is indeed delicious, and I understand why it tops 'must visit'-lists often. This is a trattoria, first and foremost, but it still includes a beautiful, quite elegant interior combined with table cloths, proper wine glasses and a service that feels secure and knowing. We went there for some lunch which was classic, but very tasty. First of was wine. Cheap, but our glass of white was intense, yet still light. Food was equally amazing. Classic Italian dishes, of course, but with a local and Puglian twist. Seafood was, naturally, a winner here - and combined into almost every dish. I had a beatiful pasta dish; orechiette with tomato, mussels and pecorino romano. Simple, but very good. This is a place I would gladly return to, if visiting Taranto again. Definietly one of the best dining experiences for our Puglia travels.

This place serves a really delicious pizza! All the ingredients are fresh, tomatoes are sweet and…read morepizza is full of the ingredients! The owner is a really good, honest and welcoming person. He made me feel at home. I'd definitely come back!