
Ristorante Blunotte
A long-standing establishment with vaulted stone ceilings, renowned for its exquisite seafood and pasta dishes.

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Ristorante Blunotte

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A long-standing establishment with vaulted stone ceilings, renowned for its exquisite seafood and pasta dishes.
"Incredibly fresh seafood and pasta, with friendly service and a cozy atmosphere."
Reservations Recommended
Secure your table by making a reservation. Walk-ins may be seated based on availability.
Ask for Daily Specials
Inquire about daily specials for unique dining experiences featuring the freshest catch.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
Italian Seafood
Price
$$$
Phone
+39 0832 304286
Address
Via Marino Brancaccio, 2a, 73100 Lecce LE, Italy
Website
ristoranteblunottelecce.it/Highlights
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Sumptuous Seafood & Pasta
Indulge in a fresh catch! This restaurant specializes in exquisite seafood and pasta creations, featuring dishes like mussels and linguine al nero.

Cozy Ambiance
Experience a warm and inviting atmosphere with traditional decor and vaulted stone ceilings that create a cozy dining setting.

Daily Catch Specials
Dine on the freshest seafood as daily specials are crafted based on the catch of the day, offering unique and seasonal choices.
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Reservations Recommended
Secure your table by making a reservation. Walk-ins may be seated based on availability.
Ask for Daily Specials
Inquire about daily specials for unique dining experiences featuring the freshest catch.
Seafood Platter Delight
Seafood lovers should try the mixed seafood platter, a popular choice showcasing a variety of fresh catches.
Wine Pairings
Complement your seafood dishes with house wine selections, which are known to pair well.
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Reservations Recommended
Secure your table by making a reservation. Walk-ins may be seated based on availability.
Ask for Daily Specials
Inquire about daily specials for unique dining experiences featuring the freshest catch.
Seafood Platter Delight
Seafood lovers should try the mixed seafood platter, a popular choice showcasing a variety of fresh catches.
Wine Pairings
Complement your seafood dishes with house wine selections, which are known to pair well.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Ristorante Blunotte is praised for its incredibly fresh seafood and well-prepared pasta dishes, with many highlighting the quality of ingredients and the welcoming service. The cozy ambiance with traditional decor also adds to the dining experience. While most reviews are positive, a few diners noted occasional issues with portion sizes or perceived service inattentiveness during busy periods.
"I thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant: the food, the service, the hospitality that was extended to me as I lugged in my suitcase and backpack. As a solo older woman, the small things like my luggage not being a problem mean a lot.
For Americans always looking for a “real Italian” restaurant, you won’t be disappointed here.
As for the food, I chose a combination of seafood, but mostly mussels. The broth was exactly right; the bread basket had a variety of selections, all fresh. Then there was dessert. It was no issue that I asked for some time at the table just to let everything settle before I enjoyed this delicacy:"
Margaret Lois Jansen
"We had a wonderful dinner at Blu Notte in Lecce! The food was incredibly fresh. You could really taste the quality of the ingredients in every dish. From the seafood to the pasta, everything was delicious and well-prepared.
A special mention goes to the waiter who took care of us he was very friendly and made us feel truly welcome. His attention to detail and warm attitude really added to the experience.
Highly recommended if you're looking for a great meal in the heart of Lecce! We'll definitely be coming back."
Redi Muraj
"We came as a couple without a reservation and got a lovely seat. We had antipasti di mare as a starter. We had a plate of fried calamari and crab, both dishes were tasty. On the centre plate we had mussels (cocca) gratinated with crumbs. Served with an octopus salad and seafood mixed with potatoes. The octopus salad was excellent, but I wasn't convinced by the other two dishes. My partner liked them both. For me, mussels cooked in their own sauce are more delicious. The third plate had two salads (octopus/calamari) and curried rice (or something similar). The two salads were very well rounded. The antipasti was fine. For the second course we had linguina al nero and linguina allo scoglio. Both dishes were very delicious and well flavoured. One of the best main courses in Puglia to date. To drink we had half a litre of house wine (white wine) and mineral water. The staff were friendly, but at some point we had the feeling that we should leave the restaurant as the space was reserved for guests with a reservation, although there were a few free tables."
Gabriel Gruber
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is highly recommended to make a reservation to ensure a table, especially during peak times. Walk-ins are accommodated based on availability.
Standout dishes include mussels cooked in their own sauce, linguine al nero, and the mixed seafood platter.
While seafood is the specialty, the restaurant also offers meat-based entrees such as Angus entrecote.
Yes, the restaurant offers daily specials based on the catch of the day for a unique dining experience.
Yes, the restaurant has a cute outdoor patio area, perfect for dining al fresco.
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A place highly recommended by a family member of mine, we ate quite well, the dishes were very tasty and well seasoned I absolutely did not like the behavior of the owner who seemed to be doing us a favor, nor the fact that during the booking phase he had indicated to me that my celiac wife could easily eat a first course, which however did not happen, as the only first course the dish available for her was a seafood risotto which unfortunately could only be served if 2 people liked it. He had to eat a second course and a side dish Paid too much for what was eaten (60 euros total for a first course, a second course, a side dish and 2 glasses of wine) There's better
8 Best Restaurant To Eat In Lecce, Italy
If you are a seafood lover, a modern restaurant just a few meters from Porta San Biagio, is serving the freshest fish dishes in a unique atmosphere. A mixed seafood platter, which includes a variety of newly caught fish, is a popular way to start dinner at Blue Notte restaurant in Lecce. Diners can pick from a variety of meat-based entrees such as the famous Angus entrecote, a premium steak, as well as a selection of high-quality wines from throughout the region.
Where to Eat in Lecce, Puglia
If you want a seafood restaurant, Blu Notte is a great place to go. They have a cute outdoor patio as well, just around the corner from the Porta di San Biagio. The specials are based on the catch of the day, so always ask!
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