Al Piccolo Porticciolo
A nautical gem in Taranto, serving fresh seafood and exceptional pasta with a side of warm, family-like hospitality.
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Al Piccolo Porticciolo
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A nautical gem in Taranto, serving fresh seafood and exceptional pasta with a side of warm, family-like hospitality.
"This is the best restaurant in Taranto. If you visit Taranto, you can't miss this restaurant."
Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowds and ensure personalized attention by visiting during less busy times.
Try a variety of appetizers
Sample different starters to enjoy a range of flavors before your main courses.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Seafood, Italian
Price
$$$
Phone
+39 099 733 4187
Address
Via Latterini, 5, 74122 Taranto TA, Italy
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Fantastic Seafood Dishes
Experience fresh seafood prepared by the owner-chef, often lauded as the best in Taranto. A must-try for seafood lovers.
Nautical-Themed Ambiance
Dine in a charming, nautical-themed interior resembling being on a ship, complete with beautiful paintings of Taranto.
Exceptional Pasta Quality
Enjoy expertly cooked pasta dishes, with reviewers highlighting the excellent quality and timing of preparations.
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Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowds and ensure personalized attention by visiting during less busy times.
Try a variety of appetizers
Sample different starters to enjoy a range of flavors before your main courses.
Ask for staff recommendations
Get informed advice on wine pairings and dishes from the knowledgeable and friendly staff.
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Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowds and ensure personalized attention by visiting during less busy times.
Try a variety of appetizers
Sample different starters to enjoy a range of flavors before your main courses.
Ask for staff recommendations
Get informed advice on wine pairings and dishes from the knowledgeable and friendly staff.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Al Piccolo Porticciolo is celebrated for its fantastic seafood and excellent pasta, served in a charming nautical-themed setting. Diners often feel like part of the family due to the attentive and friendly service. While many praise the freshness and quality of the food, a few have noted that prices can be a bit high and have experienced issues with certain appetizer portions or dish descriptions.
"They are fantastic. The owner is also the chef, leading this astonishing place. I felt as a part of the family. Food is unbelievable. Is the freshest. I think this is the best restaurant in Taranto. If you visit Taranto, you can't miss this restaurant."
A. D'Andria
"Real good fish courses, excellent pasta quality and cooking time.
The dining area is wide and white, with lots of nautical and wood memorabilia.
Mannered and nice staff, as usual with italian hosts.
(Y) Recommended"
Leonardo Empio La Marca
"Excellent sea food!"
ERA STONES 1991
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant is renowned for its fantastic seafood dishes, with an emphasis on fresh ingredients prepared by the owner-chef.
Yes, the interior is designed to resemble being on a ship, featuring a charming nautical theme with beautiful paintings.
It's advisable to book in advance, especially for weekend dining, as the restaurant can get busy and walk-ins may not always be accommodated.
While seafood is the specialty, the restaurant may offer some vegetarian options. It's best to inquire directly about current offerings.
Service is frequently highlighted as attentive, friendly, and making guests feel like part of the family.
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18/08/2024: First to the clams to bowl frozen and tasteless clams Among the starters, some were poor and tasteless Not recommended for vegetarians Staff not at all helpful and/or courteous Quality/price not adequate at all Good wine but not produced by them. 18/08/2024: It was my husband and I with my little daughter, terrible experience, I had to wait 15 minutes to ask for a table, booked already before… Once seated, I ask if the €20 starter (seafood) was enough, and the waiter tells me yes, it's fine for two, among other things consisting of a small pizza, bruschetta, anchovies, mussels, a bit of octopus... when we went to ask for the on the bill they made us pay €40 for 4 starters only, and I wasn't the only one to complain about this, they are authorized thieves!
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