On Thursday, April 25, dining shuttles will be available to Ostuni, where you’ll have the chance to enjoy the evening on your own. Ostuni is home to many amazing restaurants where you can enjoy an authentic Italian meal or aperitif using your cash allowance. Below are just a few of the restaurants you will find. Reservations are highly recommended and can be done in advance via www.thefork.com, on each restaurant’s website linked below or on site with our Hospitality Desk team.
At the foot of Ostuni—located under an ancient Aragonese tower dating back to the fifteenth century—you’ll enjoy local delicacies and take in a panorama of olive trees that slope down to the sea, along with white houses tinted red from the vibrant Italian sunsets.
Website: www.osteriacasaciaccia.it
Located in the heart of Ostuni, Ristorante Caffe Cavour is located inside an underground oil mill dating back to the year 1100. During your visit, you can see oil settling tanks, the original chianche (the manger where the millstone was positioned) and the tunnel where the olives were unloaded years ago. Get ready to dig into typical dishes rooted in local traditions and seasonality.
Taverna della Gelosia was created in 1995, originating from an idea of Caterina, a woman who arrived from the northern part of Italy, during the 70s. She was struck by Apulia’s striking beauty, authentic nature, hot temperatures and white houses. The area reminded her of Morocco, and Taverna della Gelosia was born among the narrow streets. Here, you can try Apulian cuisine with a modern twist.
Website: www.tavernadellagelosia.it/it/
Opened by Tonino Ciaccia in 1989, Porta Nova offers fish specialties curated by chefs Erika and Tonino Ciaccia. The restaurant’s wine cellar (carved into rock) boasts some of the most prestigious labels from all over the world. The cuisine is always based on Apulian excellence and has an ideal location with a breathtaking view and elegant décor.
Website: www.ristoranteportanova.com
The Osteria del Tempo Perso is one of the most renowned restaurants in Ostuni. The historic restaurant is located in the heart of the city and features exquisite flavors of delicious typical Apulian and Ostuni cuisine, complete with an atmosphere of incomparable charm.
Website: www.osteriadeltempoperso.com
Osteria Piazzetta Cattedrale is much more than a restaurant. It holds Roberto and Marila’s living space as well as an incredible kitchen. It’s truly a home, where everything is made from the heart. Get ready for brilliant interpretations of Apulian regional dishes, plus local wines, in an elegant space.
Website: www.piazzettacattedrale.it
Casa San Giacomo specializes in typical Apulian dishes, specifically grilled meat and handmade pasta. In one corner of the restaurant, you can see Nonna Rosetta working in the kitchen, producing the orecchiette pasta for the day’s dishes. Just watching the movements in the kitchen from the table will build up your appetite for some home-cooked Apulian food.