Porcaria - Il Panino Gourmet — Restaurant in Lecce

The place felt overrated and overpriced . I asked for a sandwich with spicy salami and received just a piece of bread with salami and a thin slice of cheese. I was expecting at least some lettuce or sun-dried tomatoes; it was dry and seemed like they quickly put together those two ingredients just to serve the next customer. The other sandwich we've tried was #30, which was okay but nothing special. The iced Lecce coffee was fine, but it wasn’t almond milk but almond syrup. What surprised me most was how dirty the front door was; at first, I thought the place was closed. I definitely won’t...

We had a fantastic lunch at Porcaria - Il Panino Gourmet in Lecce. The food was absolutely delicious – high-quality ingredients, rich local flavors, and well-balanced combinations.

We followed a recommendation from one of the staff and tried two panini: one with figs and incredibly creamy burrata – a perfect match – and another more classic one, equally tasty.

You place your order and pay inside, then enjoy your food outside (or inside). We sat under the warm Lecce sun, soaking in the relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommended if you’re in Lecce and looking for something casual, local, and...

Delicious, affordable, and just what we needed!

We popped in for a late lunch after a casual, self-guided stroll through the area’s stunning churches and archaeological sites (because nothing works up an appetite like ancient ruins).

The sandwiches did not disappoint — the #3 Botticelli and #15 De Chirico were both excellent choices.

Fresh, flavorful, and generously filled, all at a great price. A perfect pit stop to refuel before continuing your cultural adventures — or just to sit and pretend you’re still sightseeing while...