Pugliami — Restaurant in Monopoli

Good experience overall, the place feels brand new, we came a little earlier than dinner time so it was empty, it does get busier at typical dinner times but they seem to be open noon-night which is unusual in this area. Waiter was very friendly and spoke good English, he explained things in detail. The menu is typical for the area. The pasta was nice but lacked a bit in flavor even with the buttarga on top which packed less flavor than I expected. Octopus was overcooked for us and had an unpleasant charred almost burnt taste, the waiter took it back and was very nice about it. Potato side dish was nice and simple and did its job. The sword fish and tiramisu were definitely the highlights. Swordfish was soft and juicy, delicious. Tiramisu was also great, ladyfingers were soaked but not too soft and the cream was delicious. Wine glasses and beers are fairly priced aswell. I would...

Dining at this seafood restaurant was a true highlight of our time in Monopoli. Every dish we tried was a testament to quality—from the freshness of the ingredients to the precision in preparation, the flavors were vibrant, balanced, and deeply satisfying.

But what truly elevated the experience was the way my severe nut allergy was handled. The team approached it with a level of care and professionalism that instantly put me at ease. I felt seen, respected, and most importantly—safe. Every precaution was taken, and it never once felt like a burden to them.

It’s rare to find a place where exquisite cuisine is matched by genuine attentiveness and warmth. This wasn’t just a meal—it was a seamless blend of trust, flavor, and comfort. A heartfelt thank you to the team for making it possible to enjoy such outstanding seafood without a worry...

I asked the waiter for reccomending me what to order. Surprisingly I was advised the positions from outside the menu: lobster or fettuccine with porcini...a bit strange that he couldn't reccomend anything from the menu.. so I went for fettuccine...not only it tasted bad but also I suffered from a stomachache later.... Moreover, the prices of the main dishes ranged from 10 to 15 euro and mine was accounted for 20 euros on the bill! I didn't ask for the price ahead as I supposed that the price couldn't differ much from other pastas... We left feeling scammed and I'd reccomend you to avoid this place. The only good point is the location but there is so many other...