In the heart of Lecce a little gem: super friendly staff, great food, quiet atmosphere and, above all, everything and I mean everything also gluten free! Very important for me, since I am celiac. We will definitely come back next time we are in Lecce!
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Jeffrey Heuvel
The pasta was simply mediocre quality for a gluten-free option. I expected more from a restaurant with an entire gluten-free menu and a prominent gluten-free star on their outdoor billboard. You can taste that the pasta is made from corn, so it's not something I would recommend. The service and atmosphere are great, though—I'm just disappointed with the pasta 🍝. I'm definitely curious about the sandwiches!
I'll start by saying that we're not from the area, we looked for this place on the internet reading the reviews that fully reflect what they say. We were welcomed and served with extreme kindness, attention to serving gluten-free dishes and recommending the dishes.
We couldn't read the menu in dialect but the owner translated and explained all the dishes to us!
I recommend the courgette flowers and the very tender horse meat...not to mention the potatoes and mussels....linguine with sea urchins, a scent....
A place to return and recommend for celiacs and non-celiacs!
We arrived very late but were looked after with great service.
My wife had the best gluten free pasta she’s ever had and the traditional pasta was superb.
Outstanding.
Wow!! The pizza here is some of the best we have had in Italy (and that is a lot 🤭). The gluten free was actual self made dough, not a ready made pizza, and super thin and crispy. I have never tasted anything like it! The toppings were also great, very fresh and a good amount of toppings. We had vegetarian pizza’s, and they had quite a few options.
If you are vegetarian, I would only recommend to stick with the vegetarian pizza’s. Or if you want meat removed from a non-vegetarian pizza, I recommend to add an extra cheese topping (stracciatella, etc.)
Still delicious though, we were stuffed, will save this place for next time! The waitresses were also very lovely and helpful, making sure we were okay :)
SO MUCH QUALITY.
Among so much variety of choice I tasted Pittule, Cocule, Crocchè and Salento artisanal beers.
Everything perfect and made on the spot!
The owner is professional, kind and helpful.
There is also a small selection of quality wines and a gluten-free menu.
Ok place, large, welcoming, well kept. Wide choice of products and drinks. Too bad the long-awaited gluten free pizza was practically raw. Bad slip...
I turned a blind eye, as it was a Saturday night with hundreds of people...
Boccon Divino, located in the heart of the historic center of Lecce, is a family-run restaurant that has enchanted its guests since 2006 with the authenticity and refinement of Salento and national cuisine. A few steps from Porta Rudiae, the restaurant welcomes customers in a characteristic environment with star vaults, typical of Salento buildings, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
The cuisine of Boccon Divino is a journey into traditional flavours, with dishes such as sagne 'ncannulate with tomato sauce and spicy cacioricotta, ciceri e tria, and pieces of horse meat in sauce. The menu varies throughout the year, following the seasonality of the products, which are always fresh and of high quality. Among the summer proposals, you can find appetizers with prawns, calamari, ricotta and ginger, while the second courses range from chicken nuggets with burrata cream and almonds to orange sea bream.
The owner, Gianfranco, is known for his hospitality and for involving customers in describing dishes, making each visit an engaging culinary experience. His passion for cooking and dedication to service are reflected in the family atmosphere and the quality of the dishes served.
The restaurant also offers options for special diets, including gluten-free dishes, and a selection of over 150 wine labels, mainly from Salento, as well as 30 types of local and national beers.
With a rating of 4.0 out of 5 on Tripadvisor and over 2,000 reviews, Boccon Divino is recognized as one of the best dining experiences in Lecce, praised for the quality of the food, friendly service and excellent value for money.
For those who want to immerse themselves in the authentic flavors of Salento, Boccon Divino represents an unmissable stop, where culinary tradition blends with the genuine hospitality of Gianfranco and his family.
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Jeffrey Heuvel
Just perfetto! Tried 2 gluten-free options. The bread is super crunchy and tastes really good. You have fewer options with gluten free, but more than enough choice to satisfy your taste buds ;).
Really good rotisserie and pizzas, with more than affordable prices.
Also excellent for those with special dietary needs: there are alternative flours suitable for celiacs, and they are not made just for the sake of it - they are really good.
The service is fast, friendly and professional.
A simple place but that does things well.
Via F. Calasso ang, Via V. Carluccio, 19, 73100 Lecce LE, Italy
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Proffy73
Nice place, environment reminiscent of old saloons... friendly and smiling staff. As for the food, overall acceptable: excellent burger, but the side chips arrived cold. Being celiac, I consider the sandwich to be a little chewy. However, we can go back
Six of us had dinner, one of us was gluten and lactose intolerant
Truly impeccable attention
Presence of gluten-free bread/pasta and desserts
We ate very well
Impeccable service
Two-storey McDonald's, with tables also outside, strategically located in the centre, therefore obviously always crowded.
I often order from you at home via Glovo and the delivery is fast and the orders always arrive correctly.
I only recommend expanding with gluten free options, just one sandwich is a limited choice.
What struck me most about this place was the attention to the customer. I had ordered a gluten-free pizza but it came out a little too "crunchy". The owner noticed that I was having some difficulty eating it and without me saying anything she immediately arranged for another truly delicious and crumbly one to be made. The staff is very friendly and helpful, the pizzas and fritti are excellent and I saw some very inviting first courses passing by. Low prices. We will definitely be back
We had lunch at Crianza on Easter day. Even though we hadn't booked, the staff welcomed us with enthusiasm and was ready to satisfy our every need. Giorgio, together with the other waiters, guided us in choosing the dishes which, in fact, were better than each other. We tasted the specials of the day: Tris Sea Tartare and Paccheri Filled with Creamed Cod, what can I say SPECTACULAR! Furthermore, for those intolerant to lactose and gluten, there are also dedicated options for desserts (what
not taken for granted even today). I tasted the Artisan Ice Cream Pralines. Tasting of three flavors of ice cream covered in dark chocolate: Marzipan, Orange Dark Chocolate, Dried Figs and Cupeta were superlative!
The alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails were also carefully crafted and were excellent.
In short, our experience was excellent, if we were to return to Lecce we will undoubtedly return to Crianza and his staff!
Greetings from Valentina & Angelo from Sicily
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)
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I had a great time at this restaurant! The welcome was warm and attentive. I particularly appreciated the gluten-free options – a real plus when you have dietary restrictions. The staff were very kind and professional in providing advice, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Everything was delicious. I definitely recommend it!
We chose Ristorante Alex for a dinner with colleagues and the experience was excellent from every point of view.
Located right in the center, the restaurant stands out for its relaxing and refined atmosphere, and an elegant and very well-kept environment, with spacious and well-organized interiors, and outdoor tables perfect for summer evenings.
The menu is varied and well-structured, with both seafood and meat options, including options for celiacs.
The real strength of the restaurant is the attention to the raw materials, the fish is undoubtedly very fresh and is enhanced by careful preparations and elegant plating, respecting and enhancing the authentic flavor of the ingredients.
We started with a mixed seafood appetizer and a selection of raw fish, accompanied by various sauces and flavored salts that enhanced the taste. As a first course, the lemon tagliolini with scampi tartare, shrimp and stracciatella was simply exquisite. The Catalan-style octopus was also excellent, tender and well-seasoned.
We finished with desserts that were a pleasant surprise, memorable both for the presentation and the taste.
The staff was courteous, attentive and always available, guaranteeing an impeccable service.
The quality-price ratio was also excellent, fully justified by the quality of the raw materials and the attention to every detail. I will return with great pleasure
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A royal welcome and a service of the highest level!
I highly recommend booking a table, because the place is very popular.
The dishes are elegant, well-prepared and simply perfect.
Very important for us: there is great attention to gluten-free!
The owner is a true hospitality lover: she speaks English and is a woman of exotic beauty and a sunny temperament.
An unforgettable experience - we will return and bring other guests with pleasure!
Many thanks Sofia
We had a royal welcome, with high-quality service!
It is worth booking a table, because it is a very popular place.
The food is delicious, flawless and perfectly prepared.
What is especially important to us: they pay great attention to gluten-free dishes!
The manager is a true hospitable personality, speaks English, has a temperament, is an exotic beauty.
An unforgettable experience - we will return with pleasure and recommend it to others!
Thank you Sofia
It was the first time I went there, beautiful place, very kind and nice staff, especially the red-haired waitress Gloria who was super kind and sweet. Another thing not to be taken for granted, the pizza with gluten-free dough was as good as if there were no difference between the doughs. With the possibility of choosing any pizza on the menu. Which doesn't happen in many places 🖤🫠
Highest quality meat, courteous and attentive staff, an owner who knows what it means to put her face to work and does it great! Also ready for gluten-free! Excellent experience!
Super recommended for many reasons. The fries are made with rice flour, therefore also accessible to those suffering from intolerances or celiac disease. The dishes: green, km0 and above all excellent. The place is designed with attention to detail, making you feel at peace and away from the chaos. The service and staff equally deserving of 5 stars.
Yes Gluten Free 🎉
I was there a while ago, but yesterday we decided to go back..
WHAT TO SAY!
We had a seafood tasting and having specified my gluten intolerance they brought me octopus salad with GLUTEN-FREE croutons: my happiness at that moment was inexplicable.
Then followed by two first courses, super delicious!
Kindness, service and unique place, account in the norm.
We will be back, thank you!