EVO Ristorante

I came to this restaurant following a recommendation from my hotel, which mentioned it had won anItalian TV competition. I also noticed it was featured in the Michelin guide, so I arrived with high expectations — even though it was well above my usual trip budget. But for truly good food, I’m happy to pay. The restaurant has a pleasant atmosphere with a minimalist design. Service was polite, professional, and attentive. Unfortunately, the food was a huge letdown — far below what you’d expect for €80 per person. The meal dragged on for over then two exhausting hours, and I was dining alone — most of the time just sitting in front of an empty table waiting for the next course. There was simply no reason for it to take that long. As for the food: Presentation was elegant and refined but most of it just didn’t taste good. Italian cuisine shines in its simplicity, but here they tried to “elevate” it in ways that didn’t work. Flavors didn’t come together, and everything — meat, fish, cuttlefish — was overcooked. It felt like a failed attempt at fine dining. There was one pasta dish that was absolutely perfect: simple, balanced, and exactly what Italian food should be. The rest? I didn’t even bother finishing — and we’re talking about dishes that barely amounted to more than a bite or two. Bottom line: excellent service and a nice vibe, but very mediocre food execution. A major disappointment overall.

We had one of our best meals in Italy at this restaurant in Alberobello. The 4-course set dinner was superb—each dish was delicious and made with high-quality ingredients. The food was beautifully presented and full of flavor. Our waiter was incredibly attentive and friendly, making the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend dining here if you’re visiting Alberobello!

EVO in Alberobello offers an outstanding dining experience. The atmosphere is elegant, and the menu masterfully combines traditional Puglian flavors with modern techniques. Each dish is beautifully presented and full of flavor. The service is top-notch, with staff who are attentive and passionate about their work. EVO is a must-visit for anyone in Alberobello seeking exceptional food and a memorable experience. Highly recommended!

Fine dining experience to celebrate two special occasions. We had a private dining area and the service was first rate from start to finish. We took the classic tasting menu and were treated to the delights of the region ( olive oils, tartlets, cuttlefish, tartelets , aubergine. Xxl oriechetti … desserts and sweet treats) Together with pairing wine option this was a fabulous meal over two hours. Bravo to the chef and his super professional staff!

Elegant place, almost minimalist. The menu seems carefully assembled, mostly with creative, captivating interpretations of traditional Apulian recipes. Their staff was amazing, very polite and easygoing. Strongly recommended!

We have lunched at Evo and were surprised by the service. We started with waiting about ten minutes for the menu, this after being ask by the waiter if we would like some water (one would think that this was a good opportunity to hand over the menu). Then we had to wait for about 15 minutes for our plates to be cleared away (during this time the waiters kept passing by our table and even though it was clear we have finished, they didn’t deemed it right to clear the table). Too bad that the chef’s Excellent job (the food was delicious) was over shadowed by such incompetent service. In the photo: rabbit filled tortellini with peas and fennel sauce.

We had the seven course menu which was absolutely delicious. Debora is an excellent host, very professional, very welcoming and with a good knowledge of English. Michelin worthy, both for the food and the service. Thank you for a wonderful evening!

Many good intentions but not translated as it should be in the plate. Service is attentive and efficient this is the best part of the experience. The outside terrace is giving a quiet and romantic atmosphere but music signature is questionable, these white curtains on the pergola sound a bit kitch and the poor wine cellar in front of some tables is clearly a mistake. The food experience was really unconsistent. Playing the innovative and fusion style could be a risk when basics are disappearing, dishes were not well balanced (amuse bouche, starters), main courses pork was too fat and the cod simply raw with an association of ingredients which just not matched. Thanks for the desserts which saved us panna cotta was excellent.

We had an incredible tasting menu at Evo. We were in a smaller back dining room, which was cozy and we had some great interactions with the staff. The who place is a little too brightly lit for our taste, but we found that to be true all over Italy. The slow cooked egg, served in a cracked ceramic egg, served with black truffle and almond foam was a standout. I also loved the "olive oil" menu. You could taste, pick (and pay for) a bottle of olive oil to have with your meal. We purchased one, used it during dinner and then took it with us to use for the rest of our trip! Our waiter was very excited to talk with us because he had spent a year working in an Italian restaurant in San Francisco. And the chef came out to meet everyone, and when we told him we had been in Le Marche, he shared that a friend of his lost his restaurant in those horrible rains we had (Sept 2022.) A bunch of chef friends from all over Italy are going to get together in the off-season to see if they can help him rebuild. A great experience with unique & tasty food.

Awesome dinner here. Great tasting menu options (4-7 courses essentially). The food is like art but also delicious. Staff was attentive and perfect. Highly recommend visiting if you're in these parts of Puglia.