Mastro Ciccio

Went based on positive reviews. Octopus sandwiches looks better the actual taste… not much flavor. The combo sandwich meal is decent price to portion but be prepared to drink buckets of water after eating, stratospheric level of sodium in the foods. Also didn’t care for cashier kept upselling/pushing sales on Tshirt & other merchandise.

A must-try spot in Bari for casual, authentic Pugliese bites and open all the time - no siesta o’clock! Mastrociccio is the kind of place where you taste Puglia in every bite. I tried the Orecchiette all’Assassina—spicy, smoky, perfectly cooked, and topped with a creamy burrata that balanced the heat beautifully. The octopus sandwich was generous and flavorful, packed with tender pulpo that makes it a standout street-food experience, THE BEST! On my second visit, I went for the orecchiette with pesto and a side of fried seafood—crispy, light, and addictive. The fried panzerotto with gooey cheese inside was another highlight, pure comfort food done right. Service is quick and casual, prices are fair (around €25–30 for a full meal with drinks), and the vibe is relaxed, with both indoor and outdoor seating. It’s the perfect stop for when you want something hearty, local, and full of character without the fuss of fine dining. Highly recommend if you’re in Bari and want to “Mordi la Puglia” (Bite into Puglia) like a local!

Hands down the best sandwich I have ever eaten. Now I am craving this sandwich and I can't get at since .. different country. Not cool. I rated atmosphere lower than 5 since the place was very busy and the atmosphere is like in a fast food restaurant. But the sandwich is wort waithing and all.

Must try U-PULP!!! Best octo burger ever! Crispy bun, super soft tentacles perfectly balanced flavors and texture. Super busy restaurant. Be prepared for a line up but 100% worth the wait. Salad not recommended.

Great spot with a nice outdoor terrace and super friendly staff. We ordered a variety of dishes: a fresh octopus salad bowl with burrata and grilled vegetables, a panino with octopus, some orecchiette with tomato sauce, and a mix of fried bites. Everything was tasty, authentic, and served in very generous portions — easily enough to share between 2 or even 3 people. Perfect for a casual lunch with plenty of flavor and a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommended!

A fresh of breath air in the fast food department. Delicious food and short waiting time even though the queue was pretty long. If You like octopus, the U Pulp sandwich is amazing.

We had an amazing experience here! The food was absolutely delicious — everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere made it even better. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the area. A great taste of local flavor!

It’s quite famous in Bari, but we were a bit hesitate to try, as it looks quite heavy. Finally we decided to try before leaving . Lunch time during week days was not busy, during night, we saw quite crowded when we passed by several times. First bite was quite impressive, as crunchy and hot. But it’s a heavy burger 😅and when it’s getting cold, then it went flat, I thought it’s spicy, as this shop also has own chili paste. Anyway worth to try.

It's basically an Italian fast food restaurant in Bari. I loved the octopus sandwich (U pulp) very much that I had to return for it a few days later. It was delicious. I'd tried octopus sandwiches in Monopoli or other restaurants in Bari during my visit but they were not as good as the U pulp in my opinion. Also got the Orecchiette but I wasn't a fan. Service was fast and friendly. The line could be long but it moved pretty fast both times I was there. Great ambiance with nice music. They have English menu with pictures. If you visit Bari, I would recommend to try their octopus sandwich.

This place was a great find! Its a take out place with no table service but they have plenty of patio or indoor seating, although watch out for the wasps outside they''ll be very attracted to your yummy treats. I ordered a pizzica pizza and my hubs got a focaccia panini. Both were super delicious and fresh. The selection is great here and they have vegetarian and vegan options. Stop by here if you're looking for a quick meal and you won't be disappointed.