MINT Cucina Fresca

We expected a lot and got even more! Already the reception is warm and welcoming, giving you the feeling of being personally welcomed. The menu is short but varied, but it's still hard to choose from the delicious dishes on offer. I could write for a long time, every bite is still memorable. For example, the salad of courgette noodles, a dream of simplicity that makes the palate dance. Soft, fresh vegetables, herbs and lettuce alternate with crunchy vegetable crisps and seeds. Lots of flavour without competing with each other ... great balance and yet an experience with every bite. The fave is also different. Authentic and yet more! I don't know how the chef does it. There is also a great selection of wines, some organic. We don't miss the dessert of the day either. This host couple is awesome! The personal farewell from both of them emphasises that this is the best this village and beyond has to offer. Thank you for a lovely, delicious evening. We would love to come back when we are in the area again!

An Exceptional Dining Experience – Highly Recommended! We visited this restaurant based on a friend’s recommendation and were absolutely delighted! Although the space is small, it’s beautifully decorated with great attention to detail, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The staff was incredibly kind and professional. From the moment we arrived until the end of our meal, everything was handled with care and a smile. Special thanks to Liu and Fabrizio, who made our evening even more enjoyable with their friendliness and attention. The food was outstanding – not only was it delicious, but the presentation was also exquisite. Each dish was a small work of art, with perfectly balanced flavors that truly impressed us. We will definitely be coming back and wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone who appreciates great food and a welcoming atmosphere!

Wow. What an incredible dining experience. The restaurant is stunning. The couple that runs this place are chic, kind, and very good at their jobs. They came over at the end of the night to chat with us and thank us for coming. The food was amazing and the vibe was perfect for the last night in the town. Would highly highly recommend this place for a romantic dinner.

We vacationed in Puglia for 6 days and this was our best meal. We ordered the octopus (polpo) and the salmon carpaccio. They were both presented in the most unique and creative ways. The flavors were a delight for our taste buds. The restaurant is small, intimate and beautifully decorated. Make sure you book well in advance. The service was genuinely friendly. The chef greeted everyone and our server was so nice. MINT gets our highest recommendation.

My wife and I ate here on 29 May. We had an unforgettable experience, and I would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Polignano. We also ate at an overpriced restaurant in a cave, and I would recommend this place over that one in a heartbeat. The chef greeted us afterwards too, which I thought was a nice touch at the end of a very delicious meal. Portions were big, but quality was not sacrificed. Would recommend to book in advance, as the place was fully booked while we were there on a weekday. The owners, which were a couple (I believe) turned away many people while we were enjoying our meal.

Really nice place, small and ran purely by a believe a couple. Menu is small so food is good quality and comes out quickly. Lady is really nice and chef is also great and he comes out at the end of what we saw most people's sitting and thanks them for coming in.

Amazing experience to finish out our last night in Polignano a Mare. We loved the vibe of the restaurant from the decor, the music, the host and the chef who comes out to greet each guest. The food was stunning and we loved every bite. Couldn’t fault a thing. Thank you very much MINT Cucina Fresca for a fabulous experience!

To eat here at our last evening was the best thing we could’ve done. We had an amazing dining experience here, easily one of the best in our life’s! The restaurant has a really comforting atmosphere, so you are feeling right at home. The restaurant is owned by a nice and friendly couple, who do everything by their own and have an excellent and especially creative menu. You just feel the passion for good, fresh and local food in everything. And it is right - don’t skip the dessert! This was also, besides our delicious main dishes, one of the best things we ever tasted. So thank you Liu and Fabrizio for an incredible dinner and your kind hospitality! PS: We highly recommend to make a reservation, because their place is quite popular - we booked three days in advance.

A true gem among a lot of touristic mediocracy. We had lunch here during a walking tour of the city. There are relatively few tables so expect a more intimate experience. The menu offers several vegetarian and vegan items, as well as some fish but no meat. The service is well-paced and careful. The food is excellent, both fresh and flavorful. The vegan items were a refreshing change from the cheese-heavy meals we were having elsewhere.

The best dining experience we've had in three weeks of travel. This is a charming, intimate restaurant for about a dozen diners. Vegetarian and seafood selections are beautiful, creative, and delicious. The cheesecake was lighter than air. Lovely wine. Charming owners--host and chef. The tuna main course was superb. Selections are filling. Do read the menu carefully; the pictures portray accurately the dishes served. Reservations via what's app. We got a last minute reservation, and so glad we did.

The hosts are fantastic, Brazilian and Italian mix- it is mostly vegetarian, with some fish... Was amazing. I made up my own coffee drink and it's fantastic! Rice milk with Tumerick, cocoa and a shot of espresso :-). If you go, ask for Dee's coffee!!! Our favorite-Tonna sandwich and carrot soup- so much we had to come back the next evening again! Prosecco and mint spritz! Contro bottle of wine at only €18. The decorations are amazing. And WOW! Don't miss dessert- we had both meringues- pistachio and citrus- and seriously the best EVER!

A truly wonderful, veg-forward place. Thoughtful, well-seasoned dishes. Worth a trip out of your way for this spot. Would gladly return. The piatto detox and tuna burger were excellent

I've been to the south of Italy with my girlfriend and we were totally lost trying to find a good restaurant.. We founded this amazing place and we had an outstanding afternoon there! The chef and the team are amazing!! The place itself brings you a great good energy and we just loved!! The food was from heaven!!! I asked for a vegi burger and my girlfriend ask for a salad with Frisch.. AMAZING!!! We asked for a lemon pie for a desert and we fly! I will come back for sure there!!!

Phantastic little restaurant. Only 6 tables. Small menue but each of the dishes is a real highlight. Very friendly and individual service. We tried already quite a few locations in Polignano but this was without any doubt the most creative.