Rosticceria "Antico Borgo" di Menga Piero

We just returned from a much anticipated visit to this fantastic restaurant, and was it ever a home run! We had skilled and charming servers who did a great job meeting our language barriers and patiently explained the menu. The main dining room was full of local families and we got a great table in the gorgeous second dining area with a few other families. We enjoyed the mixed veggie platter, donkey salumi (it's incredible) a one-pound donkey costata steak (bone in, boneless also available) and a boneless veal steak (pick your size, chop-style also available). We chose med-rare and medium respectively. This is top quality meat and cooked absolutely perfectly. Super tender, great char, not overdone. Veggies (marinated red onion, artichoke, and eggplant) were unique and fantastic. The charming and helpful staff were all smiles and efficiency. We came to Italy to enjoy local culture and interesting, premium food, and they nailed it in spades. We may adjust our Italy adventure just to come here again and try the rest of their offerings. If you're a carnivore from anywhere in the world, this is as good as it gets. Bravo and lifelong appreciation to the owners and staff for an unforgettable experience. See pics for details

Rosticceria "Fornello" Antico Borgo, Cisternino: A Must-Visit for Meat Lovers. If you're looking for an authentic apulian dining experience, look no further than Fornello Antico Borgo in Cisternino. This rustic restaurant serves up some of the best grilled meats in the region, including bombette (stuffed pork rolls), torcinelli (lamb intestines), and braciole in pignata (meat rolls cooked in a clay pot). We started our meal with a selection of antipasti, which included grilled vegetables, and cured meats. Everything was delicious, but the bombette were the real stars of the show. These savory rolls are stuffed with a variety of fillings, such as cheese, bread crumbs, and herbs. They are then grilled to perfection and served with a side of lemon (if you lke). We tried the torcinelli and the braciole in pignata. The torcinelli were cooked to perfection, with a slightly crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior. The braciole in pignata were slow-cooked in a rich tomato sauce, which infused the meat with incredible flavor. We ended our meal with an amazing Limoncello. Everything was delicious, and the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. Overall, Fornello Antico Borgo is a must-visit for any meat lover visiting Cisternino. The food is delicious, the service is friendly, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an authentic apulian dining experience. Here are some other things to note about Fornello Antico Borgo: The restaurant is located in the historic center of Cisternino, so it's easy to walk to from many of the town's hotels and shops. The restaurant is open for dinner only, and it's always busy, so reservations are recommended. The restaurant has a small but well-chosen wine list, with a focus on local apulian wines. The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food. If you're looking for a delicious and authentic apulian dining experience, Fornello Antico Borgo is the perfect place for you. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Cisternino.

Everything here was shockingly delicious and very cheap. However, it should be noted that the staff may not speak English, so it may be helpful to know a few basic Italian words when ordering.

Typical “non nonsense”-butcher-restaurant of Cisternino and surroundings where you choose your meat at the counter first which will then be grilled and taken to your table. Not for vegetarians but very good meat, good variety of bombette. Get your desert elsewhere - you’ll need a walk anyway after having inescapably eaten too much meat. You will order too much food at the counter, but there is always the option of the doggy bag. I had enough for two more days of lunch last time I ate here.

Great quality fresh meat that you choose at the butchers next door. The sausages were incredible! The local pasta and salads were fresh. A great place to share a meal. Great value for the quality!

Extremely simple and delicious cuisine... Amazing!

They have good food (heavy) but slightly touristic. They adopt the “forno” concept that is very popular in Puglia, you choose you meat, like in the butcher, and they cook it for you. When the food arrived was freshly cooked, I liked it a lot... but just said that was a lot and couldn’t eat everything. The antipasto of the house (were few vegetables in vinegar) was good but nothing that blows the mind. They have good local beers and wine! Also, the plates and utensils are locally produced and are beautiful.

One of the best Macelleria / Fornello Pronto in Cisternino. You choose your meat at a butchers counter and it is cooked in a wood fired oven. Served with baked potatoes or salad and of course plenty of the local red wine. Make sure you try the bombetti (meat balls of rolled pork with various fillings) and local sausage. Simple and delicious.

If by any chance you will visit this place..... OMG,OMG,OMG,OMG,OMG this is one of the best experiences we had in Puglia. Go and experience one of the best places for meat lovers.

First of all, Make sure to make a reservation. This place stays booked on summer even during a week! I was told by locals it's the best meat place in the surroundings. Probably, it is. However, being living in the USA, I can't say it's the best meat, it's a bit too fat for me. I love American steaks and Brazilian churrascarias in the States, and nothing can compare to that. Unfortunately, so far I didn't find great meat in Italy. But, according to Italian standards, it could be the best place in town. P.S. They AC doesn't work very well. When this place is packed, it gets too hot, especially in summer. Bring your fan. Fortunately, you can buy them on every corner in Italy. ;)

Overall it was pretty good, especially if you like meat. When you go in, there is a butcher's case of meats to choose from, we asked for an assortment. After you pick your meat, you move to the dining room across the street and order the rest of your food and drinks. Our daughter enjoyed her French fries, and their liver almost made me forget I hate the taste of liver, that is until I remembered. The other meats were delightful. A tasty place to eat and a nice environment for the family.