Origano Osteria

Terrific - great food, best meal so far in Puglia. We went on a quiet tuesday afternoon, and we especially loved the antipasti. The flavour combinations are simple and true to the region, but complex at the same time. The wines paired well and were priced very reasonably. If you have the opportunity to visit, please do. (Also, best sourdoughfoccacia we ever had!)

This stands out as one of our favorite meals of our lives. We found the restaurant by accident, while staying at a quaint palazzo-converted-to-hotel down the street. All the workers kept recommending that we try the restaurant. We were turned away the first visit, which was odd because they didn’t appear busy, but the hosts booked us a reservation for the following night. And we are so glad that they did. We chose the tasting menu + wine tasting. Every course was more magical than the last, and every wine more delicious than the last. The ambience was serene…in a rock garden under an olive orchard. Since we were in Lecce, the English language is quite rare, but the friendly servers knew just enough in order to help us with our broken Italian. The night culminated with an olive oil dessert that we still dream about. I’m shocked this restaurant doesn’t have a Michelin star yet. It’s easily one of our favorite restaurants in the world.

Starting from the spacious garden where we had our dinner, the attention to detail from the personnel was exceptional. Each plate of the 6-course menu, made with fresh and local products, was beautifully presented and paired with bottles of rosé wine. The presentation of the food was meticulous, and the restaurant even offered some appetizers and sweets. I highly recommend this place for special celebrations and romantic dinners

Simply superb! A wonderful way to experience the very best of Apulian cuisine. Worked my way through a 6 course chefs tasting menu, with matched regional wine for €75pp. The wine pours were generous and they readily topped up your glass if you wanted more, coffee, sparkling water and bread all included. Even if your order off the menu the paired wine is included with your dish. Truly a place to experience local food and wine together. A huge shout out to the highly accomodating staff who will help with any allergy or intolerance.

I had the pleasure of visiting Origano Cibo e Vino as part of an Ormina small group tour, and it was nothing short of excellent. The moment you step inside, you're enveloped by a feeling of being part of Italy’s culture—the decor exudes old-world Italian charm that instantly sets the tone for a great meal. The food was simply delicious, offering authentic flavours that felt thoughtfully crafted. From the rich pasta to the perfectly prepared mains, each dish was a testament to the quality of ingredients and the care in preparation. The service was equally delightful, with a staff that made you feel welcomed and at ease. They brought a level of warmth that enhanced the entire dining experience. Origano Cibo e Vino isn’t just a meal, it’s a cultural experience. A great day out for anyone looking to savour the true essence of Italian hospitality and cuisine.

Amazing lunchtime. Delicious food, very friendly and kind service, wonderful location in the vineyard with tasty vines. Name of the restaurant is Origano

Ristorante Origano is a restaurant located in the town of Minervino di Lecce in Italy. The restaurant serves a variety of local dishes including pasta and meat dishes. They also have a selection of local wines and desserts. I really appreciated the quality of the food is up to the level. I thoroughly enjoyed the careful wine pairings with the dishes. each course was accompanied by a glass of locally produced wine. I noticed and appreciated the great attention in the choice of raw materials, the egg for example was one of the dishes I liked the most, served with sponsale and roasted yellow tomato. the eggs were km0, from local hens. Even the rabbit souse, with which they prepared the ragù for the first course, was cooked with locally produced animals. We ate an amazing Pasta Mafalda with meat souse and dry tomatoes. The service is friendly and the atmosphere very cozy. It is worth the bread was outstanding. Dessert is great The pastry chef's apple pie was delicate, original, sweet and surprisingly good.

A wonderful restaurant with spectacular service. Flavorful and creative dishes nicely paired with house wines. Deserving of at least one Michelin star! A must stop if you are in southern region of Puglia.