What should I order at I Latini?
I Latini
Sea bass
Highly praised for being fresh and delicious, served in different preparations including raw tartare with agrumes and avocado, and with tasty pasta. Guests highlighted it as a memorable dish.
Pasta dishes (including tagliatelle with bacon, sausage tagliatelle, and scorpion fish pasta)
Multiple reviews mention the freshness and excellent taste of various pasta dishes, especially tagliatelle variations and the special scorpion fish pasta, making pasta a standout choice.
Eggplant parmigiana
Described as the best eggplant parmigiana some guests have had, noted for its delicious and authentic regional flavor.
Polpette di caciocavollo e Nduja (meatballs)
Recommended as a brilliant starter that combines local flavors with a perfect balance, mentioned along with other starters.
Raw fish starters (tris crudo di mare, scampi and shrimp crudo)
Raw seafood starters were highly praised for their fresh and perfectly balanced preparation, considered a must-try by several guests.
Fava beans with chicory
Mentioned as part of a delicious meal paired with Caprese salad and sea bream, noted for its authentic flavor and quality.
Aubergine meatballs
Recommended as superb, served as a starter and appreciated for their taste and texture.
Zucchini flowers in tempura
Highly enjoyed as a light and tasty dish, mentioned as definitely worth trying.
Ricotta cheesecake
Described as light, creamy, and fruity, this dessert is recommended for its perfect texture and flavor.
Mignolata salentina
Praised for its complex textures and flavors, making it a noteworthy dessert choice.
Hours
| Monday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 12:30 to 3 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
About I Latini
Modern takes on classic Apulian dishes in a rustic, vaulted space with murals & exposed bricks.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked questions
What is I Latini known for?
I Latini is especially known for fresh fish and raw fish dishes, including sea bass tartare, raw sea bass with agrumes and avocado, seared tuna, and catch-of-the-day seafood. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the staff’s preparation and the welcoming service, which makes the seafood-focused meal feel polished and well guided.
What dishes are most recommended at I Latini?
Reviewers most often highlight the eggplant parmigiana, mignolata salentina, ricotta cheesecake, raw sea bass tartare, and fish dishes like sea bream, mussels over pasta, and pasta alla norcina. The pasta and seafood plates are described as very fresh and well balanced, while the cheesecake is singled out as light and creamy.
What is the atmosphere like at I Latini?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, historic, quiet, romantic, and trendy, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Reviewers call it welcoming and peaceful, and it seems to work well for couples, groups, and solo diners who want a more refined dinner in Lecce.
Is I Latini good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is €30–50, and reviewers say the food quality is high for a fair price. Comments about well-presented dishes, fresh ingredients, and attentive service suggest the meal feels like good value for a seafood and regional Italian restaurant in Lecce.
Do you need a reservation at I Latini?
Yes, lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations. Reviewers also note that reservation handling is smooth and that service is quick, which helps at busy meal times.
Is parking available at I Latini?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is I Latini kid-friendly?
Yes, I Latini is good for kids.
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