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Trattoria Pizzeria Bibbo, nestled in the picturesque Largo Cavour, Otranto, offers a delightful culinary experience by the bay. Many patrons have praised its stunning location, particularly the outdoor seating that enhances the dining atmosphere. Reviews highlight the emphasis on fresh seafood, especially notable in dishes like the seafood pizza, which is generously loaded with mussels, calamari, and prawns atop a base of high-quality ingredients. However, some diners noted issues with the pizza’s sogginess due to the preparation method.
While the food has received glowing endorsements for its flavors and generous portions, opinions on service vary. Although some found the staff to be a bit brusque, the overall enjoyment of the food often outweighs this drawback. The restaurant is particularly recommended for those seeking a casual yet charming dining experience and is ideal for spontaneous visits, as reservations are typically not accepted. Most importantly, the seafood pasta and hearty pizzas stand out as must-tries for any food lover visiting this idyllic coastal gem.
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for Trattoria Pizzeria Bibbo
Review highlights
Based on 1,326 reviewsTrattoria Pizzeria Bibbo is widely appreciated for its scenic seaside location and fresh seafood offerings, with many diners highlighting the generous portions and quality of ingredients, particularly in their pasta and seafood pizzas. The restaurant’s atmosphere varies with the season, appearing more relaxed during off-peak times. While the food generally receives positive remarks, the service tends to be inconsistent, with some guests noting indifferent or slow staff interactions. Reservations seem unavailable, encouraging a walk-in approach that can lead to busy periods. Overall, Trattoria Pizzeria Bibbo is valued for its beautiful views and solid food quality, though diners should temper expectations regarding service speed and attentiveness.
Stopped by chance, after summer season so not busy at all. Food and service was nice. I liked my pizza very much, spaghetti was good too.
October 2023. Overlooks the bay and has outdoor seating a lovely location. Found staff a little rude and seemed intolerant of tourists, yet they are the ones who keep them in business. Decided to have just a seafood pizza and a beer. Would have liked to of tried more but the pizzas are huge. They actually cut pizza in half and served it on 2 separate trays. Seafood was fresh no frozen here and tasted delicious. It had mussels, pippi, octopus, calamari, prawns, Tomato, mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil and oregano. My only negative was that they put the fresh uncooked seafood on the top and put it in the oven leaving too much liquid on the base making it soggy but it was very tasty. Pizza and 2 beers €29. Would have liked to of tried more because everything we saw going out to tables looked appetizing.
Recommend by our hotel - I don’t think you can do reservations- only walk in . We had a delicious pasta and sea food salad. Busy place - good food- beautiful view
Super pretty restaurant next to the seaside. We went during the low season, so it was really relaxed. The seafood is pretty fresh and the portion of mussels us pretty generous on the pasta.
We enjoyed this restaurant today. We didn’t know whether to come here as the reviews didn’t look very good but actually we enjoyed the food! There are vegetarian options. It is not 4 stars as like many others, the service was so-so. The food came out quickly but it took a long time to get the bill, so instead be happy, prepare to enjoy the view and just relax!!
Amazing fresh sea food and pasta with a beautiful view of the Otranto sea side! Great value for money. We didn't have the pizza but that looked good as well. Good selection of wine and local beer. Seafood was incredibly fresh and beautifully cooked. Would definitely recommend a visit to this restaurant as well as to Otranto!
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM
- Tuesday 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
- Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM
- Thursday 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM
- Friday 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM
- Saturday 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM
- Sunday 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM
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