Trattoria Il Pescatore

I have had the pleasure of eating at the Pescatore roughly once every two to three years for about 15 years. First as a couple, and now as a family. I have never been disappointed: the quality of the food and service is among the best you will find. It's a classic where the locals eat and guests are greeted by name and shown to their regular table. This year, Gianni was kind enough to serve us. He's a great guy: very attentive, funny, and full of good suggestions. Thank you. See you next time.

We ended up at this restaurant on a Sunday because it was the only place with available tables. In Bari’s Old Town, the better restaurants require a reservation, so plan ahead if you want a good experience. The food was average and forgettable, but the real issue was the service. It was incredibly slow and disorganised, with staff repeatedly telling us “just one minute” while we waited far too long for everything. For the high prices they charge, you would expect much better service and staffing. If you are not Italian, the staff seemed noticeably less attentive and welcoming to non-locals, which only added to the poor experience. We have had much better meals with far better service at more affordable places in Bari. Save your money and eat elsewhere.

Our local guide strongly recommended this place for dinner. Reservations likely required as this place seems very popular. The restaurant has two lovely outdoor seating areas. We opted for inside due to the summer heat. The inside dining room is minimal with little decorations. It was very nice, clean, and the ambient music was volume was pleasant. Menu is seafood heavy, but there are plenty of choices. Even our very picky daughter found plenty to eat. We started with some oysters, which were very large and very tasty. We then had a risotto with various crustaceans which was delicious. Service was excellent and very friendly with recommendations and answering questions about the menu. This restaurant was certainly a highlight of our visit and we would strongly recommend.

If you’re in Bari and want to experience seafood at its absolute finest, this restaurant is an unmissable gem. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between elegant and welcoming, but the real star here is the food. Specializing in raw seafood, every dish feels irresistibly delicious bursting with authentic flavors.

The best sea foods in Bari. All the dishes were delicious and the staff were very nice and helpful. All of us had options to eat. (e.g.: fish without bones) Highly recommend, the place is a bit out of the crowded tourist area, but reservation needed.